Category: UK News

Political Editor Chris Mason describes the aftermath of a Spending Review as akin to peeling back the layers of an onion. Following the chancellor’s speech in the Commons filled with political rhetoric and numbers, there are comprehensive documents to sift through. These documents, like the 128-page blue-covered tome, are filled with words, numbers, and graphs,… Continue reading Chris Mason: Spending Review a gamble on patience in an era of impatience

In West Midlands, a public meeting saw around 150 attendees urging Unite and Birmingham City Council to come to a resolution regarding the strike by bin workers that has been ongoing for 13 weeks. The dispute originally stemmed from a disagreement over pay, and the union has indicated that the strike may extend until December… Continue reading Bordesley public meeting calls for end to Birmingham bin strike

The official announcements for the first heat-health alerts in 2025 have been made along with warnings of thunderstorms that could bring lightning, strong winds, hail, and heavy downpours. Some regions are anticipated to receive an excess of rainfall equivalent to half a month’s worth in just a few hours, leading to possible flash flooding from… Continue reading UK weather: Thunderstorm warning issued amid first heat-health alert of 2025

Thursday morning’s headlines are dominated by reactions to the chancellor’s Spending Review. The Daily Express warns readers to prepare for tax increases following Rachel Reeves’ decision to allocate an additional £29bn annually to the NHS. Critics are quick to label these plans as “fantasy spending.” The Guardian reports that the NHS and defence are the… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Spending Review 'renewing Britain' or 'reckless splurge'

Rachel Reeves presented the spending review in the Commons on Wednesday, announcing additional funding for Wales. However, experts have warned that some public services may face cuts as a result. Despite the budget expected to increase over the next three years, tough decisions are on the horizon. The Welsh government primarily relies on grants from… Continue reading Spending review could mean cuts in Wales – experts

Presenting the champions of the fifth season of Race Across the World, mother and son duo Caroline and Tom Bridge have emerged victorious in the exhilarating competition. They completed the grueling journey covering a distance of approximately 8,700 miles, spanning from the Great Wall of China to Kanniyakumari, the southernmost point of India. Reflecting on… Continue reading Race Across The World winners cross the finish line in final leg

Ballymena, County Antrim, was engulfed in violence following a peaceful protest, resulting in 32 injured police officers and widespread fear among targeted families, many of whom are newcomers to Northern Ireland. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) condemned the “racist thuggery” and highlighted the role of social media in fueling a “mob mentality” that… Continue reading How a peaceful protest in Ballymena descended into hate-filled violence

Tarah Welsh, a Housing Correspondent, recently shared the harrowing story of Danielle and her three children, who have been forced to move four times in the last nine months due to becoming homeless after receiving a section 21 “no fault” eviction order from their landlord. The local council has been able to provide temporary housing… Continue reading Welcome for housing pledge – but is it too late for some?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled the government’s Spending Review, detailing the day-to-day budgets for departments for the next three years. The NHS will see a 3% increase in funding each year, along with additional funding for defense and housing. However, other departments will face budget cuts, such as a 1.7% reduction at the Home Office,… Continue reading Spending Review: How much did schools, transport and the NHS get?

Political reporter Sam Francis and political correspondent Jack Fenwick reported the government’s new plan to phase out the use of hotels to house asylum seekers by 2029. Chancellor Rachel Reeves stated that this move would save £1bn annually. The announcement was made during the Spending Review where £200m was pledged to address the asylum backlog,… Continue reading UK will end use of asylum hotels by 2029, Reeves says