Category: UK News

A rare spider species that had not been seen in the UK for four decades has been found once again. Aulonia albimana, which was last spotted in the UK in 1985, was discovered at the National Trust’s Newtown National Nature Reserve on the Isle of Wight. The researchers have informally dubbed this tiny orange-legged arachnid… Continue reading 'Lost' spider species rediscovered on Isle of Wight

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Sir Keir Starmer, dismissing calls for an investigation into Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ actions, after she admitted to breaking housing rules by not obtaining a required rental license for her family home in London. In her apology letter to the Prime Minister, Reeves acknowledged her “inadvertent error” and expressed her apologies sincerely. The Prime Minister, after… Continue reading Starmer rules out investigation as Reeves apologises for breaking housing rules

A new government policy in the UK will now allow partners and children of Gazan students coming to study in the country to join them, as confirmed by officials. This change represents a shift from the previous policy, which only supported the evacuation of the students themselves. Each application for dependants will be assessed individually,… Continue reading Dependants of Gaza students can come to UK, government says

Cost of living correspondent Kevin Peachey reports that nearly 200,000 individuals receiving benefits may have their outstanding debts to energy suppliers erased if they demonstrate an attempt to settle their dues. The accumulation of unpaid bills and charges has surged in recent times due to the high costs of energy, culminating in a staggering £4.4… Continue reading Thousands on benefits could have energy debt cancelled by Ofgem

pened.” In a statement released in September 2022, Lloyd said: “Although I respect the court’s decision, I have consistently maintained that it is not my fault that five people died on the River Cleddau… My innocent participation in the events of that tragic day has led to my life being destroyed.” A report by senior… Continue reading Haverfordwest paddleboard deaths: 'I'll never forgive the woman responsible'

Paramedic Araf Saddiq has spent nearly three decades saving lives, but the threat of violence always looms over him. Saddiq has faced five physical assaults and numerous instances of verbal abuse while on duty, with one particularly traumatizing attack in 2010 that resulted in severe mental health issues and PTSD, leading him to take a… Continue reading The paramedic who wakes up wondering: 'Will I make it home tonight?'

The defence of Soldier F during the six-year case related to the Bloody Sunday murder charges cost the government over £4 million, according to a parliamentary answer provided to Foyle MP Colum Eastwood. The legal fees currently amount to £4.3 million, with a possibility of a slight increase once all final bills are received. Eastwood… Continue reading Government spent more than £4m on defence of Soldier F

The announcement from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) revealed that the UK is providing £2.5m in emergency humanitarian funding to Jamaica in response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. This assistance includes relief supplies and the deployment of technical experts to aid in the recovery efforts. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed… Continue reading Hurricane Melissa: UK to provide £2.5m in humanitarian support to Jamaica

Royal Lodge, Prince Andrew’s residence in Windsor, has come under scrutiny as Members of Parliament question the value for money of his lease arrangement. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has raised concerns about whether the lease on the 30-room Royal Lodge is providing the best value for the money spent. Prince Andrew entered into a… Continue reading MPs raise concerns over Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge lease