Jenny Coleman reports for BBC News in Liverpool, where the city observed a moment of silence to honor the 36th anniversary of the tragic Hillsborough disaster. This somber occasion marked the day when 97 football fans lost their lives in a terrace crush during an FA Cup semi-final match between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest on… Continue reading Hillsborough disaster: Liverpool falls silent on 36th anniversary
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Weetabix workers in Northamptonshire to strike over pay dispute
In response to an ongoing disagreement over pay, employees at Weetabix have taken the decision to go on strike. The workers at the breakfast cereal company, situated in Northamptonshire at the Burton Latimer and Corby sites, are planning protests commencing on 29th April. The impending picket lines will consist of members from the Union of… Continue reading Weetabix workers in Northamptonshire to strike over pay dispute
Backlash over 'distressing' cuts to adoption fund
Government funding for therapy for adopted children in England has sparked backlash from charities, who have criticized the decision to slash the amount families can access by 40%. Adoption UK expressed distress over the news, highlighting the additional strain placed on families who were already enduring a lengthy wait to learn the fate of the… Continue reading Backlash over 'distressing' cuts to adoption fund
Omagh bombing: Republic of Ireland agrees deal on sharing material with inquiry
A collaboration agreement has been reached between the Irish government and the Omagh Bombing Inquiry. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was approved during a Dublin cabinet meeting, as anticipated. The 1998 Real IRA attack, launched from the Irish Republic, resulted in the deaths of twenty-nine individuals, including a pregnant woman expecting twins. This MoU will… Continue reading Omagh bombing: Republic of Ireland agrees deal on sharing material with inquiry
Birmingham City Council 'on track' to clear waste backlog
The ongoing dispute between Birmingham City Council and the Unite union regarding a strike by bin workers is showing signs of progress. Craig Cooper, strategic director of city operations, stated that they are working towards clearing the backlog of uncollected waste primarily in the most affected areas of the city. Despite the strike, the council… Continue reading Birmingham City Council 'on track' to clear waste backlog
Bletchley man admits murdering two women on Christmas Day
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North Carolina man flew to Wales to meet girl he groomed online
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Russell George: Betting charges MS removed from committees
Two Welsh Parliament Committees have removed Russell George, a Conservative Member of the Senedd (MS), from his positions following his involvement in betting offences. Alongside 14 others, including a former Welsh Tory MP and a senior Welsh Conservatives staff member, George faced charges from the Gambling Commission as a result of an investigation into betting… Continue reading Russell George: Betting charges MS removed from committees
June by-election date set in McKelvie's Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse seat.
A by-election has been scheduled to choose the successor to the late SNP MSP Christina McKelvie, who passed away at the age of 57 last month. Representing Hamilton, Larkhall, and Stonehouse since 2011, McKelvie had been battling secondary breast cancer. Scottish Parliament Presiding Officer Alison Johnstone revealed that the by-election will take place on 5… Continue reading June by-election date set in McKelvie's Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse seat.
Murder arrest over fatal house explosion in Worksop
A fatal house explosion in Nottinghamshire has led to the arrest of a man on suspicion of murder. The incident, which occurred on John Street in Worksop, resulted in the death of David Howard, 53, who was found in the rubble and declared dead at the scene. The explosion caused significant damage to three houses… Continue reading Murder arrest over fatal house explosion in Worksop