MP Rachel Gilmour claims Butlin’s in Minehead affects local social mobility and education. Butlin’s Blamed for Social Mobility Issues in Somerset Town, Says MP Minehead: MP Rachel Gilmour says Butlin’s might hurt social mobility in the area. The town ranks low on the government’s social mobility index. This means kids here struggle to do well…
No funding for Cove and Newtonhill stations in the Scottish Government’s budget has sparked anger among campaigners and local MSPs. Anger Over Lack of Funding for Cove and Newtonhill Stations in Scottish Budget Aberdeen: The Scottish Government’s budget for 2025/26 has no funding for Cove and Newtonhill railway stations. These stations closed over 65 years…
The beloved Waterfront nightclub in Hull is back, rebranded and ready to shine. Iconic Waterfront Nightclub Returns to Glory Days as Atik Hull Sells to Local Operator Hull: The popular Waterfront nightclub is making a comeback. Atik Hull has sold to a local operator. They plan to rebrand the venue and bring back its legendary…
A new report shows North East women struggle in the job market, facing long applications and fierce competition. North East Women’s Job Market Faces Worst Conditions Since Pandemic, Report Reveals Newcastle: The job market for women in the North East is tough. A charity called Smart Works says it’s the worst since the pandemic ended.…
Natasha Gundersen kicks off a year of fundraising in memory of her brother, raising over £2,000 for brain tumor research. Aberdeen Woman Honors Late Brother with Fundraising Campaign for Brain Tumor Research Aberdeen: Natasha Gundersen is honoring her brother, Dominic, who passed away from brain cancer. She started a fundraising campaign to remember him. On…
The Plough in Effingham is closing for a £340,000 makeover, adding a snug area and new menu. Surrey Pub Closes for £340k Revamp Featuring a Cosy Snug Area with Armchairs Effingham: A pub just outside Guildford is closing for a big makeover. The Plough shut its doors at the start of January. This change is…
Falkirk councillors are pushing for a report on the Bonnybridge railway station reopening plans after a failed attempt. Falkirk Councillors Call for Report on Bonnybridge Railway Station Reopening Plans Falkirk: Councillors are asking for a report about reopening the Bonnybridge railway station. This follows a previous failed attempt to bring it back. Independent councillor Billy…
A long-standing dispute over Bristol’s Stoke Lodge playing fields is now in court. Cotham School seeks to overturn public access rights established by local residents. Bristol School Playing Field Dispute Heads to High Court for Resolution Bristol: A dispute over a green space has reached the High Court. This saga has lasted 15 years. It…
Weybridge drivers faced gridlock as temporary traffic lights failed twice, prompting council action. Temporary Traffic Lights Fail Twice, Causing Gridlock in Busy Weybridge Town Centre Weybridge: Drivers were stuck in traffic after temporary lights failed twice. This happened in the town center, where roadworks were already causing delays. The situation led to frustration among residents,…
A man has confessed to exposing himself and performing sex acts on women in the North East Man Admits to Exposing Himself and Performing Sex Acts While Approaching Women in North East Darlington: A man has admitted to some serious offenses. He exposed himself and performed sex acts while approaching women in his van. Thomas…
A driver was arrested after a crash on the M50, testing positive for drugs and being uninsured Driver Arrested After Double Discovery Following M50 Crash Dublin: A driver was arrested after a crash on the M50. This happened earlier this week. The driver tested positive for three different drugs. Emergency crews quickly arrived at the…
A 16-year-old boy faces multiple charges after a stolen car was found crashed in Sunderland Teenage Boy Charged in Sunderland Vehicle Theft After Car Crashed Nearby Sunderland: A teenage boy has been charged with several crimes. He stole a car and crashed it nearby. The boy is 16 years old and cannot be named for…
A handyman in Peterborough has been sentenced to 25 years for raping and assaulting vulnerable women at a guesthouse. Handyman Jailed for Raping and Assaulting Vulnerable Women at Guesthouse Peterborough: A handyman named Ricky Lee has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. He raped and assaulted women at the Eastfield Guesthouse. This guesthouse housed…
Austin Sheridan, 32, faced accusations of assaulting his aunt over dinner but walked free from court. Ex-SNP Councillor Walks Free After Alleged Assault Over Mince Pie Dispute Glasgow: A former councillor is in the news after a family dispute. Austin Sheridan, 32, is accused of assaulting his aunt, Margaret, over dinner. The incident happened on…
Princess Beatrice’s daughter Athena and Lilibet honor their great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, with their names. Princess Beatrice’s New Daughter and Princess Lilibet Share a Special Connection London: Princess Beatrice’s daughter Athena and Prince Harry’s daughter Lilibet share a special tribute to their great-grandmother. Both girls have names that honor Queen Elizabeth II. Beatrice welcomed Athena…
Resorts World plans to change its gaming attraction into a restaurant, responding to market shifts. Future of Resorts World Attraction Uncertain Amid Change of Use Proposal Solihull: Resorts World might change its gaming attraction into a restaurant. Vortex Gaming offers virtual reality and arcade games at the £150 million venue near the National Exhibition Centre.…
Draken has renewed its contract with the Ministry of Defence, securing operations at Teesside Airport for four more years. Draken Secures £173m Defence Deal, Ensuring Future at Teesside Airport Teesside: Draken, an aviation services company, has made a big move. They just signed a new deal with the Ministry of Defence. This deal secures their…
Cornwall Council’s leader faces backlash for remarks on a Cornwall-only devolution deal Council Leader Criticized for ‘Totally Bonkers’ Comments on Cornwall Nationalism Cornwall: The leader of Cornwall Council, Linda Taylor, is under fire. A political rival, Julian German, called her comments “totally bonkers.” This was after she spoke about a Cornwall-only devolution deal with the…
Residents of Tempsford oppose plans for 350,000 new homes, fearing loss of their village’s charm Rachel Reeves Aims to Transform Tempsford into the UK’s Silicon Valley Amid Local Resistance Tempsford: A small village in Bucks with about 600 residents is facing big changes. Plans are on the table to build 350,000 new homes nearby. Locals…
Many Edinburgh schools are charging parents £150 for broken iPads, raising concerns about fairness. One in Four Edinburgh Schools Charging Parents £150 for Broken iPads Edinburgh: Parents at nearly 25% of schools are facing a £150 charge for broken iPads. Meanwhile, other schools in the city replace these devices for free. This situation has sparked…
