Category: UK News

Political reporter Sam Francis reports that former Labour MP Zarah Sultana has revealed plans to establish a new political party in collaboration with ex-Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn. Sultana, who was expelled from the Labour Party last year for supporting the abolition of the two-child benefit cap, declared her resignation from the party after 14 years… Continue reading Zarah Sultana says she is quitting Labour to start party with Jeremy Corbyn

A circus in Fife was disrupted by a fire during a live performance, leading to firefighters being summoned to the scene at the Big Kid Circus in Glenrothes after 19:00. The incident occurred just after the start of the Kingdom of Kong show, which features a 30ft tall animatronic gorilla, beginning at 18:00. Attendees were… Continue reading Fire crews tackle trailer blaze at Glenrothes circus

Yvette Cooper, the home secretary overseeing the Security Service, acknowledged a “serious failing” on the part of MI5 for providing false evidence to multiple courts. This admission came following a High Court ruling that found MI5’s explanations for the false evidence to be insufficient and unreliable. Cooper stated that a “further, robust, and independent investigation”… Continue reading MI5 false evidence was a serious failing, Cooper says

Ciaran Mulgrew, the chair of the Belfast Trust, will be stepping down from his role on Friday, following Health Minister Mike Nesbitt’s decision to replace him. The Department of Health cited the need for a fresh start in leadership at the trust as the reason for Mr. Mulgrew’s sacking. Despite the change, the minister and… Continue reading Belfast Trust chairman sacked by Health Minister Mike Nesbitt

Reporting from Bedfordshire, it has been revealed that the upcoming Universal Studios theme park in the UK is set to feature the tallest rides in all of Europe. The company recently applied for planning permission for a new attraction in Bedford through a special development order (SDO), which would grant the government the power to… Continue reading Universal UK could feature Europe's tallest rides

Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled a comprehensive 10-year plan to revamp the NHS in England, focusing on transitioning from hospitals to local health hubs, prioritizing prevention, and leveraging technology more effectively in healthcare. Describing the government’s extensive 162-page strategy as a crucial opportunity to restore the health service to full functionality, Sir Keir Starmer emphasizes… Continue reading Seven ways the government's plan could change the NHS

Evan Powell, a 21-year-old former student, committed a disturbing series of break-ins at three homes in the Brynmill area of Swansea while the residents were asleep. The incidents occurred during the early hours of October 31, 2024. This led to Powell being sentenced to five years in prison and an additional four years on extended… Continue reading Swansea man jailed for entering bedrooms of sleeping women

A bright meteor illuminated the night sky over Scotland, leaving startled residents in awe. The event, witnessed by people in various locations including the Isle of Lewis, Stirling, Glasgow, and Argyll and Bute, was characterized by a burst of orange light accompanied by a loud bang. Gillian-Isabella McLaughlin, who happened to be walking her dog… Continue reading Meteor seen over Scotland's skies

Authorities have taken a 34-year-old woman into custody in connection with the murder of a man who perished in a fire in Ballymoney, County Antrim. The victim, identified as 55-year-old businessman Patrick ‘Paddy’ Douglas, succumbed to injuries sustained during the incident while receiving medical treatment on Tuesday. The blaze, which occurred on Main Street, prompted… Continue reading Ballymoney fire: Woman, 34, arrested over murder of Patrick 'Paddy' Douglas

Lord David Lipsey, a Labour peer, tragically passed away while swimming in the River Wye, authorities have confirmed. Dyfed-Powys Police revealed that they had received a report about a man’s safety after he was last spotted swimming in the river in Glasbury, Powys on Monday. Following a joint search effort on 1 July, law enforcement… Continue reading Lord David Lipsey dies while swimming in River Wye