Tag: UK News

Easter travel disruption expected on rail and roads

The upcoming Easter weekend poses potential travel disruptions for millions of individuals, as a result of various factors such as rail engineering works, an airport strike, and heavy traffic. Network Rail is set to undertake more than 300 maintenance projects, including work at London Euston, throughout the extended weekend. The RAC has cautioned about the… Continue reading Easter travel disruption expected on rail and roads

Rapid purchase of properties for Grenfell residents criticised

A council in London is currently in the process of selling 14 properties that were originally obtained to accommodate survivors of the tragic Grenfell Tower fire. These properties have been deemed unfit for rental due to their poor condition. The Kensington and Chelsea Council made the decision to purchase a total of 290 properties following… Continue reading Rapid purchase of properties for Grenfell residents criticised

No-fly zone at Sandringham Estate after drone sightings

A drone sighting during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk prompted the establishment of a no-fly zone in the area. The restrictions were put in place on 10 March, restricting aircraft from flying below 2,000ft (610m) for public safety and security reasons. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander signed off on the… Continue reading No-fly zone at Sandringham Estate after drone sightings

Joe Thompson: Former Rochdale midfielder dies at the age of 36

Former Rochdale midfielder Joe Thompson, aged 36, has passed away after battling cancer for the third time. Thompson, who retired from playing five years ago, was diagnosed with stage four lymphoma, a type of blood cancer that had spread to his lungs. He began and ended his career with Rochdale and had three stints with… Continue reading Joe Thompson: Former Rochdale midfielder dies at the age of 36

Migrant dies in channel crossing attempt

Tragedy struck as a migrant lost their life while attempting to make the treacherous journey across the English Channel. The RNLI sprang into action, deploying its all-weather lifeboat to assist a group of individuals who were later brought to Dover in a Border Force vessel on a Friday morning. The RNLI released a statement confirming… Continue reading Migrant dies in channel crossing attempt

Toblerone dark chocolate bar discontinued in the UK

The beloved dark chocolate version of the iconic Toblerone bar is no longer available, marking the end of nearly sixty years of confectionary bliss for fans. Mondelēz International, the company behind Toblerone, confirmed the discontinuation of its 360g dark chocolate bar in the UK. The decision was made in response to changing consumer tastes and… Continue reading Toblerone dark chocolate bar discontinued in the UK

New Quay: Bottlenose dolphins spotted killing dolphin calf

Elin Alexander & Paul Pigott from BBC News reported on a tragic incident where a common dolphin calf was attacked and killed by four bottlenose dolphins. This shocking event occurred in Cardigan Bay, during a dolphin spotting trip from New Quay, Ceredigion. Witnesses described being left “hysterical” after witnessing the calf being thrown out of… Continue reading New Quay: Bottlenose dolphins spotted killing dolphin calf

Mount Faito: British couple killed in cable car crash, Italian police say

A tragic incident occurred near Naples, resulting in the deaths of four individuals, including a British couple, as confirmed by Italian police. The accident involved a mountain cable car cabin that plummeted to the ground after one of the cables supporting it snapped on Thursday. The UK foreign office mentioned that they were liaising with… Continue reading Mount Faito: British couple killed in cable car crash, Italian police say

Toby Carvery felled oak: What's so important about an ancient tree?

The recent felling of a 500-year-old ancient oak tree in north London has sparked outrage, reminiscent of the reaction to the alleged chopping down of the Sycamore Gap tree in September 2023. What exactly causes such strong emotions when these trees are removed, and what measures are in place to protect them? The classification of… Continue reading Toby Carvery felled oak: What's so important about an ancient tree?