Political reporter Joshua Nevett revealed that the first schools in England to acquire solar panels under the government’s “Great British Energy” scheme ended up purchasing them from Chinese companies. Specifically, the initial 11 schools involved in the program sourced their solar panels from Aiko and Longi, two firms based in China. Despite the government’s claim… Continue reading 'Great British Energy solar panels' for schools were made in China
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Would shorter summer school holidays be better?
A change in the traditional school summer holiday length may offer benefits to both parents and pupils, with some schools considering shorter breaks and a longer October half term. The debate around this shift centers on the potential positive impacts on learning, alleviating childcare challenges for working parents, and the financial implications for families during… Continue reading Would shorter summer school holidays be better?
Pension Commission to look at why four-in-ten fail to save enough
The government has issued a warning that future retirees will face a financial setback if steps aren’t taken to increase retirement savings. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is resurrecting the Pensions Commission, established nearly two decades ago, to address this looming issue. According to the DWP, almost half of working-age adults do not… Continue reading Pension Commission to look at why four-in-ten fail to save enough
HS2 was doomed to be a mess, say insiders
ing work hours to limit noise – that nearly one-third of the railway’s route is now obscured from view. This also came at a cost. But the struggle to win over influential Tories who wanted reassurances that the landscape they cherished wouldn’t be damaged goes to the very heart of the HS2 saga. And as… Continue reading HS2 was doomed to be a mess, say insiders
Battle of Orgreave national inquiry confirmed by Yvette Cooper
Rachel Russell, David Spereall & James Vincent reporting for BBC News out of Yorkshire revealed that the government has confirmed a national inquiry regarding the violent clash that occurred during the year-long miners’ strike back in the 1980s. The showdown took place outside the Orgreave coking plant in Rotherham on June 18, 1984, and became… Continue reading Battle of Orgreave national inquiry confirmed by Yvette Cooper
Football fan travels from India to see Brigg Town play
In a display of dedication and love for the sport, Rohan Chowdhury, a football fan from Kolkata, India, traveled 5,000 miles to witness lower league team Brigg Town in action on Saturday. Despite the physical distance between him and the Lincolnshire club, Chowdhury became a devoted fan during the lockdown period, avidly following every game… Continue reading Football fan travels from India to see Brigg Town play
New water ombudsman will tackle leaks and incorrect bills
BBC Business reporter Lucy Hooker reported that the government has announced the establishment of a new ombudsman to address issues such as leaky pipes and incorrect bills that people have encountered with water companies. This move comes as part of a broader initiative to revamp the industry following public concerns over escalating bills and a… Continue reading New water ombudsman will tackle leaks and incorrect bills
NI weather: Flash floods in Enniskillen and amber rain warning
Enniskillen in County Fermanagh experienced flash flooding, with parts of Belmore Street and the main road to Dublin submerged in water. Helen Dolan Murphy described the force of the water as so strong that it lifted manholes out of the ground. The Met Office issued an amber warning for heavy rain in eastern parts of… Continue reading NI weather: Flash floods in Enniskillen and amber rain warning
Royal Welsh Show: Dust 'still needs to settle' on farming subsidy plans
The Royal Welsh show is the center of attention as the Welsh government unveils its Sustainable Farming Scheme, offering Welsh farmers a glimpse into their future subsidies. The scheme, which replaces EU-era payments, has sparked mixed responses as farmers and wildlife groups voice their opinions. While the scheme has been revised to address industry and… Continue reading Royal Welsh Show: Dust 'still needs to settle' on farming subsidy plans
Protesters gather in Epping as bottles and flares are thrown
A protest at a hotel used to house asylum seekers in Epping, Essex, turned violent as demonstrators threw bottles and smoke flares towards police vehicles. The gathering of more than 1,000 people was organized for 18:00 BST, leading to one arrest by Essex Police. This unrest stemmed from the recent arrest and charge of an… Continue reading Protesters gather in Epping as bottles and flares are thrown