Category: UK News

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will give a speech to voters on Monday, stating that the country “stands at a crossroads” before “some of the most dangerous years”. The PM is expected to offer bold ideas that can create a more secure future for Britons. This speech is his major intervention since the Conservative Party’s… Continue reading Rishi Sunak to promise 'bold ideas' in pre-election pitch

England is set for a significant expansion of monitored wild swimming areas as the government unveils 27 new bathing sites, prioritising rivers for summer pollution testing. Although official designation of these sites does not guarantee cleanliness, it helps identify areas in need of improvement. More than 400 existing swimming spots already meet basic standards, however,… Continue reading New swimming sites for England but are they clean?

The UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will give a speech on Monday ahead of the next general election, according to a number of papers. In his speech, Mr. Sunak will stress that the UK is at a “crossroads” and its place in the world is in a “defining period”. The Times reports Mr. Sunak will… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Sunak's speech and Nigeria 'mad for Meghan'

Lili Myers has given an interview to BBC Radio Cumbria where she talked about missing her husband Dave Myers and how participating in Dave Day on 8 June would be a way to celebrate his life. Dave, who was one half of the Hairy Bikers duo, passed away more than two months ago due to… Continue reading Dave Myer's wife misses Hairy Bikers star 'terribly'

The number of homeless people being moved from hotel to hotel in Northern Ireland is on the rise, with one mother stating that she feels like a failure to her children. 53-year-old Martine Courtney and her family were put up in emergency accommodation in Banbridge, Glenavy, and more recently, Belfast, forcing them to move from… Continue reading Housing: Homeless mum says she feels she has failed her family

Former rugby star Kevin Sinfield expressed his gratitude to everyone who participated in and supported the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon and Half Marathon. The event was held in honour of Sinfield’s ex-Leeds Rhino teammate Rob Burrow, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2019. About 14,000 runners, including Burrow’s wife Lindsey, took part and… Continue reading Kevin Sinfield's heartfelt thanks after Rob Burrow Leeds marathon

Two women in their early 20s have died in a Wolverhampton house fire, with four others taken to hospital on Saturday. One woman remains in a serious condition, while three others emerged uninjured. A third man has now been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the fire in Dunstall Hill that occurred shortly… Continue reading Third murder arrest over Wolverhampton house fire deaths

The Bafta TV Awards 2021 took place on Sunday at the Royal Festival Hall in London, with a host of stars in attendance. The red carpet saw nominees and guests posing for photos ahead of one of television’s most prestigious events of the year. Despite the warm weather, the professional actors managed to put on… Continue reading In pictures: Stars walk red carpet ahead of Bafta TV Awards

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex wrapped up their Nigeria tour by visiting a secondary school in Lagos. During their visit, Prince Harry played a basketball game with the students and learned about the work of a charity that organizes basketball camps for African children. The couple’s trip coincided with the 10th anniversary of the… Continue reading Harry and Meghan visit Lagos school on final day of Nigeria tour

After the hottest day of the year so far over the weekend, much of the UK has been issued with warnings for rain and thunderstorms. The sunny weather is due to give way to the storms as early as Sunday afternoon, and people have been warned to expect some disruption, especially to travel. The Met… Continue reading Thunderstorm weather warnings follow hottest day of the year