Category: UK News

The government has proposed expanding the sugar tax, currently applied to fizzy drinks, to include milkshakes and other milk-based beverages. The potential change would eliminate the exemption for dairy-based drinks and non-dairy alternatives such as oats or rice. Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduced the idea of broadening the levy during her autumn budget announcement last year,… Continue reading Sugar tax: Government plans to extend levy to milkshakes

The UK government has announced a new policy that will deny asylum to individuals convicted of sexual offences. This decision is an extension of existing rules under the Refugee Convention, which already allow for the refusal of asylum to terrorists, war criminals, and other criminals with offenses carrying sentences of one year or more. Home… Continue reading Sex offenders to be denied asylum rights in new law

In a recent report, it was discovered that the number of deaths in Scottish prisons has increased significantly, with a 60% rise in the past year alone. The Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research (SCCJR) uncovered that 64 individuals passed away in jail in 2024, compared to 40 in the previous year. Over the… Continue reading Deaths in Scottish prisons among highest in Europe

An exceptional painting by L. S. Lowry, which was originally acquired for £10, is estimated to be sold at an auction for a staggering price ranging between £700,000 and £1 million. The painting, titled Going To The Mill, was purchased by Arthur Wallace in 1926, equivalent to about £780 in today’s currency. This acquisition is… Continue reading L. S. Lowry painting bought for £10 expected to fetch £1m

Kate Whannel, a political reporter, has reported that Home Office minister Jess Phillips is anticipating more local inquiries into grooming gangs beyond the five that have already been announced. Phillips stated that additional details about these local inquiries will be provided once an audit examining the extent and nature of the issue is released. The… Continue reading More than five local grooming inquires expected, says minister

Security measures need to be ramped up along the route of a popular pub crawl following a horrifying crossbow attack that left two women seriously injured, according to a local councillor. The incident took place on Otley Road in Headingley, Leeds, prompting police to respond to reports of a man carrying weapons. The victims, aged… Continue reading Otley Run security call after Headingley crossbow attack

The TaxPayers’ Alliance (TPA) revealed that over 300 quango bosses received higher salaries than the prime minister in the past year. Quangos, short for quasi autonomous non-governmental organisations, are taxpayer-funded entities that operate independently from the central government. These organizations encompass various bodies, including watchdogs and the prison service. Sir Keir Starmer recently abolished NHS… Continue reading Over 300 quango bosses paid more than the prime minister

Samir Shah’s strong emotions were evident, with the BBC chairman delivering a stern message about the need for change. “If you think you’re above the values of this organization, you are mistaken and we will uncover the truth,” he declared. His commitment to eradicating misconduct at the BBC was resolute. Despite Shah’s assertive stance, the… Continue reading BBC workplace review: Will bad behaviour now be called out?

During court proceedings, Constance Marten refuted claims that she carried her baby in a supermarket bag while evading authorities, expressing that she never placed her live baby in such a manner. Marten, along with Mark Gordon, faces charges of manslaughter by gross negligence and causing or allowing the death of a child, both of which… Continue reading Constance Marten denies carrying baby in shopping bag, retrial hears

Tragedy struck at the Bryn Gloch caravan and campsite in Betws Garmon near Caernarfon, as a one-year-old girl lost her life in a devastating accident involving a vehicle. The incident occurred on Monday morning, prompting emergency services to rush to the scene at 10:20 BST. Following the incident, the young child was swiftly airlifted to… Continue reading Betws Garmon: One-year-old girl dies after campsite crash