Llanfairfechan boy died after being hit by van while playing on bike

A tragic incident occurred in Llanfairfechan where a six-year-old boy lost his life after being struck by a vehicle. Harrison Jones was riding his bike and playing with a friend outside his home around 5:30 pm on October 1st when he accidentally fell into the road. At that moment, a Ford Transit tipper van traveling… Continue reading Llanfairfechan boy died after being hit by van while playing on bike

Shetland MSP defends hiring 'artist-in-residence' with public money

Shetland MSP Hannah Mary Goodlad has come under scrutiny for appointing an “artist in residence” for her constituency, a role funded with £11,000 of public money. The position, which lasts four months and requires 35 hours of work per week, is intended to be filled by a Shetland-based creative from any artistic discipline. Goodlad, who… Continue reading Shetland MSP defends hiring 'artist-in-residence' with public money

Miliband says Britain won't tolerate threats on our soil, as Iran ambassador summoned

The UK foreign secretary has formally summoned the Iranian ambassador to communicate a clear message: Britain will not accept any threats on its territory following a security incident at RAF Fairford last month. Ed Miliband condemned Iran’s ongoing efforts to jeopardize the UK’s safety through its criminal networks, proxy agents, and state-sponsored malign activities, labeling… Continue reading Miliband says Britain won't tolerate threats on our soil, as Iran ambassador summoned

Government expands police support to political figures who are not MPs

The home secretary has announced that police protection will be extended to political figures who are not currently serving as Members of Parliament. Shabana Mahmood informed MPs that the existing security measures were inadequate for individuals involved in public life. This new provision will now include peers, former MPs, and party spokespeople. In addition to… Continue reading Government expands police support to political figures who are not MPs

Drumcree: Garvaghy Road residents fail in bid to challenge Parades Commission decision

The Court of Appeal has dismissed the attempt by residents of the Garvaghy Road to overturn the Parades Commission’s approval of the Drumcree parade moving through their predominantly nationalist area. The judges emphasized that their role was limited to assessing the legality of the commission’s decision rather than determining whether the march should actually take… Continue reading Drumcree: Garvaghy Road residents fail in bid to challenge Parades Commission decision

Norfolk school stabbing trial hears from defendant's mum

The trial revealed a poignant moment when the mother of a teenage boy involved in a school stabbing received a message from her son apologizing shortly after the incident. The attack took place at Thorpe St Andrew School near Norwich on March 11, where a 15-year-old girl was stabbed in the back. The accused, a… Continue reading Norfolk school stabbing trial hears from defendant's mum

Russell Brand arrives at court for start of rape trial

Russell Brand has appeared in court as his trial for rape and sexual assault gets underway. The 51-year-old comedian and actor faces multiple allegations from six women, claiming incidents took place between 1999 and 2009. The proceedings are being held at Southwark Crown Court, with the trial expected to extend for up to ten weeks.… Continue reading Russell Brand arrives at court for start of rape trial