A former top barrister who was paid by the Post Office to review subpostmasters’ convictions knew about a “tainted witness,” but failed to investigate the matter, report it to the police, or disclose it to defendants. Brian Altman KC appeared before the Post Office Horizon inquiry on Wednesday, stating that he “didn’t turn a blind… Continue reading Post Office scandal: Top lawyer denies turning blind eye
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Clapham Common Tube evacuation: Better training needed – RAIB
According to a report by rail safety investigator RAIB, London Underground staff lacked the necessary training to deal with an incident at Clapham Common in May of last year. Passengers on a northbound Northern Line train activated the emergency alarm after sensing the smell of smoke, prompting self-evacuation amid fears of a fire. Windows were… Continue reading Clapham Common Tube evacuation: Better training needed – RAIB
Haarlem Vinyl Festival announces first wave line-up for 2024
The Haarlem Vinyl Festival has announced the first wave of artists and speakers set to perform and talk at its 2024 edition. This vinyl-focused festival, set to take place across three days and nights, is returning to the northwestern Dutch city of Haarlem, just 20 minutes from Amsterdam by train, for its second outing this… Continue reading Haarlem Vinyl Festival announces first wave line-up for 2024
Coventry University building to be named after electronic music pioneer Delia Derbyshire
The College of the Arts and Society building at Coventry University has been renamed The Delia Derbyshire building in memory of British electronic music pioneer Delia Derbyshire. Born in Coventry in 1937, Derbyshire studied at Cambridge University before joining the BBC’s Radiophonic Workshop, where she co-composed the Doctor Who theme tune. She went on to… Continue reading Coventry University building to be named after electronic music pioneer Delia Derbyshire
Prisoners could be released up to 70 days early to ease overcrowding
The UK government has extended a scheme aimed at reducing prison overcrowding in England and Wales, resulting in the early release of some prisoners up to 70 days before their sentence ends. The scheme, which initially allowed for release up to 18 days early, was later widened to allow up to 60 days. Anyone convicted… Continue reading Prisoners could be released up to 70 days early to ease overcrowding
England and Man City star Jack Grealish fined for speeding
Manchester City and England footballer Jack Grealish was issued a £666 fine for driving at 44mph in a 30mph zone. The 28-year-old was caught by a mobile camera on Station Road, Wythall in Worcestershire on July 17, 2023, as he was driving his Range Rover Sport. The former Aston Villa captain pleaded guilty through his… Continue reading England and Man City star Jack Grealish fined for speeding
Social algorithms must change to protect children – Ofcom
Social media companies could face a ban from under-18s if they do not comply with the new draft codes of practice intended to protect children online, according to the UK media regulator Ofcom. These call for tougher age checks on social media platforms and warn that firms breaching the codes could have their minimum user… Continue reading Social algorithms must change to protect children – Ofcom
Heart attack marathon man unable to be helped by unregistered defib
A defibrillator that had not been registered prevented a man who was running in the Belfast Marathon and experienced a heart attack from receiving help. The defibrillator was located outside Bethany Church. The man had been running a race on Lisburn Road in Finaghy, near to the church, when he collapsed on Sunday. A spectator attempted… Continue reading Heart attack marathon man unable to be helped by unregistered defib
Rafah offensive starts and King 'a bit busy' for Harry
Wednesday’s front pages of UK newspapers feature a variety of topics. The Financial Times reports on Israel threatening a wider attack on Rafah in southern Gaza. The i leads with the UK government warning Israel of the risk of committing war crimes if they continue the offensive in Rafah without a “credible” plan to protect… Continue reading Rafah offensive starts and King 'a bit busy' for Harry
The Gathering: Channel 4 teen drama turns tables on toxic parents
Channel 4’s new drama series, The Gathering, explores the challenges faced by a group of teenagers as they navigate the uncharted terrain of sex, school, and social media. The Liverpool-based show, produced by the team behind hit series Line of Duty and Bodyguard, also examines the world of toxic parenting in the age of smartphones.… Continue reading The Gathering: Channel 4 teen drama turns tables on toxic parents