Category: UK News

A dry cleaner based in Wrexham has voiced concerns about the significant difference in energy costs between his business and those only 10 miles away. Mike Jones, owner of Borras Dry Cleaners, highlighted how small and medium-sized businesses in north Wales and Merseyside are expected to pay 13% more in electricity bills compared to London… Continue reading North Wales businesses face highest energy costs in the UK

The winners of the 15th annual Scottish Nature Photography Awards have been announced, showcasing the talent of photographers capturing the beauty of nature in Scotland. Nicki Gwynn-Jones, a resident of Orkney, took home the top prize with her stunning photograph titled Fulmar with Golden Raindrops. The image depicts a fulmar perched on a grassy ledge… Continue reading In pictures: Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2024

Political reporter Joshua Nevett has reported that the UK is potentially positioned to reverse the US trade tariffs that are anticipated to be announced on Wednesday. Trade secretary Jonathan Reynolds expressed the UK’s expectation of being impacted by the forthcoming import taxes imposed by President Donald Trump. Despite efforts to secure an initial UK exemption,… Continue reading UK has best chance to overturn tariffs, says Reynolds

Recently, it was reported that over 20 legal claims regarding historical abuse at Celtic Boys Club have been settled for a significant amount in damages. A class action was launched by about 30 former players against Celtic Plc, with Thompsons Solicitors stating that 70% of the cases have already been resolved, with more settlements expected… Continue reading Settlement agreed in Celtic Boys Club sex abuse cases

Residents near the River Thames reported that an 11-year-old girl had gone missing after she was seen paddling in the water on a day off from school. The incident occurred close to Barge House Causeway, near London City Airport, with the Metropolitan Police receiving reports around 13:15 BST on Monday. A search operation was conducted… Continue reading Missing 11-year-old girl was seen paddling in River Thames

In a triumphant victory, a young girl from Ipswich, named Georgia, successfully advocated for change in school uniform trousers by supermarket chain Sainsbury’s. The eight-year-old girl was disappointed to discover that some trousers had pockets while others did not, prompting her to take action. Georgia wrote a letter to Sainsbury’s and even started a petition… Continue reading Sainsbury's school trousers get pockets after girl's campaign

A graduate student from Cornell University had his US visa revoked for participating in protests against Israel and has decided to leave the country rather than facing deportation. Momodou Taal, who holds dual citizenship in the UK and The Gambia, faced the consequences of his on-campus protest activities during the Israel-Gaza conflict last year. Despite… Continue reading Cornell University student targeted by Trump leaves the US

Democracy Minister Rushanara Ali is taking action to safeguard against foreign political interference with a set of new measures in the works. Concerns arose in the UK when reports surfaced that tech billionaire Elon Musk, an adviser to US President Donald Trump, could potentially donate a significant amount to Reform UK through a UK branch… Continue reading Minister says rules on foreign donors will be tightened

An 11-year-old girl has gone missing after entering the River Thames in east London, according to police reports. The incident occurred near Bargehouse Causeway in North Woolwich at around 13:15 BST. Following the girl’s entry into the river, a “large scale” search was initiated. However, after a few hours, the search operation was scaled down… Continue reading Girl missing in river at Woolwich prompts emergency search

There has been a proposed change to banking regulations that will result in a significant increase in the amount of money protected for savers when a bank or building society faces financial difficulties. The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), which oversees UK banks, has stated that the planned increase will consider inflation since the limit was… Continue reading Plan to raise deposit protection limit to £110,000