This weeks uk weather forecast

Here we go again. A low-pressure system from the Gulf of Alaska is forecast to impact the San Francisco Bay Area from Monday through Wednesday, bringing more rain and wind to a region that was battered by a storm less than a week ago. This system is expected to reach peak intensity over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of the California-Oregon border before drifting south along the California coast and passing by the Bay Area. The storm is expected to bring less severe impacts to the region than the last area of low pressure that passed directly over San Francisco, said Rick Canepa, a forecaster with the National Weather Service. The National Weather Service expanded the Monday-Tuesday wind advisory to include the North Bay, East Bay and eastern Santa Clara hills in addition to the coastal areas. The advisory is in effect Monday night through Tuesday afternoon, with peak gusts expected to be up to 40 to 50 mph. Winds are expected to begin developing in the North Bay at … [Read more...] about Another storm is forecast to hit the Bay Area. Here’s what to expect.

Almost two-thirds of workers would prefer working a four-day week, a recent poll has found. A survey of 12,000 people, carried out by employment firm Hays found that nearly two in three workers would favour the switch to an office-based four-day week. One in three employers said they would be more likely to accommodate the switch if staff spent all four days on-site. Just under two in three workers said they would consider switching jobs if another company offered a shorter working week. This has increased from a little over 50% compared to a similar poll that was recorded last year. Almost two-thirds of workers would prefer working a four-day week, according to the study The findings follow a recent trial where 61 UK companies reduced their employees' working hours by 20 per cent , with no changes made to their salary. This trial saw around 2,900 employees work a four-day week for six months from June 2022. Surveys found that 39 per cent of staff felt less … [Read more...] about Nearly two-thirds of UK workers would prefer a four-day week from the office, survey of 12,000 UK staff reveals

Prince Harry arrives at the High Court in London Prince Harry's "low-key" appearance in central London this morning was likely an attempt avoid a "media circus", one royal expert has said. Christine Ross told Express.co.uk that Harry's "low-key appearance" was hopefully "a sign of things to come" for the Duke and Duchess amid negative press coverage. Related articles Meghan and Harry 'used LA club front door despite secret entrance' Meghan and Harry 'cannot win' against Royal Family, claims expert Meghan and Harry have dominated the royal headlines following their Netflix docu-series and Prince Harry 's bombshell memoir Spare. But this morning Prince Harry appears to have changed tack, making an unscheduled appearance in central London for his case against Daily Mail publisher Associated Newspapers. "This is hopefully a sign of things to come. Harry’s surprising presence at today’s court hearing was as low-key as … [Read more...] about Prince Harry’s ‘low-profile’ UK appearance is clear move to ‘minimise media circus’

HUMZA Yousaf has been elected as the next leader of the SNP after a fiery five-week contest. The Health Secretary saw off Finance Secretary Kate Forbes and former community safety minister Ash Regan in their bid to replace Nicola Sturgeon. Ms Sturgeon announced in February that she would resign after more than eight years in the job once her successor has been chosen. Mr Yousaf will become Scotland's youngest First Minister and also the first ever person from a minority ethnic background to hold the post. Responding to the news, Nicola Sturgeon said he will be an "outstanding leader" and "could not be prouder" to have him succeed her. In his victory speech, he said he was "honoured" to be entrusted by the SNP membership after winning the leadership election. He added: "It is hard for me to find the words to describe just how honoured I am to be entrusted by our membership of the SNP to be the party's next leader and to be on the cusp of being our country's next … [Read more...] about Humza Yousaf revealed as new SNP leader after fiery five-week contest

THE area where Brits' homes are most likely to be burgled has been revealed. The Sun has exposed where in Britain people are most likely to be the victim of thievery. Greater Manchester is the current "burglary capital of England" where the highest level of crimes per 1,000 population was reported. They recorded the most raids on homes and businesses between January and December last year. The numbers are calculated to show the level of crime proportionate to the number of people who live there. Manchester saw a whopping 29.6 burglaries occur per 1,000 people according to the latest ONS figures. MORE ON BURGLARIES BEHIND BARS I have nobody to talk to since pal was jailed for burglary DANCING ON Where Step Up cast are now - from heroin overdose heartache to 'sexting' scandal ON YER BIKE Police that solve under 10% of burglaries agree to spend '£1m' on cycling gear It is the … [Read more...] about UK’s most dangerous areas for burglaries revealed – is YOUR town top of the list?

Newcastle was the most affordable city for an Easter staycation (Image: Getty) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info New research from Pikl Insurance has found the cheapest UK destination for a staycation for a last-minute Easter holiday. The most affordable spot was a “vibrant city” in Northern England. Related articles Expert shares ‘lesser-known’ destinations perfect for budget break Manchester becomes first UK city to start charging tourists at hotels Most affordable staycations Newcastle, England Pembrokeshire, Wales Anglesey, Wales Lake District, England Snowdonia, Wales Belfast, Northern Ireland Inverness, Scotland Ballycastle, Northern Ireland Falmouth, England Peak District, England … [Read more...] about The cheapest UK destination for an Easter staycation is a ‘vibrant city’ – full list

A COUPLE who scooped an eye-watering £161million when they won the EuroMillions splashed the cash at an astounding rate of £100,000 a week before tragedy struck. Colin and Christine Weir landed the colossal prize money in 2011 and were Europe’s second-biggest winners until someone in Italy won a jackpot worth £193m in 2019. But at the time of Colin’s death in December 2019 his share of the prize money had dwindled by around £40m , having spent the millions living a life of luxury, forking out for sports cars, property and the football club he supported. It is said that at one point, Colin was burning through around £100k of his winnings a week. Not all of the money went on his taste for the high life though and the former STV cameraman also shared his immense wealth with family and friends as well as various charities. A fair chunk of his money went on building up a fleet of luxury cars, including some of the world’s most sort-after makes. Read More on … [Read more...] about Inside heartbreaking story of EuroMillions couple who won £161M & burnt through £100k a WEEK… before tragedy struck

Gemma Hall threatened to throw acid at shop workers (Image: Chronicle Live) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A drunk thief threatened to throw acid over shop workers. Gemma Hall was in the process of stealing goods from a shop when she was spotted by its security team. Related articles Woman sobs in court accused of killing couple in crash Woman hit with £400 council fine for 'putting bins out on wrong day' However, instead of giving up the items and apologising, the 32-year-old shouted "I have acid, I'm going to throw it in your face" while holding a jar of yellow liquid, a court was told. Her threats resulted in staff at Farm Foods, in Blyth, Northumberland backing off and Hall escaped with £15-worth … [Read more...] about Drunk thief threatened to throw acid at shop worker

The bone fragment was found in the Williamson Tunnels (Image: Martin Birchall / Trinity Mirror) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info "Human remains" have been found in a tunnel under a city. Police confirmed that a bone fragment, believed to be human, was found in the tunnels on Friday, March 24. Related articles Drunk thief threatened to throw acid at shop worker Childminder quits as Ofsted inspector reports dog knocking over tots Archaeological work had been underway in Liverpool's historic Williamson Tunnels when the potential human remains were found beneath the city's Edge Hill area, reports The Liverpool Echo. Writing on the Williamson Tunnels Facebook page, heritage centre manager Dave Bridson … [Read more...] about ‘Human remains’ found in tunnel under city

GB News panelists clash during debate about protests SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A historian was accused of on-air 'assault' by her fellow panelist during a heated debate over bias in the legal system on Jacob Rees-Mogg's GB News show tonight. In shocking scenes writer and broadaster Tessa Dunlop was seen to raise her hand to cover the mouth of fellow guest Jerry Hayes as they clashed in a discussion over the duty of lawyers to ignore their political bias when it comes to choosing what clients they represent. Related articles Fury at lawyers' agreement to not prosecute XR and Just Stop Oil Furious climate activist loses cool during Rees-Mogg interview A stunned Mr Hayes, a former … [Read more...] about Historian accused of on-air GB News ‘assault’ as she clashed in debate over bias