Police investigating bailout email from Mandelson to Epstein

Police are currently investigating an email from 2010 that Lord Peter Mandelson reportedly shared with Jeffrey Epstein, who has a criminal conviction for sex offenses. The email pertains to an EU bailout plan following the financial crisis, as confirmed by Met Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley. Mandelson, who once served as the UK’s ambassador to… Continue reading Police investigating bailout email from Mandelson to Epstein

Pay grows at slowest rate in more than five years

Recent official statistics reveal that wage growth in the UK has slowed to its lowest pace in over five years. Excluding bonuses, earnings increased by 3.8% annually between November and January, a decrease from the previous 4.2% growth rate. While the unemployment rate stayed steady at 5.2%, close to a five-year high, there was a… Continue reading Pay grows at slowest rate in more than five years

Better NHS care at Oxford hospital might have saved 58 babies, BBC finds

A BBC investigation has revealed that at least 58 babies who died at an NHS maternity unit may have survived if care had been improved. This figure comprises 32 stillbirths and 26 neonatal deaths—deaths occurring within 28 days after birth—at Oxford University Hospitals Trust (OUH) from 2019 to 2024, obtained through a Freedom of Information… Continue reading Better NHS care at Oxford hospital might have saved 58 babies, BBC finds

UK weather: Warm settled weather set to continue into the weekend

Starting early next week, a shift in the wind direction is expected to lead to cooler temperatures. A north-westerly airflow will bring in colder air, causing temperatures on Monday to drop below average levels in both Scotland and Northern Ireland. Alongside the temperature changes, the weather will become briefly more unsettled as a low-pressure system… Continue reading UK weather: Warm settled weather set to continue into the weekend

Estate agency's U-turn after Nottinghamshire job applicant told 'car is too old'

An estate agency has decided to eliminate its policy restricting employees to vehicles under 10 years old following the experience of an 18-year-old woman who was disappointed after being told her car was too old to qualify for a job interview. Alanah Thompson French had applied for a trainee lettings negotiator role at haart in… Continue reading Estate agency's U-turn after Nottinghamshire job applicant told 'car is too old'

Impact of Iran war expected to bring hold in interest rates

The ongoing conflict involving Iran is expected to influence the Bank of England’s upcoming decision on interest rates. Initially, analysts predicted a rate cut at the current meeting, especially after inflation seemed to ease to 3% in January. However, market turmoil and rising oil prices, driven by geopolitical tensions, have all but eliminated the likelihood… Continue reading Impact of Iran war expected to bring hold in interest rates

UK sets targets to boost steel making and cut imports

The UK government has introduced new measures aimed at increasing domestic steel production to account for half of the steel used across the country. As part of this initiative, taxes on imported steel will rise, with quotas on steel imports being significantly lowered. Any steel imported beyond the set quota will face a 50% tariff,… Continue reading UK sets targets to boost steel making and cut imports

BBC World Service: Government to increase funding by £33m over next three years

The government has revealed plans to increase funding for the BBC World Service over the upcoming three years, as announced by the foreign secretary. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) will contribute an additional £11 million annually, amounting to a £33 million increase overall. This represents an 8% rise compared to the previous government’s… Continue reading BBC World Service: Government to increase funding by £33m over next three years

World's longest coastal path opens in England to the public

England has unveiled a remarkable new walking route that follows its entire coastline, covering an impressive 2,689 miles. Known officially as the King Charles III England Coast Path, this trail is now recognized as the longest managed coastal path globally, according to Natural England, the government agency responsible for its development. This continuous pathway offers… Continue reading World's longest coastal path opens in England to the public