Category: UK News

In Liverpool, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) is deliberating on potential additional charges against Lucy Letby in connection with the deaths and non-fatal collapses of infants at hospitals where she was employed. The CPS received a comprehensive file of evidence from Cheshire Police detailing incidents at the Countess of Chester Hospital and Liverpool Women’s Hospital.… Continue reading Prosecutors considering new Lucy Letby charges

Investigations have revealed that a fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport, leading to the airport’s closure, could have been prevented if the issues had been addressed years ago. National Grid, the owner of the substation, had been aware of a fault at the site since 2018 but had not taken steps to rectify… Continue reading Heathrow shutdown caused by problem found seven years ago

Mariam Issimdar reported that there is a breakthrough in a decades-old cold case as a man named Ryland Headley, aged 92, was convicted of raping and murdering Louisa Dunne in 1967. The incident occurred when Headley broke into Dunne’s home in Bristol and carried out the brutal attack. Headley, a former railway worker, was sentenced… Continue reading Murderer Ryland Headley, 92, to be investigated over cold cases

In an effort to combat the ongoing issue of poor parking in Skye’s tourist hotspots, traffic wardens have significantly increased the number of fines issued, generating over £400,000 in penalties last year, as reported by Highland Council. A staggering total of 7,011 parking penalties were handed out in 2024, more than double the previous year’s… Continue reading Visitors 'significant' factor in rising Skye parking fines

Following a recent surge in arson attacks on 5G network masts, police have begun implementing “proactive patrolling” measures around these sites to enhance security. The majority of these attacks have been concentrated in west Belfast, with a reported total of 17 incidents since June 2023. Sinn Féin councillor Ronan McLaughlin has linked these attacks to… Continue reading Spike in arson attacks on 5G masts 'impacting thousands'

West Midlands Railway has announced the unveiling of a new train dedicated to Lioness player Jess Carter, just as England gears up for the Euro 2025 tournament. Named after the Warwick-born footballer who has represented England over 40 times, the train will serve as a symbol of pride and inspiration for aspiring athletes. A special… Continue reading Train named after Lioness Jess Carter ahead of Euro 2025

Ollie Tarvet, the British underdog, is capturing the attention of Wimbledon with his impressive performance. The 21-year-old prefers to be called Ollie, not Oliver, and he is making a name for himself as he competes in his first Grand Slam tournament, ranked 733 in the world. Despite facing defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the second… Continue reading Wimbledon 2025: Meet British qualifier Oliver Tarvet before he plays Carlos Alcaraz at the All England Club

Caroline Eshghi, a survivor of childhood abuse, has expressed her desire for a review of sentencing guidelines following her mother’s incarceration for abusing her over 50 years ago. Enduring years of torment at the hands of her mother, Melanie Burmingham, in various locations throughout Bristol, Somerset, and Wiltshire during the 1970s and 80s, Eshghi is… Continue reading Woman who was beaten by mum wants historical sentence review

The recent vote on welfare reform that took place on Tuesday was an extraordinary event, reminiscent of the chaotic parliamentary debates surrounding Brexit or the turbulent times experienced by Boris Johnson and Liz Truss. Despite having a mandate and a majority, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faced significant opposition from his own MPs, leading to… Continue reading Slow-motion humiliation for Starmer as he loses control of Commons

Banknotes from the Bank of England are set to undergo a major redesign, marking the first significant change in over half a century. Traditionally featuring notable historical figures like Sir Winston Churchill on the current £5 notes, the Bank is now seeking public input on new themes that could include nature, innovation, or key historical… Continue reading Bank of England to redesign banknotes – and wants your help