British Isles & Ireland
Thursday, 23 January 2025 22:31
Business rates will more than double, ‘final blow’ to retailers
UK high street businesses face a dire challenge as business rates are set to increase by over 140% in April. The temporary 75% relief introduced during the pandemic will drop to 40%, causing substantial cost hikes…
Thursday, 23 January 2025 22:24
Royal Navy warns off Russian spy ship
In November the Royal Navy's attack submarine, HMS Astute, surfaced near the Russian spy ship Yantar off the UK coast, issuing a stark warning against espionage activities targeting Britain's undersea cables. Defence secretary John Healey disclosed…
Thursday, 23 January 2025 22:18
Labour civil war erupts over possible Heathrow expansion
A rift within the Labour Party has surfaced over reported plans by Rachel Reeves to approve a third runway at Heathrow and expand operations at Gatwick and Luton airports. While she emphasises economic growth as the…
Thursday, 23 January 2025 22:13
Treat eating disorders as an emergency, say MPs
The parliamentary group on eating disorders has declared an emergency, citing 'woefully inadequate care' for those affected. Conditions like anorexia and bulimia have surged in recent years, with 12% of 17- to 19-year-olds and nearly 21%…
Thursday, 23 January 2025 22:07
Christians challenge school VAT policy in High Court
Christian families and schools have launched a High Court challenge against the Government’s decision to add VAT to private and independent school fees, including Christian institutions. Supported by the Christian Legal Centre (CLC), 13 claimants -…
Thursday, 16 January 2025 21:52
NHS: patients ‘dying in corridors and going undiscovered for hours’
A Royal College of Nursing (RCN) report has revealed shocking conditions in NHS hospitals. Based on testimony from over 5,000 nursing staff, the 460-page document highlights widespread 'corridor care' which is now normal in England's hospitals.…