Tag: UK News

Hopwood DePree, a former US filmmaker, has initiated legal action against Rochdale Borough Council in the High Court to acquire control over Hopwood Hall in Middleton, Greater Manchester. DePree has been leading efforts to preserve the historic property since 2017 and asserts that he adhered to an agreement with the council that granted him the… Continue reading US filmmaker in legal battle over 'Downton Shabby'

The newest book written by former royal correspondent for The Times, Valentine Low, is causing a stir with its revelations about the royal family and their interactions with politics. “Power and the Palace,” set to be released next week, delves into the intricate relationship between the royals and the political world. Among the most captivating… Continue reading Seven claims made in new royal book from Brexit to Coronation

The importance of rehabilitation The closure of the Safer Living Foundation raises important questions about how society views and deals with sex offenders. While the idea of rehabilitating those who have committed sexual crimes may be controversial, there is evidence to suggest that it can be effective in reducing reoffending rates. By providing a safe… Continue reading How a scheme helped prevent sex offenders committing more crimes

Political reporter, Sam Francis, reports on Baroness Sue Gray’s challenge to the government’s decision to limit a civil service internship scheme to working-class students. The Labour peer questioned the rationale behind last month’s announcement to restrict a Whitehall internship to students from “lower socio-economic backgrounds”. The government defended the change, stating that it will bring… Continue reading Sue Gray questions working class-only civil service internship

Richard Tice, the deputy leader of Reform UK, has emphasized that there is no turmoil in the councils under his party’s administration, and there are strategies in place to achieve “hundreds of millions of pounds” in savings. In a discussion with the BBC, Tice rejected the notion that his party had introduced chaos to County… Continue reading 'No chaos' in Durham County Council, Reform UK deputy says

The front pages of newspapers are dominated by news of Father Ted creator Graham Linehan’s arrest and soaring borrowing costs, grabbing the attention of readers on Wednesday. The Metro highlights Linehan’s “fury” following his arrest at Heathrow Airport under suspicion of inciting violence through social media posts. It details how Linehan was taken into custody… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Fury' over Father Ted creator arrest and 'nervy bond markets'

Police forces are feeling the strain this summer due to protests surrounding the use of hotels for housing asylum seekers, according to Chief Constable Gavin Stephens, chair of the National Police Chiefs’ Council. Stephens emphasized the need for leaders in the UK to work towards reducing tension and avoiding division, as the police are facing… Continue reading Asylum protests putting police under chronic pressure, chief says

The tragic death of two-year-old Ethan Ives-Griffiths at the hands of his grandparents, Michael and Kerry Ives, has sparked outrage and calls for accountability. Ethan, who was on the child protection register, suffered significant abuse while in their care before succumbing to a catastrophic brain injury in August 2021. His mother, Shannon Ives, was also… Continue reading Garden City toddler murdered by grandparents 'failed by system'

A man named Roy Owen from Selkirk, who was admitted to Borders General Hospital (BGH) in Melrose for palliative care in May 2023, was left in “unnecessary pain” according to the nursing staff at the hospital. Despite requiring 24-hour palliative care, the 79-year-old with prostate cancer felt neglected by the hospital’s medical team, who repeatedly… Continue reading Dying cancer patient left in 'unnecessary pain' at Borders hospital

On Monday night, a stunning display of the Northern Lights graced the skies of the UK, captivating onlookers with its breathtaking beauty. This mesmerizing phenomenon was captured in a timelapse video above the North Sea, comprising 782 individual photographs taken over a span of three hours and 40 minutes. The footage was filmed from Flamborough… Continue reading Timelapse shows Northern Lights display over North Sea