Author: Dave Carter

A new study from Cardiff University of data from 219 hospital emergency departments, minor injury units, and walk-in-centers across England and Wales has revealed that there was a significant decline in serious violence in 2023. The estimates suggest that approximately 141,804 people with injuries sustained in violence were treated in emergency departments in England and… Continue reading Serious violence falls sharply in England and Wales, study says

The Health, Social Care and Sport Committee in Scotland’s Parliament has stated that a new law banning protests outside of abortion clinics is necessary to protect women from potential intimidation. The proposed member’s bill from Green Party MSP Gillian Mackay, which recommends a 200 metre (656ft) block radius around clinics, has been agreed unanimously by… Continue reading Abortion clinic buffer zone law backed by MSP committee

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New figures have revealed that house prices in Wales have fallen for the fifth consecutive quarter. The Wales House Price Index for January to March 2024, from the Principality Building Society, showed that the average house price at the end of March 2024 was £229,263 – a decline of 6.5% from the previous year. The… Continue reading House prices in Wales fall by 6.5% in a year

The leader of West Northamptonshire Council, Jonathan Nunn, has resigned amid claims of attacks on women, which he “strenuously denies”. Five charities have signed an open letter accusing the council of “inaction” and sending a “dangerous message” about domestic abuse “that could literally cost lives”. The letter, signed by Black Women’s Domestic Abuse Group, Northamptonshire… Continue reading Jonathan Nunn: Charities urge council action over abuse claims

A London Marathon runner wearing a fridge on his back popped the question to his girlfriend during this year’s race. The runner, named Daniel, proposed to Hayley while carrying the hefty 26.5kg fridge on his back, causing a slightly wobbly moment as he got down on one knee. Despite the extra weight, Daniel finished the… Continue reading Fridge-wearing marathon runner gets down on one knee

Fylde MP Mark Menzies has resigned from the Conservative Party and announced that he will not seek re-election, following claims that he had misused party funds. The allegations emerged last week, and relate to the payment of medical bills and to an unproven claim that Menzies had used £5,000 ($6,537) to pay “bad people” to… Continue reading Mark Menzies: MP quits Conservatives after claims he misused party funds

A fuel tanker overturned in the Copdock interchange near Ipswich early in the morning, causing a major roundabout to close. The A12 northbound between junction 32B and the A14 was closed due to a significant fuel spill according to National Highways. The A14 remained open, according to Suffolk Police. Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service cautioned… Continue reading A12 at Copdock shut after tanker overturns

The United Kingdom’s Energy Secretary, Claire Coutinho, has spoken up in defense of the country’s environmental record amidst criticism from the chief of the Climate Change Committee. Chris Stark, who is stepping down from his position at the watchdog, told BBC’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg that Chancellor Rishi Sunak had “set us back” with his… Continue reading Our record on climate change is strong, says Energy secretary Claire Coutinho

Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday party reunited all five members of the Spice Girls but it wasn’t for a concert. The pop stars celebrated in London performing their hit song “Stop” while Victoria’s husband, David Beckham, watched and sang along with them. He later shared the moment on his Instagram page. Victoria also shared the moment… Continue reading Victoria Beckham: Spice Girls reunite… at Posh's 50th birthday