Category: UK News

Harbour Energy, the UK’s largest oil and gas producer, has announced plans to cut an additional 250 jobs in Aberdeen. The company cited regulatory hurdles and what it described as government measures that were detrimental to its operations as reasons for the job cuts. The UK government expressed sympathy for the affected workers, acknowledging the… Continue reading Oil and gas firm Harbour Energy plans to cut 250 jobs in Aberdeen

A setback has been faced by the government’s plans for clean energy with the decision of the Danish energy company Orsted to scrap a large windfarm project off the coast of East Yorkshire. The Hornsea 4 project, which had the potential to become one of the largest offshore wind farms globally with a capacity of… Continue reading Clean energy mission blow as Hornsea 4 windfarm cancelled

New figures reveal that the cost of accommodating asylum seekers will be significantly higher than previously estimated by the Home Office. Initially projected to be £4.5bn over a decade, contracts signed by the Conservative government in 2019 have now ballooned to a staggering £15.3bn, according to a report by the National Audit Office (NAO). The… Continue reading Asylum accommodation costs set to triple, says National Audit Office

A drug gang in Nottingham has been apprehended after a substantial amount of crystal meth, valued at over £7m, was intercepted by authorities in the UK and US. The mastermind behind the operation, Davante James, who also worked as a boxing coach, frequently showcased his opulent lifestyle and extravagant vacations on social media. Additionally, one… Continue reading Boxing coach Davante James jailed over 'largest meth seizure'

Gerry Adams is currently giving more evidence in his case against the BBC, claiming that the broadcasting corporation is attempting to downplay his reputation as part of their defense against his claim for damages. According to Mr. Adams, he believes he was defamed in a Spotlight program and accompanying online article, which wrongly stated that… Continue reading Gerry Adams accuses BBC of claiming he has 'no reputation' to libel

A recent report has uncovered alarming findings of widespread criminal behavior among staff at Wales’ largest hospital, University Hospital of Wales. The report, conducted by Cardiff and Vale health board, revealed a shocking culture of tolerance towards theft and illegal drug use within the surgical department. Disturbingly, the report highlighted that anaesthetic practitioners were frequently… Continue reading Cardiff hospital tolerated drugs and theft by staff – report

Following a cyber attack on Co-op, several stores in Scotland’s islands are facing shortages of fresh food supplies. Co-op, a major retailer in Skye, has been struggling to keep shelves stocked, as evidenced by images from its Portree supermarket showing empty shelves. The disruption occurred after Co-op revealed to the BBC that the cyber attack… Continue reading Co-op cyber attack leaves island shop shelves empty

BBC News reported that a major counter-terrorism investigation led to the arrest of eight men, including a 29-year-old Iranian man in Swindon. The Metropolitan Police emphasized the importance of not speculating about the arrest made in public. Wiltshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Wilkinson, cautioned against sharing unverified information, stating that it could hinder the… Continue reading Public urged not to speculate on Swindon terror arrest

A significant change is set to take place in the UK rail industry as the minimum age for train drivers has been lowered from 20 to 18 in an effort to address the ongoing driver shortages. The decision comes as a response to the increasing number of drivers retiring and the challenges companies face in… Continue reading Minimum age to be a train driver lowered to 18

The Labour Red Wall Group, which comprises approximately 45 Labour MPs representing traditional party strongholds in northern England and the Midlands, is urging the government to take immediate action to regain support from voters in these regions. Concerns have been raised about the recent decision to cut winter fuel payments for millions of pensioners and… Continue reading Act now to win back Red Wall voters, Labour MPs say