Category: UK News

Calls for mass exoneration of victims of the Post Office Horizon scandal have been backed by First Minister Humza Yousaf. More than 700 sub-postmasters were accused of wrongdoing based on information from a faulty computer system between 1999 and 2015. Charges included theft, fraud and false accounting. Some of those convicted were jailed, while others… Continue reading Humza Yousaf backs Post Office scandal mass exonerations

As the UK anticipates a week-long cold spell, some areas have already witnessed the arrival of snow. A resident in Tonbridge, Kent, filmed the delicate snowflakes descending from the sky. Additionally, drone footage has captured the effects of the freezing weather conditions on the rest of the county. The Meteorological Office has predicted that temperatures… Continue reading Watch: Flurry of snow blankets Kent

Former Post Office boss Paula Vennells has been called upon to forfeit her CBE award by an honours committee due to the Horizon IT scandal. The scandal led to the wrongful prosecution of Post Office staff. UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak would strongly support the Forfeiture Committee if it considered the case. Mr. Sunak stated that… Continue reading Rishi Sunak would back committee in honour probe into ex-Post Office boss

As the UK faces a week-long cold snap, snowfall has begun in certain parts of the country. According to BBC Weather, south-east England can expect a mixture of snow, sleet, and rain. The Met Office has issued a warning for ice and snow across southern England and Wales, which could lead to travel disruptions. Meanwhile,… Continue reading UK weather: Snow hits south-east England as cold snap takes hold

The inquest into the death of 13-year-old Christopher Kapessa has heard testimony from a teenage boy who witnessed him drown in a river in Rhondda Cynon Taf. The witness, who cannot be named due to his age, described arriving at the river to find “10-plus” people there, including Christopher. He told the inquest that he… Continue reading Christopher Kapessa: Panic before boy's river death – inquest

Police in Wales have started enforcing a new 20mph default speed limit in built-up areas, which came into effect in September. Some drivers claim that multiple changes to the limits in certain areas have caused confusion. However, South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Alun Michael has urged drivers to use their common sense when abiding… Continue reading Wales 20mph: Police 'to use common sense' as crackdown starts

Idris Elba, the star of Luther, is urging the government to take immediate action against the sale of “zombie knives” and machetes to prevent more young people from losing their lives. Speaking to the BBC, Elba stated that the proposed law changes should be fast-tracked, criticising politicians for not giving enough attention to the issue.… Continue reading Ban 'zombie knives' and machetes now, Idris Elba says

The RMT union has suspended strikes by London Underground workers, which were due to cause severe disruption across the London transport network from Sunday evening until Friday morning. Little or no service was expected, causing potential issues for businesses and commuters across the city. However, the Rail, Maritime and Transport union members have suspended strikes… Continue reading London Tube strikes called off as more pay talks planned

In 1997, Rupert Johnston suffered a horrific car accident that resulted in him being in a coma for two months. The doctors advised his family to switch off his life support machine as he was showing no signs of brain activity. However, his father brought along his son’s beloved French horn to his bedside. Rupert… Continue reading Izzy Judd: 'Music let my brother in a coma connect with us'

As the new school term begins, health officials are urging parents to take basic measures to keep their children healthy. Winter often sees a surge in common viruses like chickenpox, norovirus, and flu, which can result in children missing school. Parents need to follow the advice and protect not just their children but the broader… Continue reading Back-to-school illness advice offered to parents