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Published: 03 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk Kemi Badenoch’s announcement on the eve of the Conservative Party conference that the Tories would repeal the 2008 Climate Change Act marks a bold political manoeuvre, one that could signal a turning point in the party’s approach to governance. By proposing to scrap legislation widely associated with net-zero commitments, Badenoch positions the Conservatives as a potential counterbalance to Reform UK, presenting a...

Published: 03 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk A man’s attempt to purchase what he believed to be a simple scale model of the iconic Thunderbird 3 rocket ended in astonishment when he realized the object was nearly life-size. The unusual acquisition, which has become a local landmark at Humberside Airport in North Lincolnshire, has captured the imagination of fans of the classic 1960s puppet sci-fi series Thunderbirds and left...

Published: 03 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk A recent survey has revealed a marked deterioration in the sense of safety among Jewish communities across the United Kingdom, showing how the repercussions of the 7 October 2023 attacks continue to resonate more than two years later. According to the findings, conducted by the Institute for Jewish Policy Research (JPR) during June and July 2025, 35% of British Jews reported feeling...

Published: 03 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk A quiet autumn morning in Manchester turned into a scene of chaos and terror on Thursday when a lone attacker targeted worshippers at Heaton Park shul, a synagogue in Crumpsall, during Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. Reports indicate that at 9.31 am, a member of the public alerted Greater Manchester Police after witnessing a vehicle being driven erratically...

Published: 03 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk In a dramatic development highlighting the tensions between local authorities and the press, Nottinghamshire County Council has lifted a controversial ban on journalists from the region’s largest newspaper following threats of legal action. The decision comes after sustained criticism from media watchdogs, politicians, and legal experts, raising important questions about press freedom, local governance, and accountability in the United Kingdom. The council,...

Published: 03 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk A new study has reignited debate over abortion services in the United Kingdom, as medical experts and reproductive health advocates call for at-home medical abortions to be legally permitted up to 12 weeks of pregnancy across the country. The research, conducted in Scotland and published in BMJ Sexual & Reproductive Health, provides strong evidence that at-home medical abortions during the early stages...

Published: 03 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk The quiet Thursday morning in north Manchester was supposed to be one of solemn prayer and reflection. Worshippers had gathered early at Heaton Park synagogue, known locally as Heaton Park shul, for the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, Yom Kippur. Rabbi Daniel Walker, dressed in long white ceremonial robes, had begun to lead the special prayers. But within minutes, the calm...

Published: 03 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Ange Postecoglou finds himself in a storm of discontent just six matches into his reign at Nottingham Forest. A 3-2 Europa League defeat to Danish side FC Midtjylland has left the Australian head coach still searching for his first win, and with it, his credibility among the Forest faithful is rapidly eroding. The atmosphere at the City Ground...

Published: 02 October '2025. The English Chronicle Desk The United Kingdom’s political and business communities were thrown into debate and dismay following Conservative leadership contender Kemi Badenoch’s recent declaration that she would repeal the 2008 Climate Change Act if the Tories win the next general election. The announcement, which aims to remove the legal requirement for the government to set five-yearly carbon budgets leading up to 2050, was swiftly condemned...

Published: 02 October '2025. The English Chronicle Desk Manchester City’s quest for Champions League dominance suffered another setback on Wednesday as they were held to a 2-2 draw away at AS Monaco, despite a commanding first-half performance from striker Erling Haaland. The Norwegian forward showcased his lethal efficiency by scoring both of City’s goals in the opening 45 minutes, needing only seven touches to leave the Monaco defense in disarray....