Category: UK News

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

A British man has been arrested by Ukrainian authorities on allegations of espionage in favor of Russia. The individual, who remains unnamed, is accused of passing sensitive information to Russian intelligence while working as a military instructor in Ukraine. Authorities in Kyiv revealed that the Briton arrived in the country in January 2024 and conducted… Continue reading British man accused of spying for Russia arrested in Ukraine

Liverpool City Council has issued a statement clarifying that the decision to waive a woman’s parking fine, as showcased in a series of viral TikTok videos, was incorrect and should not be seen as a precedent for future fines being overturned. The council’s response follows TikTok campaigner Zoë Bread’s exposure of discrepancies in on-street parking… Continue reading Council says cancelling Zoë Bread parking fine was a mistake

Sir Tom Jones experienced a journey from the coal mines of Rhondda Valley to the heights of stardom with his hit, It’s Not Unusual, in 1965. Despite his success, Sir Tom never forgot his roots as “the miner’s son from Pontypridd”. His career took off in his mid-20s when he signed a three-record deal with… Continue reading Sir Tom Jones In My Own Words: Dad still down the pit after success

An Afghan man has been charged with murder and attempted murder in connection with a triple stabbing incident in Uxbridge. The 22-year-old, identified as Safi Dawood from Midhurst Gardens in Uxbridge, is accused of killing a 49-year-old dog walker named Wayne Broadhurst. The violent attack took place in Midhurst Gardens, Uxbridge, prompting a swift response… Continue reading Uxbridge triple stabbing: Murder charge after dog walker killed

In Leicester Crown Court, the cross-examination of Julia Wandelt, the alleged stalker of Madeleine McCann’s parents, began on Wednesday. Wandelt, along with co-defendant Karen Spragg, is accused of stalking Kate and Gerry McCann, causing serious alarm and distress. During the trial, Wandelt expressed doubts about whether she is the missing child, stating she is still… Continue reading Alleged McCann stalker '50-50' on whether she is Madeleine, jury told

A decision by the UK government to house around 300 asylum seekers at Cameron Barracks in Inverness has sparked controversy and raised concerns among local politicians and residents. The move to use a military site for accommodation has been met with opposition, with critics questioning the suitability of the location near Inverness city centre. Local… Continue reading Minister 'recognises strength of feeling' on Inverness asylum seeker housing plan