Wikileaks founder Julian Assange’s final UK appeal against extradition to the US is on hold as the High Court awaits assurances from American authorities. If convicted in the US, the Australian national is facing a maximum sentence of 175 years in prison. Assange is accused of breaking the law and endangering lives by publishing secret… Continue reading Julian Assange faces further wait over extradition ruling
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Nottingham attacks: Ongoing concerns at trust that treated killer
A recent government-ordered review has uncovered deep-seated concerns regarding care and safety at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT). The Care Quality Commission (CQC) found that issues at the trust had persisted for some time, with problems reported regarding access to care and staffing and leadership. The review was prompted by a series of attacks… Continue reading Nottingham attacks: Ongoing concerns at trust that treated killer
Afghanistan: Veterans' minister told to hand over names to inquiry
Veterans Minister Johnny Mercer has been instructed to reveal the identities of whistleblowers who disclosed to him allegations of war crimes committed by British special forces in Afghanistan and a subsequent cover-up. Mercer has until April 5 to provide this information to an independent inquiry. If he fails to do so, he faces a possible… Continue reading Afghanistan: Veterans' minister told to hand over names to inquiry
Chloe Mitchell: Murder victim's family struggle to cope with loss
The family of Chloe Mitchell, a young woman who was murdered in Ballymena, continues to struggle with the loss of their loved one. Chloe’s body was found following an extensive search operation after she was reported missing in the County Antrim town last summer. Her brother, Philip Mitchell, expressed that the family, especially their parents,… Continue reading Chloe Mitchell: Murder victim's family struggle to cope with loss
Cody Fisher: Family call for stricter security and bleed kits at nightclubs
The mother of Cody Fisher, a footballer who was fatally stabbed in a Birmingham nightclub in December 2022, is calling for new legislation in his memory. Tracey Fisher wants to force venues to stock bleed kits and introduce metal detectors, a law she hopes will save others’ lives. Cody Fisher was attacked at Crane nightclub… Continue reading Cody Fisher: Family call for stricter security and bleed kits at nightclubs
Moves to make it harder to repossess leasehold homes over unpaid charges
The British government is facing mounting pressure to reform the current regulations that allow the repossession of a leasehold property if its leaseholder is unable to pay fees of as little as £350. Campaigners have called these laws draconian, and there is cross-party support for their removal from the proposed Leasehold Reform Bill, which is due… Continue reading Moves to make it harder to repossess leasehold homes over unpaid charges
UK imposes sanctions after Chinese-backed cyber-attacks
The UK government has made a formal accusation that China has been behind the “malicious” cyber campaigns aimed towards MPs and the country’s Electoral Commission. Two people and a company have been sanctioned over these cyber-attacks. The deputy PM, Oliver Dowden, has stated that the individuals were responsible for accessing information related to MPs and… Continue reading UK imposes sanctions after Chinese-backed cyber-attacks
Coutinho queried approval of waste project opposed by Barclay
The UK’s Energy Secretary, Claire Coutinho, has questioned the approval of a waste-burning incinerator in Environment Secretary Steve Barclay’s constituency, despite her department granting approval last month. German firm MVV Environment is set to build the waste-to-energy incinerator in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. Incinerators normally process non-recyclable waste to generate energy for local industrial use. Despite the… Continue reading Coutinho queried approval of waste project opposed by Barclay
Edinburgh school takes a stand to stop teen toilet vaping
A secondary school in Scotland is taking a firm stance against the growing issue of teenage vaping. The Royal High School in Edinburgh has become one of the first in Scotland to introduce vape detectors in its toilets. Despite attempts to tackle the prevalent issue in schools, Principal Pauline Walker said that they have been… Continue reading Edinburgh school takes a stand to stop teen toilet vaping
Andy Murray: Briton 'out for an extended period' with ankle injury
After injuring his ankle during the Miami Open, Andy Murray has confirmed that he will be out of action for an extended period. The 36-year-old received treatment following the injury in the third set of his 5-7 7-5 7-6 (7-5) defeat to Tomas Machac on Sunday and will see a specialist to determine his next… Continue reading Andy Murray: Briton 'out for an extended period' with ankle injury