Tag: UK News

The Welsh government’s promises to address nature loss and boost biodiversity have been criticized in a strongly worded report. The Senedd’s environment committee claimed ministers were devoid of a “plan, action and investment” to mitigate the hazardous decline in wildlife. At present, one in six species such as curlews and water voles have up to… Continue reading Wales: Nature loss plan criticised for lacking ambition

A 49-year-old man from Hove who was arrested on suspicion of murder has been released by Sussex Police. The arrest followed the discovery of the body of 41-year-old Christopher Fox at a property on Upper Hollingdean Road in Brighton at approximately 10:00 GMT on 25 November. Fox was declared dead at the scene. The arrested… Continue reading Brighton: Hove man released following murder arrest

A young boy in Leeds made a dangerous discovery while out magnet fishing with his father. Seven-year-old Ian Platt was using magnets to search for treasure when he pulled up a large artillery round from the River Aire in the centre of Leeds. Believing it to be live, Mr Platt immediately contacted the police and… Continue reading Magnet-fishing boy, 7, hooks artillery shell in Leeds river

Police in London are investigating a pro-Palestinian rally that took place in the city center and believe that organisers sought to breach conditions that had been imposed on the demonstration. Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn and former shadow chancellor John McDonnell are reportedly going to voluntarily attend a London police station to be interviewed under… Continue reading Corbyn and McDonnell face police interview after pro-Palestinian rally

Manchester United have paid their respects to the late Denis Law, former striker for the club who passed away at the age of 84 on Friday. Law scored a total of 237 goals in 404 appearances for United, leading the team to numerous trophy wins between 1962 and 1973. All flags at Old Trafford were… Continue reading Denis Law: Man Utd pay emotional tribute to legend before Brighton game

According to reports, a stalker targeted Gladiators star Apollo, whose real name is Alex Gray, 33, on the show’s set in Sheffield as well as at his home and when he was meeting fans. The matter is being investigated by the police. The police stated that an investigation has been launched and enquiries are ongoing,… Continue reading Gladiators star Apollo: Police investigate reported stalking of Alex Gray

The UK is optimistic about forging a strong trading relationship with the incoming Donald Trump administration, with the Chancellor’s second-in-command, Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones, insisting there are plenty of good post-Brexit deals to be done. Recognising Trump’s interest in striking a “good deal”, Jones said trade relationships could be deepened, particularly in… Continue reading Donald Trump will want a good deal with UK, says minister

North Lincolnshire Council has confirmed it will provide over 6,000 pensioners with free air fryers. A total of 1,000 have already been delivered, with another 5,000 set to be sent out in the next few weeks. The council is using the government’s Household Support Fund (HSF) to fund the cooking equipment after the winter fuel… Continue reading Free air fryers for 6,000 pensioners in North Lincolnshire

A three-year-old Palestinian girl, Razan, has survived a bullet lodged in her neck after it ricocheted through her mother’s body. David Anderson, a UK government-sponsored medic from Rutland, who spent six months in war-torn Gaza as part of Britain’s humanitarian response, played a vital role in saving the girl’s life. While recounting his memories of… Continue reading Gaza: Rutland medic saved girl, 3, with bullet lodged in neck

Jimmy Calderwood, former Aberdeen and Dunfermline Athletic manager, passed away at the age of 69. In 2017, Calderwood was diagnosed with early onset dementia, three years after he finished his managerial post with Dutch side De Graafschap. The Scottish coach led Dunfermline to promotion from the Scottish second tier in 2000 and they achieved a… Continue reading Jimmy Calderwood: Former Aberdeen & Dunfermline manager dies