Tag: UK News

The father of Olly Stephens, a teenager tragically killed in 2021, has expressed his support for a government proposal to ban social media use for children under the age of 16. He believes that if such a restriction had been implemented at the time of his son’s death, Olly would still be alive today. This… Continue reading Father of murdered teenager welcomes under-16s social media ban

London’s Shaftesbury Theatre is set to undergo a significant change as it will be renamed in honour of the esteemed actress Dame Judi Dench. This decision celebrates her remarkable and enduring impact on British theatre and the broader performing arts community. The theatre’s leadership highlighted the strong historical connections Dame Judi has maintained with the… Continue reading Shaftesbury Theatre in West End to be named after Dame Judi Dench

The jury hearing the sexual abuse case against Sir Jeffrey Donaldson was urged to recognise that the impact of his alleged actions against two women during their childhoods can no longer be ignored. This was emphasized during the prosecution’s closing argument at Newry Crown Court. Rosemary Walsh KC, representing the prosecution, highlighted that the severity… Continue reading Jeffrey Donaldson trial: Sex abuse allegations cannot be 'brushed under the carpet any longer'

Two men involved in a violent gang feud were sentenced to prison for firebombing a house in Edinburgh under orders from a “boss” based in Dubai. The attack, which badly damaged the semi-detached property, took place in the early hours of 4 April 2025. Richard Ordish, aged 19, and Kurtis Young, 42, were captured on… Continue reading Two jailed for Edinburgh firebombing 'ordered by gang boss in Dubai'

A man has been granted bail following an incident that took place nine years ago in south-west London, where a woman was reportedly pushed into the path of a bus. The event was captured on CCTV in May 2017, showing a jogger running along Putney Bridge and seemingly shoving the woman onto the road. Fortunately,… Continue reading Man bailed after woman pushed into path of bus on Putney Bridge

Tina Daheley has revealed that she is stepping down from her role as the newsreader on BBC Radio 2’s breakfast show, ending a remarkable seven-year tenure. This change concludes an 18-year streak of early morning shifts for Daheley, who has delivered the news across various BBC breakfast programs hosted by the likes of Chris Moyles,… Continue reading Tina Daheley: Newsreader to leave Radio 2 breakfast show

Kensington Palace has confirmed that Prince George will start attending Eton College this coming September. This decision means he will continue a family tradition, following the path of his father, the Prince of Wales, who was also educated at this prestigious institution in Berkshire. Eton is known for its high tuition fees, which currently amount… Continue reading Prince George to attend Eton College from September

The Welsh government has announced an additional investment of £55 million for this year aimed at expanding childcare access for two-year-old children. This funding is expected to create around 3,300 new childcare places, each offering 12.5 hours of care per week. This move is part of a broader strategy to improve childcare provision across Wales,… Continue reading Welsh government says it has found £55m to boost childcare for two-year-olds

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed his relief that justice has been served following the conviction of two individuals responsible for arson attacks on properties linked to him. Speaking from the G7 summit in France, he emphasized his gratitude on behalf of his family. Addressing the incident, Starmer described the attack as serious and noted… Continue reading Starmer pleased 'justice has been done' after arson attacks

The court proceedings have begun for the driver involved in a tragic crash that claimed the lives of two young girls at a school in south-west London. On 6 July 2023, a Land Rover driven by Claire Freemantle collided with an end-of-term tea party held on the lawn of The Study Preparatory School in Wimbledon.… Continue reading Woman in court over fatal Wimbledon school crash