News in the Fast Lane: Your essential UK and global news and politics
As Conservative MPs brace for looming by-election defeats and express concerns over leadership under Rishi Sunak, the party faces mounting challenges in Wellingborough, Kingswood, and the country. Here’s the full story. Bracing for the Blow Prime Minister Rishi Sunak cannot seem to catch a break. As the countdown to two critical by-elections ticks away, Conservative … Read more
Insolvencies in the UK have reached a 30-year high, with rising costs, high inflation, and sky-high interest rates leading to a profoundly difficult period for British business. Here’s the full story. Bust or Bust The UK has been no stranger recently to bad economic news, but recent figures have shed light on how difficult things … Read more
The latest data from the Office of National Statistics reveals a historic dip below 50% in married individuals, leading legal experts to call for changes to the laws around cohabitation. Here’s the full story. I Don’t Relationships are complicated, particularly in our modern age of dating apps, so-called “situationships,” and changing views on monogamy. This … Read more
Unveiling the dark underbelly of neo-Nazi podcast Black Wolf Radio, hosts Christopher Gibbons and Tyrone Patten-Walsh are sentenced to 15 years for terrorism offenses. Here’s the full story. Neo-Nazi Podcast Hosts Jailed Christopher Gibbons and Tyrone Patten-Walsh, hosts of the notorious neo-Nazi podcast Black Wolf Radio, have been handed 15 years in prison for terrorism … Read more
The charity, Libraries Connected launches a vital support program for over 650 libraries facing imminent budget cuts across the UK, aiming to fortify these community pillars against financial adversity and safeguard their indispensable contributions to literacy, health, and digital inclusion. Here’s the full story. Libraries Budget Cuts Libraries Connected, the charity representing library services in … Read more
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s electoral strategy is taking shape as he hints at a late 2024 general election, challenging Labour’s expectations and setting the stage for a dynamic political showdown. Here’s the full story. Rishi Sunak’s Electoral Timeline Rishi Sunak, the UK Prime Minister, has provided a significant insight into his electoral plans, signaling … Read more
Keir Starmer has ruled out breaking fiscal rules to meet the £28 billion green investment target, prompting internal debate on the party’s economic priorities in the lead-up to the upcoming election. Here’s the full story. Labour’s Shifting Platform Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, has made a significant announcement, ruling out breaking fiscal … Read more
Amidst the ban on American XL bully dogs in England and Wales, concerns arise as some owners attempt to rehome these restricted breeds in Scotland, prompting a call for decisive action and clear regulations in the face of potential safety risks. Here’s the full story. Rehoming XL Bully Dogs American XL bully dogs find themselves … Read more
Conservative MP Chris Skidmore’s resignation over the government’s oil and gas licensing bill has triggered a by-election, intensifying the scrutiny on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s leadership. Here’s the full story. Resignation Shockwaves Conservative Member of Parliament Chris Skidmore’s recent resignation has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, amplifying the ongoing debate surrounding the government’s energy … Read more
Nutramigen baby formula stages 1 and 2 face a recall over potential Cronobacter sakazakii contamination in a recent development impacting both the UK and the United States. Here’s the full story. Formula Recall Batches of Nutramigen stage 1 and stage 2 baby formula powders have been recalled due to the potential presence of Cronobacter sakazakii, … Read more