Category: UK News

A former police officer has highlighted the long-lasting impact of attending tragic incidents, emphasizing that many officers carry experiences with them indefinitely. Linzi McLaren, who served in the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) for 18 years, shared insights as recent statistics reveal that over 60% of officers in Northern Ireland who took extended sick… Continue reading PSNI: Mental health leave on the rise among officers

Several newspapers are highlighting stories related to benefits for children and the elderly. The Observer reports on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s plan to eliminate the two-child benefit cap, claiming that the Treasury has been instructed to find the £3.5 billion needed to remove the benefit limit on families. According to the paper, this move… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Child benefit cap 'to be lifted' and fires 'twist'

Holly, a 15-year-old student from Pentyrch, Cardiff, made the decision to be home-schooled due to the “baffling” school toilet restrictions she faced. She expressed feeling embarrassed and anxious as she was frequently denied permission to use the toilets during class or found them locked off. Holly, who has autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and… Continue reading Toilet rules create anxiety over periods, say school pupils

Marianne Barry, a 29-year-old woman from Cardiff, is grappling with a difficult decision. She wants to start a family, but she also wants to prioritize her mental health. Marianne suffers from pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), a condition that can cause debilitating symptoms such as severe anxiety and suicidal thoughts. PMDD affects a significant portion of… Continue reading 'My PMDD makes me scared to get pregnant'

Ballymoney paid tribute to the iconic Motorcycling legend Joey Dunlop in a special event that took place in County Antrim. The Joey 25 celebration commemorated the 26-time Isle of Man TT winner, who tragically lost his life in an accident during a race in Estonia in July 2000. The event witnessed the gathering of famed… Continue reading Joey Dunlop to be honoured in Ballymoney event

When Liverpool FC win a major trophy, one of the longest roads in the city is transformed. Queens Drive, which stretches 10 miles (16.1km) from Sefton Park in the city’s south to Walton in the north, traditionally hosts large parts of any open-top bus parades for Anfield’s conquering heroes. On Monday, Reds lucky enough to… Continue reading The 'magic' of living along Liverpool FC's parade route

The long-awaited animal welfare reforms have finally been introduced, mandating zoos to provide more enclosure space for their animals. The Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) announced that these new standards, the first of their kind in over ten years, will revolutionize British zoo practices. Elephants, in particular, will benefit from larger habitats,… Continue reading Zoo animals to get more space in 'long overdue' welfare reforms

Portsmouth’s iconic Spinnaker Tower was recently illuminated in memory of a teenager who tragically took his own life after being lured into a disturbing online community that promoted suicide. Vlad Nikolin-Caisley’s father, Graham Caisley, shared with the BBC that they chose to light up the tower because it was a place Vlad had visited during… Continue reading Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower lit up in memory of suicide victim

A tragic incident occurred during the Jim Clark Rally near Duns in The Scottish Borders, resulting in the death of a co-driver. Emergency services responded to the crash that took place around 10:50, where a 39-year-old man lost his life. The driver, a 27-year-old individual, sustained serious injuries and was taken to the Royal Infirmary… Continue reading Co-driver killed in crash at Jim Clark Rally in Scottish Borders

Reporting from Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Liverpool, Ed Sheeran thrilled the crowd with a surprise performance. The talented singer graced the New Music Stage on Saturday afternoon, sharing that he was drawn to the stage because of its unique energy and the fact that he had never performed there before. However, there was some… Continue reading Ed Sheeran thrills with surprise set at Radio 1's Big Weekend