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,
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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
The UK is bracing itself for another bout of severe weather as Storm Henk approaches. The Met Office has issued an amber wind warning for parts of southern England, the Midlands, East Anglia, and Wales, with gusts of up to 80mph expected. This warning signifies the potential for travel disruption and the risk of “flying
England and Wales are bracing for severe weather conditions as a yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office. This warning, in place until Tuesday evening, highlights the expected spells of rain and strong winds that could significantly impact travel. With areas in the southwest and southern England, south Wales, and possibly the
In an effort to ensure public safety, new regulations regarding XL bully dogs have come into effect today. These regulations require XL bully dogs to be kept on a lead and muzzled while in public. Furthermore, selling, breeding, abandoning, or giving away XL bully dogs has been made illegal. The government has granted a grace
The entertainment industry mourns the loss of British actor Tom Wilkinson, who passed away at the age of 75. Wilkinson, born in Yorkshire, rose to prominence with his remarkable performances across a wide range of genres. While best known for his role in the acclaimed comedy “The Full Monty,” his career spanned nearly 50 years,
A recent outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E.coli (Stec) in the UK has resulted in the death of one individual, according to health officials. Since July, there have been 30 confirmed cases of Stec across England and Scotland, affecting people ranging from seven to 81 years old. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is leading the
As the nation recovers from the wrath of Storm Gerrit, Britons are being urged to prepare themselves for yet another onslaught of wild weather. The Met Office has issued a warning that gusts of up to 75mph could ravage parts of the south of England and Wales on Saturday, further exacerbating the already dire situation.
Storm Gerrit, a powerful weather system that brought heavy rain and winds of up to 80mph, wreaked havoc on the UK’s transport network during the Christmas break. The aftermath of the storm left roads and train lines in disarray, causing significant disruption for travelers returning home. Despite the passing of Storm Gerrit, travelers faced continued