The Chinese regime poses “the biggest challenge” to global security and prosperity, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said. Speaking on the last day of the Group of Seven (G-7) summit in Japan, Sunak said: “China poses the biggest challenge of our age to global security and prosperity. They are increasingly authoritarian at home and … Continue reading China is a threat to global security and prosperity, UK Prime Minister warns
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How much did Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral cost?
Queen Elizabeth's funeral cost the UK government £162million, the treasury revealed. The state funeral was held on September 19, 2022, following a period of national mourning during which hundreds of thousands visited Westminster Abbey where the monarch was lying in state. The Queen died aged 96 at Balmoral Castle after 70 years on the throne. … Continue reading How much did Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral cost?
Why Boyzone star Shane left showbiz
Three decades after he became a household name with Boyzone, Shane Lynch has revealed he has quit the group – and showbusiness – for good. The Dubliner announced last year that he had left the public eye because it was taking a toll on his family life, and said he was “very happy not to … Continue reading Why Boyzone star Shane left showbiz
DOUBLE MURDER: Police identify victims in Huddersfield killings
Police with Pride by Ian S is licensed under CC-BY-SA 2.0 A man and woman killed in a suspected double murder in Huddersfield have been named by police. Officers are holding a 34-year-old Huddersfield man in custody under arrest on suspicion of the murder of Katie Higton, 27, and Steven Harnett, 25, who died at … Continue reading DOUBLE MURDER: Police identify victims in Huddersfield killings
How Newcastle reacted to Jason Tindall’s viral video
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has received plenty of plaudits for taking his side into the Champions League places this season, but it’s his assistant Jason Tindall that’s been getting more attention recently. The coach has inspired a Twitter account that takes the mickey out of Tindall and claims he’s always looking to grab the limelight … Continue reading How Newcastle reacted to Jason Tindall’s viral video
Why UK economy plunged in March 2023
Photo by vectors icon on Pexels.com The UK economy marginally grew over the first quarter of the year, according to official data, further easing concerns that the UK could soon enter a recession. UK gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.1% between January and March, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed. But it came after a … Continue reading Why UK economy plunged in March 2023
Met Police expresses ‘regret’ over handling of anti-monarchy protesters
Shadow levelling up secretary Lisa Nandy said that something had 'gone wrong' following the arrests of six anti-monarchy protesters ahead of the King's coronation. Last night (Monday) the Met expressed 'regret' over the arrests which meant the demonstraters couldn't join the wider protests during King Charles' Coronation. A chief inspector and two other officers personally … Continue reading Met Police expresses ‘regret’ over handling of anti-monarchy protesters
Tories suffer council losses as Labour and Lib Dems make gains in elections
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey (Yui Mok/PA) — © Yui Mok The Tories suffered major losses in Rishi Sunak’s first electoral test as Prime Minister, with Labour claiming the results suggest Sir Keir Starmer will be able to replace him in No 10. The Liberal Democrats also made gains as the Tories lost control of a … Continue reading Tories suffer council losses as Labour and Lib Dems make gains in elections
UK Election Updates: Tories expect a difficult night but have sought to manage expectations
Rishi Sunak’s Tories are braced for a bruising set of local election results as votes continue to be counted across England. The contests were the first to be fought under new rules requiring voters to carry photographic ID, and the elections watchdog said “regrettably” some people were turned away from polling stations as a result. … Continue reading UK Election Updates: Tories expect a difficult night but have sought to manage expectations
UK government threatens legal action as nurses plan to embark on strike this week
The UK government has announced it will take legal action against the Royal College of Nursing (RCN), over its planned 48-hour strike this weekend. It comes after RCN members declined the government's NHS pay offer ten days ago, leading the nursing union to announce new strike action and seek fresh negotiations. Health Secretary Steve Barclay … Continue reading UK government threatens legal action as nurses plan to embark on strike this week
China urges UK to remain alert on its ‘Tawain responsibilities’
China on Monday urged the United Kingdom to remain "sober-minded" over its approach to major issues of principle after British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly claimed the Taiwan question was not a domestic matter for China in a recent interview. "There is only one China, and Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory," Mao Ning, … Continue reading China urges UK to remain alert on its ‘Tawain responsibilities’
Co Down businessman accused of £430k motorhomes fraud
A Co Down businessman has been accused of defrauding more than a dozen people of cash and motorhomes worth over £400,000. Lancelot William Walker (60) is charged with 16 offences alleged to have been committed between August 2005 and August 2008. Walker, of Ballynahinch Road in Carryduff, is a former director of a motorhomes firm … Continue reading Co Down businessman accused of £430k motorhomes fraud
PM Rishi Sunak under fire over ‘devastating’ report into Dominic Raab bullying claims
Rishi Sunak has been accused of “dither” as he delayed a decision over Dominic Raab’s fate after receiving the findings of an inquiry into whether the Deputy Prime Minister bullied officials. Mr Raab has read the report handed to Downing Street on Thursday morning and maintains that he has not mistreated colleagues or broken the … Continue reading PM Rishi Sunak under fire over ‘devastating’ report into Dominic Raab bullying claims
Father and son jailed for killing wife’s lover hiding inside wardrobe
A father and his son have been found guilty of murdering his wife's new partner after they found him hiding in a wardrobe. Wayne Peckham, 49, and his son, Riley Peckham, 23, were both jailed for life, for a minimum of 24 and 18 years respectively, for killing Matthew Rodwell, 39. After their sentencing at … Continue reading Father and son jailed for killing wife’s lover hiding inside wardrobe
Record drop in household income expected in the UK
Photo by vectors icon on Pexels.com The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) said that six million people would be hit by ‘stealth taxes’, like freezes for tax thresholds, over the next five years, boosting government coffers by £120 billion. The independent economic analysts said this would be the equivalent of a 4p increase in the … Continue reading Record drop in household income expected in the UK
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