Tag: UK News

A 20-year-old man was arrested at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary last Friday after allegedly posing as a member of staff. The man is thought to have claimed to be a medical student and a doctor over a period of several months. He was apprehended by emergency department staff at the hospital. Police confirmed that the man… Continue reading Man arrested after allegedly posing as doctor at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Police in south London have shot dead a man armed with a crossbow after he tried to force his way inside a home in Surrey Quays. Officers responded to a call just before 5:00 GMT after the man, believed to be in his 30s, threatened to harm residents inside the property. The Metropolitan Police said… Continue reading Man armed with crossbow shot dead by police in London

A proposed new voting system for the next Welsh Parliament election has sparked concern among politicians. The Welsh Parliament is set to expand from 60 to 96 members, with 16 new constituencies each electing six candidates through a closed list system. Critics have warned that the proposed system gives all the power to political parties,… Continue reading Bigger Senedd voting changes confusing, says Labour MS

On Thursday, a ban will go into effect prohibiting individuals from keeping American XL bullies unless they receive an exemption. The dog breed has been classified as dangerous following fatal attacks on humans by XL bullies. The ban has caused a surge in XL bullies being surrendered or abandoned at shelters – more than 30,000… Continue reading American XL bully ban: Owners and victims speak out

Bala Town FC has invited former footballer and BBC presenter Gary Lineker to visit their ground and watch a game after he made a joke about the Welsh Premier League being a “farmers’ league.” The comment was made during BBC One’s coverage of the FA Cup tie between Newport County and Manchester United when the… Continue reading Gary Lineker invited to Wales after 'farmers' league' joke

After nearly two years, the DUP’s executive has voted in support of a deal to return to power sharing in Northern Ireland. Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, party leader, has confirmed that the deal proposed a basis for the DUP to reform an executive. However, it’s subject to the UK Parliament passing new legislation, and final agreement… Continue reading DUP executive endorses deal to restore devolution at Stormont

At a summit in Stranraer, businesses, campaigners, and politicians discussed the need for upgrades to the A75 and A77 routes in Scotland. They called for a clear timeline for the improvements. The summit heard from several individuals and groups who expressed concerns about the roads, including one lorry driver who said driving them could feel… Continue reading Driving the A75 and A77 'can be like Russian Roulette'

A teenager named Ioan was devastated when his mother was sentenced to five years in prison for drug offenses when he was just 13 years old. He felt alone and wished to be around his mother more than ever before. However, Ioan is now 15 and is supporting a new scheme launched by the Prison… Continue reading Wrexham schools help pupils with prisoner parents

A father and daughter, who were seriously injured in the Manchester Arena bombing in 2017, are suing a conspiracy theorist who claims the attack was faked. Martin and Eve Hibbert are taking legal action against Richard Hall for harassment, misuse of private information, and data protection infringement. Mr. Hibbert was left paralysed from the waist… Continue reading Manchester Arena attack survivors sue conspiracy theorist

The controversial Rwanda bill proposed by Chancellor Rishi Sunak faces its first test as it goes through the House of Lords. Despite significant opposition from peers, including the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Lib Dems are expected to fail in their bid to block the bill completely. However, it is anticipated that key powers will be… Continue reading Rwanda Bill faces first of several key tests in Lords