Category: UK News

Sir Keir Starmer has come under scrutiny after awarding a peerage to his former director of communications, Lord Matthew Doyle, amid controversy surrounding Doyle’s past connections with a convicted sex offender. During Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQs), Starmer defended the appointment but acknowledged that Lord Doyle had “not given a full account” regarding his relationship with… Continue reading PM says peer did not give 'full account' over links to sex offender

A briefing document that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor sent to Jeffrey Epstein reportedly contained details about investment prospects in gold and uranium located in Afghanistan. The BBC has reviewed a file prepared for Andrew by UK officials during his tenure as a trade envoy, which he subsequently shared with Epstein in December 2010. This briefing highlighted several… Continue reading Andrew sent Epstein UK briefing on Afghan investments, document suggests

Lloyds Banking Group has revealed plans to close an additional 95 branches across the UK, continuing the ongoing trend of banks scaling back their physical presence on the high street. This latest wave of closures includes 53 Lloyds Bank locations, 31 Halifax branches, and 11 Bank of Scotland sites. These closures are scheduled to take… Continue reading Lloyds Banking Group to close another 95 branches

Scottish Labour has suspended MSP Pam Duncan-Glancy following concerns about her ongoing relationship with Sean Morton, a former Moray councillor who has twice been convicted for possession of indecent images of children. The Glasgow representative’s connection to Morton has led to an internal investigation within the party. Labour leader Anas Sarwar confirmed Duncan-Glancy’s suspension, citing… Continue reading Pam Duncan-Glancy defends friendship with Sean Morton after Labour suspension

Swedish plant-based beverage company Oatly has been denied the right to use the term “milk” in its marketing following a protracted legal struggle. The issue revolves around Oatly’s attempt to trademark the phrase “post-milk generation” in the UK back in 2021, a move opposed by Dairy UK, an organization representing British dairy farmers. After a… Continue reading Oatly loses long-running 'milk' battle with dairy lobby

Wales’ exclusive two-Michelin-star establishment, Ynyshir Restaurant near Machynlleth in Ceredigion, has come under scrutiny following a detailed hygiene inspection. The report, obtained through a Freedom of Information request by BBC Wales, highlighted several concerning issues including the presence of flies, malfunctioning equipment, and sanitation lapses such as a dirty knife and floor. These findings cast… Continue reading Ynyshir restaurant food hygiene failings revealed by FOI

Ellis Pears, a 19-year-old law student at Aberystwyth University, experienced a dramatic change in his life following a car accident in November 2024. Until then, Ellis had been fluent in Welsh, having attended Welsh-medium education from nursery onwards. However, after the crash, which left him concussed, he found himself unable to speak or understand the… Continue reading Aberystwyth student loses ability to speak Welsh after crash

During his recent visit to Saudi Arabia, the Prince of Wales engaged with young female football enthusiasts in Riyadh, underscoring the evolving role of women in the kingdom’s sports scene. At a training session with a local youth squad, Prince William listened attentively as the participants shared their experiences of female involvement in sports within… Continue reading Prince William meets female footballers on Saudi Arabia visit

A woman has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of her partner over 15 years ago. Anna Podedworna killed Izabela Zablocka, then dismembered her body into two parts and buried the remains in the garden of a house in Derby. The case concluded with Podedworna receiving a life sentence with a minimum term… Continue reading Woman who murdered, cut up and buried partner in Derby jailed

The sheep once known as the loneliest in Britain has recently experienced a significant milestone by giving birth for the very first time. Situated at Dalscone Farm in Dumfries, this special sheep had her pregnancy confirmed earlier this year. Now, after spending more than two years at the farm, she has welcomed twins—a boy and… Continue reading Britain's 'loneliest' sheep Fiona gives birth for first time