Category: UK News

In a recent interview with the BBC, activist Esther Ghey expressed her frustration with the government’s handling of online safety, emphasizing the detrimental impact on young people’s lives. Ghey’s teenage daughter Brianna was tragically murdered in February 2023 by two peers, one of whom had been consuming violent online content. Brianna herself had been exposed… Continue reading Brianna Ghey's mother criticises government over online safety

The backlash against British-born artist Sarah A Boardman’s official portrait of President Donald Trump has taken a toll on her business. After Trump publicly criticized her work as the “worst” in a post on Truth Social, stating that it had been distorted due to her aging talent, Boardman expressed concern about her business’s future. Boardman,… Continue reading Artist of 'the worst' picture of Trump says criticism damaging her business

The recent imposition of new tariffs by Donald Trump has prompted the Prime Minister to consider using industrial policy to protect British businesses. Sir Keir Starmer, writing in the Sunday Telegraph, expressed the need to seek an economic deal with the US while also being open to state intervention to safeguard the national interest. He… Continue reading Starmer vows to protect UK businesses from tariff 'storm'

The long-awaited men’s health strategy consultation is set to be launched by the government in England this month, as men are significantly more likely to die prematurely than women, according to experts. The challenges surrounding men’s health often involve risk-taking behavior, as seen in an anecdote shared by Andrew Harrison, who ran a men’s health… Continue reading Why men are so unhealthy – and what can be done

The tragic case of Louise Gleadell, a mother who passed away from cervical cancer at the age of 38 after receiving incorrect negative test results in 2008 and 2012, has resulted in undisclosed damages being awarded to her family. The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust acknowledged the misreporting of her cervical screening results, which… Continue reading NHS cancer screening reporting errors led to mother's death

David Lammy, the Foreign Secretary, has expressed his disappointment with Israeli authorities following the refusal of entry to two Labour MPs, calling the decision “unacceptable, counterproductive, and deeply concerning.” Abtisam Mohamed and Yuan Yang were denied entry due to their alleged intention to spread “hateful rhetoric” against Israel, as reported by Israeli media citing the… Continue reading Abtisam Mohamed and Yuan Yang: Denying MPs entry to Israel 'unacceptable', says Lammy

A significant wildfire has prompted a major incident declaration in County Down, near the iconic Mourne Mountains. The blaze, located on Sandbank Road in Hilltown, has attracted more than 100 firefighters and 14 fire appliances to combat the flames. Stretching over roughly two miles, the fire has engulfed a vast expanse of forestry and poses… Continue reading Hilltown: Over 100 firefighters tackle wildfire in 'major incident'

Patients who consistently miss appointments with the NHS may face consequences such as being moved to the back of the line in order to reduce waiting times, according to information obtained by BBC Wales. This is just one of the strategies being considered by the Welsh government to address issues in the NHS, which has… Continue reading NHS Wales: Back of the queue threat for missed appointments

Angela Rayner, Deputy Prime Minister, engaged in discussions in Birmingham regarding the ongoing bin strike that has resulted in a significant waste backlog in the city. Birmingham City Council declared a major incident last week as members of the Unite union took industrial action over pay, leading to uncollected rubbish piling up on the streets.… Continue reading Angela Rayner meets council leaders over Birmingham bin strike

The Labour Party has taken action against MP Dan Norris following his arrest, as confirmed by a party spokesperson speaking to BBC News. Mr. Norris, who represents North East Somerset and Hanham, has been suspended by the party, which also includes the suspension of the party whip, preventing him from serving as a Labour MP… Continue reading MP Dan Norris suspended from Labour Party after arrest