Senior politicians are usually tight-lipped when it comes to commenting on the royals. However, with the ongoing saga involving Prince Andrew, the relationship between the Palace and Parliament might be at a turning point. Could this messy situation mark the beginning of a new era where politicians are more willing to highlight the monarchy’s shortcomings… Continue reading Andrew saga: Has politicians’ ‘no-comment’ approach to the royals had its day?
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UK aid for Hurricane Melissa reaches Jamaica as Britons to be evacuated
An aircraft carrying essential supplies arrived in Jamaica over the weekend to assist with recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa, while the UK prepares for its inaugural chartered flight to repatriate British citizens on the same day. The aid delivery included over 3,000 emergency shelter kits as part of a regional relief package totaling £7.5 million.… Continue reading UK aid for Hurricane Melissa reaches Jamaica as Britons to be evacuated
Stay away from Tynemouth boat wreckage, councillor pleads
Locals near Tynemouth’s King Edward’s Bay are being strongly advised to stay away from the wreckage of a boat that washed up on the beach over six weeks ago. The abandoned vessel has been left sitting on the sand since 10 September, when a sailor was rescued after spending 45 days at sea. The boat… Continue reading Stay away from Tynemouth boat wreckage, councillor pleads
Doncaster helicopter crash victim named by family
Peter Smith, a 70-year-old man who tragically perished in a helicopter crash in Doncaster, has been identified by his grieving family. The pilot, a 41-year-old individual, along with a 58-year-old woman and a 10-year-old boy, sustained minor injuries in the incident. Described as a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, Peter Smith’s family expressed deep sorrow… Continue reading Doncaster helicopter crash victim named by family
St James's Motoring Spectacle: Old cars meet new in Pall Mall
The streets of London’s Pall Mall were lined with over 130 cars as the St James’s Motoring Spectacle made a grand return to the capital. This event, organized by the Royal Automobile Club in collaboration with Westminster City Council, marks the beginning of the much-anticipated London to Brighton Car Run that follows the next day.… Continue reading St James's Motoring Spectacle: Old cars meet new in Pall Mall
Lack of child safeguarding in schools by ministers criticised
Experts and child safeguarding advocates have raised concerns about the lack of national oversight for child safeguarding reviews in schools since 2018. The Welsh government has confirmed this gap in oversight, prompting criticism from prominent figures like the children’s commissioner, Rocio Cifuentes. According to the government, school governing bodies are responsible for appointing an independent… Continue reading Lack of child safeguarding in schools by ministers criticised
Harlow man who stabbed Essex policewoman in face found guilty
A recent incident in Harlow, Essex has left a female police officer traumatized after being stabbed in the face by a man wielding a seven-inch serrated kitchen knife. Declan Diedrick, a 25-year-old resident of Hull Grove, launched the attack on officers who attempted to intervene on 29 December 2023. The intense violence displayed by Diedrick… Continue reading Harlow man who stabbed Essex policewoman in face found guilty
Hackney bus driver suspended after Jewish man 'shut inside bus'
In an alarming incident, a 52-year-old Orthodox Jewish man faced antisemitic abuse from a London bus driver who refused to return his bank card and trapped him inside the vehicle for nearly an hour. David Abraham boarded the 149 bus on Stoke Newington Road in Hackney, only to drop his bank card inside the driver’s… Continue reading Hackney bus driver suspended after Jewish man 'shut inside bus'
Former Aberdeen and Arsenal footballer Willie Young dies age 73
Willie Young, a former Aberdeen and Arsenal defender, passed away at the age of 73. He played over 180 games for Aberdeen before achieving success with Arsenal by winning the FA Cup in 1979. One of his most memorable moments was the tackle on West Ham forward Paul Allen during the 1980 FA Cup final,… Continue reading Former Aberdeen and Arsenal footballer Willie Young dies age 73
Andrew should answer Jeffrey Epstein questions in US, Democrats say
The US congressional committee looking into the Jeffrey Epstein case has been pushing for Andrew Mountbatten Windsor to address his connections to the late sex offender. Following mounting pressure, King Charles revoked Andrew’s “prince” title on Thursday, despite his consistent denial of any wrongdoing. Democratic members of the House Oversight Committee have reiterated their calls… Continue reading Andrew should answer Jeffrey Epstein questions in US, Democrats say