Category: UK News

Recent industry research highlights that net-zero-focused industries are a significant economic driver in Scotland, supporting over 105,000 jobs and contributing £10.2 billion to the economy. These industries encompass a broad range of roles, from constructing and maintaining infrastructure such as wind farms and hydropower facilities to installing solar panels and heat pumps in homes. The… Continue reading Green jobs contributing £10.2bn to Scotland's economy, says CBI

Police chiefs have warned that the criminal investigation into the Post Office Horizon IT scandal may face a delay of up to five years unless it receives millions of pounds in additional funding. Stephen Clayman, who leads the national police inquiry, emphasized that the current investigation team would need to nearly double in size to… Continue reading Post Office investigation could be delayed by five years, police warn

Ryan Pepper, a British citizen from Ashford, Kent, has been held in Dubai for over seven months without any clear explanation or meaningful legal access. According to the human rights organization Detained in Dubai, during his imprisonment in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Pepper has faced psychological abuse, threats, and physical violence. The group also… Continue reading British father tortured in Dubai detention – human rights group

For the second consecutive day, the UK has experienced record-breaking May temperatures, with London seeing highs surpassing 35C. At Kew Gardens in south-west London, a provisional temperature of 35.1C was recorded on Tuesday, exceeding Monday’s previous record of 34.8C at the same location. Similarly, Wales reported new May heat records when Cardiff’s Bute Park reached… Continue reading UK's hottest May day record broken for second day in a row

Western Europe is currently experiencing an intense heatwave, with very few areas escaping the soaring temperatures. In the UK, the mercury rose above 35°C on Tuesday, exceeding the previous May record by more than 2°C. The Met Office notes that such warmth is extraordinary, especially so early in the year, when spring typically brings milder… Continue reading Why temperature records are being not only broken but smashed

A tragic shooting outside a bar in Sheffield city centre has claimed the life of a woman who was an innocent bystander, police have confirmed. The 30-year-old victim sustained serious injuries near the One Four One bar on West Street at approximately 02:45 BST on Monday and later died in hospital. Authorities are treating the… Continue reading Woman shot outside Sheffield bar was 'innocent bystander', police say

A new bill set to be voted on by the Northern Ireland Assembly aims to outlaw hunting wild animals with dogs, a practice still permitted only in Northern Ireland within the UK. The legislation, introduced by Alliance Party MLA John Blair, has sparked strong reactions from both supporters and opponents of hunting in the region.… Continue reading Fox hunting: Supporters say bill to ban leaves dog owners at risk of prosecution

The Welsh government will not introduce a nationwide ban on mobile phones in schools, clarified First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth. Speaking at the Urdd Eisteddfod event held on Anglesey, ap Iorwerth emphasized that rather than imposing a blanket prohibition, his Plaid Cymru administration intends to “empower schools” to decide their own policies regarding smartphone use… Continue reading Wales won't ban mobile phones in schools, first minister says

Joanna Cherry, a former SNP Member of Parliament, has demanded an independent investigation into how Peter Murrell, the party’s ex-chief executive, managed to steal over £400,000. Cherry has heavily criticised Nicola Sturgeon, the former first minister and Murrell’s estranged wife, accusing her of displaying “a remarkable lack of curiosity” about financial irregularities within the party.… Continue reading Nicola Sturgeon showed 'lack of curiosity' over missing funds, Cherry says

BP has abruptly removed its chairman, Albert Manifold, amid serious concerns including allegations of “bullying” and an “overbearing” attitude, according to sources familiar with the matter. The oil company formally cited breaches in key governance standards, oversight, and conduct as reasons behind the immediate dismissal. Manifold’s tenure at BP was notably brief, having joined the… Continue reading 'Bullying' and 'overbearing' behaviour behind abrupt BP chairman removal