Category: UK News

The CEO of Pride in London has been suspended due to allegations of bullying and misusing vouchers donated by a sponsor to purchase luxury perfumes. Christopher Joell-Deshields, who has been serving in this role since 2021, is facing multiple accusations from volunteer directors and others within the organization. Concerns have been raised by current and… Continue reading London Pride boss under investigation for alleged misuse of funds

Political editor Chris Mason and politics investigations correspondent Billy Kenber reported that Sir Keir Starmer has been asked multiple times if he plans to dismiss Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary Angela Rayner if his standards adviser determines she violated the ministerial code. Rayner referred herself to Sir Laurie Magnus after admitting to underpaying stamp… Continue reading Starmer refuses to say if he will sack Rayner if she broke rules

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Sir Keir Starmer has publicly acknowledged that the government is exploring the possibility of using digital ID cards as a tool to combat illegal immigration in the UK. This marks the first time the Labour leader has confirmed such considerations, suggesting that a new identity programme could help deter individuals from entering the country unlawfully.… Continue reading Starmer considering new digital ID scheme to tackle illegal working

Reportedly, a tragedy struck Lisbon’s iconic Glória funicular railway as a carriage derailed and collided on Wednesday, causing devastation and the loss of lives. The fatal incident resulted in 16 confirmed deaths, revised from the initial count of 17 casualties. Despite ongoing investigations into the root cause of the derailment, suspicions point towards a possible… Continue reading Lisbon Glória funicular: What we know about deadly crash

Two decades of abuse in Northern Ireland have left one survivor with long-lasting trauma and fear that he cannot control. Patrick Lavery, now 40, committed disturbing acts of sexual abuse against six children as young as six between 1999 and 2009. Following his conviction on several charges including gross indecency and indecent assault, Lavery was… Continue reading Patrick Lavery, 40, from Lurgan, convicted of child sex abuse

In parts of Scotland, council workers have faced threats and intimidation while trying to remove saltire flags from lampposts. Falkirk and Aberdeenshire councils have reported incidents of staff being subjected to aggression, leading them to involve the police in response to the situation. These flags were initially raised across various towns and cities in Scotland… Continue reading Council workers threatened as they remove flags from lampposts

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made a recent appearance at the Natural History Museum as part of their first official engagement following the summer break. Catherine, who serves as a patron of the museum, and William were given a tour of the gardens by Doug Gurr, the director of the institution. Their visit coincided… Continue reading William and Kate visit Natural History Museum gardens

A new development has emerged in the case of the “disgusting” racist abuse directed at England footballer Jess Carter on social media. Following reports of abusive messages sent to the 27-year-old defender during the UEFA Women’s Euros in July, Derbyshire Constabulary has made a second arrest. A 30-year-old man from Ripley has been arrested on… Continue reading Jess Carter: Second arrest over racist abuse sent to footballer

Tiah-Mai Ayton, at the young age of 19, has her sights set on making history by becoming the youngest undisputed champion in the era of four-belt champions, encompassing both genders in boxing. With only three losses in over 300 fights across various disciplines like Muay Thai, mixed martial arts, kickboxing, jiu-jitsu, and boxing – all… Continue reading Tiah-Mai Ayton sets sights on becoming boxing's youngest undisputed champion ever