An investigation into Angela Rayner, the deputy leader of the Labour Party, has been launched by the Greater Manchester Police over allegations of electoral law violations regarding the sale of her council house. Rayner, who denies the allegations, has been accused of providing false information about her primary residence. The police were prompted to take… Continue reading Police investigate Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner over council house sale
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Sheffield 'Good Samaritan' murder-accused admits danger driving death charge
A man accused of causing the death of Chris Marriott, who was hit by a car whilst helping a stricken woman during a family walk, has denied charges of murder and manslaughter, but has admitted to causing death by dangerous driving. The driver, Hassan Jhangur, appeared at Sheffield Crown Court, where he also denied charges… Continue reading Sheffield 'Good Samaritan' murder-accused admits danger driving death charge
Keir Starmer: Labour commitment to nuclear weapons unshakeable
Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party in the UK, has voiced his unwavering commitment to the country’s nuclear arsenal. Writing in the Daily Mail, Starmer called the creation of the NHS and an independent British nuclear program “towering achievements” of the post-1945 Labour government, adding that his commitment to the UK’s nuclear… Continue reading Keir Starmer: Labour commitment to nuclear weapons unshakeable
GDP: Economy grew in February increasing hopes UK is out of recession
The UK economy received a much-needed boost in February, growing by 0.1%, signalling hopes of a potential exit from the recent recession. Official figures, released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), indicated that areas such as the car industry triggered the growth, despite construction being negatively impacted by wet weather. The estimates provide an… Continue reading GDP: Economy grew in February increasing hopes UK is out of recession
National Trust Eryri farm tenancy concerns over television show
The National Trust is facing criticism over its process to find a tenant to manage Llyndy Isaf farm in Nant Gwynant, Eryri, which is also known as Snowdonia. The Trust plans to appoint someone to manage the 613-acre national park for 15 years, with Channel 4 following the new tenant’s arrival for a TV programme.… Continue reading National Trust Eryri farm tenancy concerns over television show
Newspaper headlines: Trident 'safe in Labour's hands' and OJ dead at 76
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has pledged his commitment to the UK’s nuclear deterrent and vowed to increase military spending to 2.5% of the GDP if he becomes Prime Minister. In an interview with the i, he also said defence would be the “number one issue” for his government. Meanwhile, in the Daily Mail, Sir… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Trident 'safe in Labour's hands' and OJ dead at 76
Fresh questions for Steve Barclay on incinerator decision
Newly released correspondence has raised questions about Environment Secretary Steve Barclay’s involvement in a temporary government ban on new incinerators affecting a plant being developed in his constituency. Mr Barclay had promised to fight the plant in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. An order to stop granting new permits was imposed by Sir Mark Spencer, a junior minister… Continue reading Fresh questions for Steve Barclay on incinerator decision
NHS spring Covid booster jab booking service to open
England’s National Health Service (NHS) will start accepting bookings for free Covid-19 booster vaccines from eligible individuals on Monday. Anyone aged 75 or older and those with weakened immune systems can make an appointment online on the NHS website, via smartphone app, or by calling 119. Boosters help maintain immunity, which diminishes over time, and… Continue reading NHS spring Covid booster jab booking service to open
Skateboarding: Teen celebrates as new sports added to Wales GCSE
Osian George, a 15-year-old skateboarder from Cross Hands, Carmarthenshire, has campaigned for skateboarding to be included in school qualifications and Wales has now added it to the list of approved GCSE sports. Skateboarding is one of 13 new sports added to the approved list for GCSE level physical education in Wales. Other newly permitted activities… Continue reading Skateboarding: Teen celebrates as new sports added to Wales GCSE
Foreign Secretary heads to Brussels for post-Brexit Gibraltar talks
Lord David Cameron, the UK’s Foreign Secretary, will be attending negotiations in Brussels with Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares, European Commission Vice President Maroš Šefčovič, and Gibraltar Chief Minister Fabian Picardo regarding Gibraltar’s post-Brexit relationship with the EU. The negotiation is likely to focus on border management. Despite this, the meeting is not anticipated… Continue reading Foreign Secretary heads to Brussels for post-Brexit Gibraltar talks