Category: UK News

The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) and National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) have released a joint statement calling for an immediate pause to Ofsted inspections. This follows a recent coroner’s inquest into the death of head teacher Ruth Perry, which found an Ofsted inspection had contributed to her suicide in January. Ofsted… Continue reading Unions call for immediate pause to Ofsted inspections

The bustling train station of St. Pancras International in London was subject to a surprise visit from none other than US singer, Alicia Keys. The talented artist had a special treat to offer the commuters in the form of a live performance of some of her greatest hits while playing on the public piano that… Continue reading Alicia Keys' surprise performance for London commuters

Darren Osment has been found guilty of murdering his ex-partner, Claire Holland, who went missing in 2012 after a drunken argument with Osment in a Bristol pub. Despite extensive police investigations, her body has never been found. Osment called 999 in 2019 and admitted to killing her, but retracted the confession later. The former chef… Continue reading Claire Holland: Darren Osment guilty of murdering Bristol woman

The trial of three people accused of the 1996 murder of 14-year-old Caroline Glachan is underway in the High Court in Glasgow. Prosecutors have urged the jury to convict the three accused of what they have described as a “brutal” attack that left Glachan to drown in the River Leven in Renton, West Dunbartonshire. Robert… Continue reading Caroline Glachan: Jury urged to convict three over 1996 murder

Deveca Rose, a 29-year-old mother from Wallington, Sutton, has been granted conditional bail after appearing in court charged with manslaughter and child abandonment. The charges relate to the tragic death of her four sons, aged three and four, who died in a fire at their home on 16 December 2021. Dressed in black, Ms Rose… Continue reading Sutton fire: Mother in court charged with manslaughter of four sons

Scotland’s First Minister Humza Yousaf has responded to criticism from UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron over a meeting with Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Cameron had threatened to withdraw UK support for Scottish ministers during overseas visits, claiming Yousaf had breached protocols by meeting Erdogan without a UK official present. He also threatened to close Scottish offices in… Continue reading Humza Yousaf brands David Cameron 'petty' over meeting threat

A father from Caerphilly has passed away following a multi-vehicle crash. Matthew Theophilus, who was 35 years old at the time of his death, was rushed to the hospital for treatment, but later succumbed to his injuries as a result of the accident that took place in Trehafod, Rhondda Cynon Taf on Sunday 3rd December.… Continue reading Trehafod: Tribute to Matthew Theophilus, 35, after crash death

The UK government has reportedly abandoned its promise to hold a parliamentary debate concerning reparations for veterans who were discharged from the military because of their sexuality. In July, following a review, then Defence Secretary Ben Wallace pledged the debate. However, sources have indicated that this debate has now been scrapped and veterans will not… Continue reading Veterans demand Commons debate on review into past armed forces gay ban

The British government and the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) have denied reports that their discussions over post-Brexit trade deals have come to an end despite reports that talks had ceased. This misinformation comes on the heels of talks between Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris and the five largest Stormont parties, which include the DUP, on… Continue reading Stormont: DUP and government say their Brexit talks not over

A 13-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of 24-year-old Jack Edwards in Nottingham. Edwards suffered serious head injuries near Sussex Street Skate Park on Tuesday and passed away on Thursday. The teenage suspect is also being charged with robbery and is due to appear at youth court on Monday, however, his name cannot… Continue reading Boy, 13, charged with murder over attack near skate park