Category: UK News

The decision to halt negotiations on a trade deal with Israel, summon the country’s ambassador, and impose sanctions on West Bank settlers has been made by the UK in response to the military escalation in Gaza, as Foreign Secretary David Lammy condemned the actions as “morally unjustifiable.” This move comes amid concerns of starvation in… Continue reading UK steps up action against Israel over Gaza offensive

A recent court ruling has determined that millions of consumers may be entitled to receive up to £70 each following a decision regarding unfair fees imposed by card provider Mastercard in the past. The ruling stems from a lengthy legal battle initiated by former financial ombudsman, Walter Merricks, dating back nearly ten years. Merricks contended… Continue reading Mastercard: Millions of consumers could get £70 after unfair fees ruling

div> Hostage taker gets 27 years for siege of Israeli synagogue Daniel Khalife was said to have been motivated by a personal grievance against the synagogue’s rabbi. 4 Feb 2025 Middle East Read the full article from The BBC here: Read More

Authors Nathan Briant and Daisy Stephens reported for BBC News that the tragic drowning of an 11-year-old girl at a water park in Berkshire was ruled as unlawfully killed due to gross health and safety breaches. Kyra Hill, from Croydon, south London, encountered difficulties at Liquid Leisure near Windsor on August 6, 2022. Despite emergency… Continue reading Kyra Hill unlawfully killed at Berkshire water park – coroner

Questions have been pouring in regarding the recent UK-European Union deal, covering topics such as jobs, food, and travel. Our experts have been delving into the details to understand how this deal will impact individuals and families. One of the key queries raised was whether professional qualifications will be recognized across the UK-EU border. Anna… Continue reading What does the UK-EU deal mean for holidays and jobs? Your questions answered

In a tragic incident that occurred in west Belfast in 2022, a woman has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for the murder of her partner. Julie Ann McIlwaine from Hazel Close, Lagmore, fatally stabbed James Joseph Crossley, 38, while he was asleep at her former residence on Filbert drive in Dunmurry. Despite admitting… Continue reading Woman who killed partner as he slept jailed for 12 years

The inquest into the tragic death of a teenager at Aberavon beach revealed that lifeguard operations had been reduced in the years leading up to the incident. David Ejimofor, 15, lost his life on June 19, 2023, while celebrating the end of his GCSE exams with friends at the beach in Neath Port Talbot. Testimony… Continue reading Aberavon pier death: Lifeguard hours 'scaled back', inquest hears

Several senior government officials are currently in talks regarding the reversal of a controversial decision to cut winter fuel payments for over nine million pensioners. Last year, Chancellor Rachel Reeves implemented changes that led to pensioners missing out on payments of up to £300. The ongoing discussions within the government are exploring options such as… Continue reading Ministers consider easing winter fuel payment cuts

Byline: Becky Morton, Political Reporter The UK and the European Union have recently reached a critical new agreement encompassing trade, defense, fishing, and energy. Even though negotiations are lingering on several key points, significant questions remain unanswered. One of the main concerns revolves around the financial aspect, with the UK agreeing to a “financial contribution”… Continue reading Five unanswered questions in UK-EU deal

A woman who was jailed for posting a race hate message on social media has lost her appeal against the sentence. Lucy Connolly, the wife of a Conservative councillor, was imprisoned for 31 months after calling for “mass deportation” and inciting followers to set fire to hotels housing migrants. The message, which was viewed 310,000… Continue reading Conservative councillor's wife loses appeal over race hate tweet