Author: UK News

Consumerism and the climate crisis threaten equitable future for humanity, report says The Earth Commission says hope lies in sustainable lifestyles, a radical transformation of global politics and fair distribution of resources. All of humanity could share a prosperous, equitable future but the space for development is rapidly shrinking under pressure from a wealthy minority of ultra-consumers, a groundbreaking study has shown. Growing environmental degradation and climate instability have pushed the Earth beyond a series of safe planetary boundaries, say the authors from the Earth Commission, but it still remains possible to carve out a “safe and just space” that…

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UK English curricula should focus on ‘inclusive and diverse’ stories, author says Ex-children’s laureate Malorie Blackman says no student should feel English is irrelevant because they do not see themselves reflected in the literature. The English literature curriculum ought to include more “inclusive and diverse” contemporary stories that are “relevant and relatable” to young people’s lives, Malorie Blackman has said. The author of the Noughts and Crosses novels said in the foreword to a Lit in Colour campaign report that it could encourage more children to read for pleasure. She also said that no child should feel that studying English…

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London Pub crowned the best place to get a burger in the UK This summer, the National Burger Awards hosted a special Champion of Champions cook-off to name the best place to get a burger across the country. We’re no stranger to the National Burger Awards – with cult-favourite chain Bleecker taking first place in February’s ceremony for its signature Bacon Double. However, to celebrate 10 years of the prestigious foodie gong, a one-off contest pitted 26 previous winners from the last decade against each other. And it was here that Whole Beast, the resident kitchen at The Montpelier pub in Peckham,…

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More than a million unpaid UK carers living in poverty, research finds Carers UK estimates 600 people a day quit jobs to care for loved ones and calls for a review of the benefits system. More than a million unpaid carers in the UK who look after disabled, frail or ill relatives are living in poverty, with one in 10 experiencing such extreme hardship they struggle to afford to eat regularly or heat their homes, new research shows. Campaigners said carers – routinely lauded by politicians as unsung heroes whose sacrifices help prop up the NHS – were paying the…

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Wednesday’s front pages feature a few leads with several papers focusing on the early release of prisoners in England and Wales. Many of those papers are traditionally right-leaning and see the early release as a ‘day of shame’ for the country and most feature images of men celebrating their release. 

The Commons vote on cutting winter fuel payments is picked up by many other publications. The traditional left-leaning newspapers suggest the public move on from the fuel payments and instead focus on supporting the government in its plans to fix public services. 

A few international stories make the broadsheet front pages as US President Joe Biden is reportedly weighing up whether Ukraine can use American long-range missiles in Russia.

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Sausage rolls and Oasis: ‘Britishcore’ Tiktok trend drives interest in UK culture From crummy pubs to a ‘cheeky Tesco run’, some of the most mundane aspects of British life are going viral. Think of British cultural exports in the 21st century and you might reach for the familiar examples: James Bond, Downton Abbey, Adele. But in the algorithm-driven universe of TikTok where a trend known as “Britishcore” is one of the most in-demand movements of the moment, it’s the mundane aspects of life in the UK which are going viral. Continue reading… https://www.theguardian.com/technology/article/2024/sep/11/sausage-rolls-and-oasis-britishcore-tiktok-trend-drives-interest-in-uk-culture

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Elizabeth line suspended between Heathrow Terminals after track fault | UK News The evening rush hour has been hit by more chaos after the Elizabeth line was suspended between Heathrow Terminals. Travellers between the Heathrow Terminals were warned of possible delays and cancellations after trains could not run through T4. The disruption on Elizabeth line services and Heathrow Express is expected to last until about 10pm, National Rail warned. Trains could be delayed by up to 30 minutes, it said. Meanwhile, drivers have to navigate heavy congestion in both directions on the M25 near Heathrow Airport. Traffic is particularly heavy…

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Landlords warn they may raise rents in response to Labour’s renters’ rights bill Private rental sector reforms ‘could lead to Airbnb Lite’, says landlords’ association before plan unveiled in parliamentLandlords are warning they may raise asking rents in high-demand areas if long-awaited reforms unveiled in parliament on Wednesday turn parts of the private rented sector into “Airbnb Lite”. A ban on no-fault evictions and brakes on in-tenancy rent rises will be among key changes in Labour’s renters’ rights bill, as first revealed last week by the Guardian. But landlords are warning of up to 10% hikes if expected flexible tenancies…

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Princess Kate leads Tuesday’s front pages with the news that she has completed her chemotherapy course. Images of the Princess of Wales, Prince William and their children lead all the papers.

The princess announced she is now cancer-free in a highly emotional and personal video.

Tuesday’s Commons vote on the winter fuel allowance is splashed on many papers this morning! Several publications suggest the government will face a rebellion in the Commons whilst others look at union warnings to avoid deep cuts.

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Lucy Letby: inquiry into how former nurse was able to murder babies begins Hearings into deaths at Countess of Chester hospital’s neonatal unit are expected to last about four months- What is the Thirlwall inquiry, set up after Lucy Letby’s murder convictions is an inquiry set up to examine how the former nurse Lucy Letby was able to murder babies at a neonatal unit over a two-year period is due to begin. Letby, 34, was sentenced to 15 whole-life orders after she was convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder seven others across two separate trials. Continue reading……

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Some crime victims ‘unaware’ of offenders’ early prison release in England and Wales ‘Sizeable minority’ of survivors of crime have not been informed that perpetrators will be freed on TuesdayHundreds of survivors of crime are unaware that their perpetrators will be freed on Tuesday despite requests that this would not happen, the victims’ commissioner has claimed. As the government prepares to release 1,700 offenders to ease overcrowding in prisons in England and Wales, Helen Newlove said some victims were “unaware of their offender’s release” and could not seek protective measures. Continue reading… https://www.theguardian.com/society/article/2024/sep/09/victims-unaware-offenders-early-prison-release-sds40-england-wales

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UK Daily Trending stories Trending – PM facing Labour rebellion over winter fuel allowance The biggest story in the press today is ongoing coverage of the government’s plans to scrap the winter fuel allowance for roughly 10 million pensioners. There are suggestions the government could face a rebellion in the Commons vote on Tuesday. The newspapers and online publications have united in their displeasure for the plan but they report from several different angles and through different lenses.  Basic facts The reaction  The left-leaning newspapers join the traditional right in calling on the government to consider a U-turn. Some papers…

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