Tag: UK News

In the ongoing case of convicted child serial killer Lucy Letby, her barrister Mark McDonald has announced plans to present new medical evidence to the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC). The evidence includes reports from a panel of neonatologists and paediatric specialists who concluded that there was no proof of Letby harming any babies. Additionally,… Continue reading Lucy Letby barrister to submit 'fresh evidence' to review body

In response to the recent imposition of tariffs by US President Donald Trump on countries worldwide, affecting products exported to America, UK firms are preparing for the repercussions. The UK is set to face 10% tariffs as part of this new trade policy. Companies across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are bracing for the… Continue reading 'It's a huge blow to Scotland's whisky industry'

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An individual who garnered recognition as a Premier League referee, Uriah Rennie, is now faced with a challenging journey of relearning how to walk. The first black referee of the top-tier English football league, Rennie has found himself paralyzed from the waist down due to an uncommon medical condition. Following a five-month stint in the… Continue reading Ex-Premier League referee Uriah Rennie 'learning to walk again'

Written by: Sarah Johnson A recent investigation by Members of Parliament (MPs) has uncovered the alarming truth that councils in England are putting homeless children at risk by housing them in inadequate temporary accommodation. The inquiry revealed that a staggering 164,000 children are without a permanent home due to what MPs referred to as a… Continue reading Councils putting homeless children at risk, MPs find

Numerous newspapers this morning are highlighting the global trade tensions ignited by Donald Trump, with most featuring headlines referencing the economic war facing the world. The Daily Mirror, for instance, chooses the headline “Trading Blows” to report on the universal 10% tariffs set to be imposed on all imports into the US starting April 5th.… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'World faces economic war' and 'TikTok talks'

In the bungalow of an 80-year-old man named Wayne Hawkins in San Diego, California, a significant decision is about to take place. Wayne, terminally ill and confined to a reclining chair, has invited the BBC to document his death under California’s assisted dying laws, amidst ongoing debates in Parliament over similar legislation in England and… Continue reading Assisted dying: California man invites BBC to witness his death

BBC Wales News assistant editor, Mark Palmer, reported that the Welsh government is facing a critical decision regarding whether businesses impacted by the closure of Holyhead port should receive compensation. The closure, caused by damage from Storm Darragh, lasted for over a month, affecting the second busiest passenger port in the UK. The local council… Continue reading Holyhead port: Decision demanded on port closure compensation

The UK business secretary has affirmed the government’s commitment to seeking a deal to prevent a potential “trade war” following President Donald Trump’s imposition of new tariffs globally. Trump’s announcement detailed fresh levies on imports, with a 10% tariff on all UK imports and a 20% tariff on goods from the European Union. In response,… Continue reading UK to keep pushing for deal after Trump imposes 10% tariff

Donald Trump has recently introduced a new 10% tariff that has left Scotland’s top exporters to the United States disappointed. This move will impact products like whisky and salmon, prompting calls for continued negotiations from the affected parties. The announcement has been described as a significant setback for the industry, especially since the USA is… Continue reading Scottish exporters 'disappointed' over Trump tariffs