Tag: UK News

The popular TV series Gavin & Stacey may have left viewers puzzled by a particular scene. Steven Meo’s character, Owain Hughes, left fans scratching their heads as Gavin Shipman introduced himself on his new job. Owain responds with, “And before you ask, no I don’t!” which prompts laughter from his colleagues. However, Steven Meo has… Continue reading 'My Gavin & Stacey joke was just a red herring'

Liverpool FC has stated that it does not accept the use of illegal substances at any of its events or venues after its staff Christmas party was shut down early due to reports that drugs were found. The football club confirmed that an incident had taken place at the event, where none of its players… Continue reading Liverpool FC staff party in cathedral halted over drug fears

The government’s review into the backlog of criminal cases has been led by Sir Brian Leveson, a retired High Court judge, who has said that the court delays experienced by victims and defendants are unacceptable. According to the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), figures have shown that 73,105 trials were unheard at the end of September,… Continue reading Court delays unacceptable for victims and defendants – ex-judge

The UK government faces a difficult challenge in how to decrease the illegal trade of people smuggling into the country. Leaders from across the political spectrum agree that this trade must end. However, there is a range of opinions on how to end it. Labour’s three-word solution is to “smash the gangs” replacing the Conservatives’… Continue reading Laura Kuenssberg: Labour's illegal immigration plan is clear – but is it effective?

One major storm hit Wales hard, impacting the power supply of 64,000 properties in mid and south Wales. National Grid had to undertake its biggest ever restoration effort to recover the condition of electricity supply to these properties. Fortunately, no one got injured in this storm while energy networks were working round the clock to… Continue reading Storm Darragh: National Grid 'biggest effort' to restore power

Several Irish pubs in England, Scotland and Wales told BBC that this week they ran out of Guinness beer, after a limit was imposed on supply in the lead-up to Christmas. The Liffey in Liverpool, the pub where Guinness is usually the top seller, has been out of stock since Wednesday. Guinness’s owner Diageo reported… Continue reading Some pubs start to run out of Guinness as supply limit bites

The A487 in Gwynedd, Wales has been closed due to a devastating landslide caused by Storm Darragh, and it is suspected that the closure will extend for several months. The road has been closed since Wednesday due to concerns over unstable ground, and diversion routes have added an extra 19 miles to journeys that should… Continue reading Gwynedd: Fears A487 landslide may close road for months

Oscar Fairs, a 15-year-old goalkeeper for West Ham’s academy, has died after being diagnosed with a rare 7cm brain tumour in August 2023. Despite undergoing seven surgeries, a round of chemotherapy and a round of radiotherapy, he was told that palliative care was his only option. The club’s sporting director, Mark Noble, called the news… Continue reading Oscar Fairs: Teenage West Ham goalkeeper dies after cancer diagnosis

In many parts of the world, Friday 13th is considered to be a day to be cautious, given its reputation as being unlucky. But for others, it is an opportunity to get a discounted tattoo. Tattoo parlours often offer “flash sales” on Friday 13th, with small tattoos available at a discounted rate. Tattoo artist Ross… Continue reading Friday 13th: Why do people get tattoos?

A 27-year-old musician from Chesham has discovered a giant 5kg mushroom on a country walk with her father. Alissimon Minnitt was in a field in North Marston, Buckinghamshire, when the duo came across the enormous fungus in the grass. Minnitt, who described herself as an amateur mycologist with “an interest in mushrooms”, knew how to… Continue reading Giant mushroom found in Buckinghamshire feeds family for a week