Category: UK News

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

The UK government has faced pushback from various opposition parties regarding the recently agreed-upon trade deal with India, with concerns that it could potentially disadvantage British workers. Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds has firmly stated that there is no scenario in which he would tolerate British workers being undercut as a result of the trade agreement.… Continue reading Government defends National Insurance exemption in UK-India deal

A murder investigation on a cruise ship has resulted in the release of a man on bail. The incident took place aboard the MSC Virtuosa shortly after it departed Southampton, resulting in the death of a 60-year-old man from West Sussex. The disturbance occurred about two-and-a-half hours after the ship set sail on Saturday evening,… Continue reading MSC Virtuosa cruise ship murder suspect released on bail

The business secretary’s briefing commenced swiftly, with Jonathan Reynolds portraying it as a noteworthy example of the government’s efforts to enhance living standards. It is evident that ministers are keen to emphasize this agreement with Delhi, particularly in light of the political pressures they are facing domestically. A group of Labour MPs known as the… Continue reading Chris Mason: Can Delhi deal mask Labour's problems at home?

The process of electing a new Pope is currently underway in Rome, marking the second conclave in a row without a cardinal from Scotland. Following the resignation of Cardinal Keith O’Brien due to sexual misconduct allegations, experts believe that Scotland is still viewed unfavorably by The Vatican. Cardinal O’Brien, who played a significant role in… Continue reading Scotland's cardinal scandal casts a long shadow as conclave begins

A recent study conducted for Stormont’s Department of Finance suggests that the increase in employer’s National Insurance (NI) may lead to businesses resorting to off-the-books cash payments to staff. This rise, which took effect in April, requires employers to pay NI at 15% on salaries above £5,000, up from the previous rate of 13.8% on… Continue reading National insurance rise: Worries that NI businesses may pay staff in cash

A new bill set to be introduced in Parliament on Wednesday threatens criminals in England and Wales who refuse to attend their sentencing with an additional two years in prison. Victims’ families advocate for this change, insisting that offenders should not have the option to avoid facing the consequences of their actions. The loved ones… Continue reading Criminals who skip sentencing could face two more years in jail

Political correspondent Helen Catt reported today that the government is set to announce a new law that will criminalize climbing on Winston Churchill’s statue in Parliament Square. Offenders who desecrate the monument to Britain’s wartime leader could potentially face up to three months in prison and a £1,000 fine. Although the Churchill statue is not… Continue reading New VE Day law to stop Churchill statue sacrilege

Bobby Sands’ Statue Unveiled in Belfast Sparks Planning Controversy A statue honoring IRA hunger striker Bobby Sands was recently unveiled in an Irish republican memorial garden in West Belfast, marking 44 years since his death. The Belfast City Council is now investigating the installation, as it was erected without proper planning permission. Sinn Féin representatives,… Continue reading Bobby Sands statue investigated by Belfast council planners

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has said his party could offer “real change” to Wales, claiming that the current political system has “failed the people”. Farage, who is also a former leader of the UK Independence Party (UKIP), has been critical of both the Labour and Conservative parties, accusing them of not listening to the… Continue reading Senedd election 'could be seismic for Welsh politics', expert says