Category: UK News

A man caught on CCTV in a barbers’ shop in Peterborough is being investigated in connection with a series of knife incidents, according to police reports. Anthony Williams, 32, who is currently homeless, faces 10 counts of attempted murder following a mass stabbing that occurred on a train traveling from Doncaster to London King’s Cross… Continue reading Huntingdon train-attack accused linked with other knife incidents

A teenager in the UK who took legal action against his parents for sending him to boarding school in Africa has been ordered by a High Court judge to stay there until he completes his GCSEs. The 14-year-old, whose identity is protected, was taken to Ghana in March 2024 under false pretenses of visiting a… Continue reading Boy who sued parents must stay in Ghana, judge rules

Alan Bates, a prominent Post Office campaigner, has reached a multimillion-pound compensation agreement with the Post Office, according to sources familiar with the situation as reported by the BBC. The settlement marks the culmination of Sir Alan’s more than two-decade-long fight for justice for victims of the Horizon scandal, which triggered legal action by a… Continue reading Alan Bates to get multi-million-pound payout over Post Office saga

Mark Lucas and Chris, both affected by the debacle at Rathbone Square in London, have spoken out about the financial burden they have faced for almost three years. The malfunction of an automated stacker system left their vehicles trapped for 28 months, with no compensation in sight despite the retrieval of the vehicles in April.… Continue reading Vehicle owners in payout battle over London car park fault

An investigation into the case of a school head teacher who sexually abused girls over a period of years has revealed more than 50 missed opportunities to intervene and prevent the abuse from happening. The report, led by expert Jan Pickles, looked into the actions of Neil Foden, a 68-year-old man from Conwy county in… Continue reading More than 50 missed opportunities to stop paedophile head teacher – report

In Fife, a tragic incident occurred ten years ago that resulted in the death of Sheku Bayoh during an altercation with police officers. Recently, the officers involved have requested a meeting with the first minister in light of the inquiry’s “collapse.” Lord Bracadale, who was overseeing the Sheku Bayoh inquiry, resigned from his position last… Continue reading Sheku Bayoh police request meeting with first minister

In a new report by the Office for National Statistics, it has been revealed that for the first time in Great Britain, more individuals over the age of 16 are using vapes or e-cigarettes compared to those smoking traditional cigarettes. The survey conducted in 2024 found that approximately 5.4 million adults use vapes daily or… Continue reading Vapers overtake smokers for first time in Great Britain

A tragic incident took place at a level crossing in Kenley, south London, where 11-year-old Jaiden Shehata lost his life after being hit by a train. Reports from the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) suggest that Jaiden was distracted by a video on his mobile phone while crossing the rail line on his way to… Continue reading Boy killed on rail crossing was watching phone video, report says

Far-right figure Tommy Robinson has been acquitted of a terrorism charge for refusing police access to his phone in July 2024. Robinson, also known as Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was stopped by authorities at the Channel Tunnel in Folkestone while driving a friend’s silver Bentley to Benidorm, Spain. The authorities grew suspicious of Robinson’s vague responses regarding… Continue reading Tommy Robinson not guilty of terror offence after not giving police access to phone

Auditors have warned that one Scottish health board is facing significant financial challenges, while another must revamp its health and social care system to achieve financial stability. Auditor General Stephen Boyle expressed concerns about NHS Ayrshire and Arran’s ability to achieve financial sustainability, as the board required a £51.4m loan in 2024/25 to break even.… Continue reading Health board facing 'unprecedented' financial challenges