Tag: UK News

A cautionary tale was shared by a family court judge after a sperm donor, Robert Charles Albon, known as Joe Donor, claimed to have fathered more than 180 children through unregulated sperm donation. This story took a troubling turn when Mr. Albon took legal action to assert parental rights over a child conceived by a… Continue reading Sperm donation: Judge warns over man who 'fathered 180 children'

Assisted dying legislation in England and Wales is under scrutiny following a possible change to safeguarding measures. Broadcaster Dame Esther Rantzen, who has terminal cancer, expressed her relief after MPs voted in favor of the proposed law. Debates surrounding the bill have intensified following the alteration of oversight of applications from a judge to a… Continue reading Paper headlines: Ukraine needs US support and Kate's prison visit

Political reporter Sam Francis reported that the government in England is implementing measures to restrict the amount of benefits rogue landlords can receive for substandard properties. This announcement accompanies a £300 million investment to construct more affordable housing, with a projected 2,800 new homes to be completed within the next year. As part of this… Continue reading Government plans to stop 'housing benefit going to rogue landlords'

A recent advertisement from fashion brand Next has been deemed inappropriate and banned by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). The ASA found that the model in the ad appeared “unhealthily thin” due to the camera angle, pose, and styling used. While the model had previously appeared in other photos where she did not look unhealthily… Continue reading Next ad banned as pose made model look too thin

Experts are on the hunt for rare British daffodils that are at risk of disappearing from history, and they are looking for the public’s help in tracking down these elusive blooms. These long-lost daffodil varieties, such as the vibrant “bonfire yellow” daffodil associated with bonfire nights in Sussex, are believed to be hiding in gardens… Continue reading Daffodil hunt: The search for rare flowers lost from history

BBC Investigations reporter Jim Wheble uncovered that online retailer Amazon is prohibiting the sale of car number plates on its platform after an investigation revealed illegal supply practices. The investigation revealed that seven companies on Amazon were distributing plates without verifying customers’ documents to confirm their legal entitlement. According to UK regulations, it is illegal… Continue reading Amazon: Retailer bans car number plates as illegal supply found

A dispute over repairs has escalated in schools across Stoke-on-Trent, as they are bound by a multi-million-pound Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contract. The schools have expressed concerns that the private firm responsible for maintenance may not complete all necessary repairs before the contract expires in October. BBC News has conducted a thorough investigation into the… Continue reading Schools tell BBC about 'astronomical' repair bills as 25-year PFI contract heads into meltdown

The recent measures introduced by the Home Office have made it significantly harder for refugees who arrive in the UK via small boats to obtain British citizenship. According to the new guidance, individuals who enter the UK unlawfully will typically be denied citizenship, regardless of how long it has been since their arrival. The strengthened… Continue reading UK to reject 'dangerous journey' refugees citizenship

Heathrow Airport is gearing up to announce a significant investment plan to expand two of its terminals as it prepares to propose a third runway to the government later this year. Chief executive Thomas Woldbye will reveal funding on Wednesday to boost capacity at terminals two and five, revamp the airfield, and enhance bus connections.… Continue reading Heathrow to expand two terminals ahead of third runway

Authors Zoe Kleinman and Liv McMahon reported on the UK and US’s decision to not sign an international agreement on artificial intelligence (AI) at the global summit in Paris. The agreement was signed by numerous countries, including France, China, and India, committing to an “open”, “inclusive”, and “ethical” approach to AI development. The UK government… Continue reading UK and US refuse to sign international AI declaration