The UK plans a new UK disinformation unit to counter hostile information attacks linked to Russia and other adversaries. Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced the National Centre for Information Defence during his first address to the United Nations General Assembly. The centre will focus on detecting, attributing and disrupting hostile state information attacks. Meanwhile, the… Continue reading UK Disinformation Unit to Counter Russia and AI Threats
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has warned that proposed EU industry rules could hurt UK businesses and disrupt supply chains as he prepares to discuss the issue with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The European Union wants its proposed “Made in Europe” policy to strengthen European manufacturers and reduce reliance on Chinese components.… Continue reading Burnham Warns EU Industry Rules Could Hurt UK
The UK is preparing to deploy an RAF Voyager aircraft to support Saudi Arabia as it responds to attacks by Yemen’s Houthi forces. The aircraft will provide air-to-air refuelling for Saudi fighter jets, allowing them to remain airborne for longer during defensive missions. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham approved the deployment after Saudi Arabia formally… Continue reading UK Saudi Jets Refuelling: RAF Voyager Supports Saudi Arabia
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he expects to find common ground with US President Donald Trump when the two leaders meet in person for the first time in New York. The meeting comes during the United Nations General Assembly, where world leaders have gathered for talks on major global issues. Burnham and Trump have… Continue reading Burnham Expects Common Ground With Trump in First Meeting
Axel Rudakubana, who was jailed for killing three girls at a Southport dance event, has appeared in a London court over new allegations involving prison staff. Prosecutors allege that Rudakubana threw boiling water mixed with sugar at a prison officer. The incident reportedly happened at Belmarsh prison in London in May 2025. Rudakubana, now 20,… Continue reading Axel Rudakubana Faces New Prison Assault Charges
Flights at several UK airports faced delays on Monday after a new air traffic control failure UK incident affected systems at NATS’ Prestwick centre in Scotland. Manchester, Glasgow and Belfast airports reported delays. London Gatwick and London City also warned passengers about disruption. NATS later said the connectivity problem had been fixed and that operations… Continue reading New Air Traffic Control Failure Delays UK Flights
Grand Burstin Hotel fire concerns have forced about 90 residents from nearby homes in Folkestone after inspectors warned that the intense basement blaze may have weakened the building’s structure. Folkestone and Hythe District Council moved residents from Pavilion Court on Marine Terrace on Saturday evening. The council said it was arranging alternative accommodation while safety… Continue reading Grand Burstin Hotel Fire: Homes Evacuated Over Safety Fears
The Grand Burstin Hotel fire in Folkestone is being treated as suspicious after about 280 people were evacuated from the seaside hotel early Saturday morning. Kent Fire and Rescue Service said 26 fire engines were sent to the hotel at about 01:05 BST. Meanwhile, Kent Police launched an investigation and appealed to witnesses for information… Continue reading Grand Burstin Hotel Fire: Police Treat Blaze as Suspicious
The Lib Dems conference began in Brighton with leader Ed Davey presenting his party as a barrier against Nigel Farage and Reform UK. Davey said the Liberal Democrats were a “firewall” against Farage and Reform. He also argued that the party could defend and gain seats that Reform would need in a future election. The… Continue reading Lib Dems Conference: Davey Targets Farage and Reform
The UK air traffic control outage that disrupted hundreds of thousands of passengers last week was caused by a software defect, according to air traffic control operator NATS. The failure resulted in around 2,000 flight cancellations and several days of disruption. Airlines faced significant costs as they worked to reposition aircraft and crews, while also… Continue reading UK Air Traffic Control Outage Caused by Software Defect
