Tag: UK News

Stacey Dooley delves into the troubling question of whether we are evolving into a nation of shoplifters in her latest documentary. The presenter admits to her own past as a teenage shoplifter, stealing beauty products like eyeliner and mascara when she was just 13 or 14 years old. She acknowledges that there was no justification… Continue reading I can't justify my teen shoplifting, says Stacey Dooley

The proposed welfare reforms are making headlines in several newspapers, with Sir Keir Starmer at the forefront. The Daily Telegraph features an op-ed from him where he discusses the “overcautious and flabby” state of the British government. Sir Keir points out that the civil service is overstretched and unfocused, leading him to prepare for a… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Benefits turmoil' and 'deal or no steel'

A crucial development has occurred in the consideration of the assisted dying bill as the requirement for a High Court judge to approve applications has been eliminated by the committee. Initially hailed as a stringent safeguard that set the legislation apart as one of the strictest in the world, concerns raised by the Ministry of… Continue reading MPs vote to scrap judge sign-off in assisted dying bill

BBC Scotland News reporters Catriona Renton and James Delaney recently highlighted the legal challenge faced by Florence and Peter Fanning from Coatbridge in North Lanarkshire regarding the scrapping of winter fuel payments by the UK and Scottish governments. The couple alleges that both governments did not adequately consult with pension-age individuals or provide an equality… Continue reading Coatbridge couple challenge winter fuel payment cut in court

Jamie Oliver, the renowned TV chef, has taken a stand for children with dyslexia by urging the government to implement necessary changes in the education system. It has been two years since he disclosed his own struggles with dyslexia on BBC Breakfast. Oliver expressed his concerns, stating that the current system is inadequate for dyslexic… Continue reading Jamie Oliver calls for more government support for dyslexic children

The UK has taken decisive action in response to the recent expulsion of two British officials from Russia by revoking accreditation for a Russian diplomat and a diplomatic spouse, who are now required to leave the country. This move comes as part of an ongoing tit-for-tat between the two nations, with the UK Foreign Office… Continue reading UK revokes accreditation for two Russian diplomatic officials

Newly unveiled visuals showcase the proposed £140m renovation of Cardiff Central railway station. Transport for Wales (TfW) released images illustrating the potential changes to Wales’ busiest station, which include a new red brick arch at the back entrance and enhanced retail and cycle facilities. With a focus on alleviating congestion and improving accessibility, the plans… Continue reading Cardiff Central: Images show £140m revamp of Wales' busiest station

Alex Belfield, a former BBC presenter from Nottingham, was sentenced to five-and-a-half years in prison in September 2022 after being found guilty of stalking charges against broadcasters like Channel 5 host and BBC Radio 2 DJ Jeremy Vine. The BBC issued a statement, apologizing for not adequately assisting staff who were allegedly subjected to relentless… Continue reading Alex Belfield: BBC apologises to staff targeted by stalker

Political correspondent Harry Farley has reported on the urgent call for Sir Keir Starmer to shield disabled individuals who rely on welfare payments from anticipated budget cuts. The current health and disability-related benefits expenditure stands at £65 billion annually and is predicted to surge to £100 billion within the next four years, with growing levels… Continue reading Starmer urged to protect disability benefit claimants

A dramatic event unfolded in the North Sea on 10 March when a thermal imaging camera caught the moment a cargo ship collided with an oil tanker. The alarming video, filmed by Orca AI, depicts the Solong crashing into the Stena Immaculate, followed by a visible explosion. The accuracy of the footage was verified by… Continue reading Watch moment cargo ship and oil tanker collide in North Sea