Tag: UK News

Levi Williams, a 25-year-old apprentice jockey, has made a court appearance in connection with the tragic death of a pensioner following a brawl outside a pub. The incident took place in Newmarket, Suffolk, where police responded to reports of a confrontation involving four individuals around 3:40 PM on March 8th. During the altercation outside the… Continue reading Apprentice jockey Levi Williams in court charged with murder

The refuse workers in Birmingham have been on strike for more than a week now, leading to a build-up of garbage throughout the city. Members of the Unite union initially started with sporadic strikes back in January, but recently escalated to a full-blown strike as a result of disagreements over wages and working conditions. As… Continue reading 'You can smell the stench': Birmingham bin strikes cause chaos

An inquiry into SNP finances, known as Operation Branchform, has been ongoing for nearly four years. The investigation has led to significant developments, including the announcement that former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is no longer a suspect. Additionally, Peter Murrell, ex-SNP chief executive and Sturgeon’s husband, faced charges of embezzlement at Edinburgh Sheriff Court. Despite… Continue reading Nicola Sturgeon no longer a suspect in SNP finances investigation

Kemi Badenoch, the Conservative Party leader, has set a somber tone ahead of the upcoming local elections, warning her party of the challenges they will face. Speaking at their campaign launch in Buckinghamshire, Badenoch acknowledged the tough road ahead but promised voters “lower taxes and better services” if they supported the Conservatives. These elections mark… Continue reading Badenoch warns Tories of difficult local elections

The recent data revealed a significant decrease in the number of overseas students enrolled in Scottish universities, dropping by nearly 10,000 in the previous year. These students, whose presence had peaked in the preceding year, provided vital tuition fees that played a crucial role in funding the institutions. According to figures from HESA (Higher Education… Continue reading Big drop in overseas students at Scottish universities

On her 95th birthday, a resident of south London decided to mark the occasion in a unique way – by participating in a Zumba class. Mary Marson, who hails from Surrey Quays, has been a regular attendee of these energetic dance classes for three days a week starting from 2017. This great-grandmother’s dedication to staying… Continue reading Zumba-loving great-grandmother toasts 95th birthday with class

Helena Costa, a 31-year-old mother of three, residing on the Mursell Estate in Lambeth, South London, expresses her delight in seeing the removal or replacement of No Ball Games signs with basketball hoops. This initiative, led by the charity London Sport and the London Lions basketball team, aims to encourage more children to play outside… Continue reading 'Removing No Ball Games signs will help kids play'

In a recent study conducted by the Office for National Statistics, it has been revealed that Belfast has been declared as the happiest place in the United Kingdom. This surprising revelation has sparked curiosity among many, prompting an investigation into what makes Belfast stand out in terms of happiness levels. The World Happiness Report further… Continue reading Lost wallets in Belfast: Does being happy make you more honest?

Becky Burke, a 28-year-old tourist, was brought home to Wales after spending 19 days in the United States, according to her parents. Paul and Andrea Burke mentioned that their daughter was taken from a detention center in chains, similar to Hannibal Lecter, upon her arrival. The Northwest ICE Processing Center stated that individuals violating immigration… Continue reading Welsh tourist in US chained 'like Hannibal Lecter'

Written by Lisa Summers, a health correspondent for BBC Scotland, the article highlights the struggles faced by many medical practices in Scotland which are unable to afford to hire new GPs, despite government promises aimed at improving access to family doctors. Trainee GPs are also experiencing difficulties finding both permanent and temporary job opportunities. The… Continue reading Doctors say they cannot afford to recruit new GPs