Category: UK News

Moira Owens, from Caernarfon, Gwynedd, found herself without support after her husband, Idwal Owens, was diagnosed with vascular dementia six years ago. The shock of the diagnosis left Moira feeling unprepared and helpless, as she was only given a “wad of leaflets” by the consultant after the news. The lack of guidance and assistance left… Continue reading Caernarfon couple among those in Wales 'let down' by dementia care

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has been dealing with a significant crisis over the past two weeks, and unfortunately, there seems to be no end in sight. Following a cyber attack that was first discovered on September 1st, the car manufacturer was forced to shut down its computer systems and halt production globally. This has led… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover suppliers 'face bankruptcy' due to hack crisis

A significant setback has hit the UK pharmaceutical industry as AstraZeneca has decided to pause a planned £200 million investment at a research site in Cambridge. This project was expected to generate 1,000 jobs and was initially announced in March 2024 by the previous government. This decision comes following the shelving of another project in… Continue reading AstraZeneca pauses £200m Cambridge investment

Following an extensive investigation by the BBC into Charing Cross station, the Metropolitan Police has taken action by suspending nine officers and referring the case to the police watchdog for further examination. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) confirmed that it is looking into the behavior of 11 individuals stationed at the central London… Continue reading Nine Met Police officers suspended after BBC investigation

Lord Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein have come under scrutiny following revelations that the late convicted paedophile paid for his travel expenses twice in 2003, totaling over $7,400 (£5,400). This information was brought to light by documents released by the US House of Representatives Oversight Committee, prompting Mandelson’s dismissal as the UK’s ambassador to the… Continue reading Epstein paid for Mandelson's travel in 2003, documents show

Nigel Farage has recently faced questions regarding a house purchased by his partner in his Clacton constituency. The Reform UK leader has maintained that he has no financial stake in the property, emphasizing that it was bought using his partner’s own funds. The house, located in Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, was acquired for £885,000 without the need… Continue reading Nigel Farage insists he has no financial stake in Clacton home

A group known as the self-styled “African tribe,” the Kingdom of Kubala, has been ordered to vacate privately-owned land in the Scottish Borders by a sheriff. This group has been camping in woodland near Jedburgh for some time, claiming to be reclaiming land stolen from their ancestors 400 years ago. Despite their assertion, the local… Continue reading Court orders 'tribe' to be evicted from Scottish woodland

Baroness Doreen Lawrence recently expressed her disbelief at the discovery made by Prince Harry, where evidence suggested that she had been unlawfully surveilled by the Daily Mail. This shocking revelation left her “floored” as she had not previously been aware of these actions. Joining forces with Prince Harry, Sir Elton John, and other prominent figures,… Continue reading 'Prince Harry told me I was being hacked' – Stephen Lawrence's mum

Julia Fenner, a dual UK-Belarus citizen, and the wife of a British diplomat, was recently released from prison in Belarus as part of a broader agreement made with the US. Following her detention on the border in March 2024, she was given a lengthy jail sentence last month. The release of fifty-two prisoners on Thursday… Continue reading UK says 'great news' British national freed in Belarus release deal

BBC Wales News reporter Stephen Fairclough recently covered the story of Nathan Osman, a man who tragically lost his life while on holiday in Spain. Less than 24 hours after arriving with friends, Nathan was found deceased, leaving his family devastated. As the anniversary of his death approaches, his family expressed their frustration with the… Continue reading Pontypridd family angry as Benidorm death ruled 'accidental'