Category: UK News

According to a new study, giant redwoods, the world’s largest trees, are flourishing in the UK and their numbers now surpass those found in their native range in California. Approximately 500,000 trees are in the UK compared to 80,000 in California. The trees were first brought to the UK about 160 years ago. However, the… Continue reading Giant redwoods: World’s largest trees 'thriving in UK'

A major new passenger survey has revealed that bus passengers around England receive a wide variation in service, with many feeling “let down”. The survey, conducted by passenger watchdog Transport Focus, asked people to rate 35,000 bus journeys across 34 local authorities last year. While 80% of respondents were satisfied with their trips overall, some… Continue reading Bus passengers feel 'let down' in parts of England

The National Health Service (NHS) in England has implemented a new policy that allows any of its employees who experience a miscarriage before the 24th week of pregnancy to take 10 days of paid leave. Partners of employees can take five days of paid leave in such a situation. The NHS recognizes that employees who… Continue reading NHS England staff to receive paid leave after miscarriages

UK fertility clinics offering egg freezing services to women are misleading them about their chances of having a successful pregnancy, according to the Fertility Network. An analysis conducted by the BBC found that 41% of private clinics advertising the service could be in breach of advertising guidance, including clinics which claimed they could offer successful… Continue reading Egg freezing patients ‘misled’ by clinics

The Covid-19 pandemic has prompted a surge in youngsters self-harming, according to a school in North Wales. Ysgol John Bright has also reported an increase in anxiety, eating disorders and absences from school. School administrators and mental health workers say that this is a common problem among children today. Leaders in education and the Welsh… Continue reading Rise in pupils self-harming since Covid

The UK government has proposed a voluntary scheme that will offer failed asylum seekers up to £3,000 to move to Rwanda. The idea is a variation of an existing voluntary returns scheme and will be available to anyone who had been rejected from the UK. The scheme primarily targets individuals who cannot return to their… Continue reading UK to pay failed asylum seekers to move to Rwanda under new scheme

The funeral of Thomas Kingston, the husband of Lady Gabriella Kingston, took place on Tuesday at the Royal Chapel in St James’s Palace in London. Prince Charles joined 140 friends and family members, including Lady Gabriella’s parents Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, to mourn the loss of Mr. Kingston. The service was private. Mr.… Continue reading Thomas Kingston: Prince William attends private funeral

Israeli troops have been accused of beating and humiliating medical staff from Gaza. Three medics reported to the BBC that they were beaten, doused with cold water, stripped down, and forced to kneel for hours. They were also detained for days. Lord Cameron claimed in the House of Lords that “answers from the Israelis” were… Continue reading Israel-Gaza war: David Cameron says BBC report into Nasser hospital raid 'very disturbing'

Kemi Badenoch, the Business Secretary, has publicly condemned comments made by Tory donor Frank Hester about MP Diane Abbott. Hester, who has donated £10m to the Conservative Party, allegedly said that Abbott “should be shot” and that she made him “want to hate all black women”. Hester apologised for his comments, claiming that they “had… Continue reading Tory donor alleged remarks were racist, says Kemi Badenoch

Romanian court ruled that controversial influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan can be extradited to the UK after Bedfordshire Police obtained an arrest warrant. The brothers were detained and appeared in court in Bucharest on Tuesday and can be extradited only after finishing their trial in Romania concerning human trafficking charges. However, they have… Continue reading Andrew Tate and brother Tristan can be extradited to UK, Romanian court rules