Category: UK News

Hundreds without power and travel disruption as Storm Amy hits Wales

Wales was hit by strong 85mph winds from Storm Amy over the weekend, leaving hundreds of homes without power. The severe gusts led to widespread disruption, with ferries, trains, and bridges being canceled or closed. A ferry sailing from Dublin to Holyhead had to circle offshore for hours due to the inability to berth safely.… Continue reading Hundreds without power and travel disruption as Storm Amy hits Wales

Widespread damage as Storm Amy 'hit harder' than expected

Overnight, Storm Amy ravaged through Scotland, leaving widespread damage and over 60,000 homes without power. Network Rail reported more than 170 incidents, with high winds causing fallen trees, flooding, and debris blocking railway lines. The storm hit much harder and quicker than expected, forcing the closure of all train lines out of Glasgow and routes… Continue reading Widespread damage as Storm Amy 'hit harder' than expected

Oasis guitarist Bonehead pulls out tour after cancer diagnosis

Paul ‘Bonehead’ Arthurs, the guitarist and co-founder of Oasis, has announced that he will not be able to participate in the band’s upcoming tour due to a recent diagnosis of prostate cancer. This news comes as a blow to fans as he will miss out on gigs in major cities such as Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne,… Continue reading Oasis guitarist Bonehead pulls out tour after cancer diagnosis

Storm Amy: 22,000 homes in Northern Ireland still without electricity

Storm Amy swept through Northern Ireland, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake and leaving thousands of properties without power. The storm caused extensive damage to the electricity network, resulting in about 22,000 properties still without power on Saturday morning. At the peak of the storm, approximately 65,000 customers were affected, but by Friday… Continue reading Storm Amy: 22,000 homes in Northern Ireland still without electricity

Mone-linked firm PPE Medpro says chase our partners for the money

A spokesperson for PPE Medpro revealed that a company linked to Baroness Mone and her husband, Doug Barrowman, transferred the majority of the funds it received from the government for personal protective equipment (PPE) to other firms. Notably, on Wednesday, a judge mandated PPE Medpro to reimburse £122m since the gowns supplied did not meet… Continue reading Mone-linked firm PPE Medpro says chase our partners for the money

'We tackled fires for decades – now we want our pension'

Retired retained firefighters have long been the backbone of emergency response in rural areas, from Market Harborough to Leicestershire. The dedication of individuals like Roger Dunton, who served for 28 years, cannot be overstated. These heroes put their lives on hold, running from family gatherings and celebrations, to answer the call of duty. Despite their… Continue reading 'We tackled fires for decades – now we want our pension'

Performative male contest London: Best crowned after Soho Square event

Aiman Kaiden, a 22-year-old musician, participated in a contest in London’s Soho Square as he competed among two dozen other individuals to be crowned the best “performative male” in the city. With a tote bag full of feminist literature and sanitary pads in his pockets, Aiman displayed his readiness to empathize and support women in… Continue reading Performative male contest London: Best crowned after Soho Square event

Storm Amy hits parts of UK with heavy rain and strong winds

A powerful storm named Amy has hit the UK, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to various regions. The Met Office has issued an amber wind warning for parts of northern and western Scotland, where there are concerns about power cuts and flying debris posing a threat to life. Additionally, a yellow wind warning has… Continue reading Storm Amy hits parts of UK with heavy rain and strong winds