Category: UK News

Mark Savage, BBC’s Music Correspondent, introduces Self Esteem, also known as Rebecca Lucy Taylor, with a touch of irreverent humor at London’s Duke of York’s Theatre. Her music is a mix of dry wit, sincerity, and anger, challenging societal norms and expectations while acknowledging her own vulnerabilities. Three years ago, Taylor released her second album,… Continue reading Self Esteem on new album A Complicated Woman: There were moments I considered giving up

scrutiny and demonstrated the complexities of these debates. Some argue that these debates should be had, that they are essential to democracy and for the rights of all the involved parties to be properly protected. Others see the discussions as damaging, as corrosive, as taking rights from one group and giving them to another. Wherever… Continue reading The Supreme Court ruling gives clarity – now comes the hard part

as a dumping ground”, he said. “It’s like a postcode issue, you know, from one area to another, it’s a delivery service.” He was angry that while residents of other areas could go to the tip, or were not being affected in the same way by the strike, those in areas like his were faced… Continue reading How Birmingham bin strike exposes the divide between rich and poor

Carly Jones, an advocate for the rights of autistic women and girls, believes that disabled individuals deserve more recognition in the honours system to ensure a wider range of people receive awards, as part of the government’s efforts. In an interview with BBC News, Carly shared her personal experience of the need for a shift… Continue reading Honours system 'should not ignore disabled'

Saturday’s front pages across the UK newspapers bring a varied range of stories. The Guardian claims that misogyny and racism are infiltrating UK schools due to students imitating the behavior of figures like Donald Trump and Andrew Tate, as per a study by the NASUWT union. The Times features a report on government proposals to… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Schools misogyny 'surge' and 'cheers for beers'

To mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day), the government has confirmed that pubs in England and Wales will be able to extend their opening hours until 01:00 BST. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced that pubs and bars, which typically close at 23:00, will have the opportunity to serve customers… Continue reading VE Day: Pubs to stay open later to mark 80th anniversary

The potential implementation of a tourism tax in Wales has sparked controversy, with the UK’s largest holiday let provider, Sykes Holiday Cottages, warning that such a move could have negative consequences on the economy. The Welsh government is proposing a levy of £1.30 plus VAT per night for hotels, B&Bs, and self-catering accommodations, along with… Continue reading Wales tourism tax 'risky economic move', says holiday let provider

A tragic incident occurred at a ski resort in the French Alps where a 27-year-old British man lost his life after being buried by an avalanche, as reported by local officials. The man, who has not been publicly identified yet, was caught in the avalanche near the roadside at the Val Thorens resort, being carried… Continue reading British man, 27, killed by avalanche in French Alps

A former chief superintendent with Essex Police, Tom Simons, has been dismissed without notice and barred from joining any other police force after engaging in sexual behaviour without consent. The disciplinary hearing found that he abused his position for a sexual purpose with a colleague and also displayed sexualized behavior with two other colleagues. Additionally,… Continue reading Essex senior police officer sacked for sexual misconduct

Following a harrowing 5,000ft fall during a paragliding accident, Jonny Fox, a paragliding instructor from Brighton, found solace and healing through his newfound passion for landscape painting. Describing his artwork as a “love letter to being alive,” Jonny opened an exhibition titled Back Story at The Crypt Gallery in Seaford. This exhibition showcases his determination… Continue reading Music, painting and yoga: 'How I recovered from a 5,000ft fall'