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Less than Half of Black People in the UK Proud to be British, Survey Reveals
A new survey conducted by the Black British Voice Project has revealed that less than half of black people in the UK feel proud to be British. The survey, which involved over 10,000 participants between November 2021 and March 2022, explored various topics such as Britishness, work, and education. When asked about their pride in being British, 49% of respondents…
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UK Power Outage Risk Significantly Decreased, National Grid ESO Report Shows
The risk of power outages in the UK this winter has significantly decreased, according to a report by National Grid ESO. The report indicates that power margins are almost back to pre-energy crisis levels, with only a few minutes expected when the supply-demand balance may not be met. The forecasted capacity margin is 7.4%, meaning there is expected to be…
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Northern Ireland Implements New Laws Granting Anonymity to Sexual Offence Suspects
New laws have been implemented in Northern Ireland, marking a significant development in the country’s legal system. These laws grant anonymity to individuals who are suspected of sexual offences until they are formally charged. Additionally, the public will no longer have access to the Crown Court during sexual offence cases. Northern Ireland is the first region in the UK to…
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15-Year-Old Girl Fatally Stabbed on Her Way to School in Croydon, London
A 15-year-old girl was tragically killed on her way to school in Croydon, south London. The incident occurred at around 8:30 BST on Wednesday. According to witnesses, the victim was stabbed in the neck with a foot-long knife. A 17-year-old boy, believed to be known to the victim, was arrested shortly after the girl’s death at 9:21. The identities of…
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Labour Abandons Plan to Revoke Charitable Status for UK Private Schools
Labour has abandoned its plans to revoke charitable status for private schools in the UK. However, the party remains committed to removing other tax breaks if it wins the next general election. The charitable status exempts certain private schools in England and Wales from paying taxes. Previously, Sir Keir Starmer had argued that this status could not be justified. Now,…
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Tragic Quarry Incident Results in £1.2 Million Fine for Tarmac Aggregates
A tragic incident at Mountsorrel Quarry in Leicestershire has led to a £1.2 million fine for Tarmac Aggregates Limited, a subsidiary of Tarmac Group. Luke Branston, a 26-year-old worker, lost his life when he was fatally crushed by machinery at the site in June 2017. The company admitted to two health and safety offences, resulting in the substantial penalty. Luke…
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Convicted murderer awarded Queen’s Gallantry Medal for bravery during terrorist attack
In a ceremony held at Windsor Castle, Princess Anne awarded Steven Gallant, a convicted murderer, the Queen’s Gallantry Medal for his heroic actions during the Fishmongers’ Hall attack in November 2019. Gallant was one of four men who confronted the terrorist, Usman Khan, who was armed with knives and a fake suicide belt. Despite the uncertainty of the situation, Gallant,…
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Storm Agnes Causes Power Outages and Prompts Weather Warnings in South-West England
Storm Agnes brought strong winds and power outages to the south-west of England. With wind speeds of 63mph (101km/h) on the Isles of Scilly, the National Grid had to deal with power outages at hundreds of properties. However, many of these properties were reconnected on Wednesday evening as the winds subsided. Coastguards have been advising people to take weather warnings…
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Controversial Comments by Laurence Fox on GB News Spark Investigation and Outrage
The recent incident involving a female journalist and actor-turned-politician Laurence Fox on GB News has sparked controversy and raised questions about the channel’s approach. During an episode of Dan Wootton Tonight, Fox made inappropriate comments about Ava Evans, including questioning her desirability. GB News swiftly issued an apology and launched an investigation into the matter. Ms. Evans, who works as…
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GB News Suspends Host Laurence Fox for Derogatory Comments Towards Journalist
Host Laurence Fox has been suspended by GB News after making derogatory comments about a journalist during a live discussion. The incident occurred when PoliticsJOE reporter Ava Evans appeared on the BBC and expressed her views on the need for a minister for men. Fox’s comments were deemed “totally unacceptable” by GB News, who will be issuing a formal apology…
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Storm Agnes Brings Strong Winds and Heavy Rain to Ireland, Prompts Warnings
Storm Agnes has made landfall in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, prompting weather warnings across the region. As the first named storm of the season, Storm Agnes is expected to bring strong and disruptive winds until Thursday morning. The storm is forecasted to arrive in Northern Ireland at lunchtime, with the possibility of travel disruption. Both the Met…
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Sir Mick Jagger Considers Giving Away Rolling Stones’ Back Catalogue for Charity
Sir Mick Jagger, the frontman of The Rolling Stones, has suggested that the band’s back catalogue may be given away to charity. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Sir Mick mentioned the potential sale of the band’s post-1971 catalogue and expressed his interest in using it to “maybe do some good in the world.” While no decisions have…
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Cyclist-Pedestrian Collision Near Scottish Parliament Leaves Pedestrian in Critical Condition
A collision between a cyclist and a pedestrian near the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh has left the pedestrian fighting for their life. The incident occurred on Horse Wynd at approximately 10:40 am on Tuesday. Emergency services were immediately called to the scene, and the 66-year-old female pedestrian was rushed to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. Medical staff at the hospital…
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Laurence Fox Suspended by GB News for Controversial Comments about Female Journalist
Actor and political activist Laurence Fox has been suspended by GB News following controversial comments he made about a female journalist during a live broadcast. The incident occurred when Fox asked viewers if they could find a “self-respecting man” who would want to be intimate with the journalist. The network has issued an apology, and complaints have been made to…
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Scotland Approves UK’s First Safer Drug Consumption Facility in Glasgow
Plans for the UK’s first facility for the safer consumption of illegal drugs have been approved in Glasgow, despite opposition from the government in Westminster. The proposed pilot facility, which will be based at Hunter Street Health Centre, has been given the go-ahead by the city’s integrated joint board of council and health officials. The Scottish government has agreed to…
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Oxfordshire Scientists Secure £85m Funding for World’s Most Powerful Laser
Scientists in Oxfordshire have secured £85m in funding to build the world’s most powerful laser. This groundbreaking technology is expected to be “a million, billion, billion times brighter than the brightest sunlight.” The laser, known as Vulcan 20-20, will have a 20-fold increase in power compared to the current most powerful laser, Vulcan, which is used in plasma physics. With…
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Glasgow expected to approve UK’s first consumption room for illegal drugs, tackling drugs deaths crisis.
Authorities in Glasgow are expected to approve the UK’s first official consumption room for illegal drugs, including heroin and cocaine. The facility, which is backed by the Scottish government, aims to address the country’s drugs deaths crisis. Users would be able to consume their own drugs in a hygienic environment under the supervision of trained health professionals. The pilot scheme…
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British Airways Pilot Fired After Allegedly Snorting Cocaine Off Topless Woman
A British Airways pilot has been dismissed from his position after allegedly snorting cocaine off a topless woman before attempting to fly a passenger plane back to London. The pilot, Mike Beaton, reportedly bragged about his actions to a stewardess who then alerted the authorities. It is believed that the incident took place during one of Beaton’s nights off in…
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UK Culture Secretary Refuses to Guarantee Continued Signatory Status to UN Human Rights Convention
Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer has refused to guarantee that the UK will remain a signatory to the United Nations human rights convention. This comes after a controversial speech on migration by Home Secretary Suella Braverman in the US. Braverman received significant backlash for her comments, in which she stated that being gay or a woman should not be sufficient grounds…
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UK Government Approves Controversial Rosebank Oil Field, Igniting Climate Change Debate
The UK government has given approval for the development of the Rosebank oil and gas field, which is considered the country’s largest untapped reserve. The decision, made by the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA), has sparked controversy due to concerns about the environmental impact and the contribution to climate change. Norwegian state oil company, Equinor, plans to extract 325 million…
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Tragic Brixton Incident Sparks Debate on Police Speed Limits in Residential Areas
A tragic incident in Brixton, south London, has sparked a debate about the speed at which police officers should be allowed to drive in built-up areas. On June 9, 2021, 25-year-old Shante Daniel-Folkes was fatally struck by a police car driven by PC Nadeem Patel. Daniel-Folkes had let another police car pass by before the accident occurred. The car was…
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Controversial Rosebank Offshore Development Approved by UK Regulators, Despite Carbon Emission Concerns
The long-awaited approval for the controversial Rosebank offshore development off Shetland has finally been granted by regulators. Equinor and Ithaca Energy, the owners of the UK’s largest untapped oil field, have received development and production consents after an environmental statement was accepted. This decision comes after multiple delays in the development process. Rosebank, located 80 miles west of Shetland, is…
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Labour Mayors Gather in Leeds Urging UK Government to Preserve HS2 Link and Commit to Northern Powerhouse Rail
Five Labour mayors, including Sadiq Khan of London, are gathering in Leeds to meet and urge the Prime Minister not to abandon the HS2 link between Birmingham and Manchester. They will also call on the government to commit to delivering Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR) in its entirety. The mayors, who also include Tracy Brabin of West Yorkshire, Andy Burnham of…
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Crisis of Children Missing School in England Reaches Alarming Levels, Report Finds
The crisis of children missing school in England has reached alarming levels, prompting calls for more comprehensive national measures to address the issue. The latest statistics for the 2021/22 school year reveal that 1.6 million students were classified as “persistently absent,” meaning they had missed 10% or more of their lessons. This represents a significant increase from the pre-pandemic rate…
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UK Data Breaches Endanger Domestic Abuse Victims, Revealing Their Locations to Alleged Abusers
Data breaches in the UK have put domestic abuse victims at risk by disclosing their locations to their alleged abusers, according to the UK Information Commissioner. The breaches have occurred at various organisations, including a law firm, a housing association, an NHS trust, a police service, a government department, and local councils. Since June 2022, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)…
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LGBTQ Asylum Seekers in UK Angry at Government Official’s Controversial Statements
LGBT asylum seekers in the UK have expressed their anger and disappointment towards Suella Braverman, a government official, after she made controversial statements regarding refugee status for LGBTQ individuals. Braverman stated that simply being gay or a woman is not enough to qualify for protection and asylum in the UK. This has sparked outrage among the LGBT community, who argue…
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Sir Ian McKellen Criticizes Warning Signs and Pandering in Modern Theatre
Sir Ian McKellen, the renowned actor known for his roles in X-Men and Lord of the Rings, has expressed his disapproval of the way modern theatre audiences are being coddled with warning signs and pandering to sensitivities. In an interview with Sky News before the first night of his new play Frank and Percy in London, the 84-year-old actor criticized…
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Two Arrested in Connection with 21-Year-Old Disappearance of Teenage Boy
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the disappearance of a teenage boy who went missing 21 years ago. Robert Williams, 15, vanished from his home in Resolven, Neath, on March 22, 2002. This recent development has brought some hope for answers to the long-standing mystery. The South Wales Police announced that a 59-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man…
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David Walliams Files Lawsuit Against Britain’s Got Talent Production Company over Privacy Concerns
Comedian David Walliams has filed a lawsuit against the production company behind Britain’s Got Talent, the popular ITV talent show. Walliams joined the show as a judge in 2012 and remained on the panel for a decade until his departure in November 2020. The lawsuit comes after Walliams issued an apology for making “disrespectful comments” about auditioning contestants, which were…
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UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman’s call for asylum system reform criticized by UN.
Home Secretary Suella Braverman’s recent speech calling for reform of the international asylum system has been criticized by the United Nations’ refugee agency. Braverman argued that the current system is outdated and called for a revision of the 1951 UN Human Rights Convention, which forms the basis of the asylum system. However, the UNHCR responded by stating that the convention…