Tag: UK News

Electric bikes, also known as e-bikes, have seen a significant increase in illegal modifications in the UK. Figures from 27 police forces to PA News Agency show a steep rise in e-bikes that have been illegally modified beyond the 15.5mph speed limit, a limit required under UK law. Such modifications turn these vehicles into motorcycles,… Continue reading Most illegally modified e-bikes in City of London used by delivery riders

The deaths of two young people who drowned off Bournemouth beach last year were “preventable,” according to one parent who spoke at their inquest. Joe Abbess, 17, from Southampton, and 12-year-old Sunnah Khan, from High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, died after getting into difficulty in the water in May 2023. Joe’s mother, Vanessa, stated in court that… Continue reading Bournemouth beach deaths 'preventable', parent tells inquest

In his first address to the Labour Party conference as prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer promised a Britain “built to last” but cautioned that there would be “trade-offs.” He stated that Labour would deliver the “national renewal” that the country wanted, but it would involve the construction of new prisons and electricity pylons near homes.… Continue reading Keir Starmer warns of trade-offs as he vows to rebuild Britain

In a recent address to the nation, Sir Keir Starmer opened up about his new government’s progress since his victorious win. Not only did he outline the changes that have already been implemented, but he articulated a clear vision for national revival. However, in doing so, the prime minister also had to justify his administration’s… Continue reading Starmer's conference speech in under two minutes

A young boy who was expected to die after being taken off life support has “confounded” medical predictions, according to a UK judge’s ruling. Months ago, the High Court stated that life-sustaining ventilation was not in the child’s best interests following a diagnosis by treating doctors. The boy, identified in court as NR, was born… Continue reading 'Remarkable' boy survived life support switch-off, judge says

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The UK government has confirmed that Aberdeen will be the headquarters for Great British Energy, the new state-owned energy company. Although not tasked with supplying power to homes, the company’s key role will be to fund new and existing clean technology and small to medium-sized renewable energy projects. Aberdeen has been the heart of the… Continue reading Great British Energy: What does it mean for Scotland and Aberdeen?

Legislation which requires public bodies to cooperate with investigations into major disasters will be introduced in parliament before the next anniversary of the Hillsborough tragedy, according to the UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer. The law, known as the “Hillsborough Law”, is the cause of the campaign of Margaret Aspinall and the families of the… Continue reading Hillsborough Law: Keir Starmer promises support for disaster victims

A jewellery design lecturer at the University of the West of England (UWE) in Bristol has successfully grown a full-size ruby inside a platinum setting. Sofie Boons developed a new chemical process that triggers the growth of a tiny fragment of real ruby as it sits in its jewellery. The University believes this approach, dubbed… Continue reading 'World first' ruby grown in jewellery setting in lab

A mother of a 15-year-old boy with severe learning difficulties, Rita Orr, has expressed her frustration with social services and the lack of support she received for her son, Callum, who also has autism. Orr had pleaded with the local health trust for extra support for two years, but received no help. Eventually, Orr left… Continue reading Spotlight: Lack of respite support leaves mothers with no option