Steelworkers from south Wales travelled to Westminster on Tuesday to lobby MPs against the proposed job cuts by Tata Steel. The company plans to cut 2,800 jobs from its UK workforce and potentially shut down both blast furnaces in Port Talbot. Workers are hoping to see at least one blast furnace remain operational until the… Continue reading Tata steelworkers lobby MPs on thousands of job losses
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Norwich deaths: Four people found at house in named
Police have released the names of four members of the same family who were found dead in their home in Costessey, near Norwich. The deceased were identified as Bartlomiej Kuczynski, 45, Kanticha Sukpengpanao, 36, Jasmin Kuczynska, 12, and Natasha Kuczynska, nine. Post-mortem examinations confirmed that Mr Kuczynski and Ms Sukpengpanao died from stab wounds to… Continue reading Norwich deaths: Four people found at house in named
Jason Leitch denies giving Humza Yousaf Covid rule 'workaround'
During the UK Covid Inquiry, it was revealed that Scotland’s national clinical director, Prof Jason Leitch, advised then Health Secretary Humza Yousaf to stay exempt from mask rules by keeping a drink in his hands at a social event in late 2021. The inquiry showed a WhatsApp exchange between the two. Prof Leitch claimed nobody… Continue reading Jason Leitch denies giving Humza Yousaf Covid rule 'workaround'
Nottingham attacks: Court accepts triple killer’s guilty plea
Valdo Calocane has pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility for stabbing three people in Nottingham, killing two students and a school caretaker in June 2021. He had previously denied murder before admitting to manslaughter in November. Calocane also admitted attempting to murder three pedestrians he hit with a van, which he… Continue reading Nottingham attacks: Court accepts triple killer’s guilty plea
Rwanda asylum scheme: Peers vote against approving Rwanda treaty
In an unprecedented move, the House of Lords has called for the UK-Rwanda treaty to be delayed until Rwanda can improve its asylum procedures. The non-binding motion passed by 214 votes to 171, urging the UK government not to ratify the treaty signed in December last year. The treaty, separate from the Rwanda Safety Bill,… Continue reading Rwanda asylum scheme: Peers vote against approving Rwanda treaty
Major Manchester route shut after 'serious incident'
Police in Manchester have closed the A34 Kingsway due to a “serious incident” that occurred on the road between Parrs Wood Lane and Queensway at around 4:30 a.m. GMT. The road will likely remain closed for “several hours” to allow officers to investigate, according to a statement from Greater Manchester Police. The closure has caused… Continue reading Major Manchester route shut after 'serious incident'
We're sending Houthis clearest possible message – Cameron
The recent attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea have led to the US and UK carrying out a second joint military operation in Yemen, as Lord Cameron has stated that military action has sent a clear message. The Houthi attacks have caused increased tensions in the region and posed a threat to not… Continue reading We're sending Houthis clearest possible message – Cameron
Government borrowing lower than expected in December
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed that Government borrowing was significantly lower than expected in December due to a sharp decline in interest payments. Borrowing amounted to £7.8bn last month, marking a significant difference to the £14bn that many economists had expected. Interest payments on government debt dropped to £4bn in December, a… Continue reading Government borrowing lower than expected in December
Bailiff referrals rise by 20% over council debts
An investigation conducted by the BBC has shown that referrals to bailiffs regarding unpaid council debts in England and Wales have increased by nearly 20%. Out of the 280 councils that replied to the Freedom of Information request from the BBC’s File on 4 programme, Birmingham saw the highest rise of 500% in referrals between… Continue reading Bailiff referrals rise by 20% over council debts
UK weather: Storm Jocelyn to bring strong winds and heavy rain in wake of Isha
Storm Jocelyn is set to hit the United Kingdom just a day after Storm Isha caused two fatalities and left thousands of homes powerless. The latest storm is expected to bring heavy rains and strong winds, with weather warnings being issued for parts of England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales. Electricity providers such as NIE… Continue reading UK weather: Storm Jocelyn to bring strong winds and heavy rain in wake of Isha