Category: UK News

Senior leaders at two of Scotland’s most scrutinized health boards have been awarded temporary pay increases of 10% for spearheading a major reform initiative within the country’s health service. Executives from NHS Lothian and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde have received salary boosts that could add up to £20,000 annually in recognition of their roles… Continue reading Bosses on six figures at under-fire health boards bank 10% pay rises

A 19-year-old woman accused of involvement in a gang responsible for setting fire to an elderly woman’s home has claimed she acted as a “getaway driver” but deliberately kept her speed below 20mph near the scene to avoid receiving penalty points on her driving licence. Storm Truman, who is pregnant, stated in court that she… Continue reading 'Getaway driver' in Ferndale arson attack 'didn't want to break 20mph limit' – court

Documents recently made public by the US Department of Justice reveal that in 2009, convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein transferred £10,000 to Reinaldo Avila da Silva, the partner of British politician Peter Mandelson. An email from da Silva to Epstein detailed the expenses for an osteopathy course, included his bank information, and expressed gratitude for… Continue reading Epstein sent £10,000 to Mandelson's partner, file releases reveal

During Sir Keir Starmer’s recent visit to Beijing, China lifted sanctions on a group of British parliamentarians, including Labour peer Baroness Helena Kennedy KC. This group had originally faced restrictions from China in 2021 following their criticism of human rights abuses against the Uyghur minority. Despite the easing of these sanctions, Baroness Kennedy described the… Continue reading Labour peer who had sanctions lifted by China says it's 'meagre return' for UK

A fatal fire occurred on Friday in a terraced house located on Grafton Street, Londonderry, resulting in the death of a man in his 60s. Emergency services responded promptly to the blaze, with firefighters arriving at the scene around 11:15 GMT. According to a spokesperson from the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS), the… Continue reading Londonderry: Man in his 60s dies in house fire

A memorial service honoring the late Dame Jilly Cooper took place at Southwark Cathedral in London, with notable attendees including Queen Camilla, Dame Joanna Lumley, and actor David Tennant. The gathering paid tribute to the renowned novelist, whose works captivated readers with vivid portrayals of British country life and society. Dame Jilly Cooper, who passed… Continue reading Joanna Lumley and Queen Camilla among guests at memorial for Jilly Cooper

A man who caused fatal injuries to one person and seriously harmed four others during a drink-driven rampage in London’s West End on Christmas Day has been sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 37 years. Anthony Gilheaney, aged 32, was found guilty last December of murder, attempted murder, wounding with intent, and… Continue reading Driver jailed for murdering Aidan Chapman in Shaftesbury Avenue

A man has been found guilty of killing another man in a daytime incident that appeared to be motivated by retaliation. The 37-year-old, Kevin Shanley, targeted Brian Gough after Gough had punched Kevin’s younger brother, Kyle Shanley, who is 28 years old, just moments prior to the fatal attack. Kevin Shanley now faces the possibility… Continue reading Man guilty of murdering man who punched his younger brother

The final full Moon of the meteorological winter is set to grace the skies on Sunday, offering skywatchers a chance to observe this natural spectacle. In London, the Moon will rise at 16:13 GMT and remain visible—weather permitting—until it sets at 08:06 GMT on February 2nd. These times will differ slightly depending on your location… Continue reading Snow Moon 2025: How and when to see the February full Moon

Manchester Pride is set to continue this year under new leadership, following the collapse of the previous organizing company. Manchester Pride Events LTD went into administration last October, leaving debts exceeding £1 million owed to performers and suppliers, which cast doubt over the festival’s immediate future. In response to this situation, Manchester City Council has… Continue reading Manchester Pride confirms go-ahead after previous operator went bust