Category: UK News

A tragic accident on the A9 at Slochd has claimed the lives of a Norfolk couple, Teresa Dyer, 45, and Gareth Watts, 43. The incident involved a white Ford Fiesta car and a white Vauxhall Vivaro van and occurred at approximately 07:10 on Monday, September 15, between Inverness and Aviemore. Sadly, both Dyer and Watts… Continue reading Couple who died in A9 car and van crash at Slochd named

In an effort to promote a healthier city, Cardiff council has approved a new policy that prohibits junk food advertisements on council property. This measure, aimed at sustainability and the promotion of healthy food and drink options, also extends to banning advertisements for petrol and diesel vehicles, pay-day loans, tobacco, and vapes. Additionally, strict controls… Continue reading Cardiff council bans junk food adverts from council property

England secured their place in the Women’s Rugby World Cup final with a hard-fought victory over France. Ellie Kildunne made a remarkable return to the team, scoring two crucial tries to help her side to a 35-17 win. Kildunne’s impressive performance was vital in overcoming a determined French side, ensuring England’s seventh consecutive appearance in… Continue reading England 35-17 France: Red Roses reach World Cup final

In Birmingham, thousands of individuals gathered to show their support for the striking bin workers, with members of Unite continuing their industrial action that has been ongoing for over six months. Despite the disappointment expressed by a Birmingham City Council spokesperson over the lack of resolution in the dispute, waste collections are being carried out… Continue reading Thousands rally in Birmingham to support striking bin workers

Joanna Page, known for her role in Gavin and Stacey, has come forward with allegations of being “groped” by a TV host, despite being warned about his behavior. The actress revealed that a female producer had cautioned her that he could be “very handsy” and likely to make unwelcome advances. These revelations were made by… Continue reading Gavin and Stacey's Joanna Page says she was groped by TV host

A tragic incident occurred in West Sussex where a 33-year-old man fell to his death from a hot air balloon operated by Virgin. Emergency services responded to reports of the man falling from the balloon at Newpound Common in Wisborough Green, near Billingshurst, around 09:20 BST on Friday. The man, hailing from Hertfordshire, was discovered… Continue reading Virgin confirms man fell from its hot air balloon in West Sussex

On a bright and sunny September day, more than 1,000 individuals successfully navigated the English Channel in small boats. This significant crossing came on the same day when the government confirmed the deportation of two men as part of their strategy to return migrants to France. The ministers are optimistic that their “one-in-one-out” approach will… Continue reading More than 1,000 people cross the English Channel in one day

An elderly man tragically passed away after a collision involving three vehicles took place in Ballymena, County Antrim. The victim, 80-year-old Robert Russell Bamber, also known as Roy, resided in the Ballymena area. The incident occurred at the intersection of Moorfields Road and Tully Road on September 10th at approximately 19:05 BST. Involved in the… Continue reading Ballymena: Elderly man, 80, dies following three-vehicle crash

Labour MSP Monica Lennon has expressed concerns over the workplace culture in the Scottish Parliament, noting that it has “deteriorated” in recent years. She highlighted that some MSPs have “lost the ability to actively listen to one another” during parliamentary proceedings. These comments come in light of the resignation of Scottish government minister Jamie Hepburn,… Continue reading MSP Monica Lennon says Holyrood conduct has 'deteriorated'

A midwife who was born at the same hospital where she now works alongside a colleague who cared for her as a baby is breaking the boundaries of a typical work environment. Leah Hobson, who was born in Dr Gray’s in Elgin in 2004, has now found herself working alongside the community midwife, Carol Bennett,… Continue reading Baby with no name and midwife reunited 21 years on as colleagues