The recent felling of a 500-year-old ancient oak tree in north London has sparked outrage, reminiscent of the reaction to the alleged chopping down of the Sycamore Gap tree in September 2023. What exactly causes such strong emotions when these trees are removed, and what measures are in place to protect them? The classification of… Continue reading Toby Carvery felled oak: What's so important about an ancient tree?
Category: UK News
Surprise as 100 Spaniards turn up at non-league football match
Jude Winter of BBC News in East Midlands reported an unexpected turn of events at Harborough Town’s home ground in Leicestershire. Despite being a far less common attraction for foreign football tourists compared to Wembley, Old Trafford, or Anfield, more than 100 Spanish sports fans made an appearance at the non-league club’s match against St… Continue reading Surprise as 100 Spaniards turn up at non-league football match
Could taking carbon out of the sea cool down the planet?
A new initiative has commenced along the southern coast of England, with the aim of extracting carbon from the sea. The pioneering project, known as SeaCURE, is being funded by the UK government as part of its endeavors to combat climate change. While the primary focus of climate scientists remains on reducing greenhouse gas emissions,… Continue reading Could taking carbon out of the sea cool down the planet?
Grand Central Station: Benn questions “fuss” over Irish-language signs
The Irish language signs at Belfast’s Grand Central Station have sparked a political debate, with Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn questioning the significance of the issue. Benn emphasized the importance of respecting and celebrating all traditions, stating that there are more pressing matters to address than arguing over signage. The controversy arose following Infrastructure Minister… Continue reading Grand Central Station: Benn questions “fuss” over Irish-language signs
Coroner's call for older driver eye tests after fatal crashes
The recent inquest into the deaths of four individuals who were killed by drivers with failing eyesight has highlighted significant concerns regarding the enforcement of visual legal standards for motorists. HM Senior Coroner for Lancashire, Dr. James Adeley, has expressed alarm over the laxity of the current licensing system in the UK, which he described… Continue reading Coroner's call for older driver eye tests after fatal crashes
Chester Zoo sloth has dental surgery to cure toothache
Angela Ferguson reported from Liverpool for BBC News on a groundbreaking dental surgery performed on a sloth at Chester Zoo. The sloth, named Rico, underwent the pioneering operation to cure toothache, marking a first for the team at Chester Zoo and dental experts from Newcastle University. The procedure was necessary after keepers noticed swellings on… Continue reading Chester Zoo sloth has dental surgery to cure toothache
Edward Colston plaque installed with new slave trade wording
Carys Nally of BBC News in Bristol reports that a new plaque has been affixed to the plinth where a statue of a slave trader once stood. The statue of Edward Colston in Bristol was torn down during a Black Lives Matter protest in June 2020 and thrown into the city’s harbour. The new plaque,… Continue reading Edward Colston plaque installed with new slave trade wording
Local elections: Reform and Greens aim high in volatile mayoral contests
ire-says-it-will-be-able-to-raise-more-taxes-than-the-mayor-revealed-22518″>including the power to levy council taxes and control a £78.9m investment fund which will be used to kickstart economic growth and house-building in the region. The winner faces some tough choices. The combined authority is facing a projected £74.2m budget shortfall for 2027-28 driven by a £58.9m shortfall in business rates income following the… Continue reading Local elections: Reform and Greens aim high in volatile mayoral contests
Fire services get 50% less than police to cover tax rises
A blaze in Manchester had firefighters working tirelessly to tackle the flames engulfing a building as a silhouette of a firefighter with a fire hose aimed at the fire was captured in a striking image. However, most fire services in England are facing financial challenges due to a shortfall in funding, mainly after the government’s… Continue reading Fire services get 50% less than police to cover tax rises
Donald Trump suggests UK state visit set for September
BBC News’ Thomas Mackintosh reported that US President Donald Trump is contemplating his second state visit to the UK, hinting that Buckingham Palace may have set a date for September. Trump mentioned being invited by the King and referred to the UK as a “great country” during a press briefing at the White House. This… Continue reading Donald Trump suggests UK state visit set for September