Author: Dave Carter

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

Authorities have recovered a body while investigating the disappearance of 82-year-old Brian Wright. Nottinghamshire Police responded to a farm near the A1133 in Langford on Saturday morning after the remains of a 52-year-old man were found. The deceased is believed to be Charles Wright, Brian’s son. Officials stated that the death is not currently being… Continue reading Body found in Brian Wright disappearance as police suspect murder-suicide

Pam Hogg, the renowned Scottish fashion designer celebrated for creating striking looks for high-profile celebrities such as Rihanna and Kate Moss, has passed away, her family has confirmed. Known for her bold, avant-garde style, Hogg’s designs also attracted attention from stars like Lady Gaga and Kylie Minogue. The family announced her death with profound sadness… Continue reading Pam Hogg: Scottish fashion designer who created looks for Rihanna and Kate Moss dies

The recent Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves has dominated the front pages of UK newspapers, with widespread analysis of the new tax and spending plans she presented in the Commons. The Times characterized the Budget as embodying “High welfare, high tax,” highlighting that Reeves intends to raise taxes to levels unprecedented in history. According… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'High welfare, high tax' and 'Budget goes as billed'

The chancellor has unveiled her latest Budget, which introduces a freeze on income tax thresholds alongside a rise in minimum wages and the introduction of a new sugar-related charge known as the “milkshake tax.” These measures are crafted to influence different segments of the population, particularly those aged 25 and under. One notable change involves… Continue reading Nine ways the Budget could affect you if you're under 25

Rachel Reeves has announced a set of tax increases totaling £26 billion as part of her Budget, while also removing the two-child benefit cap. The chancellor has extended the freeze on various tax thresholds for an additional three years, which means that millions of individuals will face higher tax bills. However, she emphasized that the… Continue reading Millions to pay more in tax as Reeves says Budget is tackling cost of living

A £200,000 fine has been imposed on an NHS trust following the death of a vulnerable 16-year-old girl who died after absconding from a hospital ward. Ellame Ford-Dunn, a resident of Upper Beeding in West Sussex, passed away on the premises of Worthing Hospital in March 2022, where she was receiving mental health treatment as… Continue reading NHS trust fined £200k over failings in Ellame Ford-Dunn's death

Authorities have reopened an investigation into a murder case dating back over a decade, aiming to identify a man whose remains were discovered in a secluded woodland area. In November 2015, campers in Clocaenog Forest, located in Conwy county, stumbled upon a portion of a man’s skull, which prompted a police search that eventually uncovered… Continue reading Clocaenog Forest body: 2015 murder case to be reviewed by police

A trainee trauma and orthopaedic surgeon within the NHS, Dr. Rahmeh Aladwan, has been suspended for 15 months by a medical tribunal due to alleged antisemitic remarks made on social media. The 31-year-old doctor, who is British Palestinian, faced accusations not only of posting antisemitic content but also of expressing support for violent acts and… Continue reading NHS doctor suspended over alleged antisemitic social media posts