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Man who punched Iraq War veteran three times found guilty of his murder

Man who punched Iraq War veteran three times found guilty of his murder

Man who punched Iraq War veteran three times found guilty of his murder

10 July 2025

Lee Woodward, 39, never recovered after he was attacked by Gregory Twigg, 32, and died in hospital 10 months later.


Grenfell United accuses Government of ‘shameless betrayal’ over bans probe pause

Grenfell United accuses Government of ‘shameless betrayal’ over bans probe pause

Grenfell United accuses Government of ‘shameless betrayal’ over bans probe pause

10 July 2025

The group said the Government ‘failed to do its basic due diligence’ in engaging with police and prosecutors before announcing its own investigation.


AstraZeneca’s stock market exit would be devastating blow, warns ex-chancellor

AstraZeneca’s stock market exit would be devastating blow, warns ex-chancellor

AstraZeneca’s stock market exit would be devastating blow, warns ex-chancellor

10 July 2025

The UK is ‘a hostile environment’ for innovative, high-tech growth companies, the Government has been told.


Sir Stephen Fry and Ellie Goulding lead famous faces in Wimbledon Royal Box

Sir Stephen Fry and Ellie Goulding lead famous faces in Wimbledon Royal Box

Sir Stephen Fry and Ellie Goulding lead famous faces in Wimbledon Royal Box

10 July 2025

Sir Stephen was seen speaking to Welsh comedian Rob Brydon on Centre Court.


Greens not seeking deals with another party ‘at this point’, says Greer

Greens not seeking deals with another party ‘at this point’, says Greer

Greens not seeking deals with another party ‘at this point’, says Greer

10 July 2025

The MSP said his party needed to be bolder and braver as he launched his leadership bid in Glasgow.


Underachievement of working class boys needs urgent strategy – MP

Underachievement of working class boys needs urgent strategy – MP

Underachievement of working class boys needs urgent strategy – MP

10 July 2025

‘Too often working class boys start behind and stay behind,’ Sam Rushworth, MP for Bishop Auckland said.


Pensioner, 85, dies and two others severely injured after four-car crash

Pensioner, 85, dies and two others severely injured after four-car crash

Pensioner, 85, dies and two others severely injured after four-car crash

10 July 2025

The occurred between on the A44 Enstone and London Road in Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, at around 3.20pm on Wednesday.


Sarah Montgomery death has left ‘deep wound’ on family and community

Sarah Montgomery death has left ‘deep wound’ on family and community

Sarah Montgomery death has left ‘deep wound’ on family and community

10 July 2025

A service of thanksgiving for Ms Montgomery took place in Donaghadee on Thursday afternoon.


Little-Pengelly urges people to stop playing politics over Belfast bonfire

Little-Pengelly urges people to stop playing politics over Belfast bonfire

Little-Pengelly urges people to stop playing politics over Belfast bonfire

10 July 2025

Sinn Fein has said it is ‘unthinkable’ that the fire can be allowed to go ahead on Friday.


Probe into bans for Grenfell firms paused amidst criminal investigation

Probe into bans for Grenfell firms paused amidst criminal investigation

Probe into bans for Grenfell firms paused amidst criminal investigation

10 July 2025

The Cabinet office confirmed in February that seven companies were facing possible bans.


Ukraine peacekeeping coalition plans now ‘ready to go’ for war’s end

Ukraine peacekeeping coalition plans now ‘ready to go’ for war’s end

Ukraine peacekeeping coalition plans now ‘ready to go’ for war’s end

10 July 2025

New headquarters for the coalition of the willing are to be based in Paris.


Government promises community control as ‘new dawn’ Bill introduced

Government promises community control as ‘new dawn’ Bill introduced

Government promises community control as ‘new dawn’ Bill introduced

10 July 2025

The legislation includes measures to boost the power of mayors and deliver a ‘radical reset of local government’.


King asks if RNLI volunteers ‘get a lot’ of small boats call outs during visit

King asks if RNLI volunteers ‘get a lot’ of small boats call outs during visit

King asks if RNLI volunteers ‘get a lot’ of small boats call outs during visit

10 July 2025

Charles visited Walmer Beach near Deal castle and spoke to RNLI volunteers about their work, along with some litter picking and greeting the public.


Union accuses council of ‘abhorrent’ practices and calls for leader to quit

Union accuses council of ‘abhorrent’ practices and calls for leader to quit

Union accuses council of ‘abhorrent’ practices and calls for leader to quit

10 July 2025

Unite’s National Lead Officer said workers involved in Birmingham’s bin strike remain in determined mood despite an alleged ‘fire and rehire’ threat.


RAF’s most advanced jet a ‘disappointing return’ on £11 billion cost, NAO says

RAF’s most advanced jet a ‘disappointing return’ on £11 billion cost, NAO says

RAF’s most advanced jet a ‘disappointing return’ on £11 billion cost, NAO says

10 July 2025

The F-35 programme, which could cost up to £71 billion over its lifetime, has suffered delays and personnel shortages, the National Audit Office said.


MPs sound alarm over reports Shein is pushing UK listing rules to be relaxed

MPs sound alarm over reports Shein is pushing UK listing rules to be relaxed

MPs sound alarm over reports Shein is pushing UK listing rules to be relaxed

10 July 2025

The Business and Trade Committee said it would be ‘deeply concerned’ by changes to the disclosure rules to pave the way for Shein to list in the UK.


Sabalenka gives water to Wimbledon spectators amid sweltering conditions

Sabalenka gives water to Wimbledon spectators amid sweltering conditions

Sabalenka gives water to Wimbledon spectators amid sweltering conditions

10 July 2025

Last week saw the hottest opening day in Wimbledon’s history.


Police Scotland to seek Government help with ‘considerable’ costs of Trump visit

Police Scotland to seek Government help with ‘considerable’ costs of Trump visit

Police Scotland to seek Government help with ‘considerable’ costs of Trump visit

10 July 2025

The US President is expected to make a visit to Scotland this month.


Lib Dems blast Government over misogyny law as £150,000 bill is revealed

Lib Dems blast Government over misogyny law as £150,000 bill is revealed

Lib Dems blast Government over misogyny law as £150,000 bill is revealed

10 July 2025

A plan to create a separate law to tackle misogyny was ditched this year in favour of adding an amendment to new hate crime legislation.


Teacher describes confronting teenager after he stabbed fellow pupil to death

Teacher describes confronting teenager after he stabbed fellow pupil to death

Teacher describes confronting teenager after he stabbed fellow pupil to death

10 July 2025

A 15-year-old boy is on trial accused of murdering Harvey Willgoose, also 15, at a Sheffield secondary school.


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