Prices at UK petrol pumps have risen for the fourth consecutive month, increasing by an average of 4.5p per litre last month, according to motoring group RAC. The cost of unleaded petrol rose from around £1.52 to £1.57 in September, resulting in the filling of a family car costing more than £86. The RAC blamed… Continue reading Petrol prices rise for fourth month in a row – RAC
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Sir Patrick Vallance criticises Boris Johnson's 'impossible flip-flopping'
Former chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance has criticised the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s “impossible flip-flopping” and “bipolar decision-making” in diary entries read out at the start of stage two of the COVID-19 inquiry. The inquiry seeks to examine political decision-making and how the government responded to the pandemic. Sir Patrick served as the… Continue reading Sir Patrick Vallance criticises Boris Johnson's 'impossible flip-flopping'
We've been too squeamish on migration, says Suella Braverman
UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman has given a speech at the Conservative conference, stating that politicians have been too hesitant to act on immigration and that moving to a richer country has become a “realistic prospect” for billions of people. She also warned that a “hurricane” of migration is headed towards the UK. While her… Continue reading We've been too squeamish on migration, says Suella Braverman
Is inflation a tax? And other Conservative claims checked
The annual Conservative party conference saw Rishi Sunak and his government ministers speaking on a range of topics. Among the claims made, the prime minister did not commit to cutting taxes, instead focusing on combating inflation. He claimed that by halving inflation, he could deliver the best tax cut for British citizens. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt… Continue reading Is inflation a tax? And other Conservative claims checked
Tories imitating our policies, says Reform UK leader Richard Tice
Reform UK, the party that emerged from the ashes of the Brexit Party almost three years ago, has been consistently polling at around 6%, putting it in fourth place just ahead of the Green Party. Its leader, Richard Tice, has been vocal about his aim to abolish the Conservative Party, claiming that they have broken… Continue reading Tories imitating our policies, says Reform UK leader Richard Tice
Cost of national debt hits 20-year high
UK government bonds are viewed as safe and dependable investments by financial institutions because of the government’s ability to repay them. But at a time when the government is grappling with a debt burden of around £2.59tn ($3.42 tn), a 20-year high in its interest payments poses a significant challenge for Chancellor Jeremy Hunt as… Continue reading Cost of national debt hits 20-year high
Newspaper headlines: Braverman's migration 'hurricane warning' and 'Beckham Netflix shock'
The UK’s Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, has warned that a “hurricane” of migrants is on its way to the UK. This warning, made during her speech at the Conservative Party Conference, has caused a stir in political circles, with some accusing her of using the speech as a “hardline job application” to replace Rishi Sunak… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Braverman's migration 'hurricane warning' and 'Beckham Netflix shock'
One arrested after man 'seriously injured' in Shiney Row dog attack
A dog attack has resulted in “serious injuries” to a man, with a 44-year-old man being arrested, according to Northumbria Police. The incident occurred just before 7pm at an address on Maple Terrace, Shiney Row, with police destroying the animal at the scene. A second dog was also seized from the property. There is no… Continue reading One arrested after man 'seriously injured' in Shiney Row dog attack
Lough Neagh: Earl of Shaftesbury open to sale but won't give it away
The Earl of Shaftesbury, who owns the bed and soil of Lough Neagh, has announced that he is open to selling the ownership of the lake to the public. However, he has made it clear that he will not gift it for free. The lake has been owned by the Earl’s estate for centuries, with… Continue reading Lough Neagh: Earl of Shaftesbury open to sale but won't give it away
Train strikes: What days in October will rail travel be disrupted?
The ongoing dispute over pay and conditions for train drivers has led to strikes affecting 16 companies. Aslef, the union representing train drivers, and RMT, the union representing other rail workers, have been taking regular industrial action in the past 18 months. Aslef will be striking on Wednesday 4 October and has also implemented an… Continue reading Train strikes: What days in October will rail travel be disrupted?