Category: UK News

An elderly couple’s so-called ‘friend’ has been sentenced to jail for defrauding them of more than £900,000. Susan Bruland, a 57-year-old from Banbury, abused her position as the couple’s power of attorney to siphon off money from their bank accounts for her personal use. Following her guilty plea last month, Bruland was handed a five-year… Continue reading Banbury bookkeeper jailed for defrauding elderly couple

Shabana Mahmood has recently been appointed as the new home secretary by Sir Keir Starmer in a significant ministerial reshuffle following Angela Rayner’s resignation. Mahmood will be taking over from Yvette Cooper, who is set to transition to the role of foreign secretary. Additionally, David Lammy is moving from foreign secretary to assume the positions… Continue reading Shabana Mahmood made home secretary in major reshuffle

Nigel Farage has delivered a passionate address to members of Reform UK, urging them to be prepared for an early general election following the resignation of deputy prime minister Angela Rayner. He took the stage for his keynote conference speech ahead of schedule after Rayner’s announcement, emphasizing the need for readiness. Farage expressed his belief… Continue reading We must be ready for early election, Nigel Farage tells Reform UK

Actor John Alford, known for roles in London’s Burning and Grange Hill, has been found guilty of sexually assaulting two teenage girls. The 53-year-old actor, who appeared in court under his real name of John Shannon, was accused of sexual activity with a 14-year-old girl and assaulting a 15-year-old girl at a friend’s house in… Continue reading Actor John Alford guilty of sexually assaulting two girls

BBC Scotland News reporters, Philip Sim and Megan Bonar, highlighted the recent dismissal of Ian Murray as Scottish secretary in the UK government. This decision came as part of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s reshuffling of his team following the resignation of his deputy, Angela Rayner. Murray, Scottish Labour’s longest-serving MP, has been a key… Continue reading Ian Murray sacked as Scottish secretary in Starmer reshuffle

A woman has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her estranged husband, whom she had initially tried to pass off as having committed suicide. Amy Pugh, 34, carried out the attack on Kyle Pugh, 29, after an argument at their shared home in Newport, Shropshire in March 2022. Despite attempting to… Continue reading Amy Pugh jailed for murder of estranged husband in Newport attack

Angela Rayner, former deputy prime minister and housing secretary, has stepped down from her positions after a tax scandal involving her £800,000 flat in Hove. Rayner’s resignation also includes her role as deputy Labour leader, which is expected to prompt a new deputy leadership election within the party. This decision follows an investigation by the… Continue reading Angela Rayner resigns after underpaying tax on Hove flat

Bodycare, a struggling health and beauty chain in the UK, has announced that it will be closing 32 of its stores and laying off 450 employees after falling into administration. Known for offering affordable cosmetics and beauty products, the chain has 147 physical shops that have become unsustainable due to increasing rent costs. With a… Continue reading Beauty chain Bodycare to close 32 stories in administration

The recent passing of the Duchess of Kent at the age of 92 has left Buckingham Palace in deep sorrow. The announcement of her peaceful passing at Kensington Palace on Friday has led to flags being lowered to half-mast at royal residences, including Buckingham Palace. The duchess, named Katharine, was the eldest member of the… Continue reading The Duchess of Kent dies aged 92, Buckingham Palace announces

Portuguese police have confirmed that three British nationals were among the victims of the Lisbon funicular crash. The Glória funicular, a well-known tourist spot, derailed and collided with a building, resulting in the death of 16 individuals. Additionally, more than 20 people sustained injuries, with five of them in critical condition. Among the deceased, nationals… Continue reading Three British nationals among Lisbon crash dead, say Portuguese police