Category: UK News

Chris Clements, a social affairs correspondent for BBC Scotland, reports on the pressing need for increased consumer protection against fraudulent traders taking advantage of green energy initiatives in Scotland. As the country moves towards low or zero-emission heating systems over the next 20 years, there are growing concerns about vulnerable homeowners falling victim to scams.… Continue reading Homeowners warned over green energy scammers

A letter from over 300 Foreign Office staff expressing concerns about potential UK involvement in Israel’s actions in Gaza has sparked controversy. The staff, who criticized the UK’s arms sales and Israel’s disregard for international law, received a response from senior civil servants advising them to consider resigning if they profoundly disagree with government policy.… Continue reading Civil servants told to consider quitting if they disagree with policy over Gaza

Drones have become a prominent feature in various events, transitioning from rare occurrences to popular attractions at celebrations such as birthdays, weddings, and major sports events. The usage of drones in entertainment has grown significantly, with theme parks even incorporating drone shows into their nightly schedules. The Glastonbury music festival featured its first drone show… Continue reading Drone shows: Will they overtake firework displays?

A group of cross-party MPs in the UK has identified the statutory parental leave system as one of the worst in the developed world, highlighting fundamental flaws that entrench outdated gender stereotypes. The report published by the Women and Equalities Committee calls for bold action, emphasizing the need for significant investment to address these issues.… Continue reading Paternity leave in UK is outdated and unequal, say MPs

In England, teachers now have the option to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) for quicker grading and to compose correspondence to parents, according to new government directives. The training materials that are being circulated to schools, as reported exclusively by the BBC, suggest that teachers can employ technology to “assist with automating mundane tasks” and redirect… Continue reading Teachers can use AI to save time on marking, new guidance says

Former chair of the Environment Agency, Emma Howard Boyd, has raised concerns about the government’s failure to address the risks associated with spreading sewage sludge on farmers’ fields. Approximately 3.5 million tonnes of sludge, a byproduct of human sewage treatment, is used as fertiliser each year in England and Wales. Critics have warned about the… Continue reading Warning over 'dirty secret' of toxic chemicals on farmers fields

This week, the government is set to unveil its plans for the next four years regarding public services that are utilized by millions on a daily basis. The scope of this budget encompasses various sectors such as the National Health Service (NHS), educational institutions, public transportation, welfare benefits, defense expenditure, energy initiatives, and a wide… Continue reading People on £10,000 to £96,000 tell us what they want from the Spending Review

s being made on her treatment, and that she wasn’t being listened to. On 31 July, Alice was found unresponsive in her room. She was taken to King George Hospital, where she died two days later. Aninakwa was dismissed from his role while NELFT carried out internal investigations. “I just feel we need to have… Continue reading Alice Figueiredo: We quit our jobs, sold our home twice and spent 10 years fighting the NHS

The UK government has officially given the green light for the construction of the Sizewell C nuclear power plant, with an investment of £14.2bn. This significant decision was made before the Spending Review and is expected to have a major impact on the economy. The project is set to create 10,000 direct jobs, as well… Continue reading Sizewell C nuclear plant gets £14.2bn government investment

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has made a significant U-turn regarding winter fuel payments, reinstating the payment for over three-quarters of pensioners. The Sun is demanding an apology from Reeves, deeming her initial decision to cut the payment as “fuelish”. Many are calling the move humiliating, including the Metro, as Reeves will only save £450m instead of… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'It was fuelish' and '£14bn for nuclear'