Category: UK News

The mayor of London is facing mounting criticism over the slow progress in delivering affordable housing, as new data reveals a significant drop in construction starts for such homes compared to the previous year. According to figures released by the Greater London Authority (GLA), developers began work on just 1,239 affordable housing units between April… Continue reading London mayor criticised as affordable home building slows in capital

Sky Sports has decided to shut down its recently launched TikTok channel, Halo, which was designed specifically for a female audience. The move came after widespread criticism on social media, where many described the channel’s content as “patronising” and “sexist.” The broadcaster acknowledged its misstep in a statement shared on social media on Saturday night,… Continue reading Sky Sports axes 'sexist' TikTok channel Halo after three days

A recent report from a cross-party group of Members of Parliament has highlighted that nature should not be considered an obstacle to housing development. They warn that treating environmental protections as a barrier could jeopardize both the government’s housing construction targets and its nature conservation goals. Central to this issue is the Planning and Infrastructure… Continue reading Nature is not a blocker to housing growth, MPs find

Rock musician Yungblud is set to pause his touring schedule until the end of the year following medical advice. The 28-year-old artist from Doncaster, who plans to bring the Idols World Tour to the UK next spring, had been scheduled to perform in the United States this month. In a statement shared on social media,… Continue reading Yungblud to break from tour until 2026 for health reasons

A disturbance involving approximately 60 individuals occurred in the town center of Bolton, leading to the arrest of two teenagers. According to Greater Manchester Police (GMP), a 16-year-old boy was taken into custody on suspicion of racially aggravated public disorder. Another teenager was also arrested in connection with an assault during the incident on Saturday.… Continue reading Bolton disorder involving 60 people sees two teens arrested

A tragic two-car collision near Dundalk in County Louth has resulted in the deaths of five young people and injuries to three others. According to the Gardaí, the crash occurred just after 9 p.m. local time on Saturday on the Ardee Road at Gibstown. The five fatalities, comprising three men and two women all under… Continue reading Five dead following two-vehicle crash in County Louth

Arctic air from the north is beginning to sweep across the United Kingdom as communities in Wales work to recover from heavy flooding that has affected homes, transportation, and power infrastructure. Following the passage of Storm Claudia, which departed on Sunday, the region experienced rainfall amounts equivalent to more than a month’s worth over the… Continue reading Arctic blast to move across UK as flood clean up continues

Monmouth has recently faced severe flooding as the River Monnow surged to record-breaking levels, surpassing those seen during both Storm Dennis in 2020 and Storm Bert in 2024. The local community’s response has been remarkable, with residents and volunteers coming together to support those affected by the unprecedented water levels. The town’s leisure centre has… Continue reading Monmouth pulls together after unprecedented floods

After more than five weeks of being missing, the body of Matthias Beutin, a 57-year-old German hiker, was found on the Isle of Skye. Police Scotland confirmed that his remains were located near Coire Dubh, Blaven, at approximately 14:15 on Saturday. Authorities have stated that the death is currently being treated as unexplained, but there… Continue reading Body found after five-week search for missing German walker

The Presbyterian Church in Ireland (PCI) is currently facing a profound crisis that marks one of the most challenging periods in its nearly two-century history. The unexpected resignation of Rev Trevor Gribben, who stepped down from his role as moderator last week, has thrust the church into turmoil. This move follows revelations about the church’s… Continue reading Presbyterian Church in Ireland entering a turbulent period