Category: UK News

The Justice Secretary will now have the authority to veto any proposed changes to sentencing guidelines put forward by an independent public body, as announced by the Justice Department. Shabana Mahmood noted that this adjustment will address the “democratic deficit” by giving her the power to ensure that the Sentencing Council cannot issue new guidelines… Continue reading Justice secretary to get power to veto Sentencing Council guidance

y year from drug misuse – and many more from alcohol – it is hardly surprising that the wider population is affected, says Dr Emily Tweed, a public health consultant in Glasgow. “That trauma needs a community-wide response,” she said. “We need to engage health and social care professionals, schools and communities in reaching out… Continue reading Scotland's drug deaths expected to remain worst in Europe

As the new school year approaches, parents across Wales are feeling the financial strain of ensuring their children have all the necessary supplies for the upcoming academic term. Vicky Williams, a mother from Caerphilly, shares the anxiety she experiences as she anticipates the cost of uniforms and other essential items for her children in September.… Continue reading School costs a 'real struggle' for parents in Wales

The Met Office has indicated that there is a possibility of the aurora borealis being visible in various parts of the UK in the upcoming days. Due to heightened solar activity, the Northern Lights might be seen further south than usual, potentially even with the naked eye. However, the Met Office has advised that solar… Continue reading Northern Lights potentially visible across much of the UK

A wave of fear and concern has swept through the community near Ballymena, County Antrim, as six vehicles were deliberately set on fire outside a property housing Filipino workers. The landlord, Sam Carson, has expressed his worries about the safety of both himself and his tenants who work for a nearby business. The incident, which… Continue reading Ballymena: Landlord says 'lives in danger' after racially-motivated attack

Liverpool has completed the signing of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for a British record transfer fee of £125m, possibly rising to £130m with add-ons. The Swede expressed his desire to make history and win trophies at Anfield after signing a six-year contract. Liverpool’s summer spending has now reached approximately £416.2m without considering add-on fees.… Continue reading Alexander Isak transfer: Liverpool sign striker in £125m British record deal from Newcastle

A man has been detained after fatally injuring his girlfriend inside a car in east London. The tragic incident took place on April 6th last year when Kennedi Westcarr-Sabaroche, 25, was found dead in a Vauxhall car on Whiston Road, Hackney. She had been strangled by her boyfriend, Gogoa Lois Tape, 28, who later confessed… Continue reading Man who killed his girlfriend in car detained with hospital order

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A protester who kicked a police officer outside a hotel where asylum seekers were being housed has received a suspended jail sentence. Jimmy Hillard, a 52-year-old carpenter from Loughton, assaulted an emergency worker outside The Bell Hotel in Epping, Essex. This incident occurred shortly after a Court of Appeal ruling permitted migrants to continue residing… Continue reading Epping asylum hotel protester kicked police officer, court told

As autumn arrives, the weather is taking on a distinctly autumnal tone with blustery showers becoming more frequent. Following the confirmation by the Met Office that this past summer was the warmest on record, the week ahead is expected to bring unsettled conditions with low pressure systems bringing wet and windy weather to many areas.… Continue reading Is a UK heatwave in the weather forecast for September?