Warwickshire: a ceremonial county in the West Midlands, bordered by six counties. It blends historic towns with rural landscapes and key transport links.
A TEACHING Regulation Agency panel has banned two teachers for sexual misconduct. Matthew Udall and Ross Bullen have been prohibited from teaching following convictions and findings that their actions brought the profession into disrepute. Udall was convicted of inciting sexual activity involving a girl under 13 and attempting to observe a private act, while Bullen sent explicit images to a teenager; both cases resulted in prison or disbarment. The TRA order against Udall is immediate and without review.
Cattle on the West Coast Main Line have blocked tracks near Rugeley, causing widespread delays and cancellations for Avanti West Coast, Lumo, London Northwestern and West Midlands services. The line has been blocked for more than three hours, with disruption expected to last until 4pm. Tickets are being accepted on alternative routes.
A wave of legal actions has unfolded as multiple individuals face charges for fraud, embezzlement and money laundering across the U.S. and Europe. Proceedings highlight the reach of illicit finance in corporate and public institutions, with investigations centering on unemployment benefits fraud, luxury embezzlement and political corruption.
The Range Rover Sport Electric has been shown in prototype form at Goodwood. It follows the full-size Range Rover Electric, with deliveries due in 2027. The Sport aims for more dynamic driving while preserving Range Rover comfort and off-road ability.
Jaguar Land Rover plans to cut fewer than 300 UK jobs as it continues its recovery from a cyber attack that halted production last year and amid tariff pressures. The company says affected staff may be redeployed or offered voluntary exit, with locations and roles undisclosed.
The Category A-listed North Bridge has fully reopened to traffic and pedestrians after eight years of restoration. The project has delivered a restored facade, structural work, and new monitoring access, with final below-street works to follow this year. Officials say the bridge is returning to its role as a key transport link ahead of the festival peak.
Sir Ian McKellen has sent a video message to Wigan Pride, expressing love and support. The actor recalls his Wigan grounding and celebrates today’s Pride as a sign of change that lets LGBTQ+ people live openly. The festival marks a shift from past times when Pride did not exist in Wigan.
England and Wales face ongoing drought conditions as reservoir levels stay low despite a wetter winter. Officials warn that continuing heat and low rainfall threaten water supplies, with hosepipe bans in effect and calls for infrastructure action.