Category: UK News

A London landlord has described the licensing system created by Greenwich Council as “punitive and aggressive” and believes it is resulting in landlords being barred from renting. Louise Jones says she may have to sell her two flats if she cannot find a solution. Under the council’s selective licensing scheme, landlords in certain areas are… Continue reading Landlord may sell up over Greenwich Council licensing rules

Tom Jones has found a new fan in Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen, who admitted he is a big fan of the Welsh singer’s hit ‘Green Green Grass of Home’. During the Sao Paolo Grand Prix in Brazil, Verstappen had the song piped over his headset when he took his victory lap and even joined… Continue reading Las Vegas Grand Prix: Tom Jones song a Max Verstappen favourite

The Times leads with a report on the state of the NHS in England, citing the “toxic” behavior of doctors as a danger to patients. The report, authored by Rob Behrens, calls for a redesign of medical training to encourage empathy among new medics. Behrens also warns against a “Balkanization” of health workers, citing rivalries… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Toxic NHS' and 10-down for Everton

The UK government has announced plans to spend millions of pounds to help countries prepare for potential humanitarian disasters. This move is part of a significant restructure of the country’s development policy, in a bid to reduce the impact of future climate emergencies and ensure developing countries have easier access to financial support during times… Continue reading UK government plans radical shake-up of foreign aid for climate change disasters

Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma, two of Britain’s most accomplished actors, have opted to perform Shakespeare’s Macbeth in non-traditional venues rather than conventional theatres. Their immersive set, based in a Liverpool warehouse, features a wasteland of charred trees, rubble, and burned-out cars, reflecting the play’s contemporary setting. Audience members must first walk through the mock war… Continue reading Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma turn Liverpool warehouse into a battlefield for Macbeth

Animal lovers in West Bromwich’s indoor market have access to a variety of treats for their pets, from warm coats to sprout-shaped toys and pet cologne. For more than 30 years, Dave Griffiths’ pet stall has been operating at the market, and he has witnessed West Bromwich’s political shift from a long-held Labour seat to… Continue reading Is Rishi Sunak's approach convincing or confusing voters?

A year after her disappearance during severe flooding in Aberdeenshire, a river search for Hazel Nairn is set to resume. Nairn, 71, disappeared in November 2020 while out walking her dog near the River Don at Monymusk. Members of Nairn’s family believe her body may still be along the river. An underwater search team examined… Continue reading Hazel Nairn: River search resumes on disappearance anniversary

A woman who recently suffered a miscarriage has spoken out after she received a phone call reminding her of an upcoming pregnancy scan. Emma Gooding described the call as “insensitive” and said it had taken a “huge mental toll”. The health board responsible has since apologised for the “careless” administrative error. Emma shared her experience… Continue reading Pregnancy loss: Woman distressed by scan reminder after miscarriage

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According to sources, the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, may be considering cutting taxes on business and inheritance in next week’s Autumn Statement. However, the decision will depend on economic forecasts from the UK’s primary economic forecaster. Despite the lack of a concrete decision, Hunt announced a proposal to provide £4.5bn in funding… Continue reading Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt considering cuts to inheritance tax