Category: UK News

A tragic incident within the Army has come to light, involving a former Army Sergeant Major who pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a female soldier who later took her life. Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck, aged 19, was found deceased in her barracks in Larkhill, Wiltshire, after reporting a complaint against Battery Sergeant Major Michael… Continue reading Ex-sergeant major admits sexually assaulting soldier who took her own life

Shabana Mahmood, the Home Secretary, is set to host a meeting in London with security allies from the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand on Monday to discuss strategies for combating people smuggling. This meeting marks Mahmood’s first major engagement in her new role. The discussion comes in light of the recent influx of 1,097… Continue reading Mahmood to host Five Eyes meeting on people smuggling

The recent reshuffle within the Labour party has prompted the UK’s top trade union leader to urge the government to show where its loyalties lie. Paul Nowak, the General Secretary of the TUC, is set to address the annual conference in Brighton and emphasize the need for the government to prioritize the needs of working… Continue reading TUC chief calls on ministers to show 'whose side' they are on

After nearly two decades, Jamie Borthwick, known for his role as Jay Brown on EastEnders, has been removed from the long-running BBC soap opera. Borthwick, 31, had been a fixture on Albert Square since 2006, making him one of the show’s most enduring cast members. Earlier in the year, the actor faced repercussions from the… Continue reading Jamie Borthwick axed from EastEnders after 19 years

In the aftermath of the tragic funicular crash that occurred in Lisbon on Wednesday, Portuguese authorities have revealed that a cable along the railway route had snapped, leading to the catastrophic incident. The national transport safety office stated that upon examining the wreckage, it was evident that the cable connecting the two carriages had failed,… Continue reading Lisbon funicular crash: Cable snapped before crash, investigators say

A new Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) will be introduced by the UK government on Monday, accompanied by £250m in funding to aid regional economic growth and enhance innovation within the defence sector. Defence Secretary John Healey is scheduled to launch the strategy at Bristol-based defence tech firm Rowden on 8 September, marking the opening of… Continue reading UK launches £250m defence strategy to boost jobs

The recent event of the Blood Moon captured the attention of sky-watchers worldwide as the Moon took on a deep red hue while passing through the Earth’s shadow. This captivating phenomenon was visible in several countries across the globe, providing spectacular views for those fortunate enough to catch a glimpse of it. In China, people… Continue reading Lunar eclipse: Blood Moon captivates sky-gazers around the world

A doctor working for the NHS faced discrimination and felt unsupported due to her disability. Dr. Alice Gatenby, who has epilepsy, revealed that senior colleagues criticized her for not working night shifts, implying she was “not a real doctor.” A survey conducted by the British Medical Association (BMA) found that over half of disabled and… Continue reading Disabled doctors consider leaving NHS over shift inflexibility

The UK’s largest trade union is expressing concerns over potential changes to the Employment Rights Bill by the government. Unison general secretary Christina McAnea has stated that altering the bill, which is set to become law soon, would be a significant mistake. McAnea’s worries stem from the recent departure of Angela Rayner and the reshuffling… Continue reading Unions warn government not to water down workers' rights bill

As schools in Northern Ireland have been back in session for some time now, Stormont officially ends its summer break this weekend. Assembly members (MLAs) will return to the hill on Monday facing significant challenges ahead. The autumn season brings with it five key areas to keep an eye on as political activities resume. Immigration… Continue reading Stormont: The key areas on the Assembly list ahead of return