Author: Dave Carter

Saturday’s headlines prominently feature the Metropolitan Police initiating an inquiry into David Walliams amid reports of alleged serious sexual offences. The Guardian, which had published a detailed report on separate accusations earlier this week, reminds readers that the comedian and children’s author has firmly denied any misconduct, including being a sexual predator or breaking the… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: ‘Police launch investigation’ into Walliams and Piddington asylum ‘betrayal’

Andy Burnham has expressed optimism that a mutually beneficial agreement with the European Union can be reached, suggesting it might resemble the version of Brexit that voters anticipated in 2016. He highlighted the potential for such a deal to reduce costs and stimulate the UK economy, while acknowledging that negotiations may extend until the last… Continue reading Andy Burnham says ‘win-win’ deal can be agreed between UK and EU

The individual responsible for supervising MI5’s conduct has declared that the security service will now need to provide concrete evidence in order to gain judicial trust, following a BBC News investigation that revealed MI5 had lied to three courts. Lord Leveson, who serves as the investigatory powers commissioner and is a former Court of Appeal… Continue reading MI5 will need proof to be believed in future, Leveson says following BBC investigation

Russell Brand has been held at HMP Wandsworth for one week following his conviction on one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault. The 51-year-old was sentenced to ten years and six months in prison. HMP Wandsworth, located in South London, is one of the largest Victorian-era prisons in England, known for its… Continue reading Russell Brand will face ‘hell on earth’ in Wandsworth prison, says ex inmate

The timing of when to put up a Christmas tree often sparks as much debate as whether Yorkshire pudding should be included on the Christmas dinner plate. Some people prefer setting up their tree right after Bonfire Night, while others think waiting until Christmas Eve is more fitting. The majority, however, tend to choose a… Continue reading Christmas trees: How early is too early to buy one and will it last until Christmas?

After more than a decade marked by delays and significant leaks, the highly anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto 6 is now imminent. This installment continues the renowned series, known for its expansive open-world exploration and criminal gameplay, and is expected to set a new standard for Rockstar Games. Despite being the developer’s most ambitious… Continue reading Even Grand Theft Auto’s original creators haven’t been able to play GTA 6

Shortly after the tragic death of her 12-year-old son Keaton, who was fatally struck by a BMW traveling at 70mph in a hit-and-run incident in Coventry, Louise Slater found herself outside the residence of the suspected driver. She had been provided with the name and location of Aleksanders Dolars, the man believed responsible for the… Continue reading Keaton Slater’s parents’ fight to bring Latvian killer to UK

This week has seen a striking exposure of troubling issues within the television industry. On Monday, Russell Brand, a once-renowned entertainer, was sentenced to prison following convictions for rape and sexual assault. Within a day, David Walliams, known as an author and comedian, faced allegations of exploiting young women, prompting the Metropolitan Police to initiate… Continue reading Russell Brand, David Walliams and Married at First Sight: Is this a reckoning for TV?

By the close of Friday night’s live broadcast of Children In Need 2026, nearly £40 million had been collected. These funds are designated to support disadvantaged young people throughout the United Kingdom. A notable contribution came from BBC Radio 2 presenter Owain Wyn Evans, who raised over £3.8 million. He achieved this by cycling nearly… Continue reading Children in Need 2026… in 90 seconds

Probation officers have voted against accepting a proposed 5% pay increase and plan to engage in industrial action, citing increased strain caused by a government program for early prisoner release. The union representing probation workers, Napo, decided to refuse overtime starting from 23 November and may escalate to strike action if it is deemed necessary.… Continue reading Probation officers to take industrial action over pay and early release scheme