Category: UK News

The number of hospital admissions due to flu in England has recently decreased, providing some relief to the NHS amid its usual January surge. Last week, 2,676 patients were reported to be in hospital with the flu, a decline from over 3,000 the previous week. Despite this improvement, NHS leaders are cautioning that the current… Continue reading Hospital flu cases drop as NHS on cold weather alert

A former adviser to the prime minister has criticized politicians for relinquishing too much influence to lawyers, activists, and regulatory bodies, arguing this limits their ability to fulfil promises. Paul Ovenden, who stepped down as Keir Starmer’s director of political strategy last September after past offensive messages he sent came to light, expressed in The… Continue reading Politicians have given away too much power to deliver pledges, says PM's ex-aide

In 2025, Great Britain experienced a record-breaking year for electricity generation from renewable energy sources, according to an analysis by the BBC using provisional data from the National Energy System Operator (Neso). Wind power emerged as the largest single contributor within the renewable sector, while solar energy saw a substantial increase of nearly one-third compared… Continue reading Record year for wind and solar electricity in Great Britain in 2025

Several sections of a key road connecting Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire were shut due to multiple accidents and vehicles sliding off the roadway amid icy conditions. The southbound carriageway of the A46, stretching from the A606 at Hickling to the B676 near Six Hills, was completely closed, with an additional lane closure on the northbound side,… Continue reading Multiple crashes on A46 as cold weather hits the East Midlands

At Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in east Bristol, several individuals who queued for hours to register as NHS patients have reported being required to pay for a hygienist appointment before they were allowed to sign up. According to these patients, upon reaching the reception desk, they faced what felt like an ultimatum: pay £69 for… Continue reading Bristol dentists 'gave patients ultimatum' before NHS sign-up

Brighton’s iconic Palace Pier, a cherished landmark with over a century of history, has been placed on the market, according to its chief executive. The Brighton Pier Group, which currently owns the 126-year-old structure classified as Grade II* Listed, made the decision to sell in order to maximize returns for its shareholders. Although the sale… Continue reading Brighton Palace Pier up for sale, chief executive says

Parking wardens across the South East of England have come forward to share harrowing accounts of the abuse and violence they encounter while working. This follows a BBC investigation uncovering more than 200 recorded physical assaults on parking enforcement officers in Kent, Surrey, and Sussex since 2020. Some staff recount serious incidents including being punched… Continue reading We've been hit, abused and harassed, say South East parking wardens

David Holmes began his journey into the world of magic and daring stunts at the young age of 17, serving as the stunt double for Harry Potter in the film series. Hailing from Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, the skilled gymnast took on the physically risky feats that the 11-year-old star Daniel Radcliffe could not perform. Tragically, during… Continue reading Harry Potter stunt double: Breaking my neck hasn't changed me

The Met Office has issued an amber severe weather warning for snow along with multiple yellow warnings for snow and ice across various regions of the UK on Friday. Although Scotland is expected to experience the harshest conditions, disruptions to travel are anticipated throughout the entire country. In addition, the UK’s Health Security Agency (UKHSA)… Continue reading UK weather: Travel disruption expected as ice and snow grip UK

The UK has introduced a new combined vaccine offering protection against chickenpox for young children through the NHS for the very first time. This vaccine, known as MMRV, builds on the existing MMR immunisation given at 12 and 18 months of age, which safeguards against measles, mumps, and rubella. Children up to six years old… Continue reading Chickenpox vaccines for children on NHS starts across UK