Author: Dave Carter

The British government has issued draft guidance stating that gender identity should not be taught in schools in England. Plans to prevent sex education for children under nine have also been outlined, government sources have said. Secondary school children will be taught about protected characteristics, such as gender reassignment and sexual orientation, however. The updated… Continue reading Schools told not to teach about gender identity

In an event in Essex, Labour leader Keir Starmer has outlined the first steps he would take if his party wins the election, which is expected to take place later this year. The measures include the creation of a border security command to tackle the criminal gangs behind small boat crossings and the recruitment of… Continue reading Keir Starmer makes pre-election pitch to voters with six steps

Slovakia’s Prime Minister, Robert Fico, has been shot multiple times, sustaining wounds to the chest, abdomen and left arm while attending a government meeting in the central town of Handlova. The 52-year-old politician was rushed to a clinic in Bratislava, where he underwent surgery. A 71-year-old man was detained at the scene, although he has… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Starmer's six pledges and Slovak PM shot

Over 60 pages of WhatsApp messages sent between members of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) have been released by the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, offering a glimpse into the opinions of some of the party’s most senior officials as the pandemic unfolded. The exchanges feature straightforward chats and snappy comments about ministers from other political parties… Continue reading Covid Inquiry: Jibes at other ministers among DUP WhatsApps

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have had their charitable Archewell Foundation reinstated by US authorities after being issued with a warning over their registration status. A spokesperson for the couple confirmed that the charity was now fully compliant and that all payments had been made on time. The Department of Justice in California sent… Continue reading Harry and Meghan's charity back in good standing

Christian Brückner, who has been identified as a prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, is currently on trial for five sex offence charges unrelated to the McCann case. One of his accusers is Hazel Behan, who is alleging that Brückner raped her in a Portugal apartment in 2004. She described a harrowing ordeal… Continue reading Madeleine McCann suspect Christian Brückner raped woman at knifepoint, trial told

The use of Video Assistant Referees (VAR) in the Premier League has prompted a proposed vote to scrap its use in the league from next season. The proposition to remove VAR has been submitted by Wolverhampton Wanderers, and if passed, will be put to a vote at the annual general meeting for the 20 member… Continue reading VAR: Premier League clubs to vote on whether to scrap video assistant referees

The Scottish government has declared a national housing emergency due to a combination of factors such as UK government budget cuts, austerity measures, labour shortages linked to Brexit, inflation, and a freeze to local housing allowance rates. During a Labour-led debate at Holyrood, SNP ministers cited the aforementioned factors for the move. Last year, several… Continue reading Scottish government declares national housing emergency

The head teacher of two Welsh schools has been found guilty of sexually abusing four girls over a four-year period. Neil Foden from Old Colwyn in Conwy county, was convicted of 19 charges of sexual abuse and has denied these charges at Mold Crown Court, claiming he had no physical contact with the girls, and… Continue reading Neil Foden: Head teacher guilty of sex abuse of girls

Residents across south Devon have been advised to boil their tap water after 16 cases of a diarrhoea-type illness were confirmed, according to the UK Health Security Agency. A further 70 suspected cases are also being investigated. Cryptosporidium was identified as being predominantly a waterborne disease. Drinking contaminated water, or swallowing it while swimming in… Continue reading Devon residents urged to boil water after confirmed disease cases