British Isles
Thursday, 14 December 2023 22:02
Missing teenager found in France
A 17-year-old English boy, Alex Batty, who went missing in Spain in 2017, has been found in the town of Revel, France, six years after his disappearance. He is in good health, and is now awaiting…
Thursday, 07 December 2023 22:05
Bereaved families reject Boris Johnson's Covid 'sorry'
During this week's Covid inquiry, former prime minister Boris Johnson faced intense scrutiny over his government's handling of the pandemic. Johnson expressed sorrow for the 'loss and suffering' caused by Covid, but bereaved families dismissed his…
Thursday, 07 December 2023 22:03
Immigration minister resigns over Rwanda proposals
Robert Jenrick has resigned as the UK's immigration minister due to disagreements about the Government's new proposed Rwanda legislation, which he believes does not offer sufficient protections to end legal challenges that hinder the scheme. He…
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…