British Isles
Bishops' Easter messages on new beginnings and hope amid conflict
CofE bishops have shared Easter messages highlighting hope, renewal, and the transforming power of Christ amid global and personal challenges. Guli Francis-Dehqani, reflecting on a visit to the Holy Land, described the severe hardship faced by…
Doctors lose new jobs package as strike goes ahead
A planned six-day strike by resident doctors in England is set to go ahead after talks between the Government and the British Medical Association (BMA) broke down. In response, ministers have withdrawn a proposed package that…
Hundreds of youths caught up in viral 'link-up' trend
Large groups of teenagers have caused disorder in several UK cities following a growing social media trend encouraging youths to 'link up' in large numbers. In Birmingham and parts of London, including Clapham, hundreds gathered, leading…
Vulnerable children exposed to sexual abuse at hundreds of illegal care homes
An investigation has revealed that more than eight hundred illegal and unregulated children’s care homes in the UK, exposing vulnerable young people to serious harm. These homes, often unregistered with Ofsted, lack proper oversight and safeguards,…
