Category: UK News

BBC Scotland News reported that John Swinney, in a recent address in Edinburgh, called on the UK government to agree to a referendum on Scottish independence should a majority of SNP MSPs win in next year’s Holyrood election. Swinney emphasized the importance of the Scottish people coming together to demand a say in their future,… Continue reading Swinney sets out latest plan for an independence referendum

Paul Doyle, a former Royal Marine Commando, is facing 31 charges after allegedly using his car as a weapon to deliberately strike Liverpool FC fans during the club’s Premier League victory parade. The incident, which resulted in injuries to over 130 people, including eight children, occurred on Water Street in Liverpool City Centre on 26… Continue reading Liverpool parade accused Paul Doyle pleads not guilty

The UK and its allies are prepared to offer assistance to Ukraine in advance of negotiations to end the ongoing war and to establish a lasting peace, stated the UK defence secretary. John Healey conveyed to the BBC in Kyiv that once a peace agreement is reached, Ukraine’s allies would aid in ensuring safety in… Continue reading Allies ready to support Ukraine before and after peace deal, says UK

During his testimony to a US congressional committee in Washington DC, Nigel Farage criticized the UK government’s stance on freedom of speech, likening it to North Korea. He highlighted cases of writer Graham Linehan and a woman jailed over a racist tweet as examples of what he described as an “authoritarian situation” in the UK.… Continue reading Nigel Farage urges US to oppose UK on free speech laws

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner is facing potential fines from tax authorities and an additional £40,000 in underpaid stamp duty, experts have warned. Rayner, who oversees housing, acknowledged that she paid less stamp duty than required on her £800,000 flat in Hove, East Sussex, attributing the error to poor advice. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC)… Continue reading Angela Rayner at risk of fine over stamp duty, say tax experts

After a successful pilot program, Martha’s rule is now being implemented in all acute hospitals in England to ensure families have access to urgent second opinions if they have concerns about their loved ones’ care. This initiative, spearheaded by the parents of 13-year-old Martha Mills, who tragically passed away due to lapses in her treatment,… Continue reading Martha's rule rolled out to all acute hospitals in England

A recent report has revealed that Glasgow City Council paid out more than £1m in early retirement and redundancy packages to five senior staff members between 2021 and 2024. The restructuring proposals, which did not undergo independent scrutiny, were approved by individuals directly benefiting from them. Among those who received the payouts was former chief… Continue reading 'No scrutiny' of plan that gave senior council staff £1m pay-out

Charges have been brought against a man in connection with the murder of Steven Cook, a British man who went missing while on holiday in Greece 20 years ago. Steven Cook, who was 20 at the time, disappeared in the resort of Malia, Crete, on September 1, 2005, during his first solo trip abroad. His… Continue reading Murder charge 20 years after Steven Cook goes missing in Crete

Elissa Novak, a mother from Nuneaton, Warwickshire, shared her harrowing experience with her son Ivan’s severe constipation, leading to a life-threatening situation. She emphasized the importance of screening for constipation in all areas of healthcare, stressing the need for improved access to children’s continence services on a national level. Ivan’s condition was initially overlooked, which… Continue reading Constipated children being failed by lack of services, say parents

Dr. Kieran McManus, a retired surgeon with nearly 40 years of experience at the Belfast Health Trust, recently spoke out about the toxic work environment within the trust due to alleged bullying and harassment issues. He mentioned feeling a sense of oppression and fear that hindered the ability to address patient safety concerns freely. Several… Continue reading Belfast Trust: Retired surgeon on 'toxic' workplace where 'secret files' held on staff