A man involved in a stabbing incident on a train in Cambridgeshire over the weekend has shared his account of the terrifying confrontation with the alleged attacker. Stephen Crean recounted to BBC’s Lucy Manning that the assailant asked him, “Do you want to die?” The chilling incident took place on a train en route from… Continue reading Cambridgeshire train attack victim describes confrontation with alleged attacker
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Train-attack accused 'maybe linked to other incidents' – police
An image of Anthony Williams in Peterborough the evening before the alleged train attack has been obtained by the BBC. Police are currently looking into whether the man accused of stabbing 10 individuals on a train has any connection to an attack on a 14-year-old boy and two incidents involving a knifeman at a barbers’… Continue reading Train-attack accused 'maybe linked to other incidents' – police
Motability: 'Just because I'm disabled, why can't I drive what I want?'
BBC News NI business correspondent Patrick Fee reported on a disabled woman in Northern Ireland criticizing potential changes to the Motability scheme. This scheme enables people receiving certain disability benefits to lease vehicles such as cars, scooters, and powered wheelchairs at a reduced cost. However, there are concerns that taxpayers may be subsidizing premium cars… Continue reading Motability: 'Just because I'm disabled, why can't I drive what I want?'
Head teachers to be consulted on strike action over Ofsted changes
The National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) is considering strike action after it failed to challenge Ofsted’s new inspection plans in court. The watchdog’s colour-coded report card system is set to take effect in England on 10 November, despite claims from the NAHT that there was inadequate consultation. Ofsted made changes to their inspection process… Continue reading Head teachers to be consulted on strike action over Ofsted changes
Rogiet: Nine-month-old baby boy killed by family pet
Tragedy struck in south-east Wales when a family dog attacked and killed a nine-month-old baby boy. Police and paramedics rushed to the address on Crossway in Rogiet near Caldicot, Monmouthshire, at around 18:00 GMT on Sunday. Despite efforts by the Welsh Ambulance Service, the baby was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. The dog responsible… Continue reading Rogiet: Nine-month-old baby boy killed by family pet
Portavogie: Murder arrest following death of man in his 20s
Jordan Webb, a 28-year-old man, was found dead in Portavogie, County Down, on Monday morning. The Police Service of Northern Ireland responded to an address on New Harbour Road at 07:45 GMT, where Mr. Webb was pronounced dead at the scene. Detective Inspector Hollie McCartan expressed her condolences to Jordan’s family and loved ones during… Continue reading Portavogie: Murder arrest following death of man in his 20s
Nigel Farage: Huge tax cuts not currently realistic
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has changed his party’s stance on delivering substantial tax cuts worth £90bn annually. The previous promise made ahead of the last general election included proposals to slash corporation tax, reduce stamp duty on home purchases, and increase the income tax threshold. However, Farage acknowledged the current dire state of public… Continue reading Nigel Farage: Huge tax cuts not currently realistic
West Coast Mainline blocked as train derails in Cumbria
A train traveling from Glasgow to London experienced a derailment early in the morning, causing significant disruption and impacting the West Coast Mainline. The incident occurred at 06:10 GMT when the 04:28 Avanti West Coast service derailed at Shap in Cumbria. As a result, lines north of Preston and south of Carlisle were blocked, leaving… Continue reading West Coast Mainline blocked as train derails in Cumbria
Gatwick Airport second runway challenge filed at High Court
A group of campaigners has taken legal action against the government’s decision to greenlight a second runway at Gatwick Airport. Communities against Gatwick Noise Emissions (Cagne) have lodged a judicial review claim, accusing officials of failing to adequately assess the environmental impact of the project. This move comes after Cagne previously notified the government of… Continue reading Gatwick Airport second runway challenge filed at High Court
Strictly's Amy Dowden to undergo 'another mastectomy'
Amy Dowden, a contestant on the popular show Strictly Come Dancing, recently shared with her followers that she will be undergoing another mastectomy this week. The 35-year-old clarified that this surgery is not due to a new cancer diagnosis but rather a decision made after consulting with her medical team. She expressed her desire to… Continue reading Strictly's Amy Dowden to undergo 'another mastectomy'