David Deans, a political reporter for BBC Wales News, along with Gareth Lewis, the political editor at BBC Wales News, covered the funeral of Senedd politician Hefin David. The service took place at St Catwg’s Church in Gelligaer, Caerphilly county, where Mr. David was remembered by senior figures from various political parties. He was honored… Continue reading Labour's Hefin David funeral sees hundreds of mourners gather
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Keir Starmer backs Angela Rayner amid row over Hove flat
Political reporter Becky Morton revealed that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has shown his support for his deputy, Angela Rayner, amidst criticism from the Conservative Party regarding the purchase of a flat in Hove. According to reports from The Daily Telegraph, Rayner allegedly avoided paying £40,000 in stamp duty when acquiring the £800,000 property in… Continue reading Keir Starmer backs Angela Rayner amid row over Hove flat
Police charge 47 over alleged support for Palestine Action
A total of 47 individuals have been charged with showing support for the banned group Palestine Action, following their arrests at a demonstration in London in July, as confirmed by the Metropolitan Police. This latest wave of charges brings the overall number of individuals facing allegations of supporting Palestine Action in the capital to 114.… Continue reading Police charge 47 over alleged support for Palestine Action
Anas Sarwar 'horrified' by claim MSP hid camera in Holyrood loo
BBC Scotland News reporter Angus Cochrane has detailed the shocking allegations surrounding former Scottish Labour MSP Colin Smyth. Anas Sarwar, the Scottish Labour leader, expressed deep distress over Smyth’s alleged actions, including the claim that he hid a secret camera in a Holyrood toilet. Smyth, 52, denies the criminal charge and has also been charged… Continue reading Anas Sarwar 'horrified' by claim MSP hid camera in Holyrood loo
Leader of Scotland's biggest trades union suspended
Scotland’s largest trade union is currently embroiled in a controversy following the suspension of Derek Thomson, who serves as the Scottish secretary of Unite. The reason for his suspension is due to internal investigations regarding allegations of inappropriate behavior towards women. While details of the allegations have not been publicly disclosed, it is reported that… Continue reading Leader of Scotland's biggest trades union suspended
Hotel's request to silence Machynlleth clock at night rejected
A proposal to stop the chimes of a town clock in Machynlleth overnight was recently denied, with councillors emphasizing that the chimes were a key element of the area’s unique “character.” The Wynnstay Hotel owners sought to silence the 150-year-old clock between midnight and 07:00 BST due to regular complaints received by the hotel. Despite… Continue reading Hotel's request to silence Machynlleth clock at night rejected
Musician with broken thumb busks his way into record books
uk/bbcdotcom/web/20250828-055926-c20c0c03f5-2.28.1-2/grey-placeholder.png” aria-label=”image unavailable”> Stormont rare brief to be sold as great author’s work 15 Jul 2025 Northern Ireland Read the full article from The BBC here: Read More
Four injured, one seriously, in staircase collapse in St Ives
In a tragic incident at Carthew Terrace, St Ives, Cornwall, a woman sustained potentially life-changing injuries when an external staircase collapsed at a block of flats, according to Devon and Cornwall Police. Three other individuals were also hospitalized with minor injuries following the Sunday evening incident. Helen Randall, the property owner, revealed that the staircase… Continue reading Four injured, one seriously, in staircase collapse in St Ives
UK house price growth slows amid property tax calls
House price growth in the UK has started to slow down, prompting calls for a reform of property taxes in the upcoming Autumn budget. According to data from lender Nationwide, the average price of a home in the UK saw a 2.1% increase in the year leading up to the end of August. This marks… Continue reading UK house price growth slows amid property tax calls
North Belfast: Politicians must moderate language on migration – Long
In light of recent racially motivated incidents in North Belfast, Justice Minister Naomi Long has emphasized the need for politicians and public figures to reconsider the language they use when discussing migration. On Thursday, several properties in the area were targeted in what police are treating as acts of criminal damage with racial motivations. Graffiti… Continue reading North Belfast: Politicians must moderate language on migration – Long