Tag: UK News

The ongoing controversy surrounding Rishi Sunak’s Rwanda immigration scheme dominates the headlines of several newspapers. The Daily Telegraph features an article by former immigration minister Robert Jenrick, who resigned from his position earlier this week. In the piece, Jenrick argues that with current levels of immigration, it is impossible to integrate migrants into British society… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: MPs' anger over Rwanda plan and Christmas supplies hit

Benjamin Zephaniah, who passed away at 65, was a skilled poet who used his words to champion various causes and affect social change. He found solace in communication from a young age and despite dropping out of school at 13, he made a name for himself in dub poetry within two years. He moved to… Continue reading Benjamin Zephaniah: The poet and performer in his own words

The UK government is facing objections from MPs within their own party over plans to send migrants to Rwanda for processing and resettlement. Chancellor Rishi Sunak sees the controversial measures as key to preventing boat crossings of the English Channel. However, last month, the Supreme Court declared that Rwanda wasn’t a safe destination and criticised… Continue reading Rwanda: Tory MPs under pressure to back Rishi Sunak's plan

A pillbox from World War II has recently been uncovered on a sandy beach in East Runton, Norfolk due to winter storms. The structure was previously buried almost up to its roof after a cliff collapsed. However, the stormy seas have jet-washed the pillbox and removed the sand that had previously obscured the view of… Continue reading Storms unearth East Runton World War Two pillbox

Campaigners fighting against sexual violence at Cardiff University are committed to ensuring that the institution is held accountable after claiming they were laughed at by male employees during a staff meeting. The campaign group Time to Act is advocating changes in university procedures following reports from students of sexual misconduct. Among their demands is an… Continue reading Students demand Cardiff University tackles sexual violence

Scotland’s government has been experiencing frequent legal defeats, with the most recent being its failed attempt to challenge the blocking of its gender reform bill. Lady Dorrian, one of Scotland’s most senior judges, revealed that since April 2016, 4,946 civil cases involving the Scottish government have gone to court. Many of these have been high-level… Continue reading Why does the Scottish government keep losing court cases?

Shane MacGowan, the acclaimed songwriter and lead singer of The Pogues, was mourned and celebrated at his funeral ceremony in County Tipperary. The ceremony was attended by hundreds of people, including famous friends like Nick Cave, Johnny Depp, and Bob Geldof. Irish President Michael D Higgins was also present at the Saint Mary of the… Continue reading Shane MacGowan: Tribute to 'trailblazer' at Tipperary funeral

Kevin Sinfield, a Leeds Rhinos legend, has completed his 7 in 7 in 7 Challenge, generating more than £825,000 for motor neurone disease. The fundraiser consisted of seven ultra-marathons over seven consecutive days in seven different cities, including Edinburgh, Dublin, and Birmingham. The goal was to raise £777,000 for motor neurone disease, which he surpassed… Continue reading Kevin Sinfield smashes ultra marathon target for MND

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The UK government’s recent attempt to move some of its asylum seekers to Rwanda has sparked a debate in British politics about whether the scheme will be a success. However, what do the residents of Rwanda think about this deal? Hope Hostel, located in the upscale suburb of Kigali, is the perfect example of this… Continue reading Rwanda: How the country views the UK's asylum deal