Budget cuts for school streets raise safety concerns, prompting Green Party to request transparency and a detailed delivery plan. School Streets Budget Cut Sparks Safety Concerns, Green Party Demands Plan The council plans to spend £87,000 on school streets. Three primary schools will get them, and green campaigners see this as a win. But, questions…
Explore the eerie Maryon Grove estate in Woolwich, left untouched for 10 years before demolition in 2023. Abandoned South London Estate Frozen in Time for Almost a Decade London faces a housing shortage right now. Yet, some buildings stand empty. Maryon Grove estate in Woolwich is one example. It sat unused for nearly ten years.…
An elderly woman is in critical condition after being struck by a bus on Shields Road in Byker yesterday afternoon. Woman Critically Injured After Shields Road Bus Accident in Byker Hey, something happened in Newcastle. A woman got hurt by a bus. It happened on Shields Road in the Byker area yesterday around 2 PM.…
After 70 years, Portishead is getting a new train station, costing £152 million, with a rail link to Bristol planned by 2027. Portishead to Get First Train Station in 70 Years for £152 Million Hey! Guess what’s happening near Somerset! This town is getting a train station. It’s been over 70 years since they had…
Elmya Energy seeks feedback on a battery storage system near Melbourne Village, aiming to boost green energy use. East Yorkshire Residents Invited to Share Views on New Energy Site Hey, there’s a cool project near Melbourne. It’s in East Yorkshire. People can share their thoughts about it. Elmya Energy wants to build a battery system…
St Andrew’s in Clermiston may close after Easter due to rising costs. Members will discuss options, including joining another parish. Edinburgh Church Faces Closure Due to Financial Struggles After Easter Clermiston’s church may close after Easter. It’s St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. A letter went to church members explaining future service options. The church can no…
Lisa Tulloch faced charges after removing a clamp placed on her car for an unpaid parking ticket. She ended up in court. Woman Clamps Down on Bailiffs After Car Clamping Incident So, a woman named Lisa Tulloch got in trouble with her car. Devon County Council put a clamp on her car because of an…
Council tax increases across Scotland spark concerns as residents grapple with rising living costs. Scottish Council Tax Hikes Squeeze Residents Amid Cost of Living Crisis Scottish councils plan to raise taxes after years of under-funding. Some people think taxes are already too high, but the SNP says councils got a fair deal and are happier…
Keith Riding, an electric car driver, was wrongly fined £625 in London’s ULEZ/LEZ zones. TfL admits error and refunds charges. Electric Car Owner Fined £625 Despite Exemption in London Zones Keith Riding, 76, got charged wrongly. He entered London zones and paid fines. This happened even though his car is electric. Electric cars don’t pay…
After his brother’s death, Jay pursued their shared dream, now a qualified welder and inspiring others. NI Welder Honors Late Brother with Apprenticeship Success in Derry Jay Gurney is now a qualified welder. He got the chance after his brother passed away. His brother, Lee, died in 2020 from an aneurysm. Both brothers applied for…