Harry and Meghan to have security review and children change school

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to undergo a reassessment of their publicly funded security arrangements following their move back to the United Kingdom. The security review will be conducted by the committee responsible for overseeing protection of royals and VIPs, known as Ravec. This body is expected to reconsider the level of… Continue reading Harry and Meghan to have security review and children change school

Key convicted Palestine Action member on the run

Sean Middlebrough, a 33-year-old from Liverpool and prominent figure in the activist group Palestine Action, has been convicted in absentia for a break-in at a British arms manufacturer, resulting in damage valued at £1.2 million. Middlebrough disappeared last October after being granted temporary bail to attend his brother’s wedding. Since going on the run, he… Continue reading Key convicted Palestine Action member on the run

Uganda will now take part in Harry's Invictus Games after King's reassurance

Uganda’s military leaders have reversed their earlier decision to withdraw from Prince Harry’s Invictus Games, confirming their country will take part in the event for wounded veterans. This shift follows a recent phone call with Sir Clive Alderton, the King’s principal private secretary, who reassured them that King Charles III had “no problem” with Uganda’s… Continue reading Uganda will now take part in Harry's Invictus Games after King's reassurance

Nigel Farage says £72m donation are compliant 'with the law today'

Reform UK’s leader, Nigel Farage, has confirmed that two substantial donations to his party are “100% compliant with the law today,” though he could not say if they would remain permissible should a proposed rule change currently under discussion in Parliament come into effect. The government aims to impose a £100,000 annual limit on donations… Continue reading Nigel Farage says £72m donation are compliant 'with the law today'

Police confirm 'targeted attack' after man named in suspected shooting

A 35-year-old man named William Watson, known locally as Billy, was fatally shot in what police are treating as a targeted attack at a residence on Harestanes Road in Armadale, West Lothian. The incident took place on Saturday, and police have confirmed they are investigating the use of a firearm in the case. Watson was… Continue reading Police confirm 'targeted attack' after man named in suspected shooting

Farm tax a mistake, Lord Blunkett says in call for Burnham 'rural reset'

Lord Blunkett, a veteran Labour figure and longtime mentor to Andy Burnham, has criticized the recently introduced inheritance tax on farms, describing it as “a mistake.” This tax, which came into effect in April, imposes a 20% levy on inherited agricultural assets valued above £2.5 million, ending a long-standing exemption for farms that had been… Continue reading Farm tax a mistake, Lord Blunkett says in call for Burnham 'rural reset'

Man admits drugging and raping wife for 20 years

A man has admitted to committing 60 offences against his wife, including drugging and raping her without her knowledge over a period exceeding two decades. The accused, whose identity is being withheld to protect his wife’s anonymity, had previously pleaded guilty to some charges, such as rape, at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court. During the… Continue reading Man admits drugging and raping wife for 20 years

No collusion in Robert Hamill killing but 'multiple police failings' in inquiry

An investigation into the sectarian killing of Robert Hamill has determined that the police officers present in a vehicle near the scene did not support or collaborate with the attackers. Despite this, the inquiry identified numerous police failures during the investigation, including an alert given to a suspect advising them to destroy the clothing worn… Continue reading No collusion in Robert Hamill killing but 'multiple police failings' in inquiry

Member of UK armed forces dies in road traffic incident in Ukraine

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has reported the death of a UK armed forces member in a road traffic accident occurring in Ukraine. Following the incident, the family of the deceased has been notified and has asked for some privacy before further information is shared. According to BBC reports, the accident did not involve any… Continue reading Member of UK armed forces dies in road traffic incident in Ukraine