Author: Dave Carter

In March 2003, Keir Starmer QC expressed caution about engaging in armed conflict without adherence to international law, writing in The Guardian that such actions are fraught with risk. Nearly 25 years later, as Sir Keir Starmer KC, he finds himself facing a comparable challenge regarding the United States’ military interventions in the Middle East.… Continue reading Starmer seeks to carve out distinct UK approach to this conflict

The craft beer company Brewdog has entered administration, resulting in the closure of dozens of its bars and the loss of hundreds of jobs. The US-based beverage and medical cannabis enterprise Tilray has acquired Brewdog’s UK brewing operations, brand, and 11 pubs for £33 million. This acquisition has saved 733 jobs; however, 484 positions were… Continue reading Brewdog: Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as beer firm sold in £33m deal

In a landmark case in Scotland, a man has been convicted for the death of his wife, who took her own life by jumping from a motorway bridge. Kimberley Milne, aged 28, tragically died in July 2023 after being hit by multiple vehicles on the A90 in Dundee. This prosecution marks the first of its… Continue reading Kimberly Milne: Domestic abuser convicted of killing wife who jumped from bridge

A misconduct hearing has revealed that officers from Gwent Police exchanged offensive messages targeting gay and transgender individuals, as well as sharing content that demeaned and depicted violence against women. The professional standards panel overseeing the case disclosed that two constables, James Heley and Simon Lewis, resigned just before they were set to be dismissed… Continue reading Gwent Police officers shared 'vile' and 'shocking' messages, hearing told

The United States is expected to utilize RAF Fairford as a key base for launching “defensive” strikes targeting Iranian missile installations, according to information obtained by the BBC. This development follows a recent agreement, announced by Sir Keir Starmer, confirming the UK’s approval for US military use of the site. RAF Fairford, situated on the… Continue reading Why is RAF Fairford likely to be used in Iran conflict?

Amid escalating Iranian attacks throughout the Middle East, approximately 102,000 British nationals have registered their presence with the UK government, according to the latest reports. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper shared with the BBC that around 300,000 Britons are currently residing in Gulf countries, where much of the airspace remains closed, causing significant disruption. Many of… Continue reading More than 100,000 Britons register for help in Middle East

Scottish craft beer company Brewdog has shut all of its bars for a day as it moves forward with the sale of its business. This decision comes just two weeks after the company disclosed that it had enlisted consultants from AlixPartners to address ongoing financial challenges, following several years without profit. Founded in 2007 by… Continue reading Brewdog closes all bars for a day as it looks to complete sale

Residents of Hamsterley, a village near Bishop Auckland, remain anxious that one of their key access roads may never be reopened after more than three years without visible progress. The C31 road, which serves as one of the main routes into the village, was closed off after a section of its surface collapsed into the… Continue reading Hamsterley villagers fear collapsing road will never reopen

Two individuals sustained injuries following an incident involving a man armed with knives in Edinburgh’s Calders neighborhood. Police firearms officers were dispatched promptly after receiving reports around 08:25 on Monday morning about a man carrying bladed weapons in the area. The injured parties were transported to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for medical attention. Authorities… Continue reading Two people hurt as armed police called to reports of man with knife in Edinburgh

Northern Ireland’s First Minister, Michelle O’Neill, has openly expressed her strong opposition to the UK government’s handling of the escalating conflict in the Middle East. She stated that she “fundamentally disagrees” with the government’s decision to become involved, describing the situation as a “spiralling conflict” that is “deeply disturbing.” The recent developments began after Iran… Continue reading Michelle O'Neill criticises decision to let US use UK bases to strike Iran missile sites