The Met Office has recently issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice that will be in effect during the upcoming weekend and into the following week. These alerts have been put in place to caution individuals about the likelihood of travel disruption, especially in the northern parts of Scotland on Sunday and Monday. Additionally,
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The UK has been holding a late-night cabinet call to discuss UK and US military strikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels following recent attacks in the Red Sea. The meeting, led by Rishi Sunak, started at 7.45pm and included senior figures such as Foreign Secretary David Cameron and Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle. This comes after
The recent attack on Houthi targets in Yemen by British and US forces has sparked a renewed escalation of the ongoing conflict. This article will critically analyze the response of the international community to the Houthi targets and the implications this may have on the future of the region. The strikes carried out by warship-launched
Living in a safe and comfortable home is something that many of us take for granted. However, for Shelby Atherton, a young mother in Rochdale, this was far from her reality. After moving into a two-bedroom flat in October 2023, Shelby soon discovered that her new home was plagued with a serious mould and damp
In a passionate plea to the UK government, acclaimed actor Idris Elba has called for an immediate ban on the sale and possession of machetes and so-called zombie knives. Elba, known for his role in the hit TV series Luther, has launched a campaign named “Don’t Stop Your Future” to address the rising issue of
The recent extreme weather event triggered by Storm Henk has once again highlighted the urgent need for the government to take immediate action to address climate change and enhance flood resilience. The devastating floods have affected over 1,800 properties, causing significant damage and disruption to homeowners across the country. However, despite the growing frequency of
The aftermath of Storm Henk has brought devastating flooding to several areas in England. As a response, the government has announced financial assistance programs to aid in the recovery and repair efforts. This article delves into the details of the support available and the impact of the severe flooding on affected communities. One of the
In a shocking turn of events, a former energy minister and Conservative MP, Chris Skidmore, has decided to resign over new legislation that he believes promotes the production of new oil and gas. This decision comes as a surprise as Skidmore had previously announced his intention to stand down at the next general election. However,
The ongoing strikes by junior doctors in England over pay and conditions have sparked a heated row between the government and the British Medical Association (BMA). In the midst of the record-breaking walk-out, Health Secretary Victoria Atkins made it clear that the NHS “doesn’t just belong” to striking doctors and cannot be “switched on and
The first day of the junior doctors’ strike in England has led several NHS trusts to declare critical incidents, raising concerns about patient safety. The six-day walkout, which began on Wednesday, marks the longest industrial action in NHS history. Members of the British Medical Association, who are junior doctors, are protesting against pay disparities within