Transport for Wales (TfW) has introduced a pay-as-you-go system on the Wrexham-Bidston Borderlands Line, a 27-mile (44 km) route, promoting it as offering the “best value fare” through a recent social media campaign, including a TikTok advertisement. This scheme allows passengers to tap in and out using a contactless debit card or smartphone without purchasing… Continue reading TfW pay-as-you-go risks overcharging train passengers, says Flintshire council
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Nottingham attacks family condemn police chief's promotion
The recent decision by Nottinghamshire Police to promote Rob Griffin to the permanent position of deputy chief constable has sparked strong criticism from the family of one of the victims killed in the Nottingham stabbings. On June 13, 2023, Grace O’Malley-Kumar, Barnaby Webber, and Ian Coates were fatally stabbed by Valdo Calocane, an attack that… Continue reading Nottingham attacks family condemn police chief's promotion
Driver who killed woman in Leicester celebrating 60th birthday jailed
The court examined the circumstances surrounding an incident in which Thomas Goulty consumed two lagers before driving his silver Vauxhall Astra at a speed of 64mph in an area where the speed limit was 30mph. While traveling at this excessive speed, he collided with a Peugeot Expert Tepee taxi driven by 69-year-old Sarwar Mohammad. Both… Continue reading Driver who killed woman in Leicester celebrating 60th birthday jailed
Met Police officer denies charges over pregnant woman's death
A Metropolitan Police officer stands accused of causing the death of a pregnant woman through dangerous driving but has denied the allegation. Mariam Ahmed, aged 38, lost her life following a high-speed collision involving her Volkswagen Polo on Eltham Road, located in south-east London, on 17 October 2024. Tragically, her unborn child did not survive… Continue reading Met Police officer denies charges over pregnant woman's death
A Very British Cult: Three men lose appeal for harassing BBC journalist over documentary
An appeal made by three men convicted of harassing BBC journalist Catrin Nye has been rejected. Nye hosted the podcast series and documentary, *A Very British Cult*. Kristofer Deichler, aged 47, Jatinder Kamra, 46, and Sukhraj Singh were found guilty of harassment following visits to Nye’s home, where she lives with her partner and children.… Continue reading A Very British Cult: Three men lose appeal for harassing BBC journalist over documentary
Londonderry: Man admits to killing of Spanish national, court told
A man has confessed to the killing of a woman whose body was discovered in a ground-floor apartment following a fire at the property over two years ago, a court heard. The accused, 30-year-old Ciaran Edward Murray from Malvern Terrace in the Waterside district of Londonderry, faces a murder charge in connection with the death… Continue reading Londonderry: Man admits to killing of Spanish national, court told
Earl Spencer defends Diana book claims about King Charles
Earl Spencer has responded to a rare statement issued by Buckingham Palace with a mix of skepticism and challenge. Speaking from his Althorp estate, he questioned the emotions behind the Palace’s response, asking, “Well, is he furious? Is he furious or is he embarrassed?” He went on to reflect on two conversations he had in… Continue reading Earl Spencer defends Diana book claims about King Charles
Diana’s Earl Spencer brother says Charles ‘went ballistic’ in phone call after her death
In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg, Earl Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother, revealed that King Charles became extremely angry during a phone conversation shortly after Diana’s death. Spencer alleges that the then-Prince of Wales expressed harsh sentiments, reportedly saying, “we’ll forget her soon enough,” while they debated whether Princes William and Harry should… Continue reading Diana’s Earl Spencer brother says Charles ‘went ballistic’ in phone call after her death
Stephanie Cole: Coronation Street and Doc Martin actress dies aged 84
Stephanie Cole, the distinguished actress renowned for her work in series such as Tenko, Open All Hours, and Doc Martin, has passed away at the age of 84. Her passing was confirmed in a statement by her agent John Grant, issued on behalf of her family, revealing that she had been living with Alzheimer’s disease… Continue reading Stephanie Cole: Coronation Street and Doc Martin actress dies aged 84
Nusrat Osman: British woman rescued in deadly Malawi shootout
A British woman who had been abducted in Malawi nearly a week ago was successfully rescued during a police operation that resulted in the deaths of four suspected kidnappers and left a senior police officer injured. Nusrat Osman, 47, was freed on Thursday near the southern city of Blantyre, according to Malawian police officials. During… Continue reading Nusrat Osman: British woman rescued in deadly Malawi shootout