Steve Hunt, a council leader from Neath Port Talbot, has resigned following an incident where he was reported to have fallen while intoxicated after allegations surfaced that he consumed “a whole bottle of gin” and made threatening remarks about the Welsh political party Plaid Cymru. Hunt acknowledged that he “should have exercised better judgement” after… Continue reading Neath Port Talbot council leader quits after becoming 'heavily intoxicated' at conference
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First UK charges brought over 1994 Rwanda genocide
A man originally from Rwanda, currently residing in north London, has become the first individual to be formally charged in the United Kingdom for crimes connected to the 1994 genocide in Rwanda, according to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). Dr. Vincent Brown, who was previously known as Dr. Vincent Bajinya and is 65 years old,… Continue reading First UK charges brought over 1994 Rwanda genocide
Driver charged over fatal A61 Barnsley crash that killed six people
Charges have been brought against a man accused of causing death by dangerous driving in a crash that tragically claimed six lives, including two children. The collision occurred on 21 July 2024 on the A61 road between Barnsley and Wakefield. Among the fatalities were Shannen Morgan and Shane Roller, along with their two daughters, nine-year-old… Continue reading Driver charged over fatal A61 Barnsley crash that killed six people
Two whales dead in Northumberland after mass stranding
The BDMLR clarified that the whales involved in the recent stranding near Coquet Island were not the same group that had been guided out of the River Thames over the weekend. This conclusion was drawn because the distance between the two locations exceeds what the species could cover within 24 hours. Efforts to prevent the… Continue reading Two whales dead in Northumberland after mass stranding
Flight disruption: Airlines criticise air traffic control over second glitch in a month
The UK’s air traffic control system has come under renewed criticism following a second technical failure within a fortnight that resulted in significant flight disruptions across the country. EasyJet highlighted concerns about the robustness of the service, stating that Monday’s event “once again calls into question the resilience” of the system. Meanwhile, Wizz Air described… Continue reading Flight disruption: Airlines criticise air traffic control over second glitch in a month
Drumcree: Nationalist residents groups warn some parading settlements 'could unravel'
Nearly a dozen nationalist residents’ organizations have raised concerns that certain parading communities may face disruption if the Orange Order proceeds with its plans to march along the Garvaghy Road in Portadown. The Orange Order has submitted an application to hold a parade on the upcoming Sunday. The parade in question, known as the Drumcree… Continue reading Drumcree: Nationalist residents groups warn some parading settlements 'could unravel'
Two arrested over Grand Burstin hotel fire in Folkestone
Kent Police have arrested two individuals on suspicion of arson following a significant fire at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone. The incident occurred early on Saturday morning at the hotel located on Marine Parade. Approximately 280 people were evacuated from the premises as a precautionary measure. Additionally, safety concerns prompted the relocation of 90… Continue reading Two arrested over Grand Burstin hotel fire in Folkestone
Caerphilly driver jailed after veering into oncoming car on A468
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Southport killer accused of throwing boiling water mixed with sugar at prison officer
Axel Rudakubana, the Southport killer currently serving a life sentence, has appeared in court facing fresh charges related to incidents that occurred while he was imprisoned. Among the allegations is an attack on a prison officer involving the throwing of boiling water mixed with sugar through the hatch in Rudakubana’s cell door on 8 May… Continue reading Southport killer accused of throwing boiling water mixed with sugar at prison officer
Council leader Jason Zadrozny found guilty of fraud and tax evasion
Jason Zadrozny, the leader of Ashfield District Council, has been convicted on charges of fraud and tax evasion. Hailing from Stanton Hill, Zadrozny was accused of creating a fictitious heritage organization with the intention of defrauding Nottinghamshire County Council out of several thousand pounds. In addition, it was claimed that he neglected to pay taxes… Continue reading Council leader Jason Zadrozny found guilty of fraud and tax evasion