Daniel Sexton reported from South East for BBC News that Gatwick Airport has once again claimed the title of the UK’s worst airport for flight delays. Data analysis of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) data revealed that departures from Gatwick in 2024 were, on average, more than 23 minutes behind schedule. Although this is an improvement… Continue reading Gatwick Airport worst in UK for flight delays for second year
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Home Secretary Yvette Cooper calls damage to statues 'disgraceful'
Several statues in Parliament Square, including one of women’s votes campaigner Dame Millicent Fawcett, were vandalized, prompting Home Secretary Yvette Cooper to label the act as “disgraceful.” Transgender activists gathered to protest a Supreme Court ruling that defined a woman based on biological sex for the Equality Act. Cooper expressed support for the Metropolitan Police’s… Continue reading Home Secretary Yvette Cooper calls damage to statues 'disgraceful'
Newspaper headlines: PM 'must break silence' on ruling and the 'spy who bugged me'
In recent news, the Supreme Court ruling regarding the definition of a woman continues to be a topic of discussion. The Daily Mail is calling for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to address the ruling, urging him to support it publicly and not dismantle it. The ruling has sparked debate and controversy among various groups.… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: PM 'must break silence' on ruling and the 'spy who bugged me'
Water safety plea from mum after son's reservoir death
In 2006, tragedy struck the Johnson family when 15-year-old Reuben drowned in Pontsticill Reservoir while celebrating the end of his GCSEs with friends. Maxine Johnson, Reuben’s mother, vividly recalls the harrowing experience of losing her son in the waters where cold water shock claimed his life three quarters of the way across the reservoir. The… Continue reading Water safety plea from mum after son's reservoir death
Enfield murder investigation launched after woman stabbed
A tragic incident has sparked a murder investigation in north London, as a 45-year-old woman was discovered with fatal stab wounds. The Met Police responded to a call at an address in Ayley Croft, Enfield, around 19:00 BST on Saturday after receiving reports of the attack. Despite efforts from the London Ambulance Service and London’s… Continue reading Enfield murder investigation launched after woman stabbed
Cardiff Central 'urgent' bridge repairs cause 'major' disruption
Rail services are currently facing significant challenges as “urgent repairs” are underway on a bridge near Cardiff Central station, resulting in major disruptions from Sunday into Monday. Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, and CrossCountry have all been impacted by the necessary repair work, leading to various journeys being either cancelled or suspended. To address… Continue reading Cardiff Central 'urgent' bridge repairs cause 'major' disruption
Lyrid meteor shower: How and when to see it in the UK sky
The Lyrid meteor shower is expected to reach its peak on Tuesday, providing viewers with a dazzling display of celestial beauty. This annual event, which occurs during mid to late April, will be active until April 25th this year, with the highest concentration of meteors expected on Tuesday. Meteor showers are caused when dust from… Continue reading Lyrid meteor shower: How and when to see it in the UK sky
Royal Mile unicorns have horns restored
Restoration of 19th Century Unicorn Sculptures in Edinburgh Recently, a pair of unicorn sculptures dating back to the 19th Century, located at the top of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, underwent a restoration process to have their horns reinstated. These sandstone sculptures are a prominent feature on the façade of the Scotch Whisky Experience, overlooking the Edinburgh… Continue reading Royal Mile unicorns have horns restored
Lisburn: Families 'feel unsafe' after group puts up flags
Residents in a newly developed mixed-use social housing area in Lisburn are feeling unsettled after a group of individuals put up flags on lampposts, causing some families to feel intimidated. The group, dressed in dark clothing and hoods, were spotted erecting Union flags on Altona Drive and Altona Gardens during a Saturday evening, sparking fear… Continue reading Lisburn: Families 'feel unsafe' after group puts up flags
Man missing from yacht in the sea prompts coastguard search
A man who went overboard from a yacht is still being searched for by crews. The vessel was on its way to Swansea from Brighton, with a stop in Falmouth, when the incident occurred. The Irish Coast Guard was alerted around 22:55 BST on Saturday, prompting the dispatch of a rescue helicopter from HM Coastguard… Continue reading Man missing from yacht in the sea prompts coastguard search