Category: UK News

Eliza Rain, a 28-year-old Londoner living with a chronic pain condition, has faced challenges while using the Transport for London (TfL) “Please Offer Me A Seat” badge and card scheme. The scheme, aimed at helping individuals with disabilities and health conditions secure a seat on public transport, recently celebrated its eighth anniversary. Despite its noble… Continue reading TfL 'Please Offer Me a Seat' badge users share their experiences

Rory McIlroy achieved his lifelong dream of winning the Masters at Augusta National on Sunday after a career-defining victory in a dramatic final round. McIlroy outlasted Justin Rose in a sudden-death play-off to secure his first green jacket and complete the career Grand Slam. The emotional journey of 14 years of striving for this moment… Continue reading Masters 2025: Rory McIlroy beats Justin Rose in play-off to clinch career Grand Slam

Barry O’Connor of BBC News NI has recently shared a photo of one of the Disappeared, Seamus Maguire from Aghagallon, County Antrim, who vanished nearly 50 years ago. The Independent Commission for the Location of Victims’ Remains (ICLVR) released the image alongside an appeal for any information related to Mr. Maguire. Originally, it was believed… Continue reading The Disappeared: Fresh appeal launched for Seamus Maguire

may want to sell off the struggling Royal Mail business and focus on the more profitable GLS. He insists that he sees value in both parts of the business and is committed to turning around the fortunes of Royal Mail. The sale of Royal Mail to a foreign investor like Mr. Kretinsky has raised concerns… Continue reading Royal Mail: What made a billionaire want to buy this fading relic

A parliamentary report has highlighted the lack of preparedness of police forces during riots that erupted after the tragic murder of three children in Southport last summer. According to the Home Affairs Committee, officers were left vulnerable to “significant risk” during the disorder, which resulted in attacks on hotels housing asylum seekers and mosques. Despite… Continue reading Some police forces unprepared for summer riots, MPs find

The recent government seizure of British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant has sparked concerns about the future of the facility. The Metro’s front page describes the situation as a “blast chance saloon,” highlighting the government’s urgent need to secure raw materials to keep the blast furnaces operational. Ministers have accused the plant’s owners of depleting existing materials… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Blast chance saloon' and 'Katy roars into space'

The recent assault on three prison officers at a high-security facility is still under investigation, according to counter-terrorism authorities. The Prison Officers’ Association (POA) reported that Hashem Abedi, one of the individuals involved in the Manchester Arena bombing, attacked the officers, resulting in them being hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred at HMP Frankland… Continue reading Investigation continues after Hashem Abedi attacks prison officers

Birmingham’s ongoing rubbish crisis, exacerbated by a month-long strike by refuse workers from Unite union, has prompted the involvement of military planners to help address the mounting waste on the city’s streets. The strike, which began on March 11 over pay disputes, has resulted in thousands of tonnes of uncollected rubbish, prompting the city council… Continue reading Birmingham bin strike latest: Army experts called in to help

Thousands of jobs in the tourism sector in Wales are at risk due to what has been described as ‘brutal’ holiday let rules, according to the Professional Association of Self Caterers (PASC). PASC has raised concerns that many of its members are being forced to sell their properties as they are no longer financially viable… Continue reading Wales tourism: 'Tax rules putting thousands of jobs at risk'

Jean Marsh, the co-creator of the beloved series Upstairs Downstairs and accomplished actress, has passed away at the age of 90, as confirmed by her agent. Known for her Emmy-winning portrayal of the strong-willed yet compassionate maid Rose Buck in the TV drama set in Edwardian England, Marsh also had notable roles in Hollywood films… Continue reading Jean Marsh: Upstairs Downstairs and Doctor Who actress dies at 90