Category: UK News

First Minister John Swinney has condemned recent claims that a staff member secretly recorded an SNP MSP they once worked for, describing such actions as “completely and utterly unacceptable.” According to a report in The Scotsman, a former employee allegedly planted listening devices in the office of an unnamed politician during late 2023. BBC Scotland… Continue reading 'Secret bugging' of SNP MSP unacceptable, John Swinney says

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The NHS continues to maintain a heightened state of vigilance regarding this year’s flu season, although current data suggests that the recent surge in cases has, for now, plateaued. According to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), the spread of influenza within communities has stabilized, and the increase in hospital admissions has begun to slow.… Continue reading Has flu peaked? What the figures tell us

William Rush, known for his role as Josh Stevenson in the BBC One drama *Waterloo Road*, has tragically passed away at the age of 31, according to a statement from his family. He appeared in a total of 168 episodes of the popular series between 2009 and 2013. Rush’s career began as a child actor,… Continue reading William Rush: Waterloo Road actor and son of Coronation Street's Debbie Rush dies aged 31

A healthcare support worker has been sentenced to nine years in prison after sexually assaulting two female patients during his employment at a hospital. Ieuan Crump, aged 27, was convicted last month at Merthyr Crown Court on multiple charges, including six counts of sexual assault and three counts of assault by penetration. The offenses occurred… Continue reading Ieuan Crump jailed for sex assaults on Grange Hospital patients

An independent review examining farm profitability has revealed that many farmers feel “bewildered and frightened” due to proposed changes to inheritance tax, leading to concerns about the future viability of their businesses. The government-commissioned report, which was released on Thursday, includes 57 recommendations aimed at enhancing productivity, investment, and resilience within the agricultural sector. Baroness… Continue reading Batters review: 'Bewildered' farmers need new deal to be profitable

Ryan Mendelson, a 33-year-old man from Manchester, has been awarded £18,000 in compensation after suffering an injury while on a package holiday in Cape Verde. The injury occurred when a hotel staff member at the TUI resort, Hotel RIU Touareg, kneed him in the back of the leg. He described the incident as a “physical… Continue reading Manchester man kneed in leg by TUI staff on holiday paid £18k

The Prince and Princess of Wales have unveiled a new family photograph that will be featured on their Christmas card for 2025. This charming image captures William and Catherine seated on vibrant grass amid blooming spring daffodils, accompanied by their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. Alongside the photo, the couple posted… Continue reading William and Catherine release annual Christmas card portrait

The scheduled court appearance of the Duke of Marlborough, Charles James Spencer-Churchill, on charges related to intentional strangulation, has been postponed. The 70-year-old aristocrat, previously known as Jamie Blandford, was expected to attend Oxford Magistrates’ Court on Thursday morning, facing three non-fatal strangulation charges. These allegations involve three separate incidents occurring over an 18-month span… Continue reading Duke of Marlborough strangulation case in Oxford adjourned

A tragic case from Scotland has brought attention to the dangers of social media, as a family takes legal action against Instagram’s parent company, Meta. The teenage son of a couple from Dunblane, Murray Dowey, tragically died by suicide after falling victim to sextortion on the platform in December 2023. This lawsuit is believed to… Continue reading 'The truth is kids are sharing intimate pictures all the time'