Category: UK News

t political policymakers need to stand up and address this issue. Intimidation and harassment should never be a part of the political process, and it is unacceptable for elected officials to be subjected to such abuse. It is important to have safeguarding mechanisms in place to protect politicians and their families from such threats. The… Continue reading Harassment: NI politicians speak out about abuse

An inquest into the tragic death of a young girl from Hertfordshire will be focusing on the popular social media platform TikTok, according to the area coroner for Hertfordshire, Jacques Howell. Maia Walsh, 13, who posted a concerning message on the app before her untimely passing, was found dead at her home in Hertford on… Continue reading Inquest into Hertfordshire girl's death will focus on TikTok

Warnings that using baby slings for hands-free feeding is unsafe have been issued by childbirth charities. The National Childbirth Trust (NCT) and the Lullaby Trust caution that the biggest risks are for premature babies and those under four months old as their airways can easily become blocked. This updated guidance comes after an inquest into… Continue reading Warning over hands-free breastfeeding in baby slings

A court has heard that a prison governor engaged in a relationship with a drug dealer who supposedly gave her a £12,000 Mercedes as a gift after she illegally authorized his early release from jail. Kerri Pegg, 42, was viewed as a “rising star” within the Prison Service, swiftly advancing from a graduate entrant to… Continue reading HMP Kirkham governor 'had relationship with drug dealer prisoner'

Dr Anish Anish is currently under investigation by a health trust for alleged actions regarding charging patients for NHS appointments. The consultant pediatrician, formerly employed by the Northern Health Trust, is facing complaints from parents regarding assessments for ADHD and autism. Dr. Anish has denied the allegations, stating that he is currently unwell and unable… Continue reading ADHD: Doctor being investigated over claims he charged NHS patients

The chancellor’s words about the changing world seemed prophetic as events quickly unfolded in response. This sentiment has become somewhat of a mantra in Westminster, serving as a rationale for the shifts in policies and budget cuts recently announced by Rachel Reeves in her Spring Statement. The underlying message when officials speak of the changing… Continue reading Chris Mason: Trump means uncertainty is the new certainty for the UK

A surge in investigations into police officers alleged to have abused their authority for sexual purposes has been reported with a record number of cases coming to light. The Office of the Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland (OPONI) had 19 active cases as of July 2024, and this number has since escalated to 24, indicating… Continue reading PSNI: Allegations of officers abusing their positions at record high

Following a tragic incident in north-west London, two individuals have been taken into custody after a woman lost her life when she was struck by a driver who was attempting to evade Metropolitan Police. The suspects, aged 18 and 19, were apprehended on Wednesday under suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to… Continue reading Two arrested after woman killed during Edgware police car chase

Education reporter, Hayley Clarke, shared a report suggesting the government needs to step up to safeguard young people from harmful and violent content online. The Youth Select Committee, consisting of 14 to 19-year-olds, voiced concerns that the Online Safety Act does not provide adequate protection for children against dangerous material. Despite calls to prohibit social… Continue reading Tougher rules needed to protect young people online, report warns

New powers are set to be granted to police forces to oversee protests near religious sites, announced by the Home Office. The move comes in response to a series of protests deemed as “intimidating” that have taken place near synagogues and mosques in recent months. Police will now have the authority to place conditions on… Continue reading Police get new powers to protect places of worship