Category: UK News

Wednesday’s House of Commons debate and vote on calls for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza war took a chaotic turn and has since dominated many of Thursday’s front pages. The Guardian reports that the “fury” of MPs resulted in Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle apologizing for the fractious debate. Meanwhile, protesters demonstrated outside parliament with Palestinian… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Fury in Commons' and 'King's tears'

Recent data shows an increase in people driving under the influence of drugs in the UK. Chief Constable Jo Shiner of the National Police Chiefs Council has cited “social acceptance” particularly among young people as a contributing factor to the rise. Roadside testing in December found that in England and Wales, drug test results were… Continue reading More drug than drink-driving arrests by some forces

During a Commons debate regarding calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, chaos ensued after Labour was accused of “hijacking” it. Sir Lindsay Hoyle, the Speaker, faced anger from both the SNP and Conservatives when he allowed a vote on a Labour motion for an “immediate humanitarian ceasefire.” The SNP stated that they had been “treated… Continue reading Gaza ceasefire vote: Commons debate descends into chaos

The effectiveness of the UK government’s counter-terrorism scheme, Prevent, has come under scrutiny again. Sir William Shawcross, who conducted a review of the scheme in 2023, has said that key recommendations he made have been ignored, posing a risk to public safety. Shawcross said the government’s response to his report was lacking, adding that while… Continue reading Prevent counter-terror scheme failures leave public at risk – ex-adviser

King Charles, who recently revealed his cancer diagnosis, has returned to official duties and received messages of support that moved him to tears, he said. The monarch met with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who commented on how well the king looked. During the audience, the king joked about his appearance. The meeting discussed the various… Continue reading King 'reduced to tears' by cancer support messages sent to him

Police in Bristol have been granted enhanced stop and search powers following the deaths of three teenagers, with children as young as 10 being searched to mitigate an “unprecedented” surge in knife crime. Between 15 and 17 February, Avon and Somerset Police stopped 33 people, finding no weapons but two people in possession of cannabis.… Continue reading Bristol knife crime: Children searched after surge in attacks

MPs were allowed to vote on a Labour motion relating to the Israel-Hamas conflict, leading to a row. The Sir Keir Starmer-sponsored amendment would allow Labour MPs to support the party’s motion calling for an “immediate humanitarian ceasefire”. The speaker of the house, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, permitted the vote, thereby defusing a potential rebellion. The… Continue reading Row after Commons Speaker Lindsay Hoyle picks Labour Gaza motion

A boy named Xielo Maruziva, aged 2, was reported missing after falling into the River Soar in Aylestone, Leicester at 5 pm on Sunday. Despite a police search, which is currently in its fourth day, the child has yet to be found. The inclement weather has hampered the investigation, impairing specialist teams’ search efforts. Leicestershire… Continue reading Leicester: Boy missing in river is bundle of joy, says mother

Debbie and Richard Nuttall, a couple from Colne, Lancashire, won a £61m share of a EuroMillions jackpot on 30 January. When they first found out about their win, they thought they had only won £2.60. The pair were on holiday in Fuerteventura, celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary, when they discovered their fortune. Richard Nuttall explained… Continue reading Lancashire couple win £61m EuroMillions jackpot

HMP Feltham B, a young offenders facility in west London, requires a cultural overhaul after high levels of violence were found, according to an inspector. The larger population was caused by a 40% reduction of capacity in England and Wales, with the facility now able to take in older inmates. It has been judged to… Continue reading HMP Feltham: Levels of violence at youth prison too high – report