Category: UK News

M60 Motorway Shut Down for Nearly a Day After Eight-Vehicle Pileup Causes Chaos and Delays
Jul, 8 2025

M60 Motorway Shut Down for Nearly a Day After Eight-Vehicle Pileup Causes Chaos and Delays

Chaos hit the M60 as a crash involving eight vehicles—including lorries and a van—forced a total closure between junction 25 and junction 1 for almost 24 hours. Critical road damage, spills, and lengthy recovery left motorists stranded and emergency crews racing to reopen the motorway.

Grenfell Tower Demolition: Deconstruct Awarded £12.25m Government Contract Amid Safety Fears
Jun, 22 2025

Grenfell Tower Demolition: Deconstruct Awarded £12.25m Government Contract Amid Safety Fears

Deconstruct (UK) Limited landed a £12.25 million government contract to demolish Grenfell Tower, skipping usual competitive tendering due to their specialist experience on-site since the 2017 fire. Work is set to begin this summer, but survivors are frustrated by the lack of community consultation as the government pushes demolition for safety.

Mirror’s Daily Digest: Assisted Dying Bill Faces Parliament as UK Sees Largest Ever Data Breach
Jun, 21 2025

Mirror’s Daily Digest: Assisted Dying Bill Faces Parliament as UK Sees Largest Ever Data Breach

Today’s headlines are marked by two major events: the Assisted Dying Bill goes to a crucial Parliamentary vote, and authorities scramble to respond to what’s being called the largest data breach ever in UK history. Both stories ignite fierce public debate, with ethical, legal, and security implications.

UCL Responds to Sexual Assault Case Involving Former Student, Emphasizing Student Support
Jun, 20 2025

UCL Responds to Sexual Assault Case Involving Former Student, Emphasizing Student Support

UCL has spoken out on the high-profile sexual assault charges against ex-student Zhenhao Zou. The university reaffirmed its support for students and commitment to existing resources while urging respect for ongoing legal proceedings. The statement arrives as debate grows on how universities tackle such difficult cases.

Tommy Robinson’s Sentence Reduced After High Court Ruling on Contempt Case
May, 20 2025

Tommy Robinson’s Sentence Reduced After High Court Ruling on Contempt Case

Tommy Robinson is set for early release after the High Court cut his contempt of court sentence. The reduction comes as Robinson complied with orders to take down defamatory posts about Jamal Hijazi, a Syrian refugee he accused without evidence. The court demands strict future compliance.