Tag: England

Archbishop of York Urges Church of England to Kneel in PenitenceIn a bold move to address recent controversies and failures within the Church of England, the archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, is set to...

Customers in England and Wales are in for a surprise as water regulator Ofwat has approved a significant increase in water bills. The approved increase of 36% over the next five years is a...

The NHS Gears Up for a Challenging Winter AheadAs the winter season approaches, the National Health Service (NHS) is bracing itself for what health experts are calling a potential “quademic” with the looming threat...

Specialist Courts Proposed to Break Addictions of Prolific Offenders in England and WalesIn a groundbreaking move to tackle the root causes of crime, specialist courts aimed at breaking the addictions of prolific offenders are...

Storm Darragh's Wrath: UK Battling Strong WindsAs the sun rose over the UK, it was not the gentle light that greeted the residents of Trofarth in north Wales. Instead, they were rudely awakened by...

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The NHS is facing a “quad-demic” of health emergencies as it heads into winter, with hospitals “busier than ever” for this time of year, the health service’s most senior doctor has said. The number...

Urgent Planning Reform Required to Achieve 1.5M Housebuilding Target in England, Labour CautionedLabour has been cautioned by the thinktank Centre for Cities that it will fall short of its manifesto target of building 1.5...

England managed to secure a stunning victory over New Zealand by eight wickets in the Men's Cricket Test match. The key events of the match unfolded rapidly, with Duckett and Bethell leading England to...

Princess Kate Middleton is set to make a comeback to her royal engagements after taking time off to undergo cancer treatment. One of her upcoming events includes hosting the annual carol concert at Westminster...

A huge stained-glass inspired artwork honouring The Vicar of Dibley has been revealed at the original filming location of the beloved sitcom, marking its 30th anniversary.The artwork, unveiled by Reverend Kate Bottley in the...

New Zealand is facing England in a thrilling Test cricket match, with the first day filled with exciting events. England won the toss and chose to bowl first, putting New Zealand in to bat....

A fire broke out at a block of flats in Welbeck Avenue, Hayes, causing damage to part of a first-floor two-room flat and a section of the roof of the two-storey building. The incident...

In England and Wales, prison inmates are facing dire conditions as they endure rat and spider bites, according to a recent report. The state of prisons in the region is alarming, with vermin infestations...

The small coastal town of Deal, in Kent, made headlines recently when it was temporarily renamed Great Deal for a day. This name change was part of a marketing campaign by Lebara Mobile to...

It has been over four-and-a-half years since Captain Sir Tom Moore completed his incredible fundraising effort by walking 100 laps of his garden and raising £39m for NHS charities. However, a recent report has...

Former deputy prime minister John Prescott passed away at the age of 86 after battling Alzheimer’s, his family announced. The Labour veteran was a key figure in Sir Tony Blair’s New Labour project and...

Hannah Ingram-Moore, the daughter of the late Captain Sir Tom Moore, has been at the center of controversy following a report by the charities watchdog that found her and her husband, Colin, made over...

Britain's railways are on the brink of being brought back under public ownership after the House of Lords passed a bill to renationalise the train services. The speedy approval of the Passenger Rail Services...

The family of the late NHS charities fundraiser Captain Sir Tom Moore has come under scrutiny in a recent report by the Charity Commission. The report revealed that Captain Tom's daughter, Hannah Ingram-Moore, and...

Breast cancer patients in England and Wales have been dealt a devastating blow as talks to make the life-extending drug Enhertu available on the NHS have failed. The National Institute for Health and Care...

A recent survey conducted by Ipsos revealed that a surprising 24% of Brits would be willing to receive free weight-loss injections on the NHS. These injections, known as Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists, have been...

Keir Starmer recently expressed his disappointment in the UK's growth figures but denied that his government's budget was to blame for the recent increase in mortgage rates. Starmer emphasized that the budget was aimed...

In a recent interview with The Independent, Lord William Hague shared his thoughts on his campaign to become the Chancellor of the University of Oxford. He discussed various topics with Geordie Greig, shedding light...

Crowds across the country gathered at war memorials on Remembrance Sunday to honor lives lost in conflicts. King Charles and the Princess of Wales participated in the ceremony in Whitehall, where the King led...

The Princess of Wales, along with the Prince of Wales and King Charles, attended the Festival of Remembrance event organized by the Royal British Legion. This marks a significant step in her return to...

Harley Smith and Clint Parkhouse had planned a peaceful family getaway at the Littlesea Haven Holiday Park in Weymouth, Dorset. However, their stay turned into a nightmare after their caravan was infested with bugs,...

Every year on 5th November, people in the UK celebrate Bonfire Night, also known as Guy Fawkes Night, to remember the Gunpowder Plot of 1605. This was a failed attempt by a group of...

University tuition fees in England are set to increase next year for the first time in eight years. The government is expected to make an announcement this afternoon regarding the fee hike. If the...

The bus fare cap in England is set to increase from £2 to £3 by the end of 2025, according to Keir Starmer. This decision comes as the funding for the £2 cap is...

Water companies in England have been accused of skirting pollution tests by reporting "no-flows" during sample collection days, even though the tests were never actually conducted. This shocking revelation has prompted calls for a...

The challenges in end-of-life care management in England and Wales are becoming increasingly apparent, with doctors raising concerns about the ability of current services to meet the rising demand. Palliative care doctors, in particular,...

The Children's Commissioner for England, Rachel de Souza, has strongly urged ministers to ban smacking in order to keep children safe. She emphasized that bans on smacking in Scotland and Wales have shown the...

Ministers are being urged to regulate psychotherapists and counselors in England to safeguard vulnerable individuals following a surge in lawsuits over alleged harm caused during therapy sessions. Unlike other healthcare professions like doctors and...

A recent study conducted by Oxford University has shed light on the concerning trend of private care homes in England facing closure due to breaches. The research found that a staggering 98% of adult...

MPs supporting a new bill to legalize assisted dying in England and Wales are aiming to secure a Commons vote by Christmas. However, there is a split within the cabinet over support for the...

Hillingdon is hosting its annual Heritage Open Days festival, starting on September 6. Venues such as Manor Farm in Ruislip, Cranford Park, Eastcote House Gardens, and the Battle of Britain Bunker in Uxbridge will...