Farmers in the driest regions of the UK are currently experiencing a challenging growing season due to the ongoing heatwave. This has led to some of the worst harvests on record, significantly impacting crop and vegetable yields. Broccoli growers, in particular, are struggling with diminished water supply and dry soil, resulting in yield reductions of… Continue reading Herefordshire farmer sees broccoli harvest hit by heatwave and lack of water
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'Game of chess' to keep gangsters apart in jail as attacks rise
BBC Scotland’s home affairs correspondent, David Cowan, reported on the challenges facing Scottish prison staff due to the increased violence among inmates with ties to serious organised crime groups (SOCGs). The jailing of numerous Scottish gangsters has resulted in a surge in attacks, prompting more inmates to be held in segregation than ever before. This… Continue reading 'Game of chess' to keep gangsters apart in jail as attacks rise
Cwmbran boy, 8, left 'covered' in dog poo at football practice
A football club in Wales is taking a stand against dog fouling following an incident where a young player was left “covered” in dog waste during a practice session. The coach of Croesyceiliog Athletic FC in Cwmbran, Torfaen, expressed his concern over the prevalence of dog waste in parks and sports pitches, prompting the club… Continue reading Cwmbran boy, 8, left 'covered' in dog poo at football practice
Polari Prize organisers cancel book prize over trans controversy
Entertainment writer John Boyne, the acclaimed author of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, was recently longlisted for the Polari Prize for his newest novel Earth. However, his nomination sparked controversy as some other authors on the list requested to be removed due to an article Boyne penned in support of JK Rowling’s views on… Continue reading Polari Prize organisers cancel book prize over trans controversy
Lolly's Law: Bournemouth mum wants to improve autism training
A mother is pushing for legislative change following the tragic death of her daughter who had autism. Lindsey Bridges, hailing from Bournemouth, is working towards implementing a new law aimed at providing additional training for healthcare professionals on autism in women. This initiative, known as Lolly’s Law, comes in response to the devastating loss of… Continue reading Lolly's Law: Bournemouth mum wants to improve autism training
Stadium ban for Liverpool man bailed in Semenyo racism probe
A Liverpool man, arrested for racially abusing Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo during the Premier League season opener, has been handed stringent bail conditions, including a ban from all football stadiums in the UK. The incident occurred during Bournemouth’s game against Liverpool at Anfield, prompting Semenyo to flag it to the referee, resulting in a brief… Continue reading Stadium ban for Liverpool man bailed in Semenyo racism probe
Manchester men jailed after smuggling £9m worth of cannabis into NI
Two individuals have been sentenced to jail time after being found guilty of smuggling cannabis valued at £9 million from Manchester into Northern Ireland by concealing it within wooden flooring. Yudong Ouyang, 32, and Gary Hon, 26, both Chinese nationals from Manchester, grew large amounts of cannabis and utilized Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) to transport… Continue reading Manchester men jailed after smuggling £9m worth of cannabis into NI
Fair Isle: UK's most remote inhabited island seeks new nurse
Fair Isle, the UK’s most remote inhabited island nestled between Orkney and Shetland, is in search of a new nurse to serve as its sole medical professional. The current nurse is set to depart later this month, prompting NHS Shetland to publicly advertise the unique opportunity to join the island community as an integral healthcare… Continue reading Fair Isle: UK's most remote inhabited island seeks new nurse
Will UK feel effects of Hurricane Erin?
As August Bank Holiday looms in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, there are concerns about the potential impact of Hurricane Erin bringing heavy rainfall to the UK in the coming days. Hurricane Erin, currently a powerful storm, is expected to bring significant rainfall to the eastern coast of the United States. While it is not… Continue reading Will UK feel effects of Hurricane Erin?
Campaigners say anti-asylum hotel protesters in Falkirk are 'extremists'
A protest against asylum seekers being housed in Falkirk’s former Cladhan Hotel saw hundreds gather outside the establishment on Saturday. The anti-racism group Save Our Future and Our Kids Futures criticized the presence of “extremists” at the event, with one protester making a Nazi salute and another displaying a banner advocating violent action. Distancing themselves… Continue reading Campaigners say anti-asylum hotel protesters in Falkirk are 'extremists'