Tag: UK News

Mortgage rates have recently increased for the first time in several months, signaling a cautious approach from lenders as we head into the winter season. Despite experiencing a series of drops in interest rates, new and renewing borrowers have seen a slight worsening of the picture, according to data from financial information service Moneyfacts. The… Continue reading Mortgage rates creep back up as lenders show caution

Two individuals have been brought before court on charges relating to the murder of the incarcerated singer Ian Watkins. Watkins, a former member of the band Lostprophets serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offenses, was fatally injured at Wakefield Prison in an incident that occurred just after 09:30 BST on a Saturday. Rashid Gedel,… Continue reading Two men in court accused of murdering Ian Watkins in Wakefield Prison

The High Court has initiated a significant lawsuit against five major car manufacturers, accused of engaging in emissions test manipulation. Referred to as the “dieselgate” scandal, the trial alleges that these companies utilized software to enable their vehicles to lower emissions of harmful gases specifically during test conditions. This legal case stands as the largest… Continue reading 'Dieselgate': Five carmakers go on trial over emissions cheat claims

Residents of Mull are challenging the local council’s plan to construct a new school, sparking a legal battle over the proposed location. The Argyll and Bute Council’s decision to build a £43m school campus near the current high school in Tobermory has raised concerns among many parents. They argue that a more centrally located school… Continue reading Islanders take council to court over Mull school location decision

Lloyds Banking Group has decided to set aside an additional £800m for car finance compensation claims. This brings the total amount allocated by the bank for redress to nearly £2bn. The company stated that the number of eligible claims is expected to be higher than previously anticipated. Millions of drivers who purchased cars on finance… Continue reading Lloyds warns car finance scandal could cost it £2bn

Caerphilly is known for its rich history, including the iconic Caerphilly Castle, which is the second-largest in Britain after Windsor Castle. Traditionally, the constituency has been a stronghold for the Labour party in both Westminster and Senedd elections for over a century. However, a recent by-election following the untimely passing of former Labour member Hefin… Continue reading Caerphilly by-election shines new spotlight on historic town

Professional rugby player Luther Burrell revealed that his career was cut short due to his decision to speak out about racism in the sport. In an interview with the Mail on Sunday in June 2022, Burrell shared his experiences of racism within the game, including instances of offensive language and behavior. As a result of… Continue reading Luther Burrell: Blowing whistle on racism killed my career

I would like to express how devastating it was for a mother whose house was destroyed by a fire caused by a modified e-bike. Emma Wills, who had only moved into the Chilworth property five months prior, found her life turned upside down when a charging modified e-bike caught fire in her living room at… Continue reading Chilworth mum warns against modified e-bikes after home destroyed

The front pages of the morning newspapers are dominated by the imminent release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. The Times describes this development as a historic opportunity to put an end to the conflict in Gaza. According to reports, Hamas has confirmed that they have all 20 living hostages in their custody and will… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Hostages set for release' and 'Hope amid the chaos'

Authorities in Newtownabbey have taken a man into custody on suspicion of murder following the discovery of a body in the area. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) confirmed the arrest on Sunday evening, revealing that detectives were looking into a report of a suspicious death in the Old Mill Drive vicinity. The PSNI… Continue reading Newtownabbey: Man arrested on suspicion of murder