Valley Fest, set to take place from August 1-4 on an organic farm in Chew Magna near Bristol, is gearing up for its 10th birthday with an impressive lineup. Artists Don Letts, Badger, Jaguar Skills, and OKO will perform on a takeover
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that inflation in countries like the UK and the US is proving “persistent,” potentially requiring interest rates to remain elevated for a prolonged period. This persistence in inflation, particularly in the services sector, continues to
The UK economy grew by 0.4% in May, twice the forecasted rate, driven by strong performances in retail and construction, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This growth marked a rebound from zero growth in April, which had been affected
LONDON — The U.K.’s opposition Labour Party has achieved a significant parliamentary majority in the general election, unseating the Conservative Party after 14 years in power. In the early hours of Friday, Labour surpassed the threshold needed to govern independently as outgoing
The UK’s pandemic planning failures and weaknesses are expected to be revealed in the first report from the Covid inquiry, chaired by Baroness Hallett. This highly anticipated report will be released at lunchtime and will address the state of the healthcare system,
The UK Research and Innovation programme, “Mobilising Community Assets to Tackle Health Inequalities,” is advancing into its third phase, marking a significant step in addressing health disparities within some of the most underserved communities in Britain. This phase will see the initiation
On July 4, registered voters across the UK’s 650 parliamentary constituencies will vote for their preferred candidates in a general election called by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. The UK employs a first-past-the-post (FPTP) voting system, meaning the candidate with the most votes
Recent developments have put UK companies at risk of prosecution due to the National Crime Agency’s (NCA) failure to investigate cotton imports that may involve forced labour from the Uyghur region of China. A pivotal Court of Appeal judgment on 27 June
As the UK general election approaches, voters are faced with the decision of which party to support. If you haven’t made your choice yet, this guide offers an overview of where the major parties stand on key issues, based on their campaign
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak shocked the political landscape by announcing a general election scheduled for July 4, a date much earlier than many had anticipated. This significant move comes on the heels of the prorogation of Parliament on May 24, which allowed