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The Bank of England has warned that around three million households in the UK can expect to see an increase in their mortgage payments over the next two years. Of this, 400,000 mortgage holders are forecast to be hit by “very large” payment increases. Rising interest rates and the higher cost of living were cited… Continue reading Mortgage costs to rise for 3 million, says Bank of England

Armed robbers, wearing black balaclavas, targeted two jewellery and watch stores in the White Rose shopping centre in Leeds. The attack on the Beaverbrooks and Tag Heuer stores was carried out by the masked gang on Wednesday evening. They carried axes and a circular saw as they raided the establishments and fled the scene before… Continue reading White Rose robbery: Armed gang ransack stores in Leeds mall

The crowdfunding appeal for missing 19-year-old Jay Slater will be partially withdrawn to help fund the search for the teenager in Tenerife. Slater disappeared on 10 June and has not been seen since. His mother, Debbie Duncan, said the money, which has so far raised £36,000, would be used to support mountain rescuers, who have… Continue reading Missing Jay Slater donations to be used to help search efforts

Isaac Roxborough, a 14-year-old boy from Burnfoot, Dungiven, has died in hospital following a serious quad bike accident in Eglinton, County Londonderry on Tuesday. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) stated that he was involved in a single-vehicle collision on the Ballygudden Road, and passed away from his injuries on Wednesday. An investigation has… Continue reading Eglinton: Boy, 14, dies in hospital after quad bike crash

Junior doctors in England have launched a five-day strike as part of their ongoing pay dispute, marking their 11th walkout. Members of the British Medical Association (BMA) began their action at 7am, with NHS England warning that it would lead to significant disruption to normal services in hospitals. The doctors’ union maintains that it has… Continue reading Junior doctors begin 11th strike in England

The latest head-to-head TV debate between Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer was a lively affair. In contrast to previous outings, both politicians appeared unencumbered by the strict rules of the campaign and they were keen to land a blow on their opponent. Sunak, in particular, displayed a confident and persistent scrutiny of his opponent.… Continue reading General election: Debates done – now the ballot box sprint begins

Scotland’s calls for independence may have changed in tone, but they have not disappeared. Today, the Scottish National Party (SNP) presents a much softer independence narrative, shifting its focus from freedom and nationhood to practical solutions to economic hardship and inequality. In this general election, the SNP faces a resurgent Labour Party hoping to gain… Continue reading What impact could the 2024 general election have on Scottish independence?

Thursday’s front pages were mainly dominated by the final TV debate between Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer before the upcoming elections. The Guardian described the debate as “tetchy”, with Sir Keir accusing the Conservative party of having “culture at the top” following the election betting scandal. The Times focused on Sunak’s tax warnings about… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Snoozing England fan and debate reaction

The final debate between the two major political contenders, Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer, proved to be controversial. The two locked horns on various issues ranging from taxation policies to immigration control. The debate was marked by heated exchanges between the two leaders, as they tried to convince voters of their credibility and integrity. One… Continue reading Sunak v Starmer: PM candidates clash over immigration, tax and Brexit