The islands are the windiest part of the UK, which means it will be rare for the turbines not to be spinning.
Month: August 2024
Gold medal-winning sailor Sir Ben Ainslie robbed of Rolex at knifepoint
The most successful Olympic sailor of all time was robbed of his Rolex in Barcelona, Spanish media report.
Parents warned of back-to-school measles surge
Children should be up to date with all vaccinations to protect them and other people, officials say.
Students face uncertainty in BTec funding ‘mess’
Schools and colleges in England say a lack of clarity on the future of vocational courses is a “minefield”.
Colum Eastwood to resign as SDLP leader
It is understood that Mr Eastwood will remain as leader until a successor is chosen by the party.
Lucy Letby: Questions grow in debate on killer’s convictions
A number of experts are raising concerns about evidence presented in the neonatal nurse’s trials.
Starmer says ‘ambitious’ reset with Europe will not mean reversing Brexit
The PM says he wants closer relations with Europe, as he begins talks on a new agreement with Germany.
‘I stole to order’, £300-a-day former shoplifter tells BBC
A prolific shoplifter who stole “tens of thousands” of pounds’ worth of goods has said he regularly sold stolen items to other shops.
Hotel chain denies reselling rooms booked by Oasis fans
A Manchester hotel chain faces claims it scrapped pre-made bookings to cash in on the band’s reunion.
Watch out for Ashley but never fear Yvonne
With the next storm season starting on 1 September, a new list of names has been announced – including Ashley, Bert and Conall.
