Category: UK News

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has signaled that she is “minded to intervene” in the proposed £1.6 billion acquisition of ITV’s media and entertainment division by Sky. Nandy expressed concerns that the deal could potentially impact the diversity of voices in the UK’s news media and affect free expression. Her comments came as part of a… Continue reading Nandy 'minded to intervene' in Sky's £1.6bn takeover of ITV entertainment arm

The Prince Charles Cinema in Leicester Square has averted closure by securing a 25-year lease, putting an end to a prolonged period of uncertainty. The cinema had been at risk due to complications involving its landlord, Zedwell LSQ Ltd, which is owned by Criterion Capital. This new agreement offers long-term stability, ensuring that the popular… Continue reading Leicester Square's Prince Charles cinema saved from closure

At a recent bracelet-making workshop, Meghan revealed that her daughter, Princess Lilibet, has taken up a new pastime. When one child mentioned her interest in gymnastics, Meghan responded enthusiastically, saying, “Oh yeah. Our daughter is doing that too right now. She loves it.” During the event, Meghan also shared some thoughtful guidance with the young… Continue reading Meghan makes first official public appearance since moving back to UK

Several weeks ago, Cameron Ross, a former police officer, was sentenced to 10 years in prison after being convicted of raping two women and sexually abusing a third on the Isle of Lewis. In a separate case, Campbell Petrie, a former police sergeant, was found guilty in September of two counts of rape along with… Continue reading Police officer guilty of raping girl and woman in Shetland

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have made their way to Nottingham, where they were warmly welcomed by enthusiastic crowds during their first joint public appearance since returning to the UK. On Thursday, Harry and Meghan were seen arriving at the Community Recording Studio charity, marking the beginning of their visit to the East Midlands… Continue reading Watch: Harry and Meghan at first joint engagement since UK return

A tragic incident occurred at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster when a 24-year-old man, William Chapman, climbed over two fences to enter a tiger’s enclosure. Following the attack, Chapman died on the scene due to multiple traumatic injuries sustained from his interaction with the animal. This was revealed during the opening of his inquest at… Continue reading Man killed by tiger died from 'multiple traumatic injuries', inquest hears

Douglas Craigie has been identified as the fisherman whose body was recovered following the disappearance of a fishing boat off the Western Isles on Tuesday. Craigie was 49 years old. His two crewmates, Norman Murray, aged 40 and also known as Tam, and 23-year-old Murdo Morrison, remain missing. All three men hail from Lewis and… Continue reading Crew in Lewis fishing boat tragedy named by police

Jeffrey Donaldson, the former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), is scheduled to receive his sentence on Thursday following his conviction for multiple child sex offenses, including rape. In June, a court found him guilty of 18 counts of sexual abuse involving two female victims who were minors at the time of the offenses.… Continue reading Jeffrey Donaldson: Former DUP leader due to be sentenced for child sex abuse convictions

Over a decade ago, the West Midlands earned the unfortunate label of being the gun crime capital of England and Wales. The region was plagued by numerous high-profile shootings, with frequent gunfights erupting between rival gangs. At that time, data showed the West Midlands Police area had the highest rate of firearms offences per capita… Continue reading Fall in West Midlands gun crime down to policing and community efforts

A recent undercover investigation by ITV News, which gathered footage over the course of a year, has exposed a series of racist, violent, and sexist remarks made by some councillors and candidates from Reform UK. In response to the broadcast, Reform UK emphasized that “there is no room for racism” within their party. The footage… Continue reading Reform faces criticism after councillors filmed making racist comments