Category: UK News

BBC Scotland News reporters, Philip Sim and Megan Bonar, highlighted the recent dismissal of Ian Murray as Scottish secretary in the UK government. This decision came as part of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s reshuffling of his team following the resignation of his deputy, Angela Rayner. Murray, Scottish Labour’s longest-serving MP, has been a key… Continue reading Ian Murray sacked as Scottish secretary in Starmer reshuffle

A woman has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her estranged husband, whom she had initially tried to pass off as having committed suicide. Amy Pugh, 34, carried out the attack on Kyle Pugh, 29, after an argument at their shared home in Newport, Shropshire in March 2022. Despite attempting to… Continue reading Amy Pugh jailed for murder of estranged husband in Newport attack

Angela Rayner, former deputy prime minister and housing secretary, has stepped down from her positions after a tax scandal involving her £800,000 flat in Hove. Rayner’s resignation also includes her role as deputy Labour leader, which is expected to prompt a new deputy leadership election within the party. This decision follows an investigation by the… Continue reading Angela Rayner resigns after underpaying tax on Hove flat

Bodycare, a struggling health and beauty chain in the UK, has announced that it will be closing 32 of its stores and laying off 450 employees after falling into administration. Known for offering affordable cosmetics and beauty products, the chain has 147 physical shops that have become unsustainable due to increasing rent costs. With a… Continue reading Beauty chain Bodycare to close 32 stories in administration

The recent passing of the Duchess of Kent at the age of 92 has left Buckingham Palace in deep sorrow. The announcement of her peaceful passing at Kensington Palace on Friday has led to flags being lowered to half-mast at royal residences, including Buckingham Palace. The duchess, named Katharine, was the eldest member of the… Continue reading The Duchess of Kent dies aged 92, Buckingham Palace announces

Portuguese police have confirmed that three British nationals were among the victims of the Lisbon funicular crash. The Glória funicular, a well-known tourist spot, derailed and collided with a building, resulting in the death of 16 individuals. Additionally, more than 20 people sustained injuries, with five of them in critical condition. Among the deceased, nationals… Continue reading Three British nationals among Lisbon crash dead, say Portuguese police

A man in his 40s named Chrissy Burns was tragically murdered in the quiet village of Mountnorris in County Armagh. The local community is reeling with shock after emergency services discovered his body at a property in Cusher Green, where he had been living for several years. Burns, originally from Warrenpoint in County Down, was… Continue reading Mountnorris: 'Deep shock' in County Armagh community after man's murder

Thanet District Council in Kent has reversed its decision to roll out a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) that would have penalized the use of abusive language. The council initially announced plans to implement the PSPO in an effort to tackle anti-social behavior in the area. Under the proposed order, individuals could have faced fines… Continue reading Thanet District Council U-turn on Public Spaces Protection Order

In a boost for the retail sector, a combination of sunny weather and the women’s Euro football tournament contributed to an increase in sales during July, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Retail sales volumes saw a rise of 0.6% in July, surpassing analysts’ expectations. Online retailers and clothing and footwear stores experienced… Continue reading Retail sales boosted by sunny weather and football in July

The former head of the British armed forces, Adm Sir Tony Radakin, expressed confidence in the UK’s national security in the short term during an interview with the BBC. He attributed this assurance to the country’s status as a nuclear power and a member of Nato, which he described as the world’s most formidable alliance,… Continue reading UK safe 'for now and next few years', says outgoing military chief