Category: UK News

A historical box tomb believed to have been constructed in the 1700s has crumbled in a church graveyard, unveiling a substantial underground crypt. Situated at All Saints Church in Martock, Somerset, a 12ft (3.6m) gap emerged on Saturday afternoon, just before the commemoration services of Remembrance Sunday took place indoors. Rev Paul Fillery suggested that… Continue reading Somerset church tomb collapse exposes 1700s stone crypt

A small group of dedicated volunteers in Lincolnshire is working on a project to restore a Lancaster bomber known as Just Jane. Out of the 7,377 Lancaster bombers built during and after World War Two, only two are believed to still be flying, and Just Jane is one of just 17 remaining in existence. The… Continue reading Will third Lancaster bomber Just Jane return to the skies?

The handling of allegations regarding “systemic bias” by the BBC’s leadership is being regarded with utmost seriousness, according to the culture secretary. Lisa Nandy made these remarks on the BBC’s Sunday program with Laura Kuenssberg following reports that a Panorama documentary had distorted a speech made by US President Donald Trump. An internal memo leaked… Continue reading BBC bosses treating 'systemic bias' allegations seriously, Nandy says

On Remembrance Sunday, people all over the UK paid their respects to the fallen servicemen and women from past conflicts, led by King Charles. At 11:00 GMT, a national two-minute silence was observed at the Cenotaph, mirrored by similar ceremonies taking place at war memorials throughout the country. The moment of silence was marked by… Continue reading King Charles leads Remembrance Sunday service silence at Cenotaph

HMRC is re-evaluating the suspension of child benefit payments for approximately 23,500 claimants after utilizing travel data to determine that they had permanently left the country. Typically, the benefit ends after eight weeks of residing outside the UK, but numerous affected individuals raised concerns that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) had stopped their payments following… Continue reading Child benefit: HMRC to review thousands of suspended payments

ntal health and is passionate about subjects like forensic psychology. Jo said: “Holly excels in subjects she is taught in a calm relaxed environment with added support.” She would rather see support – specifically someone to act as a mentor to guide her through the school day, with sessions for checking in with teachers to… Continue reading Neurodivergent children 'fall through cracks' at Wales' schools

The Secretary of Culture has issued an apology for a breach of rules after failing to disclose donations she received from the man she selected to lead England’s new soccer regulator. Recently, the commissioner for public appointments released a report stating that David Kogan had made two separate donations of £1,450 to Lisa Nandy during… Continue reading Lisa Nandy apologises for breaking rules on football regulator appointment

Remembrance Sunday was commemorated with various events taking place throughout Northern Ireland. In Belfast, the ceremony commenced with a two-minute silence at 11:00 GMT, where Belfast Lord Mayor Tracy Kelly laid a wreath in honor of the citizens of Belfast. Notably, Michelle O’Neill participated in the event for the second consecutive year and placed a… Continue reading Remembrance Sunday marked across Northern Ireland

Sir Richard Knighton, the new leader of the UK military, announced that UK military personnel and equipment are being dispatched to Belgium to assist in strengthening its defenses following drone incursions suspected to be carried out by Russia. The request for help came from his Belgian counterpart earlier in the week, and resources are en… Continue reading UK military to help protect Belgium after drone incursions

An act of heroism unfolded as an 11-year-old boy, Olly, saved his two-year-old sister from a dangerous firework, earning him the title of “superhero” in the eyes of his mother. During a Bonfire Night display in Pontypool, Torfaen, Olly took quick action by pushing his sister Daisy out of harm’s way as the firework veered… Continue reading Boy burned saving sister from firework at Pontypool display