The artist selected to craft a statue of Queen Elizabeth II for her national memorial expresses his desire to capture the “grandeur and dignity” of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch. Martin Jennings, known for his portrayals of King Charles III and the Queen Mother, feels honored to have been chosen for this task. He emphasizes the late… Continue reading Queen Elizabeth statue will show 'grandeur and dignity,' sculptor says
Category: UK News
Will the US tech bromance turn around the UK economy?
In a unique and significant display of the aftermath of Donald Trump’s state visit, the old Camden Town Hall in London witnessed a blend of British and American influences. A meticulously crafted video showcasing the rich history of UK science, featuring notable figures such as George Stephenson, Charles Babbage, Ada Lovelace, Alan Turing, and Sir… Continue reading Will the US tech bromance turn around the UK economy?
Council contractor threatened after removing flags in Stenhousemuir
A local council contractor faced a confrontational situation while attempting to remove Saltire flags from lampposts in Stenhousemuir. The contractor, who chose to remain anonymous, recounted how he had taken down several flags when he was approached by a group of individuals. He revealed that he had received an email warning him to stay away… Continue reading Council contractor threatened after removing flags in Stenhousemuir
Families chucking £90 of food per month in the bin, charity says
A recent study has revealed that families in Wales are wasting approximately £90 worth of food every month, contributing to a quarter of the incorrect items found in black bags. The recycling charity, Wrap Cymru, uncovered that a shocking 80% of this discarded food could still be consumed. Despite Wales’ recycling rate being ranked second… Continue reading Families chucking £90 of food per month in the bin, charity says
Lib Dems call for police desks in supermarkets and libraries
Paul Seddon, a political reporter, covers the Liberal Democrats’ push for police forces throughout England and Wales to establish counters in various public venues, such as supermarkets, shopping centers, and libraries. The party believes that introducing these counters would not only increase public trust in law enforcement but also facilitate the reporting of crimes and… Continue reading Lib Dems call for police desks in supermarkets and libraries
Man dies after falling from hot air balloon in Billingshurst
In a tragic incident in West Sussex, a man lost his life after falling from a hot air balloon. The emergency services responded to reports of the incident at Newpound Common in Wisborough Green near Billingshurst around 09:20 BST on Friday. Despite the efforts of the authorities, the man’s body was discovered in a field… Continue reading Man dies after falling from hot air balloon in Billingshurst
Wolverhampton murder hunt after shooting victims found in car
A shooting incident in Wolverhampton has left one man dead and another critically injured, sparking a manhunt for the perpetrator. The two victims were found in a car on Leicester Street in Whitmore Reans, with the incident taking place at around 03:10 BST. The man in his 20s succumbed to his injuries at the scene,… Continue reading Wolverhampton murder hunt after shooting victims found in car
Britishness and free speech – why we travelled 200 miles to Robinson's London rally
Throughout the streets of Ystalyfera, the heavy drizzle creating a quiet, peaceful atmosphere is a stark contrast to the chaos that unfolded in central London last weekend. An unexpected turnout of between 110,000 and 150,000 individuals gathered to protest at Tommy Robinson’s Unite the Kingdom rally, despite his controversial background and incendiary rhetoric. Research conducted… Continue reading Britishness and free speech – why we travelled 200 miles to Robinson's London rally
HGV driver 'distracted by porn' killed dad-of-two in Lancashire
Neil Platt, a HGV driver from Bootle in Merseyside, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for causing the death of Daniel Aitchison, a father-of-two, in a tragic accident on the M58 motorway. The court heard that Platt was “heavily distracted” by pornography on his phone, specifically images of naked women on the social… Continue reading HGV driver 'distracted by porn' killed dad-of-two in Lancashire
Take That Circus Tour: Megafans speak to BBC ahead of performance
Next summer, Take That will be hitting the road once again with their Circus Live tour, which will include two special hometown dates in Manchester. The band, comprised of Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, and Howard Donald, recently made the exciting announcement during a performance at the iconic BBC’s Broadcasting House in the heart of London… Continue reading Take That Circus Tour: Megafans speak to BBC ahead of performance