Tag: UK News

Investigators have determined that the plane crash near Fife Airport last year, which tragically resulted in the death of pilot Nicholas Denison-Pender, was caused by water entering the engine and leading to a loss of power. The incident occurred near Kinglassie on December 23. The UK’s Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) released a preliminary report… Continue reading Fatal Fife plane crash caused by water in engine – report

A new government initiative in Great Britain aims to provide financial relief to residents living near new pylons as part of efforts to enhance energy infrastructure. Households within 500m of newly installed or upgraded pylons will be eligible for discounts of up to £2,500 over a 10-year period, equivalent to £250 per year. This move… Continue reading Households near new pylons to get hundreds off energy bills

In a shocking development, an oil tanker and a cargo vessel have collided in the North Sea, as reported by the Coastguard. The HM Coastguard is currently leading the emergency response efforts to address the collision between the two ships off the coast of East Yorkshire. According to a spokesperson for the RNLI, there are… Continue reading Oil tanker and cargo vessel collide in North Sea

The public inquiry into the allegations of abuse at Muckamore Abbey Hospital is nearing its conclusion, with hopes that patients and their families will finally receive the answers they deserve. Senior counsel to the inquiry, Sean Doran KC, emphasized the importance of providing closure to those affected by the troubling events that occurred at the… Continue reading Muckamore Abbey Hospital Inquiry: 'Hope' for patients to get answers

Netflix is releasing a new drama titled Adolescence, which stars Stephen Graham and tells the story of a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a fellow pupil. In addition to this highly anticipated release, American TikTok star Dylan Mulvaney is publishing a new book called Paper Doll, showcasing her gender transition journey. The third season of… Continue reading Dylan Mulvaney's tell-all book and Netflix thriller Adolescence: What's coming out this week?

A recent development has seen a British diplomat and the spouse of another diplomat being expelled from Russia, as confirmed by the country’s domestic security service. This move is believed to be a response to the UK expelling a Russian official in the previous month. The Foreign Office has not yet issued a statement regarding… Continue reading Two UK diplomats expelled from Russia for spying, state media reports

The largest lake in England, Windermere, is set to undergo a major clean-up operation, as promised by Environment Secretary Steve Reed. The government has expressed its commitment to improving the lake’s water quality under the Plan for Change initiative. Various sources of pollution, including wastewater from water companies, private sewage treatment, and land use, have… Continue reading Government pledges to clean up Windermere in Lake District

Born in Grantown-on-Spey in 1894, Bobby Cruickshank’s journey from a prisoner of war during World War One to becoming a golfing legend in America is a remarkable tale. Escaping the prisoner of war camp, he made his way to the United States to pursue his dream of golf. Despite winning over 20 tournaments and earning… Continue reading Bobby Cruickshank: The 'forgotten golfer' who was a sporting icon

A couple in Essex has been fined £1,500 after they discovered a migrant hiding in their motorhome. Adrian and Joanne Fenton found the person zipped inside the cover of a bike rack at their home in Heybridge, Essex, after returning from a trip to France. The Home Office issued the fine to the pair for… Continue reading Essex couple fined £1,500 after migrant hid on motorhome

The St Patrick’s Day celebrations at the White House always drew attention to the distinctiveness between Ireland’s north and south when former US President Donald Trump was in office. The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) was especially pleased with this recognition. However, with President Trump back in the Oval Office, it is expected that Northern Ireland… Continue reading St Patrick's in Washington 'not just a green jamboree'