Tag: UK News

Following the tragic deaths of two young boys, eight individuals have been handed sentences for their involvement in the subsequent rioting. Kyrees Sullivan, 16, and his close friend Harvey Evans, 15, lost their lives in a fatal e-bike crash that occurred in Ely, Cardiff, on 22 May 2023. The turmoil that ensued after the incident… Continue reading Cardiff: Eight teenagers sentenced for rioting in Ely

Scotland’s night skies have been illuminated by the stunning spectacle of the Northern Lights, also known as aurora borealis, as captured by BBC Weather Watchers in recent evenings. The vivid display of colours has been attributed to a surge in solar activity, with the auroras forecasted to continue their show over northern Scotland on Tuesday… Continue reading Northern Lights shimmer over Scotland in stunning photos

The Church of England has come under fire for not adopting a fully independent safeguarding model for dealing with abuse cases. Instead, the synod recommended an alternative proposal that child safety expert Prof Alexis Jay has called a “way forward in the short term.” The aim is to fully transition to an independent safeguarding model… Continue reading Church of England rejects fully independent safeguarding

The Princess of Wales paid a visit to a women’s prison located in Cheshire, where she talked with the inmates residing in a mother and baby unit. During her visit, Catherine was introduced to a project that aimed to foster healthy relationships between newborns and their mothers, particularly in environments that are challenging. Unlike more… Continue reading Kate's prison visit to meet mothers and babies

In recent news concerning the South of France, it has been confirmed by French prosecutors that a British couple, Andrew and Dawn Searle, died in their home located in the hamlet of Les Pesquiès, Villefranche-de-Rouergue, five days ago. The couple, originally from Scotland, moved to France and had lived there for five years. The deaths… Continue reading French prosecutors confirm how Andrew and Dawn Searle died

The funeral for the late Scotsman and Manchester United legend, Denis Law, was attended by approximately 750 people including family, friends, and footballers from across the generations. Even more admirers of the prominent footballer gathered at Old Trafford to pay their respects and applaud as the hearse passed the stadium, stopping at the Trinity statue that… Continue reading Denis Law: Fans bid farewell at Manchester United star's funeral

Changes to rules surrounding apprenticeships in the UK now mean businesses employing adult apprentices can decide whether Maths and English qualifications should be part of the prescribed course. Such has been the problematic nature of such qualifications that more than 45% of adult apprentices drop out of their course, which the government hopes this change… Continue reading Maths and English requirement dropped for adult apprentices

Chelsea footballer Sam Kerr has been cleared of racially aggravated harassment in connection with an altercation with an officer outside a police station in Twickenham, southwest of London, on 30 January 2023. The Australian athlete called a Metropolitan Police officer “stupid and white” and later faced charges of causing racially aggravated harassment. Ms Kerr gave… Continue reading Chelsea star Sam Kerr cleared of racially harassing Met officer

Police have confirmed that two bodies found in Aberdeen’s River Dee belong to Henrietta and Eliza Huszti; the sisters who had disappeared early in January. The 32-year-olds were originally from Hungary but had moved to Scotland ten years ago and were part of a set of triplets. The bodies were found near where they were… Continue reading Bodies found in river in Aberdeen confirmed as missing sisters

Gunner Jaysley Beck, a 19-year-old soldier who was found dead in her barracks at Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire on December 15, 2021, following a Christmas party, had reportedly told a colleague about a senior officer who “pinned her down” and tried to kiss her, an inquest into her death has been told. The teenager had… Continue reading Soldier said senior officer 'pinned her down', inquest told