Author: Dave Carter

A community in Rhyl, located within Denbighshire, has once again been identified as the most deprived neighbourhood in Wales, marking the second time since 2019 that it has held this position, according to recently released data. This information comes from the Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation (WIMD), an official measure produced periodically by the Welsh… Continue reading Wales' most deprived areas named – see how your area is affected

The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has enlisted a top cyber-security specialist to help investigate how a document revealing critical details of Wednesday’s Budget was made available online prematurely. This unexpected leak occurred about 40 minutes before Rachel Reeves officially presented her statement, throwing the event into disarray. Although the document was not openly posted… Continue reading OBR calls in cyber expert over botched release of Budget analysis

The Communities Minister for Northern Ireland has expressed disappointment over the additional £370 million allocated to the region in the government’s Autumn Budget, stating it falls significantly short of the actual financial needs. Chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed this supplementary funding on Wednesday, addressing Northern Ireland’s budgetary challenges. Meanwhile, Finance Minister John O’Dowd highlighted a looming… Continue reading Gordon Lyons says extra money for NI in budget 'not meeting the demand'

Twenty-five years after the tragic death of 10-year-old Damilola Taylor, his family, community leaders, and campaigners are coming together in central London to honor his memory and address the ongoing issue of youth violence. Among those attending the commemoration are London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan and Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley, who will join… Continue reading Damilola Taylor: A family's fight to protect young lives

A mother grieving the loss of her daughter has faced hurtful remarks while putting up her Christmas light display, with some accusing her of starting too early in November. Suzanne Wiggins, 54, has maintained this annual tradition at her home in Tameside for 25 years to honor Courtenay, her daughter who died aged nine from… Continue reading Tameside mum gets abuse for Christmas lights tribute to daughter

Authorities have arrested a second individual in connection with a shooting incident that left a 16-year-old boy critically injured in the city centre. The victim was discovered wounded on London Road, Sheffield, around 17:15 GMT on Monday and was immediately transported to hospital, where he remains in a life-threatening condition. South Yorkshire Police reported that… Continue reading Second arrest after boy shot in Sheffield city centre

CCTV footage has captured a daring theft involving an electric bike rider who stole a large Christmas Nutcracker statue outside a cocktail bar in Edinburgh. The individual, dressed in a hood and mask, was seen transporting the 8-foot tall figure, valued at £900, by balancing it across his lap as he rode away from the… Continue reading Thief caught on camera stealing giant Edinburgh Christmas decoration

In recent days, the UK has been experiencing a noticeable cold snap, including snowfall across various regions, prompting many to ask if winter has officially begun. While the chilly conditions are certainly in place, the meteorological calendar indicates that winter does not commence until the start of December. The final week of November, which we… Continue reading When does winter start?

The article describes a situation involving residents and leaseholders of two blocks of flats—Beech Rise and Willow Rise in Kirkby, Merseyside—who have been made homeless due to serious fire safety concerns. Since being forced to leave in July, the 160 flat owners face a collective £3.6 million bill (approximately £10,000 each) for repairs, maintenance, and… Continue reading 'Our £3.6m bill for flats too dangerous to live in'

On a day that began with peaceful gardening and friendly exchanges with neighbours, Paul Doyle later committed a shocking act that left 134 people injured during Liverpool FC’s victory parade. Witnesses reported nothing unusual that morning to hint at the violent incident that would unfold hours later, when Doyle drove his two-tonne Ford Galaxy into… Continue reading Paul Doyle: 'Nice neighbour' behind Liverpool parade carnage