Cathedral city and unitary authority on the River Derwent, cradle of rail and advanced transport
Prosecutors in Utah outline probable cause to try Tyler Robinson on aggravated murder charges related to the killing of Kirk. Defense challenges evidence; judge will determine if the case proceeds to trial. The proceedings draw public attention as the victim’s family and supporters attend.
East Midlands Railway has announced a temporary timetable reduction on the Midland Main Line due to ongoing reliability issues with the Hitachi Class 810 Aurora trains. The change affects London to Nottingham, Sheffield and surrounding routes, with some services short-formed or canceled. The operator will continue to work with Hitachi to restore a stable service.
The conflict in Iran has pushed up energy prices and fuel costs, with gas and oil contributing to higher household bills. The price cap review set for 1 July to 30 September 2026 is expected to show a rise, while a think tank identifies towns most vulnerable to energy-spending shocks.
Multiple defendants across the UK face charges or have admitted offences related to rape, sexual assault and abuse spanning decades. Cases involve a former pop star, MPs, and a group of men; proceedings are ongoing with investigations, plea changes, and upcoming trials.
The NPR project has a £45bn funding cap and aims to connect northern cities with new or upgraded rail lines. MPs warn it risks repeating HS2’s failures, with unclear costs, routes and governance. The government maintains a disciplined, phased approach while engaging mayors and Network Rail.
Humphrey Smith, founder and private figure behind the Samuel Smith Old Brewery, has died at 81. The brewery is famed for rigid rules banning mobile phones, sieving its pubs from modern tech, and operating a network of around 200 pubs across the UK. Locals describe him as a private man with strong ties to Tadcaster, where horse-drawn deliveries and a historic brand survive.