Category: UK News

Education Editor Branwen Jeffreys and Erica Witherington reported on the story of college student Sam, who faced a tragic loss during the pandemic. Sam was living with his mother when lockdown started, as his parents were separated. Unexpectedly, his father passed away, leaving Sam feeling that something crucial had been taken from him. This narrative… Continue reading Covid-19: Children and teenagers share impact of pandemic in new report

The education minister and the Education Authority (EA) have been approached by a teaching union regarding the availability of school places for children with special education needs (SEN). Dr. Graham Gault, representing the National Association of Head Teachers Northern Ireland, has urged for urgent discussions to prevent a repeat of the recent rush for places.… Continue reading SEN: School places 'scramble' cannot be repeated, says union

The appointment of Lord Mandelson as UK ambassador to the United States has sparked controversy within the family of Virginia Giuffre, who was a victim of Jeffrey Epstein. In an interview with Laura Kuenssberg on Sunday, Giuffre’s brother, Sky Roberts, expressed strong disapproval of the decision, stating that it reveals the deep-rooted corruption within our… Continue reading Mandelson should never have been ambassador, says Epstein victim's family

Anna Lewis and Dan Moffat from BBC Wales have reported on the case of Leroy Douglas, a Cardiff man who has been in prison since 2005 after stealing a mobile phone. Leroy remains in custody due to an indeterminate sentence of Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP), despite being handed a minimum term of two-and-a-half years… Continue reading Cardiff man still in prison 20 years after stealing mobile phone

Former British world champion boxer Ricky Hatton has passed away at the age of 46. Known as ‘the Hitman’, Hatton achieved world titles in the light-welterweight and welterweight divisions and was adored by fans. His body was discovered at his residence in Manchester on Sunday morning. Greater Manchester Police stated that they received a call… Continue reading Ricky Hatton dies aged 46: Ex-world champion found dead at home

The passing of former boxer Ricky Hatton at the young age of 46 has left the boxing community in shock. Thomas McDonagh, who trained alongside Hatton since childhood, reminisced about their early days in Greater Manchester gyms, where Hatton’s talent shone through even at a young age. McDonagh described Hatton as an “unbelievable fighter” and… Continue reading 'Even as a kid, Hatton was knocking everyone out'

In Thornaby, Teesside, emergency services were summoned to Hartington Close following concerns about a two-year-old girl who later succumbed to her injuries in the hospital. Cleveland Police responded to the reports about the child at approximately 16:20 BST on Saturday. The tragic incident prompted authorities to initiate an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the young… Continue reading Pair arrested in Thornaby after death of two-year-old girl

In Sunderland, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has officially entered the competition for the Labour Party’s deputy leadership, calling for unity within the party to secure a second term and overcome the challenge posed by Reform. Phillipson emphasized the importance of coming together to offer a different vision for the country’s future, acknowledging mistakes made by… Continue reading Labour deputy leadership: Phillipson urges party to remain united

Dickie Mackness of Lower Swell in Gloucestershire has completed an incredible journey, walking a total of 3,714 miles around the UK over a period of two years. His trek took him along England’s south coast, through Wales, and spanning the length of Hadrian’s Wall. This monumental effort was undertaken to raise funds for The Evie… Continue reading Gloucestershire man completes 3,700 mile walk in teenager's memory

A call to “swiftly and publicly” suspend the University’s links with individuals associated with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has been made by the University and College Union (UCU) in Northern Ireland. They are urging Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) to suspend its connections with current chancellor Hillary Clinton and former chancellor George Mitchell as a… Continue reading Queen's University Belfast urged to suspend links with 'known associates' of Epstein