Transport for London (TfL), train operators and the government have reached a deal to keep day travelcards in circulation. The travelcards provide unlimited travel for public transport passengers in zones 1-6 of London, including bus, rail, London Overground and Tube services. Although TfL had initially argued that the travelcard agreement cost them approximately £40m annually,… Continue reading London day travelcards saved following revenue deal
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FWD>> launches record label with new Slimzee, Boylan and Riko Dan collab
Dubstep institution FWD>> has launched its own record label, with producer Slimzee, his old rave and pirate radio comrade Riko Dan and protege Boylan teaming up on ‘Mile End’ for its first release. The label will embrace FWD>>’s original sounds of two decades ago alongside more experimental tracks. ‘Mile End’ combines dubstep elements with a… Continue reading FWD>> launches record label with new Slimzee, Boylan and Riko Dan collab
'Failure to act' on suicide website linked to 50 UK deaths
The British government has repeatedly failed to act on official warnings about a website that promotes suicide and has been linked to at least 50 deaths in the UK, according to an investigation by the BBC. The forum, which cannot be named here, is accessible to anyone online, including children. Although multiple warnings were given… Continue reading 'Failure to act' on suicide website linked to 50 UK deaths
Cap on bankers' bonuses to be scrapped
The UK banking industry’s cap on bonuses is set to be lifted as part of the country’s overhaul of its financial rules following Brexit. The announcement confirms last year’s proposal by former Chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng, to make London more attractive for business. The regulator plans to remove the cap on bonuses on October 31, in… Continue reading Cap on bankers' bonuses to be scrapped
Wu-Tang Clan release their first single in six years
Hip hop icons Wu-Tang Clan have released a new single, entitled ‘Claudine’, which features verses from Method Man and Ghostface Killah, as well as a vocal contribution from Dutch singer Nicole Bus. Produced by long-time collaborator DJ Mathematics, the track is based on the 1974 Harlem-based film of the same name, which centred on themes… Continue reading Wu-Tang Clan release their first single in six years
Police officer Lewis Edwards asked for sex images in school uniform
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Cardiff: River Taff rescue attempt ongoing at Principality Stadium
Emergency services in Cardiff are currently conducting a search and rescue operation after reports of a man shouting for help in the River Taff. The Wood Street entrance to the city center was temporarily closed in both directions earlier today but has since reopened. Cardiff Bus has also announced several diversions in place. A college… Continue reading Cardiff: River Taff rescue attempt ongoing at Principality Stadium
Job figures show signs of labour market weakening
Reports have emerged that the UK’s job market is showing signs of weakening as businesses cope with the impact of increasing prices and high interest rates. Unemployment has risen to 4.2%, up from 4% in the March-to-May quarter, but remains at the same level as last month. The economic picture in the UK has been… Continue reading Job figures show signs of labour market weakening
Derbyshire: Flooding led to 1,700 evacuations, council says
Over the weekend, heavy rainfall led to flooding across Derbyshire, resulting in the evacuation of about 1,700 homes. Storm Babet hit the UK on Friday and caused many areas, including Nottinghamshire, to break its daily rainfall record for October last week. According to the county council, about 200 roads were closed at various times due… Continue reading Derbyshire: Flooding led to 1,700 evacuations, council says
Government to close 50 migrant hotels
The UK government is to terminate contracts with 50 hotels that are currently being used to house migrants as part of plans to reduce the UK’s reliance on hotels as an accommodation source for asylum seekers. Robert Jenrick, the UK’s immigration minister, is set to formally announce on Tuesday that hotel contracts will be cancelled… Continue reading Government to close 50 migrant hotels