Category: UK News

Lord Hermer has expressed confidence in Sir Keir Starmer’s ability to withstand a leadership challenge, telling the BBC that his longtime friend can defy the critics. The relationship between the two dates back to 1996 when they worked together as barristers at Doughty Street Chambers, focusing on human rights cases. Following Sir Keir’s decisive election… Continue reading Sir Keir Starmer can survive a leadership challenge, says Lord Hermer

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) has announced plans to close approximately 150 of its charity shops, attributing the decision to a notably difficult trading environment. After conducting a thorough review of its retail operations, the organization found that rising costs and shifts in consumer behavior had rendered a significant number of stores financially unviable. Despite… Continue reading British Heart Foundation plans to close 150 charity shops

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have recently shared two new photographs of their daughter, Princess Lilibet, in celebration of her fifth birthday. One of these images captures the couple smiling warmly as Prince Harry holds Lilibet close. The other shows the young princess gently touching a flower in a garden, highlighting a tender moment… Continue reading Harry and Meghan celebrate Lilibet's fifth birthday

Recent disclosures concerning Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s tenancy arrangements at the Windsor estate have captured significant media attention. According to findings by the National Audit Office (NAO), the former prince paid a nominal peppercorn rent for the Royal Lodge but subleased cottages on the surrounding property, generating income through what various outlets have described as secret or… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Andrew cashed in' and 'Kate shares in mum's joy'

Recent analysis by the BBC reveals that emergency caesarean deliveries now account for 25% of all births in England, demonstrating a notable increase over the past five years. Alongside this rise in unplanned C-sections, the incidence of elective caesarean operations has also climbed steadily. Meanwhile, the proportion of vaginal births without the use of instruments… Continue reading One in four births in England are now emergency caesareans, BBC analysis shows

A recent report published by the National Audit Office (NAO) has brought to light details about the management and use of royal properties connected to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his family. According to the findings, Andrew received rental income from sub-letting three cottages located on the Royal Lodge estate, which he leased from the Crown Estate.… Continue reading Andrew was sub-letting Royal Lodge cottages, NAO report reveals

A touching moment unfolded when Queen Camilla presented a medal to seven-year-old Rupert Williams, a seriously ill boy who had the courage to ask the Queen if she would pin the award on him during a royal tea party. Rupert, who suffers from gastrointestinal failure and haemophilia A, was one of six children invited to… Continue reading Queen Camilla presents medal to seriously ill Barry boy

In rural parts of Northern Ireland, the illegal dumping of animal carcasses in rivers and waterways has become an increasingly common and troubling issue. Paddy Little, who works as a litter picking officer with a watersports club, has encountered numerous dead animals in the Blackwater River, which runs between counties Tyrone and Armagh. He described… Continue reading Dumped animal carcasses 'shameful' say litter pickers as they pull sheep from river

Andy Burnham has announced his intention to participate in any forthcoming Labour leadership race, contingent on his victory in the Makerfield by-election scheduled for 18 June. The current Mayor of Greater Manchester revealed these plans during a BBC Question Time special held in the constituency, where he appeared alongside four other candidates. Among those standing,… Continue reading Burnham says he would seek to enter any Labour leadership contest

Ellie Wight began using ketamine at the age of 18, initially appreciating the drug’s ability to make her feel free of worries and more comfortable in social situations. She believed ketamine was a relatively safe alternative to other substances and did not anticipate encountering any serious problems. However, after five years of regular use, the… Continue reading Woman warns of 'ketamine bladder' after drug use scarred hers for life