Category: UK News

In a striking turn of events, the Commons vote on assisted dying has resulted in disappointment for its proponents and cautious relief for opponents. The atmosphere in the chamber was charged, with audible gasps and cheers breaking out among those against the bill—a sharp contrast to the irritation of its supporters. Despite MPs having twice… Continue reading An extraordinary result – why did MPs reject assisted dying bill this time?

Two cyclists tragically lost their lives in a road accident near Gravesend, Kent, on Sunday. Steven Anscomb, aged 60, and Natasha Lewis, 51, both died at the scene of the crash. The families of the deceased have paid tribute to them, remembering the impact they had on those around them. Fiona Anscomb, alongside her daughters… Continue reading Tributes paid to cyclists killed in car crash near Gravesend

Members of Parliament have decided against legalizing assisted dying in England and Wales, effectively ending the most recent attempt to amend the law. After a heartfelt debate featuring passionate arguments on both sides, the House of Commons voted 286 to 270 against the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, with a 16-vote majority opposing… Continue reading MPs vote against fresh attempt to legalise assisted dying

Approximately half of the female students attending Craigavon Integrated College regularly opt to wear trousers as part of their school attire, according to Murray. She highlighted that this choice is especially beneficial during the colder months, as many pupils walk to school and appreciate the practicality trousers provide. Murray also noted that permitting girls to… Continue reading NI education: Girls given right to wear trousers to school

Amazon, the major retail company, has submitted an application to extend its drone delivery service throughout an entire town where it has been testing the technology. This marks a significant step in the expansion of its innovative delivery method. The company first revealed in January that Darlington had been selected as the UK’s testing ground… Continue reading Amazon seeks to expand Darlington drone delivery area

Dayne Oram, a former employee of Rockstar North, the developer behind the Grand Theft Auto series, has alleged that the company maintained a “watch list” of staff members who signed a petition regarding remote working arrangements. Oram, speaking at an employment tribunal in Glasgow, said Rockstar North monitored a select group of union-affiliated employees after… Continue reading Sacked Grand Theft Auto worker claims Rockstar staff placed on 'watch list'

A man has admitted guilt in the murder of a woman who disappeared nearly three decades ago, revealing to authorities that he had disposed of her decomposed remains several months after her death. Patricia Lashley, aged 33 when she vanished, was last seen in the vicinity of her Hall Street residence in Dudley back in… Continue reading Man pleads guilty to murder of Dudley woman missing for 28 years

Five men involved in a violent attack outside Bristol Airport, an event initially feared by onlookers to be an act of terror, have been sentenced to prison, police confirmed. The individuals—Vladamir Stan, aged 52; Able Marin, 21; Florin Stan, 28; Constantin Stan, 29; and Emanuel-Ronaldo Dumitru, 27—carried out the assault on February 21 by crashing… Continue reading Bristol airport: Men jailed for 'serious incident' that created 'immense fear'

During a disturbance that extended into the early hours of Monday, several police vehicles, along with those belonging to the coastguard and Border Force, sustained damage. Authorities reported that a few officers received medical treatment at the scene for minor injuries, but fortunately, no serious harm was reported among those present. Rowlinson emphasized the force’s… Continue reading First arrest after anti-migrant protest in Portsmouth

On Friday, a commemorative gathering took place at London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, bringing together families of British victims of the September 11 attacks to observe the 25th anniversary of the tragedy in the United States. The remembrance event was organized by the UK charity Since 9/11 and was held near a memorial sculpture forged… Continue reading Families of British victims mark 25th anniversary of 9/11