Tag: UK News

Scientists probe gulls' 'weird and wonderful' eating habits

BBC environment correspondent Helen Briggs reported that gulls are facing numerous challenges with their natural populations declining. From snatching chips to devouring whole starfish, gulls are infamous for their insatiable appetites. Dr. Alice Risely, an ecologist from the University of Salford, was surprised at the sight of gulls consuming “peculiar and fascinating items” on social… Continue reading Scientists probe gulls' 'weird and wonderful' eating habits

Child exploitation and cuckooing to be made criminal offences

A new legislation set to be introduced to Parliament next week will establish specific criminal offenses for child criminal exploitation and “cuckooing.” The Crime and Policing Bill aims to address the issue of criminals taking advantage of vulnerable individuals by taking over their homes for illegal activities like drug dealing. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasized… Continue reading Child exploitation and cuckooing to be made criminal offences

£3,000 rents cause fears for people living near Sizewell

Check out this article to learn more about the impact of the construction of the Sizewell C nuclear power plant on rental prices in the town of Leiston, Suffolk. Residents are facing rising rents due to an influx of workers associated with the power station project, causing some families to pay up to £3,000 a… Continue reading £3,000 rents cause fears for people living near Sizewell

'I'm not a wealth hoarding boomer – my grandchildren want for nothing'

Gilda Smith, a pensioner from Ayrshire, believes that the money from baby boomers is supporting the younger generation rather than being hoarded. Gilda and her husband David have owned their home for four decades, a dream that is becoming increasingly unattainable for many young people today. Government statistics show a significant wealth gap between the… Continue reading 'I'm not a wealth hoarding boomer – my grandchildren want for nothing'

Nottingham stabbing: 'My nephew killed my brother – but I've forgiven him'

In Nottingham, a tragic incident occurred where a mentally ill man, Rudi Marriott, fatally stabbed his father, Brenton Marriott. Despite being sentenced to a hospital order in April after being found guilty of manslaughter by diminished responsibility, Delvin Marriott, the brother of the victim, expressed that the family had attempted to seek help for Rudi… Continue reading Nottingham stabbing: 'My nephew killed my brother – but I've forgiven him'

Ofgem demand action from energy firms over back billing

Business reporters Dan Whitworth and Charlotte Edwards have warned electricity and gas suppliers about the consequences of continuing to send out bills to customers for money they do not have the right to collect. Ofgem, the energy regulator, has taken a firm stance on the issue and is in the process of contacting chief executives… Continue reading Ofgem demand action from energy firms over back billing

South Wales anorexia patient had to go to Glasgow for treatment

A woman from Rhoose, Vale of Glamorgan, had to undergo intensive treatment for anorexia, which required her to travel as far as Glasgow. Molly Leonard, diagnosed at the age of 19, expressed her struggles with being separated from familiar surroundings and not having access to her support system. If the necessary care for her condition… Continue reading South Wales anorexia patient had to go to Glasgow for treatment

Bali scooter crash with lorry was 'like a horror movie'

BBC Scotland News reporter Katy Scott tells the story of Charlene Morrissey, a woman from North Lanarkshire who survived a horrific accident in Bali and has now returned to the Indonesian island after seven months. Charlene had been in Bali for five months when the accident occurred, leaving her arm severely crushed after a collision… Continue reading Bali scooter crash with lorry was 'like a horror movie'

Minister sacked over WhatsApp messages faces standards probe

An inquiry has been initiated by Parliament’s standards watchdog into the conduct of MP Andrew Gwynne. Gwynne, who was previously dismissed from his ministerial position and suspended from the Labour Party following the revelation of offensive messages on a WhatsApp group, is currently serving as an independent representative for Gorton and Denton. Expressing regret for… Continue reading Minister sacked over WhatsApp messages faces standards probe