Category: UK News

Cleveland Police Chief Constable Mark Webster dismissed claims of two-tier policing during the summer riots as “nonsense.” Webster insisted his officers were “entirely fair” in response to the July and August violent disorders across parts of England. During the Home Affairs Select Committee, Webster added that the “narrative” surrounding the allegations were “really unhelpful.” He… Continue reading Two-tier policing 'nonsense', Cleveland Police chief tells riot probe MPs

Nurseries across England have warned that parents may have to pay higher fees and even face closures due to insufficient funding ahead of an expansion in the provision of free childcare. Early years experts say that the government’s uplift will not cover wage and National Insurance increases. On Tuesday, the government announced that early years… Continue reading Nurseries warn of rising fees ahead of childcare expansion

Billionaire property developer Nick Candy has been appointed treasurer of Reform UK, the political party led by Nigel Farage. Candy, who has donated more than £270,000 to the Conservatives, believes Reform UK could win the next general election. He has pledged to donate a substantial sum to the party and to raise “tens of millions”… Continue reading Nigel Farage recruits property tycoon Nick Candy as Reform treasurer

Millions of public sector workers in the UK, including teachers, NHS staff and senior civil servants, have been recommended for a pay rise of 2.8% next year. However, the proposal has faced criticism from some quarters, with unions claiming that the increase is barely sufficient to cover the cost of living, which is predicted to rise… Continue reading Government recommends 2.8% pay rise for public sector workers

Former human rights lawyer Phil Shiner has avoided jail time following charges of fraud relating to legal aid claims made in 2007, including false claims of abuse by British troops in Iraq. Shiner was given a two-year suspended sentence by Judge Christopher Hehir, who said he did not believe that Shiner was “motivated by personal… Continue reading Phil Shiner: Ex-lawyer spared jail over false Iraq War claims

The car finance scandal has caused outrage with lenders and dealers being accused of hidden commission payments. This mess has left customers feeling defrauded while companies have been questioned about transparency. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has informed dissatisfied car buyers that they can complain if they feel their loan was mis-sold, and thousands have… Continue reading Car finance scandal branded 'an unholy mess'

Tom Voyce, who played rugby for England, is missing and feared dead after he did not return home following an evening with friends on Saturday evening. Northumbria Police received a report that the 43-year-old had not returned to his Alnwick home. It is suspected that he attempted to cross Abberwick Ford, near Alnwick, in his… Continue reading England rugby star Tom Voyce missing in Storm Darragh flood

Conservative former minister, Richard Holden, has called for first-cousin marriage to be outlawed in the UK due to the increased risk of birth defects in the children of such unions. Introducing the proposals in Parliament, Holden stated that the genetic risk was higher for the children of first cousins and that the ban would ensure… Continue reading MP calls for first-cousin marriage to be banned

Lisa Nandy has stated that there are “too many cultures of silence” around allegations of misconduct, following revelations about MasterChef presenter Gregg Wallace. Speaking before MPs on Tuesday, Nandy commented that she was “prepared to take further action” if the media industry failed to address claims of inappropriate behaviour. Wallace is currently standing aside from… Continue reading Gregg Wallace allegations indicate 'culture of silence': Minister

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