Tag: UK News

Martin Barber/BBC The Norfolk and Suffolk Broads is a picturesque stretch of waterways that spans 125 miles (200km). However, not all boaters using these waterways have been abiding by the rules set out by the Broads Authority. In 2024, the authority issued 1,708 notices to boat owners, which accounts for approximately 14% of the 12,000… Continue reading More boats ignore tolls on Norfolk and Suffolk Broads – authority

A play depicting the daring journey of the unofficial England women’s team that participated in the 1971 Women’s World Cup is returning to its roots, according to its creator. Nicole Lockwood-West, the playwright behind The Lost Lionesses, drew inspiration from her aunt Christine Lockwood, one of the members of the renegade team that captivated a… Continue reading Lost Lionesses play 'is coming home' to Bedfordshire, writer says

BBC News reporters Maia Davies and Holly Phillips have brought the latest updates on British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant. The government has taken swift action to ensure the plant’s blast furnaces continue to operate by securing essential raw materials. An emergency law passed through Parliament grants the government control of the site to prevent its Chinese… Continue reading British Steel: Government races to keep Scunthorpe furnaces burning

Eliza Rain, a 28-year-old Londoner living with a chronic pain condition, has faced challenges while using the Transport for London (TfL) “Please Offer Me A Seat” badge and card scheme. The scheme, aimed at helping individuals with disabilities and health conditions secure a seat on public transport, recently celebrated its eighth anniversary. Despite its noble… Continue reading TfL 'Please Offer Me a Seat' badge users share their experiences

Rory McIlroy achieved his lifelong dream of winning the Masters at Augusta National on Sunday after a career-defining victory in a dramatic final round. McIlroy outlasted Justin Rose in a sudden-death play-off to secure his first green jacket and complete the career Grand Slam. The emotional journey of 14 years of striving for this moment… Continue reading Masters 2025: Rory McIlroy beats Justin Rose in play-off to clinch career Grand Slam

Barry O’Connor of BBC News NI has recently shared a photo of one of the Disappeared, Seamus Maguire from Aghagallon, County Antrim, who vanished nearly 50 years ago. The Independent Commission for the Location of Victims’ Remains (ICLVR) released the image alongside an appeal for any information related to Mr. Maguire. Originally, it was believed… Continue reading The Disappeared: Fresh appeal launched for Seamus Maguire

may want to sell off the struggling Royal Mail business and focus on the more profitable GLS. He insists that he sees value in both parts of the business and is committed to turning around the fortunes of Royal Mail. The sale of Royal Mail to a foreign investor like Mr. Kretinsky has raised concerns… Continue reading Royal Mail: What made a billionaire want to buy this fading relic

A parliamentary report has highlighted the lack of preparedness of police forces during riots that erupted after the tragic murder of three children in Southport last summer. According to the Home Affairs Committee, officers were left vulnerable to “significant risk” during the disorder, which resulted in attacks on hotels housing asylum seekers and mosques. Despite… Continue reading Some police forces unprepared for summer riots, MPs find

The recent government seizure of British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant has sparked concerns about the future of the facility. The Metro’s front page describes the situation as a “blast chance saloon,” highlighting the government’s urgent need to secure raw materials to keep the blast furnaces operational. Ministers have accused the plant’s owners of depleting existing materials… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Blast chance saloon' and 'Katy roars into space'

The recent assault on three prison officers at a high-security facility is still under investigation, according to counter-terrorism authorities. The Prison Officers’ Association (POA) reported that Hashem Abedi, one of the individuals involved in the Manchester Arena bombing, attacked the officers, resulting in them being hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred at HMP Frankland… Continue reading Investigation continues after Hashem Abedi attacks prison officers