Former BP chief calls for UK energy price cap freeze ahead of ‘winter of discontent’ Nick Butler says firms who cannot offer lower prices should be renationalised The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2022
Banks aims to bring new solar power and battery storage scheme to South Yorkshire 116-hectare site submitted to planners as it seeks fifth county operation to join wind projects Birmingham Post · Aug 19, 2022
Former Celtic winger Lewis Morgan 'wanted' for UK transfer return from New York Red Bulls The Scotland cap has netted a stunning 14 goals in 28 appearances to date this season giving him a one goal every two game ratio. He has also popped up with three assists Glasgow Live · Aug 19, 2022
Owner of 'UK's biggest gold chain' wants Tyson Fury to buy his huge crucifix The chain weighs in at a hefty 1.5kg and is expected to sell for an estimated £30,000 at auction. Daily Record · Aug 19, 2022
Scottish mechanic fighting Russian army labelled hero by Ukrainians A SCOTTISH mechanic who went to Ukraine to fight Russia has been lauded as a hero by the country. The National (Scotland) · Aug 19, 2022
Vladimir Putin is losing information war in Ukraine, says UK spy chief But Russia’s propaganda could risk ‘blunting international outrage’ over the invasion, he warned The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2022
Why are some areas of the UK in drought? A visual guide Despite the arrival of heavy rain, nine UK regions remain drought zones. But what is a drought and why is it happening? The Guardian - UK · Aug 19, 2022
Universal Credit claimants could qualify for additional DWP benefit without being penalised People could qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) which supports 547 health conditions Chronicle Live · Aug 19, 2022
Rail strikes: Which trains are running on Saturday? Many of the UK’s trains services will be off-limits The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2022
Train strikes: Why are this week’s rail walkouts happening and who will be affected? Following June’s widespread train cancellations, the UK will see three days of rail chaos due to strikes The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2022
Can I get a refund if my train is cancelled due to the rail strikes? A spate of spring and summer transport strikes have caused mayhem for both commuters and UK holidaymakers. But what are you rights when it comes to getting your money back? The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2022
UK faces energy bills 'humanitarian crisis' with 'unprecedented' death risk, warns NHS chief Matthew Taylor, head of the NHS Confederation, wrote to ministers as he warned cold homes can cause 10,000 additional deaths in a normal year - and an 'unprecedented' number of people won't be able to put the heating on Daily Mirror · Aug 19, 2022
Lorry driver working for Irish firm was over alcohol limit when colliding with car on motorway The collision happened as the HGV driver tried to enter a motorway earlier this week. Irish Mirror · Aug 19, 2022
The perfect storm battering the UK economy From inflation to the war in Ukraine the economy is facing major challenges Birmingham Post · Aug 19, 2022
Wales Online · Aug 19, 2022 NHS bosses warn of sickness and illness outbreaks in UK unless action taken over soaring energy bills The country is facing a 'humanitarian crisis' unless the Government does more to help people, the NHS Confederation says
The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2022 NHS bosses make rare appeal to ministers as UK faces ‘public health emergency’ Leaders warn that unless the Government takes action on rising energy prices, fuel poverty will put additional pressure on an already overwhelmed NHS.
Chronicle Live · Aug 19, 2022 Pale Waves to kick off UK tour at Newcastle's Central Park after cancelling summer show in city Pale Waves will perform at Newcastle's Central Park in November
Zenger · Aug 19, 2022 London Firemen Tackle Massive Blaze Involving Electric Cars Near Train Station “Trains to and from London Bridge are affected and several buildings have been evacuated.”
Evening Standard · Aug 19, 2022 Self-driving vehicles ‘on UK roads by 2025’ under new Government plans Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has unveiled new Government plans to boost the rollout of self-driving technology.
Zenger · Aug 19, 2022 The Biggest Gold Crucifix In The UK Is Expected To Fetch At Least $36,000 At Auction Andreo Montanino, 33, bought the chunky 3-pound treasure in honor of his beloved late grandmother who was a devout Roman Catholic.
Zenger · Aug 19, 2022 Heroic Plucky Villagers Douse Brush Fire With The Tools At Hand Men, women, children came together on Sunday, August 14, to battle the fire in England's Cotswolds region.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 19, 2022 We fled the Taliban in chaos, shock and terror. A year later we have a new home and hope My work as a journalist made us targets. Now we have a safe new home and I am determined to keep reporting on the bravery of Afghan women and girls
Evening Standard · Aug 19, 2022 Putin’s war fuelling ‘catastrophic’ crisis putting 50 million people ‘one step from famine’ Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine has “put more people at risk of death” in dozens of developing countries where nearly 50 million people are now just “one step away from famine,” a minister warned on Friday.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 19, 2022 Former BP chief urges freeze to UK energy price cap to help households Ofgem should stop rises in cap, and energy firms unable to offer lower bills should be nationalised, says Nick Butler
The Guardian - UK · Aug 19, 2022 Ministers accused of ‘provoking’ strikes as tube action disrupts London travel Sadiq Khan claims transport secretary ‘deliberately’ seeking industrial action to pave way for legislation curtailing union rights