Category: UK News

A new rule has been introduced that mandates leaders of political parties to provide an explanation for their nominations for the House of Lords. The leaders are required to submit a 150-word summary that defends why the candidate was chosen. Upon successfully appointing a nominee, the statement will be published online. The measure has been… Continue reading Should you be a peer? 150 words to explain why

Lauren Mayberry, the lead vocalist of Scottish band Chvrches, has recently revealed that she used to worry about being the “junior partner” in the group. Mayberry, who joined the band at just 23 years old, felt that her lack of musical education made her less experienced than her bandmates, Iain Cook and Martin Doherty. In… Continue reading Lauren Mayberry of Chvrches: 'I twisted myself into a pretzel to please people'

Twenty-four trade union leaders have contacted Prime Minister Boris Johnson to ask for an increase to statutory sick pay (SSP). The group has voiced concern that the government has failed to integrate the Labour Party’s promise to “strengthen” SSP into existing legislation, meaning some workers are being forced into debt. The issue has now been raised in… Continue reading Unions pressure ministers to increase workers' sick pay

Families of children who were treated by a former surgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) have criticised the independent reports into their care as inadequate and incomplete. Yaser Jabbar, who was a top surgeon, undertook a number of procedures on patients including leg lengthening and straightening. However, some of his surgeries resulted in lifelong… Continue reading Patients of disgraced surgeon call reports a ‘whitewash’

The UK Prime Minister’s speech outlining key government benchmarks dominates several front pages. However, the Daily Telegraph reports that two of Sir Keir Starmer’s election pledges have been “watered down” in the wake of the economy’s struggle following the tax increase budget. The newspaper notes that the Prime Minister has reduced his target for 100%… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'PM drops pledges' and NHS faces 'quad-demic'

In Stratford, east London, a 42-year-old man was attacked by a dog on Wednesday morning and died later in hospital. The police have confirmed that Leanne McDonnell, 32, has been arrested and charged in connection with the attack, which took place on Shirley Road. McDonnell has been charged for owning a dog that was dangerously… Continue reading Man dies after dog attack in east London

Effective December 9th, the UK Home Office will double the transition period given to refugees granted asylum to move from government-supported housing to their own accommodations from 28 to 56 days according to official letters seen by the BBC. The extended grace period is meant to serve as an “interim measure” designed to support local… Continue reading Home Office doubles time given to refugees to find accommodation

On Friday, Catherine, Princess of Wales will host her annual Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey in her biggest event since returning to royal duties after ending chemotherapy. The Order of Service, which embodies the service’s themes of kindness, love and empathy, will feature a specially-designed illustration by British artist Charlie Mackesy. Families affected by… Continue reading Kate's carol service message: You were by my side

Sales of electric cars continue to rise in the UK, surpassing a quarter of all new car purchases in November, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The figures mark the 11th straight month of sales growth for electric cars, as manufacturers race to meet tough targets. However, the driving force behind… Continue reading Electric cars make up one in four sold in November

Victims of the Church of England abuse scandal have criticised the Archbishop of Canterbury for making light of serious safeguarding failings in a speech. Justin Welby told the House of Lords a head had to roll after a review criticised handling of the scandal. But some survivors said they were “dismayed” and “disgusted” by the… Continue reading Church abuse victims 'disgusted' by Justin Welby's speech