Category: UK News

A BBC investigation has revealed that at least 58 babies who died at an NHS maternity unit may have survived if care had been improved. This figure comprises 32 stillbirths and 26 neonatal deaths—deaths occurring within 28 days after birth—at Oxford University Hospitals Trust (OUH) from 2019 to 2024, obtained through a Freedom of Information… Continue reading Better NHS care at Oxford hospital might have saved 58 babies, BBC finds

Starting early next week, a shift in the wind direction is expected to lead to cooler temperatures. A north-westerly airflow will bring in colder air, causing temperatures on Monday to drop below average levels in both Scotland and Northern Ireland. Alongside the temperature changes, the weather will become briefly more unsettled as a low-pressure system… Continue reading UK weather: Warm settled weather set to continue into the weekend

An estate agency has decided to eliminate its policy restricting employees to vehicles under 10 years old following the experience of an 18-year-old woman who was disappointed after being told her car was too old to qualify for a job interview. Alanah Thompson French had applied for a trainee lettings negotiator role at haart in… Continue reading Estate agency's U-turn after Nottinghamshire job applicant told 'car is too old'

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The ongoing conflict involving Iran is expected to influence the Bank of England’s upcoming decision on interest rates. Initially, analysts predicted a rate cut at the current meeting, especially after inflation seemed to ease to 3% in January. However, market turmoil and rising oil prices, driven by geopolitical tensions, have all but eliminated the likelihood… Continue reading Impact of Iran war expected to bring hold in interest rates

The UK government has introduced new measures aimed at increasing domestic steel production to account for half of the steel used across the country. As part of this initiative, taxes on imported steel will rise, with quotas on steel imports being significantly lowered. Any steel imported beyond the set quota will face a 50% tariff,… Continue reading UK sets targets to boost steel making and cut imports

The government has revealed plans to increase funding for the BBC World Service over the upcoming three years, as announced by the foreign secretary. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) will contribute an additional £11 million annually, amounting to a £33 million increase overall. This represents an 8% rise compared to the previous government’s… Continue reading BBC World Service: Government to increase funding by £33m over next three years

England has unveiled a remarkable new walking route that follows its entire coastline, covering an impressive 2,689 miles. Known officially as the King Charles III England Coast Path, this trail is now recognized as the longest managed coastal path globally, according to Natural England, the government agency responsible for its development. This continuous pathway offers… Continue reading World's longest coastal path opens in England to the public

A recent study conducted by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has found that mixed-breed dogs such as cockapoos, labradoodles, and cavapoos are more prone to exhibiting problematic behaviours compared to their purebred ancestors. Often referred to as “designer” dogs, these doodle breeds—crosses between poodles and other breeds—have gained widespread popularity partly due to the belief… Continue reading Designer dog crossbreeds show more 'undesirable' behaviours, vets say

The government is preparing a significant overhaul of the immigration framework aimed at making it more difficult for migrants currently residing in the UK to gain permanent settlement. Under the proposed changes, the qualifying period for most migrant workers to achieve permanent residence would increase from five to ten years. Refugees, meanwhile, could face an… Continue reading Is government going wobbly on its migration plans?