Tag: UK News

Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile has been hit by a rash of shoplifting and smash-and-grab raids, with thieves making off with thousands of pounds of high-end goods over recent months. Traders in the area have described the situation as “lawless” and CCTV footage has captured a man kicking in a window at night before stealing armfuls… Continue reading Moment Royal Mile thief stuffs gloves into his trousers

Cheryl Fergison, best known for her role as Heather Trott on EastEnders, has opened up about her struggles with finances after leaving the show. Fergison, now 60, told the Sunday Mirror that her troubles began when she was diagnosed with womb cancer in 2015, which caused her to leave acting. Following a hysterectomy and early… Continue reading Cheryl Fergison: EastEnders star used food bank after leaving show

The highly anticipated Glastonbury Festival 2025 has sold out in under 40 minutes, breaking records for ticket sell-out times according to event organisers. Fans who did not secure a ticket during the first round of sales will have another chance to purchase a ticket through a resale of any cancelled or returned tickets in the… Continue reading Glastonbury 2025 tickets sell out in under 40 minutes

Police have launched a double murder inquiry after two people were stabbed in the Moss Side area of Manchester. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said that despite the best efforts of emergency services, both victims died at the scene. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. A cordon has been established and police have asked… Continue reading Moss Side double murder inquiry launched after two stabbed

Kathleen Alexandra Warmington has been dismissed from her post as a mental health nurse for serious misconduct after she made “inappropriate comments” about vulnerable patients. Warmington was suspended for 18 months, but it will be replaced with permanent suspension, although she does have the option to appeal. She had 20 years of mental health experience… Continue reading Northamptonshire nurse said she would've drowned patient at birth

The Scottish National Party (SNP) has suggested a reduction in the number of staff in its headquarters by over a third. The current headcount of 26 will be cut to 16 under the proposed measures, which were approved following a meeting of the party’s national executive committee (NEC) on Saturday. A voluntary redundancy plan has… Continue reading SNP plans to cut staff at party headquarters

Recently, two classic British cars that had been hidden in a barn for more than 40 years were sold for more than the estimated sale prices. The 1921 Talbot Darracq and 1952 Mercedes-Benz 220 Type A convertible had been the pride and joy of their late owner, and the “barn-find dust” covering both cars is… Continue reading Rare cars hidden in Suffolk barn since 1980s sell at auction

Former fraudster Alex Wood has been advising law firms, insurers and local councils on strategies to tackle fraud following his release from jail in 2022. Speaking at Oxford City Council’s ninth annual Fraud Conference, Wood suggested that artificial intelligence (AI) is the next big threat in the fight against fraud. He explained, “AI enables fraudsters… Continue reading The former fraudster helping councils catch criminals

The UK government has promised nearly £1bn to develop bus transit systems nationwide. The country’s Department for Transport states that every corner of the UK will see the introduction of “London-style” bus services, with funds being allocated according to population and levels of deprivation. In previous years, the areas that were due for investment were determined through competition.… Continue reading 'London-style' buses to be delivered nationwide with £1bn boost

With hundreds of farmers set to take to the streets of London in protest against inheritance tax proposals, the UK’s farming minister, Daniel Zeichner, has insisted that less than 500 farms a year will be affected by the changes. Zeichner dismissed claims made by the National Farmers Union (NFU) after the chancellor announced that the… Continue reading Farming minister urges farmers to look closely at tax plans