British Isles
Thursday, 07 December 2023 22:01
UK sanctions, Chinese response
The UK has imposed new sanctions on several Chinese firms, accusing them of aiding Russia's military actions in Ukraine. China, strongly opposing these measures, has warned of a 'firm response' to any actions that harm its…
Thursday, 07 December 2023 21:52
Section 114 fear for 1 in 5 councils
A Local Government Association (LGA) survey reveals that about 20% of council leaders and executives in England anticipate possibly issuing Section 114 notices, reflecting an inability to balance budgets due to funding shortfalls. A projected £4…
Thursday, 07 December 2023 21:50
Met Office’s severe weather warnings as further rain expected
The UK faces severe weather challenges as the Met Office issues warnings for continued heavy rain, leading to potential flooding and travel disruptions. Chief forecaster Neil Armstrong anticipates several days of unsettled weather, with up to…
Thursday, 07 December 2023 21:45
Salvation Army urging Christians to reach out as deprivation rises
In the UK, 64% of people have noticed an increase in deprivation in their communities this year. This surge, linked to cost of living concerns and the global situation, is dampening Christmas spirits for many. Major…
Thursday, 30 November 2023 22:09
Asylum seekers: Home Office says more than 17,000 missing
The UK Home Office has lost track of over 17,000 asylum seekers after their claims were discontinued, a concern raised during a discussion about Rishi Sunak's goal to clear the asylum backlog by year's end. The…
Thursday, 30 November 2023 22:07
Interest rates: why there is more pain still to come
The UK has experienced 14 consecutive interest rate rises, affecting both mortgage holders and savers. According to the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), in 2023 the gains from higher savings returns have surpassed the costs of…