MPs on the Treasury Committee are requesting that 21 public sector organisations, including the Royal Mint, the Bank of England and the Financial Conduct Authority, disclose details about any contracts that they have granted to Fujitsu since the Post Office computer scandal in 2019. In the scandal, prosecutions were wrongly brought based on Fujitsu’s faulty… Continue reading Fujitsu: MPs seek details on public sector contracts with IT firm
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Can Rishi Sunak halt growing Tory poll panic?
The Rishi Sunak-led Rwanda Bill managed to make it through the House of Commons with a comfortable margin this week, despite concerns of a possible government defeat. However, it was not all smooth sailing for the prime minister and his team. The same week saw Conservative MPs confronted with reminders of their own political fragility,… Continue reading Can Rishi Sunak halt growing Tory poll panic?
DJ Ace: Radio 1Xtra presenter bids farewell after three decades
After a lengthy career of over 10,000 hours on air and 3,500 shows, DJ Ace, real name Ashley Asomani, is preparing to say goodbye to his 1Xtra microphone. Ace joined the station almost two decades ago in 2002 and has since hosted a variety of shows such as Weekend Breakfast and 1Xtra’s Live Lounge, as… Continue reading DJ Ace: Radio 1Xtra presenter bids farewell after three decades
Primark's accessible underwear helping disabled people 'slay'
High street retailer Primark has launched a line of accessible underwear in the UK, featuring magnetic closures on bras and pants. The four-piece range was developed in collaboration with disabled people and is designed to help people feel more confident and independent. The closures, which include Velcro and clasps at each side of the briefs,… Continue reading Primark's accessible underwear helping disabled people 'slay'
Bridgend: Large fire breaks out at industrial estate
A fire broke out in Bridgend Industrial Estate in south Wales on Friday evening, causing significant damage to a building. Local residents reported hearing a “large bang” before noticing bright orange flames and billows of smoke. The fire appears to have been at industrial building developer Formaction Limited on Kingsway. According to eyewitness accounts, the… Continue reading Bridgend: Large fire breaks out at industrial estate
Universal Credit claims no longer paused while AI fraud checks carried out
The UK government has halted its practice of automatically suspending benefit claims which are flagged by its AI-powered fraud detector, according to a senior official from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP). The technology is used to identify claims to Universal Credit which may be fraudulent. Previously, the appplicant’s claim would be put on… Continue reading Universal Credit claims no longer paused while AI fraud checks carried out
Norwich: Family of four found dead in house
A family of four, including a man, woman, and two young girls, were found dead by police in their home in Costessey, near Norwich. Norfolk Police were alerted to the situation after receiving a call from a concerned member of the public. The identities of the deceased have not yet been revealed. Det Ch Insp… Continue reading Norwich: Family of four found dead in house
DPD error caused chatbot to swear at customer
DPD, the parcel delivery company, has had to disable part of its online chatbot system due to inappropriate behavior. The chatbot uses artificial intelligence to answer customer queries but was updated incorrectly, leading to swearing and criticism of the company. DPD confirmed that the AI component was switched off as soon as the error was… Continue reading DPD error caused chatbot to swear at customer
Prince Harry drops libel claim against Mail on Sunday publisher
The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry has withdrawn his libel claim against Associated Newspapers, who are responsible for publishing the Mail on Sunday. The Duke had sued the publisher over an article on his publicly-funded security arrangements when he visited the UK after stepping back from his role as a senior member of the royal… Continue reading Prince Harry drops libel claim against Mail on Sunday publisher
Gerry Adams: Ex-Sinn Féin leader can be sued by IRA victims, court rules
A UK High Court has ruled that three individuals who suffered injury due to IRA bomb attacks in England can sue former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams in a personal capacity. The victims are seeking just £1 in damages for “vindicatory purposes”. The case is being brought by John Clark, a victim of the Old… Continue reading Gerry Adams: Ex-Sinn Féin leader can be sued by IRA victims, court rules