Category: UK News

The BBC has issued an official apology to Donald Trump concerning the editing of a clip from his speech featured in a Panorama documentary. This statement, released a day before a deadline set by the former US president, expresses the broadcaster’s “sincere regret” over how the footage was handled. However, the BBC firmly rejects Trump’s… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'BBC apologises to Trump' and stricter 'Denmark-style' migrant laws

The educational support system for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England is reportedly approaching a point of severe dysfunction, according to leaders from local councils. The County Councils Network (CCN), which represents major local authorities, warns that deficits related to SEND provision will balloon to £4.4 billion annually by 2029 as… Continue reading Special needs support in England faces 'total collapse', councils warn

As artificial intelligence advances, it is reshaping the landscape of online advertising in remarkable ways. Imagine you’re browsing social media one evening, and suddenly, the ads you see are customized to an uncanny degree. The colors, music, and even the language of the advertisements seem tailored specifically to your personality and tastes. This degree of… Continue reading Will AI mean better adverts or 'creepy slop'?

Kobi Crolla is a young child who, despite being less than 18 months old, has spent the vast majority of his life hospitalized due to severe brain injuries. Throughout this difficult journey, he has experienced numerous seizures and undergone 17 surgical procedures. His parents, Kirsty Grandison and Daniel Crolla, have sacrificed their careers in order… Continue reading The TikTok mum helping others from her son's bedside in an Edinburgh hospital

Authorities are currently investigating an incident involving a man who participated in a Remembrance Sunday event in Llandudno, Conwy county, while dressed as a senior naval officer. The individual took part in the wreath-laying ceremony and saluted the war memorial alongside another person. However, doubts arose among serving and former military personnel about the authenticity… Continue reading Suspected fake officer at Llandudno Remembrance event investigated

A recent review of local authority leaders’ pay in Scotland has led to significant salary increases for the chief executives of the country’s four smallest councils. According to information obtained by BBC News, these council heads in Orkney, Shetland, the Western Isles, and Clackmannanshire are set to receive raises of up to 24%, exceeding £30,000… Continue reading Bosses of Scotland's smallest councils to get huge pay rises

Starting from 1 May, no-fault evictions will be prohibited in England, marking a significant shift in rental laws. The government has confirmed this date as part of a broader package of reforms aimed at improving renters’ protections. These changes include replacing fixed-term tenancy agreements with rolling contracts, which will continue on a periodic basis rather… Continue reading Renters’ Rights Act: No-fault evictions banned from May 2026

Aberdeen Football Club will soon introduce alcohol sales at Pittodrie Stadium for the first time in decades during a Scottish Premiership match scheduled for 14 December against Kilmarnock. Supporters in the lower concourse of the Richard Donald Stand will have the opportunity to purchase alcoholic beverages prior to kickoff. However, drinking will not be allowed… Continue reading Aberdeen to trial alcohol sales at Scottish Premiership match

The BBC has issued an apology to former US President Donald Trump following controversy over the way a Panorama episode edited portions of his speech. The broadcaster acknowledged that the montage unintentionally suggested Trump had made an explicit call for violence. Despite the apology, the BBC declined Trump’s request for financial compensation and will not… Continue reading BBC apologises to Trump over Panorama edit but refuses to pay compensation

A recent survey has revealed that nearly two-thirds of women serving full-time in the UK’s armed forces experienced sexualised behaviour over the past year. These incidents ranged from inappropriate remarks about appearance to harassment, leering, and even groping. The survey indicated that women were twice as likely as men to face such conduct within the… Continue reading Two-thirds of military women experienced sexual harassment, survey says