Reform MP Sarah Pochin's comments about adverts were 'racist', Wes Streeting says

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has condemned Reform MP Sarah Pochin for comments he deemed as “racist” after she expressed dissatisfaction with the diversity in advertisements. Pochin, a member of Parliament representing Runcorn and Helsby, issued an apology for her remarks, acknowledging that they were poorly phrased. Despite apologizing, she maintained that many adverts do not… Continue reading Reform MP Sarah Pochin's comments about adverts were 'racist', Wes Streeting says

Londonderry: Viable device found during Waterside security alert

A potentially dangerous device was discovered at a residential property in Londonderry, leading to a serious threat to the local community, according to police officials. Following the report of the device at around 17:35 BST on Saturday, cordons were established around Campion Court in the Waterside area. Residents were given the choice to evacuate, and… Continue reading Londonderry: Viable device found during Waterside security alert

Migrant sex offender released from prison in error arrested

After being mistakenly released from HMP Chelmsford, a migrant by the name of Hadush Kebatu was apprehended in north London, the Metropolitan Police reported. The arrest took place in the Finsbury Park area at 08:30 GMT on Sunday, just two days after Kebatu’s erroneous release. Authorities took him into custody on suspicion of being unlawfully… Continue reading Migrant sex offender released from prison in error arrested

Islip shocked by death of nine-year-old girl, Bicester MP says

A tragic incident took place in the village of Islip, Oxfordshire, leading to the death of a nine-year-old girl. The community has been reeling from the news, with an MP expressing the deep shock and grief felt by all. The girl was found dead at a property on Middle Street, with a 49-year-old woman also… Continue reading Islip shocked by death of nine-year-old girl, Bicester MP says

England in New Zealand: Harry Brook century in vain as Joe Root, Ben Duckett and Jamie Smith fall cheaply

In the midst of a challenging match, England faced a defeat by New Zealand in the first one-day international despite Harry Brook’s remarkable century. The initial stages of the game saw England’s batting lineup collapse, reaching a precarious 33-5 within the first nine overs. However, Captain Brook’s exceptional performance shone through as he defied the… Continue reading England in New Zealand: Harry Brook century in vain as Joe Root, Ben Duckett and Jamie Smith fall cheaply

The woman who lodged with Fred West for a year – and survived

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Scotland's prison population hits record high

Scotland has seen a surge in its prison population, reaching a record high. The number of individuals in custody has been steadily rising and recently peaked at 8,430, surpassing the previous record set in 2012. This increase has raised significant concerns about the safety of inmates within the Scottish Prison Service (SPS). Despite the release… Continue reading Scotland's prison population hits record high

Epping migrant sex offender last seen in Hackney on Friday, Met says

Hadush Kebatu, a migrant sex offender mistakenly released from HMP Chelmsford, was last seen in east London on Friday evening according to the Metropolitan Police. The Ethiopian national was spotted in the Dalston area of Hackney shortly before 8:00 pm, with extra police dispatched to aid in the ongoing search. CCTV footage captured Kebatu earlier… Continue reading Epping migrant sex offender last seen in Hackney on Friday, Met says

When should you turn the heating on?

As the cold weather approaches, discussions around the best time to turn on the heating are cropping up among British households. Different regions in the UK experience varying temperatures, with northern and western parts generally colder than the east and south. This weekend, temperatures across the country are expected to drop, signaling the end of… Continue reading When should you turn the heating on?

Tax rises could push food prices higher, warn supermarkets

The issue of rising food prices in Britain has sparked concerns among supermarket executives, who fear that any potential tax hikes could further escalate costs for consumers. Some of the major grocery chains, including Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, and Morrisons, along with Lidl, Aldi, Iceland, Waitrose, and M&S, have penned a letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves… Continue reading Tax rises could push food prices higher, warn supermarkets