Author: Dave Carter

School leaders and campaign groups are seeking clear guidance on how to enforce the government’s intended legal ban on smartphone use in schools. The proposed amendment to the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill aims to modify existing legislation to require schools to adhere to advice that promotes mobile phone-free environments as the default setting during… Continue reading Calls for clarity over schools smartphone ban

A tragic incident occurred in November 2024 when a 12-year-old girl, Brooke Wiggins, was fatally injured by a falling tree branch while playing on a rope swing. The accident took place at Grove Place, near the junction with Carshalton Road in Banstead, Surrey, just days before Brooke was due to celebrate her 13th birthday. The… Continue reading Council failing led to tree swing death of girl, 12, inquest hears

King Charles was recently honoured with a Blue Peter Green Badge in recognition of his significant contributions to environmental causes. The presentation took place at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire, where the King’s personal dedication to nature and sustainability, particularly through The King’s Foundation, was acknowledged. In addition to receiving the badge, King Charles also… Continue reading King awarded Blue Peter Green badge for environmental work

A man accused of manslaughter following the suicide of his wife has been found not guilty. Christopher Trybus, who faced allegations of abusing his wife, Tarryn Baird, was also acquitted of charges including controlling and coercive behaviour as well as two counts of rape. The verdict was delivered by a jury at Winchester Crown Court… Continue reading Christopher Trybus not guilty of driving wife to suicide

Sir Keir Starmer has acknowledged that discussions occurred regarding a possible diplomatic position for his former communications director, Matthew Doyle. Doyle, who was appointed a Labour peer after departing from Downing Street in March 2025, has faced suspension from the parliamentary party as of February this year due to his association with a convicted sex… Continue reading Starmer admits No 10 asked about job for aide Matthew Doyle

Emergency responders were called to the Main Street area of Strathpeffer, a village in the Highlands, on Monday evening around 19:35. The incident involved a 63-year-old man who later died at the scene. According to BBC Scotland News, the deceased was identified as a Chinese tourist. Initially, Police Scotland treated the death as a medical… Continue reading Chinese tourist who died in Strathpether 'may have been in altercation'

Three young rabbits were recently discovered hiding on a North Sea drilling rig, leading to their rescue and care by an animal charity in Aberdeenshire. These unexpected passengers were transported from Aberdeen to the Valaris Norway rig, which is located approximately 93 miles off the coast of Lincolnshire. It is thought that the rabbits initially… Continue reading Stowaway baby rabbits found on North Sea drilling rig

A consumer advocacy organization is preparing to legally challenge a compensation scheme set up for millions of drivers who were wrongly sold motor finance agreements. The scheme, overseen by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), is estimated to cost lenders around £9.1 billion and aims to provide average payouts of £829 to affected individuals starting this… Continue reading Car finance compensation scheme faces challenge and delay

The leader of McDonald’s UK and Ireland, Lauren Schultz, has refused to discuss past allegations of abuse within the company, expressing a desire to focus on moving forward instead. When questioned by the BBC regarding previous accusations, Schultz described the incidents as “unacceptable” but emphasized that the company has “drawn a line under it”. An… Continue reading McDonald's boss on abuse claims: 'I don't want to talk about the past'

For the second consecutive year, a record number of puffins has been observed on a small island near Pembrokeshire. The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW) reported that this year’s puffin count on Skomer Island reached 52,019, marking an increase of 8,000 compared to 2025. This surge exceeded expectations, with the organisation describing… Continue reading Record Skomer Island puffin count for second year running