Category: UK News

Caerphilly by-election: Four things we learned from BBC's debate

A heated debate took place among six by-election candidates vying to represent Caerphilly in Cardiff Bay for a temporary period of about six months. With just eight days left until the by-election, several key issues were brought to light during the debate. One of the main issues discussed was the pressure on public services in… Continue reading Caerphilly by-election: Four things we learned from BBC's debate

Caerphilly by-election debate: What did the candidates say?

Recently, in the town of Caerphilly, Wales, a major accident occurred. The incident, which took place just 24 minutes ago, has caused a stir in the local community. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the accident, which has left many residents shocked and concerned. For more information on this developing story, you can read… Continue reading Caerphilly by-election debate: What did the candidates say?

Capita fined £14m for cyber-attack which affected millions

In the aftermath of a cyber-attack that resulted in the theft of personal data belonging to 6.6 million individuals, outsourcing firm Capita has been fined £14m by the UK’s data watchdog. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) highlighted that Capita’s failure to ensure the security of personal data processing put it at significant risk, leading to… Continue reading Capita fined £14m for cyber-attack which affected millions

Bodycam shows Swansea train manager arrested after sex assault

Nicholas McMurray, a 38-year-old train conductor from Swansea, found himself in a legal predicament when he was arrested on a station platform for sexually assaulting an 18-year-old female passenger. After appearing in Swansea Crown Court, McMurray was convicted of sexual assault and assault by penetration. He was sentenced to seven years in prison and will… Continue reading Bodycam shows Swansea train manager arrested after sex assault

Rhiannon Whyte friend 'heard silence then screams', court told

During the trial at Wolverhampton Crown Court, jurors were presented with chilling details of the alleged murder of hotel worker Rhiannon Whyte by asylum seeker Deng Majek. Majek, a Sudanese national who claims to be 19 years old, is accused of brutally stabbing Whyte 23 times with a screwdriver at Bescot Stadium rail station on… Continue reading Rhiannon Whyte friend 'heard silence then screams', court told

Hull funeral director admits offences relating to human remains

A funeral director has confessed to 36 charges of fraud while denying others in a court hearing. Robert Bush, 47, acknowledged 35 offenses of fraud by false representation and one of running a business fraudulently at Legacy Independent Funeral Directors in Hull. The charges included the sale of funeral plans and the mishandling of human… Continue reading Hull funeral director admits offences relating to human remains

XL bully owner pleads guilty over Staffordshire dog attack death

James Harrison Trimble-Pettitt, 32, who owned two XL bullies that fatally attacked Ian Price in 2023, has confessed to charges of having dogs dangerously out of control. The tragic incident occurred in Stonnall, Staffordshire on 14 September 2023, resulting in Price’s death in a hospital after the brutal attack. Following this horrific event, the then… Continue reading XL bully owner pleads guilty over Staffordshire dog attack death

EastEnders' Pam St Clement pays tribute to Tony Caunter

Tony Caunter, known for his role as Roy Evans in EastEnders from 1994 to 2003, has passed away at the age of 88. Pam St Clement, who portrayed Pat Butcher alongside Caunter, expressed her sadness at his death, describing him as a “lovely man and a true gentleman to work with.” She shared her condolences,… Continue reading EastEnders' Pam St Clement pays tribute to Tony Caunter