Category: UK News

At an inquest into the death of Noah Donohoe, a pathologist has stated that there is no indication that any other individuals were involved in the boy’s demise. The pathologist confirmed that Noah’s cause of death was consistent with drowning. The boy’s body was discovered nearly a week after he went missing in June 2020,… Continue reading Noah Donohoe: Death consistent with drowning, inquest hears

The government has revealed plans to ensure rape victims receive expert legal support at every stage of the criminal justice process. This initiative aims to shift the focus during trials more firmly onto the alleged perpetrator’s conduct, building on the principles established by Operation Soteria. Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy announced the introduction of a… Continue reading Rape victims to get specialised legal advice in England and Wales

The government is moving forward with its initiative to introduce a digital ID system intended to simplify access to public services via mobile devices. Initially, the plan was to make this digital identification mandatory for all new employees in the UK to verify their right to work. This approach was first highlighted when Sir Keir… Continue reading Government pushes ahead with revamped Digital ID plan

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is currently under increasing pressure from various opposition parties to maintain the existing cut in fuel duty, rather than allowing it to increase as planned. This debate has intensified following recent developments in the Middle East, which have raised concerns about the stability of energy supplies. The scheduled rise in fuel duty… Continue reading Rachel Reeves faces growing calls to ditch fuel tax hike after Iran war

Eniola Aluko, a former England footballer and current pundit, has been awarded over £300,000 in damages and legal expenses following a libel lawsuit against Joey Barton. The case centered on defamatory social media posts Barton published in 2024 on the platform X, which prompted Aluko to take legal action. The High Court ruled to stay… Continue reading Eni Aluko wins Joey Barton libel case over posts on X

Neil Simpson, alongside his guide Rob Poth, secured Great Britain’s first medal at the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics by claiming silver in the alpine combined event. This achievement marks Simpson’s third Paralympic medal, adding to his record after finishing fourth twice earlier in these Games. The alpine combined consists of two different runs—the super G and… Continue reading Winter Paralympics 2026: Neil Simpson and guide Rob Poth win alpine combined silver

Police have announced that a prison inmate has been charged with the murder of Ian Huntley, the man convicted of the Soham murders. Anthony Russell, aged 43, is scheduled to appear via video link at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court this Wednesday, according to a spokesperson for Durham Constabulary. Huntley passed away on Saturday after sustaining… Continue reading Inmate charged with murder of Soham killer Ian Huntley

Gavin Robinson, leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), has described the potential outcome of a court case holding Gerry Adams personally liable for injuries sustained by three men in IRA bombings as a “seismic” event. This statement came ahead of the second day of a civil trial taking place in London against the former… Continue reading Gerry Adams being found liable would be seismic event, says DUP leader

Former professional footballer Joey Barton was apprehended along with another individual following an assault incident close to a golf club. The event occurred on Sunday at 9 pm GMT in the Fairway area, near Huyton and Prescot Golf Club, located in Merseyside. When law enforcement officers arrived at the scene, they discovered a man suffering… Continue reading Joey Barton arrested after man assaulted near golf club

Glasgow Central Station, Scotland’s busiest railway hub, remains closed following a significant fire that severely damaged an adjacent historic building. The blaze began in a vape shop located on Union Street and quickly spread through the attached Victorian-era structure, known as the Union Corner building, which is B-listed due to its historical importance. The fire… Continue reading Glasgow Central: Station remains closed in aftermath of fire