Category: UK News

Elaine Mitchell, a south west Reporter with BBC News NI, covered a public meeting in Fermanagh where politicians expressed their support for a campaign group’s proposals to restore services at the South West Acute Hospital (Swah). The Enniskillen hospital had temporarily suspended emergency general surgery in 2022, leading patients from Fermanagh to have to travel… Continue reading Swah: 'Lives will be lost' unless services are restored at hospital

In a groundbreaking move, a lynx born in a zoo in Cornwall is being considered for release into the wild, potentially becoming the first UK zoo-born cat to achieve this feat. Typically, animals born and raised in zoos are not considered for release due to either lacking survival skills or becoming too accustomed to human… Continue reading Lynx could be first UK zoo-born cat freed into the wild

In the past week, a massive power cut left Spain and Portugal in the dark, marking a major disruption in the region. Meanwhile, Donald Trump marked his first 100 days in office, and Liverpool FC emerged victorious in the Premier League. These events have grabbed headlines, but what else has been happening around the globe… Continue reading BBC News weekly quiz: Which famous couple spent their wedding anniversary here?

The blockbuster film Conclave of 2024, which won an Oscar, depicts a papal election with no clear front-runners. The movie gave audiences a rare look into the Vatican and the secretive process of selecting a Roman Catholic Church leader. On May 7th, 134 cardinals will gather to choose a successor to Pope Francis within the… Continue reading Conclave: How the film sheds light on the secretive way popes are chosen

From Ncuti Gatwa to Queen Elizabeth II, a range of British icons are showcased in an innovative immersive exhibition highlighting the collection of the National Portrait Gallery (NPG). This exhibition marks the first time a national art collection has been utilized in such a way, combining digital portraits with animated graphics and voiceovers to bring… Continue reading Charles Darwin to Ncuti Gatwa: Famous faces come to life in art show

ther by land or by boat. Some migrants also reported being flown straight into Nouakchott. From there, they’re given choices – they can travel by road or take the maritime route across the Atlantic. TikTok/Fadi Gujjar Survivors – who paid the smugglers online via mobile payment apps – said very few of their number had… Continue reading Tracking a smuggler behind tragic Atlantic migrant voyage

Michael Buchanan, a social affairs correspondent, has reported on campaigners questioning Health Secretary Wes Streeting’s dedication to maternity safety after the Department of Health reduced funding levels. Initially, nearly £100m was allocated annually to enhance maternity safety following the release of an interim report detailing substandard care at the Shrewsbury and Telford NHS trust. However,… Continue reading Streeting accused of 'betrayal' over maternity funding plan

The proposed pilot to extend Sunday trading hours for larger shops in Belfast has garnered mixed reactions from locals and tourists alike. Alliance councillor Michael Long believes that allowing shops to open from 10:00 on Sundays could rejuvenate the city, which currently sees a lack of activity in the morning. The Belfast City Council recently… Continue reading Sunday trading pilot will 'revitalise' Belfast city centre, councillor says

After years of congestion, a £60m upgrade to a key road in south-west Wales has finally brought some relief, according to haulage company director Scott Davies. The improvements on the A40 near Narberth, Pembrokeshire, were aimed at easing traffic flow and enhancing road safety. Construction on the road had commenced four years ago, but the… Continue reading A40 £60m upgrade welcomed but more new roads needed, haulier says

In a humanitarian effort, two Palestinian girls with urgent health conditions have been brought to the UK for specialized medical treatment, marking the first such case since the eruption of conflict between Hamas and Israel in October 2023. Ghena, aged five, and Rama, aged 12, were transported to the UK from Egypt over the weekend… Continue reading Two Gazan girls first to arrive in UK for medical treatment