Category: UK News

England's Morris dancers drive inclusive revival of tradition

For many, the English tradition of Morris dancing may evoke images of predominantly male performers with jingling bells and handkerchiefs. However, for Molly No-Mates, a Bristol-based Morris side, the tradition has been given a new spin. Co-founded by Scarlett Hutchin, who was looking for a queer-friendly alternative for protests, the team is made up of… Continue reading England's Morris dancers drive inclusive revival of tradition

Allison Pearson: Police defend investigation into journalist's tweet

Essex Police has defended its handling of an investigation following a complaint from a member of the public relating to a social media post by Daily Telegraph columnist Allison Pearson. The force visited Pearson’s home as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged incitement to racial hatred. Pearson claimed in an article that she was… Continue reading Allison Pearson: Police defend investigation into journalist's tweet

Water bills: Record numbers of customers on social tariffs

There has been a significant rise in the number of households seeking help with water bills in England and Wales, according to data obtained by the BBC. Figures reveal that the number of households seeking support rose by more than 250,000 last year, amounting to a record 1.6 million. Spending on “social tariffs” – discounted… Continue reading Water bills: Record numbers of customers on social tariffs

Newspaper headlines: 'Pray' for Davina and '£280 hike to bills'

Household bills in the UK are set to rise in an alarming trend according to The i Weekend, with the paper predicting that the average household is liable to an extra £280 in costs next year. These costs will likely arise from council taxes, energy bills, water, broadband, and train travel, pushing up the cost… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Pray' for Davina and '£280 hike to bills'

Lucy Manning: A sexually obscene phone call – and my two-year ordeal getting police to act

contacted me to say they were applying for a warrant to search the suspect’s home and seize his phone. The officer was convinced the suspect was lying and still felt there was a chance to bring charges. A few days later, the warrant was successful and the suspect’s phone was taken. They found a text… Continue reading Lucy Manning: A sexually obscene phone call – and my two-year ordeal getting police to act

William Wragg: I felt enormous guilt, says ex-MP in honeytrap scandal

Former Conservative MP William Wragg has opened up in a recent interview about his involvement in the UK Parliament “honeytrap” scandal and how it affected his mental health. Wragg was one of many victims of an individual who posed as ‘Charlie’ and ‘Abi’ online and sent flirtatious messages to numerous politicians, journalists, and advisers. He… Continue reading William Wragg: I felt enormous guilt, says ex-MP in honeytrap scandal

Heaven nightclub closed after security guard charged with rape

Westminster Council has suspended the license of London nightclub, Heaven, after it was revealed that a woman was allegedly raped in the vicinity of the venue by a member of security staff in November. The Metropolitan Police applied for the license to be suspended, citing public safety grounds. A member of security staff at the nightclub… Continue reading Heaven nightclub closed after security guard charged with rape

Jordan Adetunji: Grammy nominated star says 'you can do anything'

Jordan Adetunji, a Northern Irish hip-hop artist, has spoken of his amazement at being nominated for a Grammy award, alongside artists such as Beyoncé and The Weeknd. Adetunji’s song, Kehlani, which contains elements of R&B melodies and rap, has been streamed more than 300 million times worldwide. “Having a song that I made in my… Continue reading Jordan Adetunji: Grammy nominated star says 'you can do anything'