Man who killed his girlfriend in car detained with hospital order

A man has been detained after fatally injuring his girlfriend inside a car in east London. The tragic incident took place on April 6th last year when Kennedi Westcarr-Sabaroche, 25, was found dead in a Vauxhall car on Whiston Road, Hackney. She had been strangled by her boyfriend, Gogoa Lois Tape, 28, who later confessed… Continue reading Man who killed his girlfriend in car detained with hospital order

Epping asylum hotel protester kicked police officer, court told

A protester who kicked a police officer outside a hotel where asylum seekers were being housed has received a suspended jail sentence. Jimmy Hillard, a 52-year-old carpenter from Loughton, assaulted an emergency worker outside The Bell Hotel in Epping, Essex. This incident occurred shortly after a Court of Appeal ruling permitted migrants to continue residing… Continue reading Epping asylum hotel protester kicked police officer, court told

Is a UK heatwave in the weather forecast for September?

As autumn arrives, the weather is taking on a distinctly autumnal tone with blustery showers becoming more frequent. Following the confirmation by the Met Office that this past summer was the warmest on record, the week ahead is expected to bring unsettled conditions with low pressure systems bringing wet and windy weather to many areas.… Continue reading Is a UK heatwave in the weather forecast for September?

Ex-Somerton and Frome MP David Warburton dies suddenly in London

Former Member of Parliament David Warburton, who was embroiled in scandal involving allegations of sexual misconduct, has passed away unexpectedly at the age of 59 in his London residence. The ex-MP, who previously represented the Somerton and Frome constituency in Somerset until June 2023, was found deceased on August 26th in Chelsea, west London, by… Continue reading Ex-Somerton and Frome MP David Warburton dies suddenly in London

Labour's Hefin David funeral sees hundreds of mourners gather

David Deans, a political reporter for BBC Wales News, along with Gareth Lewis, the political editor at BBC Wales News, covered the funeral of Senedd politician Hefin David. The service took place at St Catwg’s Church in Gelligaer, Caerphilly county, where Mr. David was remembered by senior figures from various political parties. He was honored… Continue reading Labour's Hefin David funeral sees hundreds of mourners gather

Keir Starmer backs Angela Rayner amid row over Hove flat

Political reporter Becky Morton revealed that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has shown his support for his deputy, Angela Rayner, amidst criticism from the Conservative Party regarding the purchase of a flat in Hove. According to reports from The Daily Telegraph, Rayner allegedly avoided paying £40,000 in stamp duty when acquiring the £800,000 property in… Continue reading Keir Starmer backs Angela Rayner amid row over Hove flat

Police charge 47 over alleged support for Palestine Action

A total of 47 individuals have been charged with showing support for the banned group Palestine Action, following their arrests at a demonstration in London in July, as confirmed by the Metropolitan Police. This latest wave of charges brings the overall number of individuals facing allegations of supporting Palestine Action in the capital to 114.… Continue reading Police charge 47 over alleged support for Palestine Action

Anas Sarwar 'horrified' by claim MSP hid camera in Holyrood loo

BBC Scotland News reporter Angus Cochrane has detailed the shocking allegations surrounding former Scottish Labour MSP Colin Smyth. Anas Sarwar, the Scottish Labour leader, expressed deep distress over Smyth’s alleged actions, including the claim that he hid a secret camera in a Holyrood toilet. Smyth, 52, denies the criminal charge and has also been charged… Continue reading Anas Sarwar 'horrified' by claim MSP hid camera in Holyrood loo

Leader of Scotland's biggest trades union suspended

Scotland’s largest trade union is currently embroiled in a controversy following the suspension of Derek Thomson, who serves as the Scottish secretary of Unite. The reason for his suspension is due to internal investigations regarding allegations of inappropriate behavior towards women. While details of the allegations have not been publicly disclosed, it is reported that… Continue reading Leader of Scotland's biggest trades union suspended