Scotland has launched the first of sixteen newly planned walk-in clinics designed to provide patients with GP-led care without the need to book appointments in advance. Most of these clinics are set to operate daily from noon until 8 pm, offering a variety of same-day assessments and treatments. However, an analysis by BBC Verify suggests… Continue reading Will walk-in GP clinics deliver one million extra appointments?
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MPs openly criticising Andrew reflects shift in tradition
In an unprecedented parliamentary debate, Members of Parliament openly criticised a member of the Royal Family, marking a significant departure from established convention. The discussion centered on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, with MPs describing him in harsh terms, calling him “a rude, arrogant, entitled man who could not distinguish between the public interest, which he said he… Continue reading MPs openly criticising Andrew reflects shift in tradition
Ex-Nigerian minister confronted tycoons who bribed her, court told
During proceedings at Southwark Crown Court, audio recordings were presented involving Diezani Alison-Madueke, Nigeria’s former petroleum minister, reportedly confronting two oil businessmen with whom she allegedly had deteriorated relationships. These individuals, Olajide Omokore and Kolawole Aluko, are accused of providing bribes to Alison-Madueke in exchange for lucrative contracts tied to Nigeria’s oil sector. Prosecutors have… Continue reading Ex-Nigerian minister confronted tycoons who bribed her, court told
Reform UK by-election activist suspended over posts
Adam Mitula, who was acting as an interim campaign manager for Reform UK in the Tameside region ahead of Thursday’s Gorton and Denton by-election, has been suspended by the party due to racist and antisemitic remarks he allegedly made on social media. The party initially refrained from confirming his suspension, but Mitula himself confirmed it… Continue reading Reform UK by-election activist suspended over posts
Driver admits causing death of Willingham mother pushing pram
A tragic incident occurred in Willingham, Cambridgeshire, in September 2022, when Rebecca Ableman, aged 30, was fatally injured after being struck on the head by crane equipment while pushing her young daughter’s pram along the pavement. Rebecca was walking with her two-year-old daughter, Autumn, near the B1050 when the accident happened. She suffered severe head… Continue reading Driver admits causing death of Willingham mother pushing pram
Sturgeon accused Salmond of 'revenge mission' against government
Nicola Sturgeon, the former First Minister of Scotland, has accused her predecessor, Alex Salmond, of engaging in “a bit of a revenge mission” related to the Scottish government’s handling of harassment complaints made against him. This allegation was made during an interview Sturgeon gave to James Hamilton, an independent adviser responsible for investigating whether she… Continue reading Sturgeon accused Salmond of 'revenge mission' against government
MPs back move to release files on Andrew's appointment as trade envoy
Parliamentarians have supported a motion demanding the publication of documents concerning Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s appointment as a UK trade envoy in 2001. The motion, backed by the government and proposed by the Liberal Democrats, compels ministers to disclose files about Andrew’s decade-long tenure in the role. Trade Minister Sir Chris Bryant characterized Andrew as “rude, arrogant… Continue reading MPs back move to release files on Andrew's appointment as trade envoy
'Serious, systemic failure' to arrest Nottingham attacks killer on warrant
A significant delay in executing an arrest warrant for Valdo Calocane, who later killed three individuals, has been described by a police chief as a “serious, systemic and operational failure.” Calocane fatally stabbed Barnaby Webber, Grace O’Malley Kumar, and Ian Coates in Nottingham on June 13, 2023, and injured three others in the attack. Despite… Continue reading 'Serious, systemic failure' to arrest Nottingham attacks killer on warrant
Natalie McNally: Pathologist tells trial victim suffered 'prolonged assault'
Natalie McNally suffered a violent and sustained attack that resulted in multiple stab wounds, strangulation, and numerous severe blows to the head, according to testimony presented during the trial of the man charged with her murder. The autopsy, performed by state pathologist Dr James Lyness, revealed a multitude of injuries including damage to her head,… Continue reading Natalie McNally: Pathologist tells trial victim suffered 'prolonged assault'
Swindon man 'caused death of wife by controlling her', court told
A court case has revealed the tragic story of a woman who was subjected to controlling and violent behaviour by her husband, ultimately leading to her taking her own life. Christopher Trybus, a 43-year-old from Swindon in Wiltshire, faces manslaughter charges over the death of his wife, Tarryn Baird, who died by suicide in November… Continue reading Swindon man 'caused death of wife by controlling her', court told