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In a rare address from the lectern outside 10 Downing Street, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak declared that the country’s democracy was under threat and denounced extremist groups on both sides of the political spectrum. Surrounded by the audible protestors in Whitehall, Sunak clarified that, while the right to protest and the independent operation of… Continue reading PM's speech shows impact of Israel-Gaza war on UK politics

History could be made at this year’s Brit Awards if singer-songwriter Raye becomes the most awarded artist in a single year. With seven nominations, Raye has already broken the record of six held by Craig David, Gorillaz, and Robbie Williams. At 26 years old, Raye has already secured the award for songwriter of the year,… Continue reading Brit Awards 2024: Raye could break record for most awards in a single year

UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s speech outside 10 Downing Street on Friday has dominated the front pages of many newspapers. The Times leads with Mr Sunak’s plea to “banish this hatred from our streets”, while the Daily Telegraph quotes Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s warning that democracy is under threat. The Daily Express focuses on Mr Sunak’s… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Democracy under threat' and 'Farewell, Navalny'

Rishi Sunak, the UK Chancellor, has issued a warning that extremist groups are threatening the country’s “multi-faith democracy” and the UK must face these groups head-on. The Chancellor has expressed concerns that both Islamist extremist groups and the far-right were a two-pronged attack on the UK’s social fabric. He had also voiced concerns over protests… Continue reading We must face down extremists undermining democracy, says Rishi Sunak

Campaigners have expressed their dissatisfaction with the lack of support for children with gender dysphoria in Wales. Those seeking medical advice or treatment have to travel to London. With no equivalent access to support services for young people in Wales, some families have been forced to access private treatment. A report from the children’s commissioner… Continue reading Transgender children in Wales needs more help – campaigners

New research has revealed that the cost of living in towns that are within commuting distance of major cities has risen massively over the last three years. According to Zoopla, the cost of new rentals in locations including Newport, Bradford and Bolton increased by over a third between 2020 and 2023. While cities such as… Continue reading Rents soar in towns as tenants priced out of cities

A police pursuit in the Clapham area of south London ended in a shooting that injured three people. Two of the victims suffered injuries from shotgun pellets fired by a moped rider, while the third was hit by the motorcycle itself. The incident took place just before 5 PM GMT, and the suspects fled the… Continue reading Clapham shooting: Three hurt during moped police pursuit

Former UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock is awaiting a judgement on whether a libel claim against him by Independent MP Andrew Bridgen will proceed. Bridgen has taken legal action against Hancock over a tweet he posted in response to a comment Bridgen made regarding Covid-19 vaccines in January 2023. Hancock’s tweet called Bridgen’s statements “disgusting… Continue reading Matt Hancock MP awaits ruling on antisemitism libel claim by Andrew Bridgen MP

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A woman has been detained under the Mental Health Act after being arrested on suspicion of murdering three children in Sea Mills, Bristol. The bodies of Fares Bash, seven, Joury Bash, three, and nine-month-old Mohammed Bash, were discovered on 18 February. Avon and Somerset Police confirmed that the woman had been assessed by medical experts… Continue reading Bristol deaths: Woman detained under Mental Health Act