The annual Eid party held at Downing Street for Muslim figures was shunned by several invitees due to the UK government’s support of Israel. A spokesperson for Rishi Sunak, who was due to host the event, said he had to attend parliamentary business and therefore couldn’t attend. The prime minister did not attend the gathering,… Continue reading Prime minister not at Eid party boycotted by guests over Gaza
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Rishi Sunak urges restraint after Iran attack on Israel
Following Iran’s attack on Israel on Saturday, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has urged “restraint” from all sides. While expressing solidarity with Israel, Sunak also stressed the need to avoid further escalation and said he would be speaking with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the matter. In a statement in the House of Commons,… Continue reading Rishi Sunak urges restraint after Iran attack on Israel
Willie Limond: Former British champion dies aged 45
Willie Limond, the former British and Commonwealth light-welterweight champion has died at the age of 45. Limond won 42 of his 48 professional fights from 1999 to 2023, including 13 by knockout, although only three bouts took place after 2016. Four of his losses were to fighters who won world titles – Amir Khan, Anthony… Continue reading Willie Limond: Former British champion dies aged 45
Hillsborough: Liverpool falls silent to mark 35th Hillsborough anniversary
Liverpool has paid tribute to the 97 people who died in the Hillsborough disaster on the 35th anniversary of the tragedy. A minute’s silence was observed across the city at 3:06 pm BST, the exact time the FA cup semi-final football match was halted in 1989. A bell at the town hall tolled 97 times… Continue reading Hillsborough: Liverpool falls silent to mark 35th Hillsborough anniversary
Britishvolt site battery plant plan collapses
The plans to construct a battery plant in Cambois, Northumberland, by Britishvolt have fallen through after several years of uncertainty. The Hyderabad-based company had anticipated creating a £3.8bn battery factory that would have aided the construction of electric vehicles. Britishvolt had promised to create at least 3,000 employment opportunities in the area. However, the company… Continue reading Britishvolt site battery plant plan collapses
Brent Cross: Three men in their 20s killed in Staples Corner car crash
Late on Sunday night at Staples Corner retail park in north-west London, three men were killed and one is in a critical condition after a car carrying five young people crashed. Police were called to the scene at 23:26 BST, and upon arrival, three men were found dead while two others were taken to hospital.… Continue reading Brent Cross: Three men in their 20s killed in Staples Corner car crash
Flights cancelled and disrupted after Iran's attack on Israel
Passengers flying to Israel and nearby countries are facing travel disruptions as a result of Iran’s airstrikes over the weekend. EasyJet, Lufthansa, and other airlines have suspended their flights to and from Tel Aviv until at least Tuesday, 16 April. Wizz Air has resumed its flights to Israel but warned that some schedule changes may… Continue reading Flights cancelled and disrupted after Iran's attack on Israel
Standoff continues as MPs prepare to vote on Rwanda bill
MP’s are expected to return to the Commons today to resume voting on the government’s Rwanda bill aimed at discouraging small boat crossings as reports reveal the UK is considering similar plans with other countries including Armenia, Costa Rica and Ivory Coast. The scheme has faced numerous challenges since its announcement in April 2022. However,… Continue reading Standoff continues as MPs prepare to vote on Rwanda bill
London mayoral elections: How will Ulez influence voters?
The Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) expansion has been a contentious issue in London since its implementation in August 2023. Under the Ulez system, vehicle owners whose cars do not meet emissions standards are charged a fee of £12.50 a day to drive through central London, with the intention of improving the city’s air quality.… Continue reading London mayoral elections: How will Ulez influence voters?
Children's waiting lists at an all-time high, report says
A new report from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) has found that more than 22,000 children are waiting for treatment in Northern Ireland, reaching a record high. It also showed waiting lists for general outpatient care increased by 172% over the past seven years, more than double the UK average. The… Continue reading Children's waiting lists at an all-time high, report says