Category: UK News

A dip in domestic energy prices is anticipated for July, marking the first decrease in a year according to regulator Ofgem’s price cap. Analysts from the consultancy Cornwall Insight predict that the bill for a household using an average amount of gas and electricity will shrink by £129 annually, translating to a nearly 7% drop.… Continue reading Annual energy bills predicted to fall by £129 in July

This week brings some exciting entertainment options for audiences to enjoy. Tom Cruise is back in action with the release of “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” in theaters. Additionally, viewers can look forward to Sex Education’s Connor Swindells starring in the new BBC drama series “The Bombing of Pan Am 103,” Nicole Kidman returning… Continue reading Mission: Impossible returns, and Nine Perfect Strangers: What's coming up this week

A trial is set to go ahead for a former Conservative MP who is facing allegations of harassing their ex-wife. Katie Wallis, previously known as Jamie Wallis and using female pronouns, served as the representative for Bridgend from 2019 to 2024. The 40-year-old from Butetown in Cardiff appeared at the city’s magistrates’ court and entered… Continue reading Former Tory MP Jamie Wallis in court accused of harassing ex-wife

The Scottish fishing industry has voiced its discontent over a recent deal between the UK and the EU regarding access to UK waters. The deal, agreed upon by Labour ministers, has been described as “disastrous” by the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) and a “great betrayal” by Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes. However, Salmon Scotland has… Continue reading Scottish Fishermen's Federation says EU deal is 'disastrous'

After three Iranians were charged with spying in the UK, Britain and Iran have summoned each other’s envoys. The individuals were arrested on May 3 and appeared in court in London. The IRNA news agency mentioned that the British charge d’affaire was asked to provide an explanation for what it deemed as “unjustified” and “politically… Continue reading Iran and Britain summon envoys over alleged spying in UK

David Ejimofor, a 15-year-old teenager, tragically passed away after jumping into the sea from a pier at Aberavon beach in Neath Port Talbot on 19 June 2023. This incident occurred when David joined his friends at the beach to celebrate the completion of their GCSE exams. During the inquest held at Swansea’s Guildhall, it was… Continue reading Teen who drowned at Aberavon could not swim, inquest hears

Kayden Moy, a 16-year-old boy from East Kilbride, tragically passed away after a stabbing incident at Irvine Beach over the weekend. The altercation, involving a large group of teenagers, occurred at 18:45 on Saturday, leading to his untimely death in the hospital the following day. Kayden, who was previously associated with football club Busby AFC,… Continue reading Kayden Moy: Friends 'hit hard' by death in Irvine beach stabbing

A recent UK-EU deal is set to allow certain goods to move freely between Northern Ireland and Great Britain, according to a government announcement. This agreement includes an agri-food deal that will eliminate some checks on animal and plant products moving between the two regions. The aim is to minimize the impact of the trade… Continue reading Agri-food deal in UK-EU agreement will reduce sea border impact

A new price cap set to take effect in July is expected to bring relief to millions of households by lowering gas and electricity bills. The current cap, which saw annual bills for a typical household rise to £1,849 in April, will be reversed with this new measure. The energy price cap determines the maximum… Continue reading Energy price cap: What next for gas and electricity bills and can I fix?

The government has introduced new regulations aimed at safeguarding consumers who utilize buy now, pay later services, with the goal of putting an end to the unregulated borrowing environment known as the “wild west.” Lenders will now be required to conduct affordability checks to prevent individuals from accruing excessive debt, while shoppers will have quicker… Continue reading New buy now, pay later rules aim to protect shoppers