Category: UK News

Vanessa Clarke, serving as the Education correspondent, reports from the Royal Courts of Justice that a legal challenge is underway regarding the government’s decision to impose VAT on private school fees. Lord David Pannick KC argued in front of a packed court room that this policy goes against the fundamental right to education and is… Continue reading Legal action begins over private school VAT changes

Kate Whannel, a political reporter, has reported that the UK government is currently in discussions with Mauritius to reach an agreement regarding the future of the Chagos Islands. According to sources in Downing Street, the proposed deal would grant Mauritius sovereignty over the islands, while allowing the US and UK to maintain a military base… Continue reading UK finalising Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius, says No 10

A tragic incident in Rome has claimed the life of Scottish tourist Grant Paterson, who was staying at a holiday home that was destroyed in a suspected gas explosion. Paterson, a 54-year-old man from East Kilbride, had suffered burns on 75% of his body as a result of the explosion that occurred on 23 March.… Continue reading Scottish tourist Grant Paterson dies after Rome holiday explosion

BBC Wales News political reporter David Deans has reported on First Minister Eluned Morgan’s criticism of a UK cabinet minister and fellow Welsh Labour member for suggesting she supported the chancellor’s benefit cuts. This comes after Labour Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens claimed that Morgan had “welcomed” the reforms in a recent interview with BBC Wales.… Continue reading Benefits cuts: Welsh first minister criticises senior MP for saying she backed reforms

Following reports of a man carrying a firearm, police were forced to fatally shoot the individual at a railway station. Thames Valley Police, in collaboration with British Transport Police, arrived at Milton Keynes Central Station at 12:55 BST in response to the situation. After challenging the armed man, officers proceeded to fire shots at him,… Continue reading Armed police shoot man dead at Milton Keynes train station

Lucy Vladev reported on a disturbing incident at Cardiff Crown Court involving a man who viciously attacked a police officer. Richard Nodwell, 37, assaulted Gwent Police officer Nathan Attwell in Cwmbran, Torfaen, on 20 December 2024, inflicting severe injuries. PC Attwell suffered a fractured cheekbone and broken nose after being struck at least 12 times… Continue reading Cwmbran: Man jailed for violent attack on police officer

In west London, a tragic collision between a car and a bus has resulted in the death of three individuals. Metropolitan Police responded to the incident on Bedfont Road, Feltham, at 23:55 BST on Monday to find both vehicles engulfed in flames. The three occupants of the car were pronounced dead at the scene, while… Continue reading Three dead after bus and car catch fire in west London crash

A dry cleaner based in Wrexham has voiced concerns about the significant difference in energy costs between his business and those only 10 miles away. Mike Jones, owner of Borras Dry Cleaners, highlighted how small and medium-sized businesses in north Wales and Merseyside are expected to pay 13% more in electricity bills compared to London… Continue reading North Wales businesses face highest energy costs in the UK

The winners of the 15th annual Scottish Nature Photography Awards have been announced, showcasing the talent of photographers capturing the beauty of nature in Scotland. Nicki Gwynn-Jones, a resident of Orkney, took home the top prize with her stunning photograph titled Fulmar with Golden Raindrops. The image depicts a fulmar perched on a grassy ledge… Continue reading In pictures: Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2024

Political reporter Joshua Nevett has reported that the UK is potentially positioned to reverse the US trade tariffs that are anticipated to be announced on Wednesday. Trade secretary Jonathan Reynolds expressed the UK’s expectation of being impacted by the forthcoming import taxes imposed by President Donald Trump. Despite efforts to secure an initial UK exemption,… Continue reading UK has best chance to overturn tariffs, says Reynolds