UK: Fear of energy costs left woman with mouldy walls

When the energy crisis first hit, Beverley Jones was so worried about how she would pay her bills that she turned her heating off completely and ended up with mouldy…

UK: Judo star ‘ecstatic’ to win gold despite broken rib

A judoka with a broken rib and toe said adrenaline took over as he went on to win the Judo World Veteran Championship. Shaun Mitty, 54, from Leigh-on-Sea, Essex took…

Northen Ireland: Man in court over Dublin hit-and-run that killed couple

A man has appeared in court charged in connection with an alleged hit-and-run in west Dublin that killed a husband and wife.John Halpin, 45, of Whitestown Avenue, Blanchardstown, appeared at…

Northern Ireland: Murder investigation launched after County Wexford death

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a 58-year-old man in County Wexford on Tuesday. Gardaí (Irish police) and emergency services were called to the incident at…

UK: Homes flooded in Greater Manchester as storms hit New Year’s Day

More than 100 flood warnings have been issued across the UK and a major incident declared in Greater Manchester as wind and rain hits parts of the country on the…

UK: Ambulance pressures remain as critical incident ends

A critical incident declared by the Welsh ambulance service has been stood down.It comes after its boss urged people to “drink sensibly” at new year to help reduce demand, following a 340-call…

UK: Firefighters tackle warehouse blaze

More than 120 firefighters are using a water tower and drones as they tackle a blaze at a warehouse in east London. London Fire Brigade said it was called to…

UK: Jewel raid victims offer up to £1.5m in rewards

The victims of a recent £10m jewellery raid on a London mansion have offered rewards totalling £1.5m to help catch the thief and recover their stolen items. Some of the…

Scotland: Rails ‘unsafe’ and homes without power amid downpours

Rail services across Scotland have been disrupted due to line closures from heavy rain, dangerous water levels and a landslip. Trains between Inverness and Perth have been cancelled following the…

Sussex: Yellow weather warning for wind issued

A yellow weather warning for strong winds has been issued across Sussex for New Year’s Day. The Met Office alert comes into effect at 07:00 GMT and lasts until 23:59…