Tag: UK News

A new bill proposing a ban on the import of animal hunting trophies will be introduced to the House of Commons, according to Labour MP John Spellar. If passed, the law would mean that the body parts of lions, elephants and zebras killed for sport would be prohibited from entering the UK. This is the… Continue reading Bill to ban trophy hunting imports back in front of MPs

The UK tech industry is concerned about proposed changes to the Investigatory Powers Act, which some have dubbed a “snooper’s charter”. Although the government maintains that its amendments will help keep UK citizens safe, more than a dozen groups and individuals focused on the tech sector and human rights have signed a statement disputing this.… Continue reading 'Mass surveillance' fears over law change plans

An ice cream van in Liverpool is offering frozen food, soup, toiletries, and vegetables at lower prices than supermarkets. The van is the brainchild of Michelle Roach, who set up community interest company New Beginnings, Improving Lives just before the pandemic. Roach also runs a community store, mental health support groups, and an emergency food… Continue reading Inside the ice cream van feeding Liverpool's families

The UK government is facing a crisis over a bill that could cost over £35bn in compensation for women born in the 1950s. A report has called for women affected by changes to pensions to receive payments, following a campaign by the Women Against State Pension Inequality group. The so-called Waspi women are demanding that… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Women 'owed' payouts from £35bn 'Waspi sting'

The health board responsible for providing healthcare in north Wales has not learned from previous incidents, causing concern from coroners. According to Wales’ health minister, Eluned Morgan, 27 of 41 “prevention of future deaths reports” were issued to Betsi Cadwaladr, the health board, since January 2023, before it re-entered special measures in February. To protect… Continue reading Betsi Cadwaladr: Lessons not learned from preventable deaths

Steve Barclay, the UK’s environment secretary, has been questioned over his role in a proposed waste incinerator in his constituency, according to information obtained by the BBC. While Barclay opposes the plant, he also will not have any say in the project as Mark Spencer, a junior minister, will make the decision. Officials raised concerns… Continue reading Officials raise concerns over Steve Barclay's role in local waste project

The British government has put forward a bid to host the Invictus Games in Birmingham in 2027, as part of a bid totalling £26m made through the Office for Veterans’ Affairs. The decision of the successful host city will be made by the Invictus Games Foundation. Founded by Prince Harry in 2014, the Invictus Games… Continue reading UK bids to host 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham

Members of the GMB, one of the UK’s largest trade unions, have voted for industrial action over claims that the organisation has failed to address its “institutional sexism.” The employees, who are based in the North East, Yorkshire, and Humber (NEYH) regions, allege that promised reforms following an internal investigation have not materialised. The enquiry… Continue reading GMB union staff to strike over alleged sexual harassment failures

Scottish Parliament staff are facing new rules that state they are no longer allowed to wear accessories supporting social movements or campaigns while at work. The policy was instigated out of concerns that outward displays of personal beliefs or values could be misconstrued as impartiality when carrying out parliamentary duties. The new rules dictate that… Continue reading Scottish Parliament staff banned from wearing rainbow lanyard

The Land and Property Services (LPS) has confirmed it will not issue rates bills to the owners of the Victoria Square apartments in Belfast this year. Stormont’s finance minister, Caoimhe Archibald, said all ministers were “deeply concerned” about the residents’ plight and were working to find a solution. The residents were advised to leave the… Continue reading Victoria Square apartment owners will not pay rates, minister says