Author: Dave Carter

A civil servant is facing accusations of fraud after reportedly earning nearly £350,000 by simultaneously holding five full-time positions within the public sector. Kashim Chowdhury is alleged to have managed these overlapping roles between February 2020 and September 2023, while relying on sick notes and working from home to juggle the demanding workload. According to… Continue reading Civil servant faked illness with make-up to juggle five jobs, court hears

During a recent visit to Downing Street, Andy Burnham expressed unwavering support to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, emphasizing, “We are behind you and that will not change.” Zelensky’s trip to London aimed to strengthen alliances following controversial moves by former US President Donald Trump, who had called for Zelensky to step down and lifted sanctions… Continue reading We are behind you and that will not change, PM tells Zelensky

The first minister expressed serious concern regarding the current state of coastal and offshore defenses, responding to remarks made by the head of MI5. He specifically highlighted the waters north of Shetland as a region experiencing substantial Russian activity, emphasizing that the UK does not yet have an adequate presence in these strategic areas. Speaking… Continue reading I do not have confidence UK is safe from Russian threats – Swinney

London’s oldest restaurant, Rules, a historic establishment that has welcomed illustrious guests from Charles Dickens to Madonna over its more than two hundred years, has now been entrusted to the National Trust. Founded in 1798 at 34-35 Maiden Lane, Covent Garden, Rules has witnessed the passage of empires, endured the hardships of the Blitz, and… Continue reading Home of London's oldest restaurant Rules given to National Trust

A woman tragically passed away three months after sustaining serious burns caused by an explosion during a garden fire. Katie Louise Marshall, aged 32, from Vaughan Williams Drive in Newport, died at Bristol Royal Infirmary on 24 September. According to the hearing at Gwent Coroner’s Court, the incident occurred in June when Marshall placed a… Continue reading Newport woman died after paint can exploded in garden fire

A tragic incident has unfolded off the coast of Lewis, where a fishing boat carrying three men has gone missing. Authorities have confirmed that one body was recovered during the extensive search operations, which continue for the two remaining crew members who are still unaccounted for. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) reported that the… Continue reading One man dead and two missing as search goes on for fishing boat off Lewis

Witnesses reported that Mogan threw chewing gum at Semenyo, striking the right side of his shorts. According to a statement read in court, Neil Sherratt, a Liverpool supporter who sits beside Mogan during matches, observed him approaching the pitch from the disabled section of the Main Stand. Sherratt recalled hearing Mogan shout something akin to… Continue reading Antoine Semenyo 'froze' after alleged racist abuse at Anfield, court told

Official data reveals that waiting periods for driving tests have fallen below 20 weeks for the first time since November 2024. In September, learners faced an average wait of 19.7 weeks—roughly five months—before taking the practical driving test. This reduction comes after significant efforts by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to address the… Continue reading Driving test waits fall to two-year low – but still average 20 weeks

During the court proceedings, the barrister described the nature of the offences as varied throughout the defendant’s career. She emphasized that despite the different identities and actions of the women involved, the defendant’s behaviour remained consistent. According to her, Brand demonstrated an insatiable and indiscriminate desire for sexual contact, showing no signs of deterrence. The… Continue reading Russell Brand was a 'sexual predator', says prosecution as rape trial begins

Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant has sharply criticised the Stormont executive for a lack of financial accountability, while also dismissing proposals to “front-load” additional funding intended for the region over the coming three years. The Stormont administration has yet to finalize a budget for the current year, attributing the delay to inadequacies in the… Continue reading Stormont budget: Chris Bryant rules out 'front-loading' extra funds