UK Current Affairs Quiz (30 June – 6 July 2025)

What major tennis event began in London on 30 June 2025 at the All England Club?

• Queen’s Club Championships

• Wimbledon

• ATP Finals

• British Open

Which well-known actress was seen in the Royal Box during the first week of Wimbledon 2025?

• Meryl Streep

• Cate Blanchett

• Emma Thompson

• Keira Knightley

What women’s sports team did Prince William visit on 30 June 2025 at St George’s Park?

• England Women’s Cricket Team

• England Women’s Rugby Team

• England Lionesses (Women’s Football)

• Team GB Olympic Swimmers

What weather event was forecast for the UK by 6 July 2025?

• Torrential rain across northern counties

• Third official heatwave of the summer

• Snow in higher elevations

• Strong winds from Storm Kieran

Which festival in the North West of England ran from 3–6 July and featured artists like Hozier and Simple Minds?

• Reading Festival

• Glastonbury

• Lytham Festival

• Kendal Calling

Why was Friday night’s headliner Alanis Morissette forced to cancel her set at Lytham Festival?

• Health concerns

• Poor ticket sales

• Safety concerns due to high winds

• Flight delays

Which major UK motor racing event was held at Silverstone on Sunday 6 July 2025?

• British MotoGP

• Formula E London

• British Touring Car Championship

• Formula 1 British Grand Prix

What was the highest recorded UK temperature during the week, and where was it recorded?

• 34.5°C in Kent

• 35.8°C in Faversham

• 33.3°C in Norwich

• 36.5°C in Cambridge

What was the result of the House of Commons vote on the new Universal Credit and PIP reforms bill on 1 July 2025?

• Passed by 75 votes

• Rejected by 10 votes

• Unanimously approved

• Referred to the Lords for delay

What major concession did Labour make to gain support for the welfare bill?

• Cancelled all PIP reassessments

• Removed the four-point test rule for PIP eligibility

• Reversed Universal Credit work requirements

• Increased disability payments by 10%