Category: UK News

New proposals put forward by a committee suggest that members of the House of Lords who fail to attend regularly could face removal from Parliament. These recommendations align with the Labour government’s 2024 manifesto pledge to introduce a retirement age and attendance requirements for members of the upper chamber. The appointed committee was tasked with… Continue reading Peers face new attendance rules under proposed House of Lords changes

During a poignant moment in the House of Commons, Chancellor Rachel Reeves appeared visibly emotional while standing beside Sir Keir. Labour MP Carolyn Harris was also moved to tears as she praised Sir Keir’s integrity and bravery, saying, “every day we see his decency and his courage shine through.” The atmosphere reflected the gravity of… Continue reading Tributes and tears as Starmer takes final Prime Minister's Questions

During a press conference held in central London, Yusuf unveiled the latest policy proposal from Reform, while also condemning the language used by rival political parties when referring to Reform. He notably defended Reform leader Nigel Farage, stating that Farage “lives his life under the ever-present threat of mortal danger” and urging critics to “stop”… Continue reading Reform UK proposes £100m 'round-the-clock' security plan for MPs

Calum MacDonald, a young man from Surrey in his twenties, suffered permanent vision damage after experiencing a “blinding kaleidoscopic light” less than 48 hours following a drink at a bar in Laos. He was one of several travellers poisoned by methanol, a highly toxic industrial alcohol sometimes found in counterfeit or contaminated beverages. Reflecting on… Continue reading Travellers warned of methanol poisoning risks in new campaign

The DUP has announced that Gamble, who is affiliated with the iNEQE Safeguarding Group, will be responsible for conducting an Independent Focused Safeguarding Review concerning Donaldson’s period as a party member. This review aims to examine the party’s handling of relevant issues during that time. A BBC Spotlight investigation recently uncovered that five years ago,… Continue reading DUP leader promises 'robust' review into Donaldson's time in the party

Following a series of intense heatwaves, parts of south-east England have seen the implementation of hosepipe bans due to mounting pressure on water supplies. While spring and early summer have been notably dry, with temperatures frequently surpassing 30°C, the preceding winter experienced significantly above-average rainfall. Over eight million households are currently subject to restrictions preventing… Continue reading Hosepipe ban in force for millions of households – is your area affected?

The Competition Markets Authority (CMA) has announced that customers who experienced cancelled heating oil orders and increased prices following the outbreak of the US-Israel conflict with Iran will receive compensation. According to the CMA, approximately 1,700 households were impacted, having to either place new orders at much higher rates or go without fuel altogether, with… Continue reading Heating oil customers to get compensation after cancelled orders and price hikes

Andy Burnham, the former mayor of Greater Manchester who is anticipated to become prime minister next Monday, has called for a thorough reassessment of the security arrangements for Members of Parliament following the death of Ann Widdecombe. Burnham expressed concern about the increasingly dangerous political environment he has observed during his time away from Westminster,… Continue reading Review of MP security needed after Widdecombe death, Burnham says

Thames Water has reported a return to profitability for the full year following a 40% increase in customer bills last year. The company announced a post-tax profit of £113 million for the year ending in March, a significant turnaround from the £1.51 billion post-tax loss recorded in the previous year. Despite this improvement, Thames Water’s… Continue reading Thames Water returns to profit after raising bills

Firefighters are facing a prolonged battle to control a large fire that has been burning on moorland in Greater Manchester since Saturday. The blaze initially ignited near Dove Stone Reservoir in Greenfield, Saddleworth, but has since merged with another fire several miles away on Tintwistle Moor near Glossop. The dry conditions combined with shifting winds… Continue reading Firefighters could be 'days' at Dove Stone reservoir fire