Author: Dave Carter

Following a knife attack in north Belfast on Monday night, residents have been compelled to leave their homes due to ongoing disturbances in the area. The unrest has escalated to the point where several houses and vehicles were set ablaze. Additionally, authorities have suspended all public transportation services throughout the city as a precautionary measure.… Continue reading Watch: Residents flee as cars and houses burn in Belfast

The government has introduced new measures allowing illegal mini-marts, barbers, and vape shops to be closed for up to a year, doubling the existing maximum closure period. This change follows extensive BBC News investigations that exposed links between organised crime and various illicit activities taking place on British high streets, including drug trafficking, child sexual… Continue reading Illegal mini-marts to shut for up to 12 months under law change prompted by BBC

The article from BBC North West Tonight reports on a tragic and distressing situation at St Monica’s Maternity Home in Cumbria, a Church of England-run institution, where sick babies considered unsuitable for adoption were allowed to die. This conclusion comes from a new study by Dr. Michael Lambert, a medical humanities lecturer at Lancaster University,… Continue reading St Monicas church home left 'unadoptable' baby to die

Charities have raised concerns that many homeless women remain invisible in official statistics, warning that current figures do not fully capture the true scale of female rough sleeping in England. Victoria, a 31-year-old woman who experienced homelessness for three years in London, illustrates the challenges faced by many women living on the streets. Despite roaming… Continue reading More women sleeping rough than official figures suggest, charities warn

When David Sullivan and his long-time business partner David Gold took ownership stakes in West Ham United back in January 2010, Sullivan openly admitted the club was in a “serious mess.” Despite over a decade passing, many fans might question how much has really improved, given ongoing challenges. Recently, further uncertainty has surrounded the club… Continue reading David Sullivan: What next for West Ham United ownership?

David Stroud has been handed a community order following his conviction in a groundbreaking prosecution for sex-based harassment, a case brought forward by the British Transport Police (BTP). Stroud, aged 44 and from Dartford, Kent, made unwanted sexual remarks and physically harassed a woman on an evening train traveling to London from Hastings, East Sussex.… Continue reading Man who grabbed woman's hair and asked for kiss sentenced in legal first

Denby Pottery, a historic manufacturer known for its handcrafted ceramics, is closing its long-standing production after centuries in operation. The company recently marked this significant moment by having Richard Eaton, the designer behind the iconic Imperial Blue range created over 35 years ago, sign the final piece produced. This item, finished in the recognizable Imperial… Continue reading Final piece of 'iconic' Denby Pottery signed by designer

Emily Cullen experienced an unexpected and remarkable moment when she picked up her son Lee after he completed his Junior Cycle English exam in Galway. Initially interpreting his broad smile as a sign that he had performed well, Cullen soon discovered that a poem she had written seven years earlier, inspired by her son, had… Continue reading I wrote a poem about my son – years later it appeared on his exam

Demonstrations erupted in multiple Scottish cities following a knife attack in Belfast, which triggered unrest in the region. In Glasgow, hundreds of protesters, many concealing their identities with face coverings, gathered in the city centre. The crowd chanted, prominently displaying Union flags and banners during their march through St Enoch Square. Similar scenes unfolded in… Continue reading Protests across Scotland follow Belfast knife attack

Defence Secretary John Healey has revealed that the government will prioritize British companies over foreign competitors when awarding defence contracts, relying on national security exemptions to do so. This move aims to support the UK’s industrial base by ensuring that key defence capabilities remain rooted within the country. Healey emphasized his commitment to a defence… Continue reading British firms to be favoured in defence spending