I'm feeling the pressure, Eluned Morgan says after year as first minister

Eluned Morgan, the first minister of Wales, is under pressure as she prepares her party for the upcoming Senedd election following her first year in office. Recent polls have indicated that Labour may lose its lead in the Welsh parliamentary election for the first time since the 1920s. Acknowledging the tough road ahead, Morgan expressed… Continue reading I'm feeling the pressure, Eluned Morgan says after year as first minister

Stockport couple drowned in Majorca flash floods, inquest told

A tragic incident occurred while a young couple was on a hiking holiday in Majorca, resulting in their untimely deaths in a flash flood, a recent inquest revealed. Alexander Barrett, a climbing instructor and lifeguard at 32 years old, attempted to assist his partner, Sarah Thompson, 26, when a sudden surge of water overwhelmed them… Continue reading Stockport couple drowned in Majorca flash floods, inquest told

Cross-channel migrant-smuggling gang exposed by BBC undercover filming

-9b8a2dcb37-web-2.26.0-8/grey-placeholder.png” aria-label=”image unavailable”> French police are struggling to prevent smuggling gangs launching migrants to the UK One of our undercover security guards received a coded message from Abdullah: The size of the boat had changed. “Initially six people,” Abdullah said, “then one more. And now?” The guard replied: “Eight.” Finally, as the night drew close… Continue reading Cross-channel migrant-smuggling gang exposed by BBC undercover filming

UK weather: Are we getting another heatwave or has Storm Floris ended summer early?

As the summer began, the UK experienced multiple heatwaves, but lately, cooler and wetter conditions have prevailed. Storm Floris intensified this feeling when it swept through the country on Monday, making it seem like autumn had arrived early. However, there is still hope for those on summer break as forecasts indicate potential bursts of warmth… Continue reading UK weather: Are we getting another heatwave or has Storm Floris ended summer early?

Family pay tribute to Oasis fan Lee Claydon who died at Wembley

An Oasis fan tragically lost his life after falling from a height during the band’s concert at Wembley Stadium. Lee Claydon, aged 45 and from Bournemouth, was described by his brother Aaron as “a loving family man” who was taken too soon. The family is struggling to cope with the unexpected loss and devastation of… Continue reading Family pay tribute to Oasis fan Lee Claydon who died at Wembley

Ofwat chief executive to resign at end of month

David Black, the chief executive of Ofwat, will be stepping down at the end of the month, as confirmed by the water regulator. Ofwat, responsible for overseeing the water sector in England and Wales, stated that Black has chosen to depart in pursuit of new opportunities. His tenure as chief executive, which began in April… Continue reading Ofwat chief executive to resign at end of month

Warwickshire Police respond to George Finch's 'rape cover-up' claim

Warwickshire Police has vehemently denied any accusations of withholding information regarding the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl in Nuneaton. County council leader George Finch had made claims that the two men charged in relation to the incident were asylum seekers, alleging a cover-up by both the police force and the Home Office. However, Chief… Continue reading Warwickshire Police respond to George Finch's 'rape cover-up' claim

Sussex couple detained in Iran allowed to call home for first time

A British couple, Lindsay and Craig Foreman, from East Sussex, found themselves in a dire situation when they were detained in Iran during their once-in-a-lifetime trip around the world. The couple was charged with espionage by Iranian authorities in January, despite denying the allegations. This sparked months of no direct contact with their loved ones… Continue reading Sussex couple detained in Iran allowed to call home for first time

Toomebridge: Police breached duty of care to teen killed in 2018

A tragic incident involving the death of teenager Shannon McQuillan in 2018 in County Antrim has sparked an investigation that revealed multiple breaches in the duty of care offered by police officers. The incident occurred when Shannon, 19, and Owen McFerran, 21, were hit by a van near Toomebridge. The Police Ombudsman’s report stated that… Continue reading Toomebridge: Police breached duty of care to teen killed in 2018

Waterworld investigation confirmed after young girl's death

A four-year-old girl died after visiting a water park, sparking a multi-agency investigation into the circumstances of her death. The tragic incident occurred at Waterworld in Festival Park, Stoke-on-Trent, prompting Staffordshire Police to launch an inquiry. The girl was pronounced dead in the hospital after being found unconscious in the Lagoon area of the Aqua… Continue reading Waterworld investigation confirmed after young girl's death