Tag: UK News

A significant flooding event has forced the evacuation of residents in a village near Cardiff following an incident at a nearby quarry. In Gwaelod-y-Garth, several homes reported water levels reaching as high as five feet (1.5 meters), prompting road closures and emergency response efforts. Authorities have advised people to avoid the area as emergency services… Continue reading Gwaelod-y-Garth residents evacuated after flood strikes village

The Supreme Court has agreed to review the contentious ban imposed on the protest group Palestine Action under terrorism legislation. This ruling marks a significant setback for the Home Office, as the court granted permission on Thursday for the group’s co-founder, Huda Ammori, to appeal against the ban that took effect in July 2025. Although… Continue reading Palestine Action ban to be reviewed by Supreme Court

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has stated that in his discussions with US President Donald Trump, he committed to taking a “pragmatic approach” regarding North Sea oil and gas. Trump has consistently called for the UK to increase drilling in the region and claimed that Burnham pledged to “open up the North Sea” during their initial… Continue reading Burnham says he told Trump UK will be pragmatic about North Sea oil

A five-year-old child who had gone missing in Badsey, Worcestershire, was found deceased in a body of water. West Mercia Police responded to reports of the missing child on Wednesday evening and discovered the child unresponsive in the water. Despite immediate medical attention, the child was later pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities believe the… Continue reading Five-year-old dead after being found in water

Greek authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a Scottish woman whose body was discovered inside a suitcase. Elisabeth-Jane Ross, aged 38, was located in an abandoned building in Athens’ Kypseli neighborhood on 18 July. It is reported that a homeless individual stumbled upon the scene. Ross is believed to have passed… Continue reading Greek police probe 'foul play' in death of woman found in suitcase

A court has been informed that several victims of Robert Bush, a disgraced undertaker, have yet to receive refunds for funeral plans that turned out to be fraudulent. Over an 11-year period, Bush defrauded 172 individuals, amassing approximately £562,000, according to Hull Crown Court. The 48-year-old had operated through his business, Legacy Independent Funeral Directors,… Continue reading Victims of Legacy boss Robert Bush 'unable to get funeral plan refunds'

A tragic case unfolded at Teesside Crown Court where a mother and her boyfriend received life sentences for the abuse and murder of the mother’s two-year-old daughter, Isabelle Welsh. Once described as a “happy and thriving” toddler, Isabelle’s life took a devastating turn after her mother, Alexandra Walker, formed a relationship with Harrison Simpson in… Continue reading Thornaby mum and boyfriend jailed for murdering girl

Robert Jenrick, representing Reform UK, has called on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to explicitly rule out any future tax increases as a means to fund reforms in adult social care across England. Burnham has expressed a preference for reviewing current government budgets before considering tax hikes, though he has not dismissed the possibility entirely. He… Continue reading Jenrick urges Burnham to rule out tax rises to fund social care

The Bank of England has maintained the UK interest rate at 3.75% for the fifth consecutive time, as it carefully monitors the economic impact of fluctuating energy costs. This decision reflects an ongoing evaluation of how unpredictable changes in the price of energy influence the broader economy. This interest rate level directly affects the cost… Continue reading Interest rates held at 3.75% by Bank of England

ScotRail has admitted to significant difficulties following the rollout of its new ticket booking app on Thursday morning, which caused widespread problems for passengers attempting to purchase train tickets. The new platform replaced the previous system managed by Trainline, but its launch was marred by technical glitches that prevented many users from completing bookings. Complaints… Continue reading ScotRail apology as passengers unable to book tickets in app launch chaos