Author: Dave Carter

The King receives an annual income from the Duchy of Lancaster, an estate established specifically to provide the monarch with an independent financial source for both official duties and private expenses. This estate comprises a diverse portfolio of land, investments, and properties, which, for the fiscal year 2025-26, generated an income of £25.2 million. In… Continue reading King Charles reveals he paid £12.9m in tax for 2024-25

Previously unreleased CCTV footage obtained by the BBC offers a fresh perspective on the events preceding the death of Allan Marshall, a man who died after being restrained by prison officers. This new video challenges the official narrative given by authorities. Earlier this year, BBC News took legal action against Scottish ministers when they initially… Continue reading Allan Marshall: New CCTV footage contradicts prison death evidence

The Home Office is planning to convert three additional military sites into accommodation centers for thousands of asylum seekers as part of the government’s effort to reduce reliance on hotel housing. Locations in Bicester (Oxfordshire), Barnham (Suffolk), and Linton-on-Ouse (North Yorkshire) are being considered, potentially providing space for around 3,750 asylum seekers, pending approval of… Continue reading Home Office plan to use more military bases to house asylum seekers

King Charles and Queen Camilla have revealed plans not to reside in Buckingham Palace once its extensive £369 million refurbishment is completed next year, according to the most recent royal financial statements. While the historic palace, which has been the official London residence of British monarchs since 1837, will remain the central administrative base for… Continue reading King and Queen will not live in Buckingham Palace after renovations

A grieving mother whose teenage son tragically drowned while swimming in a reservoir during a hot spell has made a heartfelt plea for others to avoid open water. Maxine Johnson’s son, 15-year-old Reuben Morgan, lost his life on 17 June 2006 after encountering difficulties while swimming with friends at Pontsticill Reservoir near Merthyr Tydfil. In… Continue reading Mother's plea after son drowned in reservoir during hot weather

A dispute has emerged between Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer concerning the position of Immigration Minister Mike Tapp. The issue arose after Tapp authored an article in The Times advocating for foreign care workers to be exempt from Mahmood’s proposed visa rule changes affecting migrants already residing in the UK.… Continue reading Keir Starmer and home secretary in row over minister's future

Jones shared that Barnard, a resident of Ogmore Vale in Bridgend county, apprehended the offender until the authorities arrived, subsequently returning the handbag to the distressed grandmother. Following the incident, Barnard calmly approached the film panel, took a seat, and engaged the audience with stories from the production. Jones, who is the son of music… Continue reading Rogue Trooper: Actor 'rugby tackled' handbag robber at film festival

Recent government data reveals a continued and significant rise in the number of children receiving support for special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Between January 2025 and January 2026, those with education, health, and care plans (EHCPs)—the legal documents that detail the support a child is entitled to—grew by 12.5%. This marks the largest annual… Continue reading Number of children getting special educational needs support hits record high

Brian Shields once enjoyed hot weather, but his experience has changed drastically since being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). Now, during the current heatwave, high temperatures can leave him immobilized, significantly impacting his daily life. He explained how the heat severely affects him, forcing him to seek refuge in shade or air-conditioned spaces to prevent… Continue reading 'The heat can leave me unable to move': Heatwave brings challenges for vulnerable people

Labour’s governing body has revealed the timeline for selecting a new party leader, potentially allowing Sir Keir Starmer’s successor to take office as early as 17 July. This schedule paves the way for Andy Burnham to assume the role of prime minister in under a month, provided he remains the sole parliamentarian to enter the… Continue reading Andy Burnham could be leader in weeks under Labour timetable