Category: UK News

By midday today, the United Kingdom will witness its fifth prime minister within just four years—a statement that encapsulates the current volatility of British politics more succinctly than any other. Since the summer of 2022, after Boris Johnson’s tenure was drawing to a close but he remained in office, the country has seen the leadership… Continue reading Burnham is fifth PM in four years – now he'll try to buck the trend

A significant number of parents could be eligible to receive an additional £27 each week if they complete the necessary paperwork soon after their baby’s birth. Child benefit is a government allowance meant to support families with the costs of raising children. Currently, it provides £27.05 per week for the first child, and £17.90 per… Continue reading Are you a parent missing out on £27 a week? Here's how to check

At the age of 32, Sofia experienced firsthand the emotional rollercoaster that can come with monitoring early pregnancy through wearable technology. After two miscarriages, both of which she noticed through changes in her Oura ring data, she finally carried a pregnancy to term and now has a five-month-old son. Early in her first pregnancy last… Continue reading My fitness tracker knew I was pregnant before I did

The Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) has announced plans to engage an independent external body to create a confidential channel for individuals to share any information related to Jeffrey Donaldson’s time within the party. This decision follows the revelation last month that Donaldson was convicted on 18 counts of sexual abuse, including one count of rape,… Continue reading Jeffrey Donaldson: Ulster Unionists to establish independent process for sharing information

Helen and Lee Draper from Pontypool, Torfaen, have experienced a heartbreaking loss after their daughter Meg, an 18-year-old university student, passed away from meningitis B (MenB) just five weeks into her studies at the University of Bournemouth. Their tragic experience has given new weight to recent changes in vaccine recommendations. Official guidance now advises that… Continue reading MenB vaccine rollout will save others, say Torfaen parents of teen who died

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service confirmed their presence at the location following an emergency incident. According to a spokesperson from the North East Ambulance Service (NEAS), their team responded to a call at 13:02 concerning an injured individual at the Port of Tyne in South Shields. The emergency response involved the deployment… Continue reading Man injured in South Shields dockside crane 'collapse'

Firefighters are currently tackling a significant blaze on Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh. The fire started near Salisbury Crags around 18:40 on Sunday, producing a large column of white smoke that was visible from as far away as Fife. Emergency response teams deployed five fire engines to the scene, where crews have been actively working to… Continue reading Fire crews battling huge blaze on Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh

Andy Burnham is set to deliver his first address as prime minister outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, where he will pledge to provide the public with “more breathing room.” In his speech, Burnham is anticipated to acknowledge the UK’s rapid succession of prime ministers, emphasizing the need for greater political stability and responsibility. He… Continue reading Andy Burnham to promise 'more breathing room' as he takes over as PM

Lenders to Thames Water are reportedly preparing to mount a legal challenge if the incoming Burnham administration decides to nationalise the UK’s largest water company. Andy Burnham, who is set to become Prime Minister on Monday, has previously advocated for increased public ownership of both the water and energy sectors, explicitly calling for Thames Water’s… Continue reading Thames Water lenders preparing legal challenge to potential nationalisation

Firefighters have managed to encircle a significant wildfire in the Cairngorms after several days of intense efforts to control the blaze. The fire originated near Ryvoan Bothy, south of Nethy Bridge, and prompted the evacuation of local residents while a force of more than 100 firefighters worked to extinguish it. On Sunday, police began escorting… Continue reading Fire crews 'surround' large-scale Cairngorms wildfire