Category: UK News

Political reporter Sam Francis and chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman reported on French President Emmanuel Macron’s statements regarding the collaboration between the UK and France to halt small boat crossings. Macron expressed the dedication of both countries to address the issue, emphasizing the need for a joint effort and European support for an effective and… Continue reading France and UK to stop small boats together, says Macron

Legal action is being pursued regarding a controversial bonfire in south Belfast, with concerns surrounding environmental legislation and human rights. The bonfire, situated near a major electricity substation between the Donegall Road and the Westlink, poses a threat to the power supply for Belfast City Hospital and the Royal Victoria Hospital. Multiple agencies, including the… Continue reading Bonfire: Pre-action legal proceedings after fears of hospital power cuts

Tragic circumstances unfolded when a newborn baby passed away after her mother was reportedly left unattended by midwives during birth. Liliwen Iris Thomas tragically died on October 10, 2022, just 20 hours after being born at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff. The inquest revealed that there was a failure in providing proper care… Continue reading Baby Liliwen Thomas died after unattended mum gave birth in coma

Goldman Sachs has welcomed former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as a senior advisor, following his resignation from office in July 2024. In his new role, Sunak will provide part-time guidance to the bank’s clients, drawing upon his expertise in global politics and the economy. Despite taking on this advisory position, Sunak continues to serve as… Continue reading Rishi Sunak takes job at Goldman Sachs

In the wake of the Southport murders that occurred on 29 July 2024, the public inquiry investigating the tragic events has been described as one of the most heinous crimes in the history of the country. The inquiry seeks to delve into the actions of Axel Rudakubana, whose troubling behavior led to the devastating attack… Continue reading Southport attack 'one of the most egregious crimes' inquiry hears

On their way to the training session at Arena St Gallen before their upcoming match against France, Wales’ Euro 2025 team bus was involved in an accident. The Football Association of Wales (FAW) confirmed that all players and staff on the bus were unharmed, with an ambulance present to attend to the driver of the… Continue reading Euro 2025: Wales team bus involved in accident on way to training

The repercussions of the Post Office scandal have left a former sub-postmistress grappling with the harsh reality that she too could have become one of the tragic statistics. The official inquiry recently released a report highlighting how postmasters were wrongly accused of theft and false accounting, resulting in devastating consequences. Among them, the inquiry suggests… Continue reading Former sub-postmistresses react to Post Office inquiry report

In a recent court ruling at the Old Bailey, three individuals have been convicted for their involvement in an arson attack on a London warehouse associated with Ukraine on behalf of the Russian mercenary group Wagner. The culprits, identified as Jakeem Rose, Ugnius Asmena, and Nii Mensah, were found guilty of aggravated arson with intent… Continue reading Three men found guilty of Wagner Group-linked arson attack in London

In a tragic incident in Portrush, a man has been sentenced to a minimum of eight years for the manslaughter of his friend, 46-year-old Paul Rowlands. The 42-year-old culprit, Jason Murray, admitted to unlawfully killing Rowlands in the Bath Terrace area back in July 2022. After the attack, Murray callously declared himself a “hitman” at… Continue reading Portrush: Jason Murray sentenced for manslaughter of Paul Rowlands

Kevin Peachey, Cost of living correspondent Government projections show that the cost of the state pension triple lock will be three times higher by the end of the decade compared to the original estimate. The triple lock, implemented in 2011, ensures that the state pension increases annually in line with the highest figure from inflation,… Continue reading UK's pension triple lock to cost three times' higher