Political reporter Kate Whannel has reported that following this week’s local elections, Reform UK has achieved control over local councils for the first time. The party has taken charge in 10 areas and is the largest party in an additional four. Additionally, Reform UK has secured two new mayors in Greater Lincolnshire and Hull &… Continue reading What might Reform UK do with its newly-won power?
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Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch digest Reform UK local election surge
England’s local and Mayoral elections have resulted in significant gains for Reform UK at the expense of both the Labour and Conservative parties. Nigel Farage’s party has managed to take control of 10 local councils, secured victory in two mayoral races, and even added a fifth MP by winning Runcorn and Helsby. This outcome has… Continue reading Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch digest Reform UK local election surge
Why is it so dangerous to visit Brancaster shipwreck?
Laura Devlin reported from Norfolk for the BBC News, shedding light on a decaying shipwreck that has captivated the north Norfolk coast for 80 years. The SS Vina, while alluring to adventurers, transforms into a death trap during high tide, as evidenced by a tragic incident last summer. With a call for increased safety measures… Continue reading Why is it so dangerous to visit Brancaster shipwreck?
Assisted dying: Minimum age in Scottish bill to be raised from 16 to 18
A proposed law change on assisted dying in Scotland, spearheaded by Liberal Democrat MSP Liam McArthur, is undergoing revisions. Initially, the proposal included allowing 16-year-olds to end their lives with medical assistance. However, after careful consideration, McArthur has decided to amend the minimum age to 18, aligning with legislation in countries such as the US,… Continue reading Assisted dying: Minimum age in Scottish bill to be raised from 16 to 18
Assisted deaths could be over 4,000 in 10th year after law change
If MPs in England and Wales vote for assisted dying to become legal, a review of the policy suggests that the number of assisted deaths could surpass 4,000 in the 10th year after the law is enacted. The estimate is part of the official impact assessment conducted by civil servants to provide information to MPs… Continue reading Assisted deaths could be over 4,000 in 10th year after law change
'The Kardashians used a song we wrote in a cupboard'
Caroline Gilmour and Marissa Keltie, the dynamic duo behind the Edinburgh band known as The Eves, have managed to make a name for themselves in the music industry. Despite not living the luxurious lifestyle of the Kardashians, their song “Brand New Day” was featured in the reality show of the famous siblings. Surprisingly, the track… Continue reading 'The Kardashians used a song we wrote in a cupboard'
Donkey has two mums after 'one in a million' birth
Debbie Jackson reports for BBC Scotland News that a donkey foal at Dalscone Farm in Dumfries has found itself with two mothers following a rare birth event. The farm now boasts a unique family of three after two donkeys, Star and Mary, each believed the foal was their own. The story unfolded a week ago… Continue reading Donkey has two mums after 'one in a million' birth
Malachy Finegan: Relief as Clonduff parochial house knocked down
A man who claimed he was sexually abused as a child by a priest expressed his relief after the structure where the assaults occurred was demolished. Sean Faloon revealed he was repeatedly abused by the late Fr Malachy Finegan in Clonduff parochial house in Hilltown, County Down. After the scandal broke, the building became vacant,… Continue reading Malachy Finegan: Relief as Clonduff parochial house knocked down
Newspaper headlines: 'Reform revolution' and 'Prince Harry bombshell'
shocking” and “raw”. The paper highlights Prince Harry’s claim that his father, Prince Charles, refuses to take his calls and states that “the rift threatens to tear the Royal Family in two”. In a small snippet at the bottom of the front page, the Sun also covers the Reform UK victories in the local elections,… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Reform revolution' and 'Prince Harry bombshell'
Reform UK makes big gains in English local elections
Political reporter Paul Seddon has reported major gains for Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party in English local elections, positioning it as a significant contender against Britain’s traditional main parties. The party secured around 677 out of 1,600 seats contested in predominantly Tory-held councils, last contested in 2021. Notably, Reform took over eight authorities from the… Continue reading Reform UK makes big gains in English local elections