Category: UK News

Sri Lankan Authorities Arrest British Woman for Alleged Drug Offences A British woman, Charlotte May Lee, was recently detained in Sri Lanka after authorities discovered 101lbs (46kg) of the synthetic drug Kush in her luggage. Custom officers proudly displayed the bags of drugs they believed Lee, a 21-year-old former flight attendant from south London, was… Continue reading British woman accused of smuggling drugs into Sri Lanka in suitcase

A recent operation conducted by the Home Office has resulted in the arrest of thirty-three individuals, part of a focused effort described as a “Northern Ireland people-smuggler crackdown”. The operation targeted ports and airports in Northern Ireland, as well as locations in north-west England and Wales over the course of three days. Of the arrests… Continue reading Dozens arrested in Northern Ireland people-smuggling operation

In a tragic turn of events, two teenagers have recently confessed to the brutal murder of 14-year-old Kelyan Bokassa who was fatally stabbed on a bus in South-East London. The incident took place in Woolwich on the 7th of January, sending shockwaves through the community. The two perpetrators, both 16 years old, made their guilty… Continue reading Teens plead guilty to murder of boy, 14, on bus in Woolwich

A fire that caused the evacuation of pregnant women and babies from a maternity hospital in Bristol was traced back to solar panels on the roof, according to firefighters. The incident occurred at St Michael’s Hospital in Bristol, with emergency services arriving just before 16:30 BST on Thursday. The blaze resulted in flames and thick… Continue reading Bristol: St Michael's Hospital fire 'started in solar panels'

During the inquest hearing for Jay Slater, previously unseen videos were shared that shed light on his final hours. The 19-year-old had sent Snapchat videos to friends before he tragically passed away. Slater was discovered dead after reportedly falling into a ravine following his disappearance in Playa de las Americas in Tenerife on June 17,… Continue reading Jay Slater: Snapchat footage reveals teenager's final hours in Tenerife

A 34-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to charges of causing the death of six-month-old Sophia Kelemen in a tragic accident that occurred in a multi-storey car park. Flaviu Naghi denied two charges, including causing Sophia’s death by dangerous driving and causing death by careless driving while unfit through drugs. Baby Sophia, from the Leigh… Continue reading Tenby crash: Man denies killing six-month-old girl

A man was taken into custody for bringing a crossbow into a large hospital in Glasgow, which prompted a swift response from authorities. The incident occurred at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in the early morning hours when security staff intervened, leading to the involvement of armed police officers. Thankfully, the situation did not escalate… Continue reading Man with crossbow arrested at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital

Recent data reveals a decrease in the number of asylum-seekers being accommodated in hotels. As of March this year, the figure stood at just over 32,000, compared to slightly over 38,000 in December of the previous year. Despite this decline, there has been a 9% rise since last summer, indicating a fluctuating trend in asylum-seeker… Continue reading Putting up asylum seekers in Hull's Royal Hotel still divides the city

In a turn of events, a council leader has managed to thwart a second attempt to remove her from her position within the span of two years. Arooj Shah, the leader of a minority administration on Oldham Council representing Labour, was able to secure her position with the help of an independent group that outnumbered… Continue reading Oldham Council leader survives second attempt to oust her

Kneecap, an Irish language hip-hop group, put on a show in central London despite one of their members, Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, facing a terror charge. The band surprised fans with a performance at the 100 Club in Oxford Street, where Ó hAnnaidh, known as Mo Chara, was spotted on Thursday evening. The member was… Continue reading Kneecap holds gig after member charged with terror offence