Category: UK News

According to the Electoral Commission, in the first week of the general election campaign, The Labour Party raised £351,990 more than the Conservative party in donations. Labour received £926,908 in donations followed by Conservatives on £574,918 and the Liberal Democrats with £454,999. The Scottish National Party managed to raise £36,305 in donations while Reform UK… Continue reading Labour raises £350k more than Tories in first campaign week

Major supermarkets including Aldi, Asda, Co-op and Morrisons are recalling several types of pre-packed sandwiches, wraps and salads due to potential contamination with E. coli. At least 211 people are known to be affected by the bacteria, an increase from 113 last week, and at least 67 people have been admitted to hospital. Although E.… Continue reading Supermarket sandwiches linked to E. coli outbreak

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An investigation by Banijay UK has found that informal concerns about Russell Brand’s conduct while hosting Big Brother spin-off programmes were “not properly escalated or adequately addressed.” The actor and comedian fronted shows such as Big Brother’s Big Mouth and Big Brother’s Celebrity Hijack on Channel 4 from 2004 to 2008. During this time, allegations… Continue reading Russell Brand: Informal concerns 'not adequately addressed'

On the anniversary of the Nottingham attacks, the families and friends of Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley-Kumar retraced the same route their loved ones took before being fatally stabbed by Valdo Calocane on 13 June 2023. Mourners laid flowers at the scene of the crime and also took part in a ceremony at the University… Continue reading Nottingham killer's family sent letter to victim's parents

A special tribute programme has aired following the death of Michael Mosley, who was described as “one of the most important broadcasters of recent decades”. Mosley’s final radio show, Just One Thing, was recorded live at the Hay Festival on 25 May, and was introduced by fellow TV doctor and presenter Chris van Tulleken. The recording… Continue reading Michael Mosley's 'genius' remembered in BBC tribute programmes

Michelle Gildernew, the outgoing MP for Fermanagh and South Tyrone, has been unsuccessful in her bid to win a seat in the European Parliament. Gildernew, of Sinn Féin, stood in the Midlands-North-West constituency in the Republic of Ireland but lost out on the final seat to Ciarán Mullooly, a former RTÉ news reporter. Her party… Continue reading European elections: Michelle Gildernew fails to win Ireland MEP seat

The BBC has launched a new project called Your Voice, Your Vote as part of its election coverage. The aim of the project is to listen to voters over the next few weeks and explore the issues that are most important to them. The broadcaster is encouraging members of the public to get in touch… Continue reading Tactical voting: Ros Atkins answers your questions

A new documentary titled Silent Men explores the question of why so many men still find it challenging to be vulnerable and open up about their feelings. Despite the topic of male mental health gaining more prominence in the last decade, huge numbers of men continue to struggle with discussing their emotions openly. With suicide… Continue reading Silent Men: Documentary explores why men struggle to open up emotionally

Labour’s general election manifesto has made headlines in several papers. The Daily Mirror reports that Keir Starmer promised to repair the damage the Conservatives have inflicted on Britain with a manifesto of hope. He also announced the party’s intention to improve the economy and create a better future for future generations if it wins on… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'We'll give nation hope' and 'hidden tax trap'