Author: Dave Carter

Justice Secretary David Lammy has revealed that over the last three weeks, 12 prisoners have been mistakenly released, with two still not back in custody. This recent figure adds to an earlier count, where 91 prisoners were accidentally freed between April and October. Lammy acknowledged to the BBC that errors are inevitable while relying on… Continue reading Twelve further prisoners mistakenly released, says David Lammy

Recent figures reveal a significant rise in flu cases throughout Scotland, with laboratory-confirmed infections increasing by 45% from 555 to 805 over the past week. Public Health Scotland (PHS) data indicates that for the week ending 23 November, the infection rate elevated to 14.5 per 100,000 people, compared to 10 per 100,000 the week before.… Continue reading Large surge in Scottish flu cases as new strain takes hold

The Supreme Court has ruled that Epping Forest District Council cannot oppose the Home Office’s involvement in its failed attempt to prevent asylum seekers from being housed at the Bell Hotel. Earlier, the council had secured an emergency interim injunction in August to close the hotel to migrants and initially obtained a ruling barring the… Continue reading Epping council cannot challenge Home Office intervention

The Presbyterian Church in Ireland (PCI) has faced scrutiny after it emerged that the organization failed to maintain records related to a child sexual abuse case reported years ago. Ian Elliott, a safeguarding specialist consulted by the church, revealed to BBC Spotlight NI that no documentation could be found at the PCI’s Belfast headquarters concerning… Continue reading Historical sex abuse case highlights Presbyterian Church failures, says expert

The UK government has voiced its frustration over significant delays in delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza, highlighting that a shipment of over 1,100 tents it provided took more than a year to reach the territory. Concerns have also been raised regarding other aid funded by the UK failing to arrive despite the ceasefire agreement between… Continue reading UK criticises delays to Gaza aid as tents take year to arrive

As the festive season approaches, Christmas decorations are appearing earlier each year, sparking debate over the balance between tradition and commercial enthusiasm. Across homes in the UK, many have already put up their Christmas trees, prompting some to question if this practice is starting too soon. BBC Breakfast viewers voiced their opinions on the subject… Continue reading Is it too early to put your Christmas tree up?

Economics editor Faisal Islam reports on the unexpected resignation of Richard Hughes from his role at the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), which stemmed from a very specific incident but also signals ongoing challenges for the Chancellor in appointing his successor. The Chancellor now faces the critical task of selecting a respected economist who can… Continue reading OBR head's resignation leaves potential landmines for Reeves

A classic Aston Martin DB5 from the 1960s, once neglected to the point where neighborhood children would play on it, has been meticulously restored and now holds an estimated value of £1 million. The car, famously featured in James Bond movies such as *Goldfinger* and *Thunderball*, was purchased second-hand in 1973 by John Williams, a… Continue reading Car made famous by Bond was left to rust on a drive – now it's worth £1m

Jamie Laing, a British television personality, is expanding his vegan confectionery brand, Candy Kittens, through the planned acquisition of the snack company Graze. This transaction involves Candy Kittens’ parent company and the multinational conglomerate Unilever, with the deal expected to conclude in the first half of 2026. The precise financial details of the agreement remain… Continue reading UK snack brand Graze to be sold to Jamie Laing's Candy Kittens

The chairman of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), Richard Hughes, has resigned following a review into the premature leak of the Budget. This investigation revealed significant leadership failures within the regulator, which not only contributed to the early release of the Spring Statement but also raised concerns that other Budgets might have been similarly… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'OBR chief resigns' and 'Reeves clings on'