Category: UK News

Disruption plagues London’s Underground system, Overground services, and Elizabeth line due to a power failure. The Bakerloo and Waterloo & City lines are currently not operating, while the Jubilee line has no trains running between London Bridge and Finchley Road. Additionally, the Elizabeth line is experiencing disruptions between Abbey Wood and Paddington. The power failure… Continue reading London Underground: Power failure knocks out Tubes, Overground and Elizabeth line

A tragic incident occurred at Loddon Valley Police Station, near Reading, in 2020, resulting in the death of William Cameron, 38, who was taken into custody. Following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), a former nurse named Sean Cregg, 35, who worked with Thames Valley Police, has been charged with manslaughter.… Continue reading Nurse working for Thames Valley Police charged over custody death

Scotland’s deputy first minister, Kate Forbes, has expressed grave concerns over the potential impact of the UK government’s plans to tighten immigration rules on the country’s care system. She emphasized the need for Scotland to adopt a distinct approach from the rest of the UK. Care home bosses have also raised alarms, suggesting that these… Continue reading Care system will suffer under UK immigration plan – Kate Forbes

Former footballer Joe Thompson was laid to rest at a funeral where he was remembered as a “beacon of hope” by mourners who gathered to pay their respects. The service took place at St Marks Church in Worsley, Greater Manchester, and was attended by hundreds of people, including family, fans, and former players. Thompson, who… Continue reading Joe Thompson's funeral hears he was 'beacon of hope'

Political reporter Paul Seddon reported that Sir Keir Starmer has revealed Labour’s plans to reduce immigration levels in the UK. The prime minister described the white paper as an effort to create a system that is “controlled, selective, and fair.” The key measures outlined in the proposal included changes to work visas, residency requirements, and… Continue reading Labour's immigration plans at a glance

A young man has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a biker in Birmingham. Abdirahman Ibrahim, 21, was convicted for intentionally ramming his car into Liam Jones, 22, who was riding his e-motorbike in Sheldon. The incident occurred on 1 August 2023, resulting in Mr. Jones crashing into a bollard and… Continue reading Birmingham driver jailed for life for using car 'as a weapon'

A remarkable achievement was made by a former Royal Marine who successfully conquered Mount Everest after completing an extraordinary triathlon covering more than 8,000 miles. Mitch Hutchcraft, a 31-year-old from Ramsey in Cambridgeshire, began his epic journey by swimming across the English Channel on 15 September. The arduous 240-day challenge culminated with his triumphant ascent… Continue reading Ex-marine climbs Everest after 'record-breaking' triathlon

Green Party MPs Adrian Ramsay and Ellie Chowns have announced their joint bid for the party’s co-leadership. Ramsay, the current co-leader alongside Carla Denyer, is seeking re-election with Chowns. Denyer decided not to run for re-election, opening the door for new leadership within the party. Zack Polanski, the party’s deputy leader, also joined the race… Continue reading Green Party leadership contest: Adrian Ramsay and Ellie Chowns launch joint bidd

The devastating incident involving two missing teenage boys in Buncrana, County Donegal, has left the community in mourning. The RNLI officer, Joe Joyce, shared the heart-wrenching experience of witnessing families watching helplessly as the search for the boys unfolded. Emmanuel Familola, 16, originally from Nigeria, and Matt Sibanda, 18, from Zimbabwe tragically lost their lives… Continue reading Donegal: 'Heartbreaking' to watch Buncrana tragedy unfold

Charged: 78-year-old man implicated in Glasgow woman’s death In a tragic turn of events in Glasgow on Saturday, a 78-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death of Margaret McGowan, a 71-year-old woman. McGowan was found seriously injured at a residence in Newfield Square in Nitshill, where the unfortunate incident took place. Authorities… Continue reading Man, 78, charged over death of woman at house in Glasgow