UK News Daily UK Demands Chelsea Sale Funds Go to Ukraine, Tour de France Start Sparks Debate, UK Probes Foreign Interference in Politics, Scotland Eagles Vanish Police Probe, and more...
Dec 18, 2025
A bold move sees the UK demanding a £2.5 billion transfer from Abramovich’s Chelsea sale to aid Ukraine. The decision to host the Tour de France in Edinburgh sparks a heated debate over funding for major events. An independent review into foreign financial interference in UK politics has been launched, focusing on future threats. Meanwhile, a mysterious case unfolds in Scotland with police investigating the disappearance of reintroduced eagles. The debate over centralized news at STV raises job security concerns among unions.
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Frozen Chelsea Sale Funds Tied To Ukraine Aid
- The UK has given a 90-day window for a £2.5bn transfer linked to the Chelsea sale into a Ukraine humanitarian foundation.
- Ministers signal readiness to pursue court action to enforce the donation if Abramovich does not comply.
Edinburgh's Costly Grand Depart Sparks Debate
- Edinburgh will host the 2027 Tour de France Grand Depart with projected costs up to £10.95m and hopes for major tourism gains.
- Critics warn the funding process and one-off sporting spending may sideline cultural and ongoing community support.
New Review Targets Modern Foreign Money Risks
- An independent review into foreign financial interference will be led by Philip Rycroft and target modern threats like crypto and shell companies.
- The review will avoid re-examining 2016 referendum interference and aims to report by late March.