Category: UK News

Kellie Bright, who has portrayed Linda Carter on the long-running soap EastEnders for 13 years, is set to depart from the show. Her character, Linda, is well-known as a central figure in Albert Square, having arrived alongside her on-screen husband Mick, played by Danny Dyer, as the new landlords of the iconic Queen Vic pub.… Continue reading EastEnders' Kellie Bright to leave after 13 years

Street artist Banksy’s works have resulted in public spending nearing £150,000 for cleaning and security, with costs anticipated to increase. The most significant expense is tied to a mural that appeared on the Royal Courts of Justice in London in September 2025. Efforts to remove the artwork and maintain security around the Grade II-listed building… Continue reading Bristol artist Banksy's works cost taxpayers nearly £150k

The Clacton constituency is set to hold a by-election this Thursday following the resignation of Nigel Farage. This marks the sixth time in twelve years that residents have been asked to elect a Member of Parliament for the area. Farage stepped down amid scrutiny and an investigation into his financial affairs, which he has denied… Continue reading What do Clacton by-election voters want from their next MP?

According to Downing Street, the prime minister will soon introduce a variety of initiatives aimed at easing the financial burden on those affected by the rising cost of living. These upcoming measures are intended to provide individuals with some much-needed relief. Alongside this, the prime minister plans to prioritize revitalizing local high streets as he… Continue reading Burnham to set out cost-of-living measures as he tours UK

A UK-based Muslim faith charity, the Al-Khair Foundation, is currently under investigation by both counter-terrorism police and the Charity Commission amid allegations of links to the designated terrorist group Hamas. On Friday, the Charity Commission initiated a formal inquiry into the foundation’s activities. Concurrently, Counter Terror Policing London (CTP) confirmed that two search warrants had… Continue reading Charity watchdog investigates aid charity over alleged Hamas links

The family of Kaylan Hippsley, a 13-year-old boy fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver, has expressed profound devastation following news that the man responsible is set to be released early from prison. Kaylan was hit by a car driven by Harley Whiteman while walking with friends toward a youth centre. Before the collision, Whiteman had… Continue reading Family of Kaylan Hippsley devastated as killer Harley Whiteman to be freed early

An Irish government aircraft has been dispatched to the United Arab Emirates as part of an operation to extradite Daniel Kinahan, a suspected crime boss. Kinahan was detained in Dubai following an Irish court warrant issued in April, though he has resisted efforts to be extradited. Despite his legal challenges, which have so far been… Continue reading Daniel Kinahan: Irish government jet travels to UAE for extradition

A remarkable act of kindness has emerged from Yeovil, Somerset, where Giles Richards undertook an extraordinary physical challenge to support a stranger battling incurable cancer. Richards ran nearly 200 miles—specifically 192 miles (310 km)—to help fund a special trip for Kayleigh Ewan, who was recently diagnosed with metastatic cancer that has spread to her spine… Continue reading Man pays for stranger's dream trip to Australia

Nicola Sturgeon revealed to Dale that she only became aware of Murrell’s intention to enter a guilty plea a mere week before his initial public court appearance. Despite this, it was subsequently uncovered that he had been in plea negotiations for several months, a revelation that Sturgeon described as a shock that “hit me like… Continue reading Sturgeon hasn't spoken to Murrell since he was jailed for embezzling SNP funds

Passengers traveling through Birmingham Airport have encountered significant issues with missing luggage following problems with the airport’s baggage system. One traveler, Chapman, recounted seeing a “build up” of suitcases caused by malfunctions in the luggage belt system. Although airport staff assured her that the bags would be loaded onto the plane, upon arrival at Dalaman,… Continue reading Birmingham Airport baggage issues leave hundreds without luggage