UK News Daily UK Venues Hit by Tax Hikes, AngryGinge Wins Celebrity 2025, Winehouse Estate Fights Auction, UK Launches Atlantic Bastion, and more...
Dec 9, 2025
UK concert venues are in peril due to looming tax hikes, risking higher ticket prices and closures. Meanwhile, YouTube sensation AngryGinge makes waves after winning a celebrity competition, paving the way for more media opportunities. The estate of Amy Winehouse grapples with legal battles over the auction of her personal items. In response to threats, the UK unveils the Atlantic Bastion program to safeguard undersea infrastructure using advanced technology. Additionally, Hitachi launches a new eco-friendly train fleet revolutionizing travel between Sheffield and London.
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Rising Taxes Threaten Live Music Scene
- Business rates revaluations threaten venue viability and could push up ticket prices as costs get passed to fans.
- Transitional relief limits first-year rises but cumulative increases risk doubling bills within three years.
YouTuber's Big Reality TV Win
- Angry Ginge (Morgan Birtwhistle) won I'm A Celebrity 2025 after nearly 13 million votes, the highest in a decade.
- His win fuels talk of media deals, panel shows and brand collaborations across gaming and lifestyle sectors.
High Court Battle Over Amy Winehouse Items
- Mitch Winehouse is suing over alleged hidden ownership of Amy's clothing and seeks over £700,000 in damages tied to 155 items.
- Defence witnesses say Amy frequently gifted clothes to friends, complicating claims about provenance.