Tag: UK News

A new study has revealed that Wales is the most challenging part of Great Britain for first-time buyers looking to purchase a home. The report, conducted by Skipton Group building society, identified six out of the 10 least affordable areas in Britain to be located within Wales. This index takes into account various factors such… Continue reading Wales least affordable part of Britain for first-time buyers

Hsin-Yi Lo reported on the efforts of an animal sanctuary in South East to raise funds for a rescued sheep in critical condition. Lotus Lamb & Sheep Sanctuary took in Hope, a Wiltshire horn sheep, two weeks ago. The sheep was severely malnourished, dehydrated, and unable to stand upon arrival at the sanctuary. Hayley Hubbard,… Continue reading West Sussex wheelchair fundraiser for sheep which 'keeps falling over'

Giancarlo Rinaldi reports for BBC Scotland News on the unexpected but appreciated impact of global music superstar Calvin Harris in his hometown of Dumfries. Despite his worldwide success in the music industry, Harris has taken on a smaller venture as one of the owners of the Coach and Horses pub in Dumfries. This pub has… Continue reading Calvin Harris' pub helps his hometown Dumfries' music scene

A recent development in the tragic incident involving the death of a schoolboy in Glasgow has seen a third teenage boy being apprehended by authorities. Amen Teklay, a 15-year-old, was discovered severely injured in Clarendon Street, Maryhill on 5 March, and unfortunately, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Police Scotland confirmed the arrest and… Continue reading Third teenager arrested over Amen Teklay death

Esther Ghey, the mother of murdered teenager Brianna Ghey, expressed her doubts about social media companies prioritizing profit over lives. Speaking at the screening of ITV’s new documentary, Brianna: A Mother’s Story, Esther delved into the tragic death of her 16-year-old daughter, who was killed by two teenagers. Scarlet Jenkinson and Eddie Ratcliffe, both 15… Continue reading Esther Ghey says social media firms won't put lives before profit

Princess Beatrice recently spoke out about the early birth of her daughter as an experience that was both challenging and “humbling.” Athena Elizabeth Rose arrived several weeks ahead of schedule, weighing 4lb 5oz (2kg) at London’s Chelsea and Westminster Hospital on January 22. In an article for British Vogue, the granddaughter of the late Queen… Continue reading Princess Beatrice describes daughter's premature birth as 'humbling'

The scandal involving millions of pounds in student loans being fraudulently claimed by individuals who have no intention of studying has prompted the education secretary to take action. In response to a report by the Sunday Times, which uncovered evidence of individuals enrolling in courses solely to access loans without any plans to repay them,… Continue reading Fraud experts brought in over student loan allegations

An ongoing feud between crime gangs in Edinburgh may be connected to a suspicious fire that occurred in the city, according to the police. The fire in Niddrie in the early hours of Sunday is just one in a series of incidents, including two shootings on Thursday and Friday in Niddrie and West Pilton Bank.… Continue reading Edinburgh fire could be linked to firearms investigation

A man identified as Jamie Cooper has been accused of escaping from a prison van while it was en route to court. The incident reportedly took place on the M55 as the vehicle was heading towards Lancaster Magistrates’ Court. Cooper now faces charges of escaping from lawful custody and is set to appear before Blackburn… Continue reading Jamie Cooper: Man charged with escaping from prison van

According to recent data from the Home Office, over 5,000 migrants have already crossed the English Channel in 2025. This marks the quickest accumulation of crossings at this point in the year since records have been kept. On Saturday alone, 241 individuals made the journey in four separate boats, bringing the total number of crossings… Continue reading Channel Crossings: More than 5,000 migrants make journey in 2025