Tag: UK News

A fire has broken out at a luxury hotel in London, prompting the evacuation of around 100 people from the five-star establishment. The blaze at Chiltern Firehouse in Marylebone began in the ducting leading from the ground floor to the roof of the building, with a plant room at roof level also catching fire, according… Continue reading Chiltern Firehouse: Dozens evacuated as fire breaks out at hotel

The High Court is currently handling a personal injury claim filed by a former chief executive of S4C against her previous employer. Sian Doyle, who was dismissed from the Welsh language broadcaster in November 2023, has accused her former workplace of creating a hostile environment, leading to significant harm to her health and well-being. In… Continue reading Former S4C boss files personal injury claim against the channel

Rachel Reeves, the chancellor, faced scrutiny recently after BBC News reported allegations that she had exaggerated her online CV and was under investigation for her expenses during her time at Halifax Bank of Scotland (HBOS). Despite this, her colleagues in the Labour Party have come to her defense, with Sir Keir Starmer praising her handling… Continue reading Rachel Reeves: What we've learned about her expenses and Labour response

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, expressed her love for Prince Harry in a heartfelt Valentine’s Day message, declaring her eternal dedication to sharing burgers, fries, and fish and chips with him. Despite the healthy eating trends in California, Meghan’s message emphasized her unwavering commitment to indulging in comfort food alongside her husband. Meanwhile, Prince Harry… Continue reading Loved-up royals share Valentine's Day photos

Tarah Welsh, a housing correspondent, sheds light on a disturbing situation that unfolded in March 2024. Ben, a resident of an ex-council flat in Wandsworth, was disturbed in the early hours by his neighbor shouting profanities, creating a feeling of threat. This behavior was captured on Ben’s doorbell camera, adding to a long list of… Continue reading 'Trapped in our home' – Doorbell camera captures neighbour's abuse and threats

During an employment tribunal in Dundee, a nurse manager, Esther Davidson, defended her decision to suspend an emergency department nurse in order to prioritize patient safety. The nurse in question, Sandie Peggie, took legal action against NHS Fife and Dr. Beth Upton after being suspended following an altercation in the female changing room at Victoria… Continue reading NHS Fife manager defends suspension of trans row nurse Sandie Peggie

A man has been found guilty of defrauding a city council out of £710,000 by pretending to be a property manager for bakery chain Greggs. Aftab Baig, 47, made fraudulent small business grant claims from Leeds City Council against 32 properties which he claimed were branches of the firm during the Covid pandemic in May… Continue reading Man cons Leeds City Council out of £710,000 in 'Greggs' swindle

A new strategy by President Donald Trump has UK businesses concerned about the potential implications of increased trade taxes. Trump’s plan involves developing “reciprocal tariffs” based on trading agreements with individual countries, including imports and exports. While the UK’s trading relationship was believed to be less susceptible to tariffs, the inclusion of Value Added Tax… Continue reading Trump tariff VAT threat raises prospects of hit to UK

A labor union claims that thousands of Uber, Bolt, and Addison Lee drivers will be going offline during peak hours on Valentine’s Day to protest for improved pay and working conditions. The strike, organized by the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain (IWGB), is scheduled from 16:00 to 22:00 GMT across the UK. The IWGB… Continue reading Uber, Bolt and Addison Lee drivers set for Valentine's Day strike

A former employee of Halifax Bank of Scotland, Chancellor Rachel Reeves, recently denied any knowledge of concerns raised about her expenses during her time at the bank. According to a BBC News investigation, Reeves was the subject of a detailed whistleblowing complaint that questioned her use of company funds. Despite this, Reeves maintained that she… Continue reading Rachel Reeves: No concerns raised with me about my expenses