Category: UK News

Recent data from Scotland reveals a significant reduction in flu cases over the Christmas period. According to Public Health Scotland (PHS), laboratory-confirmed influenza cases dropped to 751 in the week ending 28 December, representing a 43% decline from the previous week’s total of 1,317. This marks the third consecutive week that the number of cases… Continue reading Flu cases in Scotland fall by nearly half over the Christmas holidays

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As the UK prepares to welcome the arrival of 2026, forecasters are cautioning residents about a significant cold snap affecting much of the country. The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice covering England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. These alerts will remain active from midnight until noon on 2 January,… Continue reading UK prepares for New Year celebrations as cold weather warnings issued

John Laird, chairman of Greenock Morton football club, has resigned from his position following a series of online threats and abusive messages directed at him and his family. Having been connected with the club for over 40 years, Laird revealed that what began as football-related criticism had unfortunately evolved into personal attacks. He expressed deep… Continue reading Greenock Morton chairman quits after online abuse to family

Queen Camilla has expressed her admiration for the bravery shown by BBC racing commentator John Hunt and his family following the tragic deaths of his wife, Carol, and their two daughters, Louise and Hannah. The killings were carried out by Louise’s former partner, an event that has deeply affected the family and the wider community.… Continue reading Queen: Hunt family bravery prompted me to share assault story

Rachel Reid, the author behind the popular novel *Heated Rivalry*, has shared that the widespread acclaim for the television adaptation of her work has unexpectedly led to her receiving expert medical assistance for Parkinson’s disease. Diagnosed in the summer of 2023, Reid’s diagnosis coincided closely with the initial talks about transforming her book series into… Continue reading Heated Rivalry author Rachel Reid says TV show's success led to help with her Parkinson's disease

Rail services faced significant disruption on New Year’s Eve following the theft of signalling cables in South Yorkshire. The incident occurred between Doncaster and Sheffield and was first reported by National Rail shortly before 05:30 GMT. Initially, the disruption was anticipated to last only until mid-morning, but it soon became clear that delays and cancellations… Continue reading New Year's Eve trains delayed after cable theft near Doncaster

A 20-year-old man was detained under the Mental Health Act following an attack with a crowbar at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside Police confirmed. The individual, originally from Afghanistan and residing locally, entered the hospital and assaulted six staff members and patients. The suspect was apprehended at the scene and initially charged on suspicion… Continue reading Newton hospital attack suspect detained under Mental Health Act

Approximately 350 employees at NI Water have initiated a one-day strike due to disagreements over pay arrangements and working conditions. The majority of those taking industrial action are administrative staff represented by the trade union Nipsa, who recently voted in favor of the strike following a ballot. Carmel Gates, general secretary of Nipsa, explained that… Continue reading NI Water: Some staff begin strike action over pay

Queen Camilla has publicly commended the bravery of BBC racing commentator John Hunt and his family after the tragic loss of his wife, Carol, and two daughters, Louise and Hannah, who were murdered by Louise’s ex-partner. During an emotionally charged conversation with John and his surviving daughter, Amy, the Queen revealed for the first time… Continue reading Queen praises Hunt family for their bravery after triple murders