Tag: UK News

Nicola Sturgeon, former First Minister of Scotland, has declared her decision to step down as an MSP. The ex-SNP leader has confirmed that she will not seek re-election in the Holyrood election scheduled for May next year. In a statement shared on social media, she acknowledged that making this choice was not easy for her.… Continue reading Scotland's former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon to step down as MSP at 2026 Holyrood election

The upcoming week will mark a significant event as the Prince of Wales is set to make his inaugural trip to Estonia. The purpose of his visit is to connect with British troops stationed in the region, serving as a deterrent against Russian aggression. As the colonel-in-chief of the Mercian Regiment, Prince William will have… Continue reading Prince William to visit British troops in Estonia

Two business reporters from the BBC, João da Silva and Tom Espiner, have highlighted the UK’s reaction to President Donald Trump’s imposition of tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, labeling it as “disappointing.” Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds noted the UK’s pragmatic approach in the face of these tariffs, while the Conservative party criticized Labour for… Continue reading UK 'disappointed' as Donald Trump metal tariffs kick in

The owner of the cargo ship Solong has confirmed that the captain, a Russian national, has been arrested following a collision with a tanker in the North Sea. The 59-year-old man is currently in custody after being apprehended on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter by Humberside Police on Tuesday. The incident occurred when the Portuguese-flagged… Continue reading Arrested ship's captain is Russian national, owners say

Cheltenham Racecourse saw a dusting of snow as preparations for the second day of The Festival got underway. The picturesque scene set the stage for Style Wednesday, drawing in thousands of racegoers to Prestbury Park. Snowfall not only covered Cheltenham but also parts of Gloucestershire, including the M5 in Tewkesbury, as temperatures hovered around 1C… Continue reading Snow falls on Cheltenham Racecourse ahead of Festival day two

BBC News reporter Shivani Chaudhari has detailed the latest developments surrounding the case of Michael Steele, a convicted killer involved in the infamous Essex Boys gangland murders. Steele, now 82 years old, was sentenced to life in prison in 1998 for the killings of drug dealers Craig Rolfe, Tony Tucker, and Pat Tate in Rettendon,… Continue reading Essex Boys murderer Michael Steele's release is blocked

Arne Slot, the Liverpool manager, expressed his admiration for Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Paris St-Germain, despite his team’s elimination from the competition. The match at Anfield saw Ousmane Dembele score in the 12th minute, leveling the tie on aggregate after a 1-0 defeat in the first leg in Paris. Despite creating several opportunities, the… Continue reading Arne Slot: Liverpool boss says PSG loss was best game he's been involved in

BBC correspondent Damian Grammaticas reported that the UK played a key role in facilitating an agreement between Ukraine and the US regarding a ceasefire with Russia. Ukrainian President Zelensky expressed readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire, but noted that convincing Russia to agree was the responsibility of the US following discussions in Saudi Arabia. Sir… Continue reading UK helped Ukraine and US reach ceasefire deal – government sources

A spectacular sight will be on display for early-rising stargazers in the UK this week as a partial lunar eclipse is set to take place just before dawn on Friday. Earth’s shadow will be cast over the Moon, resulting in a dramatic spectacle for those with clear skies. Although the eclipse will only be partial… Continue reading Lunar eclipse to grace pre-dawn sky

A convenient new treatment option is set to become available for thousands of NHS patients in England with multiple sclerosis (MS). These patients will soon have the opportunity to take a tablet at home to manage their condition, eliminating the need for hospital visits for injections or infusions. This tablet, called cladribine, is beneficial for… Continue reading Multiple Sclerosis: NHS to offer take-at-home tablet