Tag: UK News

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has imposed a £3m fine on an NHS software provider due to security lapses that exposed personal information to a ransomware attack. Advanced Computer Software Group was found responsible for the breach, which jeopardized the data of 79,404 individuals, as disclosed by the UK’s data protection authority. The company, which… Continue reading NHS software provider fined £3m over data breach

The daughter of a woman who tragically lost her life in a horrific incident is advocating for government action to ensure the proper implementation of the Ask for Angela safety scheme. Angela Crompton, the inspiration behind the scheme, was killed by her husband in 2012, with her name now being used as a codeword for… Continue reading Ask for Angela: Daughter wants more to be done to protect women

Reporting by Peter Gillibrand and Tom Richardson for BBC Newsbeat generated an engaging piece delving into the historical background of nuclear disasters such as Fukushima, Three Mile Island, and Chernobyl. However, it significantly highlighted the lesser-known Windscale fire, a nuclear accident that took place in the Lake District, England, and released radioactive material into the… Continue reading Atomfall: How a forgotten nuclear disaster inspired a video game

A recent investigation by the BBC has uncovered a disturbing whisky barrel investment scam that has left victims, including those with terminal illnesses, defrauded of millions of pounds. Individuals were misled into investing their life savings and pensions into casks that were either overpriced or non-existent, with some casks being sold multiple times to different… Continue reading Hundreds lose life savings in whisky barrel scam

The recent announcement by Chancellor Rachel Reeves has sent shockwaves throughout the country. With plans for significant welfare cuts in the works, there are concerns that over 250,000 people could be pushed into poverty. The move comes amidst a challenging economic climate, with forecasts indicating a sharp slowdown in growth to only 1% next year… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Balancing the books on backs of poor' and 'tax rise fears'

The looming possibility of one of Wales’ most iconic canals running dry has sparked concern, with fears that the historic waterway could face water shortages in a matter of days. The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, which is set to celebrate its 225th anniversary this year, has been grappling with an “urgent” water crisis, prompting calls… Continue reading Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal could run dry in days, operators warn

Brian Wheeler provides insights into Rachel Reeves’s Spring Statement, where she enacted changes to the welfare budget and increased defense spending in an effort to stimulate the economy. The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) adjusted its growth forecast for the year, citing global instability as a major factor contributing to a new era of national… Continue reading Rachel Reeves squeezes benefits as 2025 growth forecast halved in Spring Statement

Firefighters have been deployed to tackle yet another blaze in the Mourne Mountains, this time on Slieve Binnian. The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) sent six fire engines and a command support unit to the scene on Wednesday evening. This incident comes after a large gorse fire on the same mountain earlier in… Continue reading Mourne Mountains: Slieve Binnian on fire for second time this week

The Office for Students (OfS) has issued warnings to universities regarding freedom of speech rules, stating that institutions could potentially face substantial fines. One prominent example of this crackdown was when the University of Sussex was fined £585,000 following an investigation by the OfS. The institution was found in violation of freedom of speech guidelines,… Continue reading Future free speech fines could be worth millions, unis warned

NatWest and Nigel Farage have come to an agreement regarding the closure of his bank account, ending a long-standing dispute. Almost two years ago, the leader of Reform UK had his account with Coutts, a prestigious private bank owned by NatWest Group, shut down. This incident sparked a public feud between Farage and the bank,… Continue reading Farage and NatWest agree to settle row over bank account closure