Schoolgirl's death being treated as murder

The police have launched a murder investigation in West Calder, West Lothian, after a six-year-old girl was found dead. The bodies of the girl’s father, 36-year-old Mark Gordon, and the girl, Hope, were discovered on Monday afternoon. Mr Gordon’s death is still being treated as unexplained as further investigation is carried out. Although the police… Continue reading Schoolgirl's death being treated as murder

Taxi dashcam shows Axel Rudakubana before Southport attack

Axel Rudakubana was sentenced to 52 years in prison after pleading guilty to three counts of murder and ten counts of attempted murder. The Liverpool Crown Court heard that Rudakubana had arrived at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class and killed three young girls. The incident took place on July 29, 2024, at The Hart Space… Continue reading Taxi dashcam shows Axel Rudakubana before Southport attack

Wales has too many hospitals, says Mark Drakeford

Wales has too many hospitals and beds, according to the country’s finance minister, Mark Drakeford. Speaking on the “For Wales, See Wales” podcast, Drakeford called for less investment in hospitals and more in primary care. He said money was sucked into secondary care, while nine out of 10 contacts with the health service take place… Continue reading Wales has too many hospitals, says Mark Drakeford

Mabli Hall: Bridget Curtis jailed for causing death of baby

An elderly woman has received a four-year prison sentence and an eight-year driving ban after admitting to causing the death of an eight-month-old baby in a crash outside Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, in June 2023. Bridget Curtis was in control of a BMW when she lost control after reaching for a handbag on the… Continue reading Mabli Hall: Bridget Curtis jailed for causing death of baby

Rachel Reeves to soften non-dom tax changes

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has revealed that plans to abolish non-dom status will be amended to allow a more gradual phase out of tax benefits. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Reeves announced that upcoming legislation aimed to increase the generosity of an offer to help non-doms repatriate their funds to the UK. Non-dom… Continue reading Rachel Reeves to soften non-dom tax changes

Weather forecast: Storm Éowyn brings rare red warnings for UK

Storm Éowyn is set to hit Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland on Friday, resulting in rare weather warnings being issued for the two regions. Strong winds associated with the storm could result in life-threatening flying debris and very dangerous driving conditions due to fallen trees on roads. As a result, schools across a large… Continue reading Weather forecast: Storm Éowyn brings rare red warnings for UK

Storm Éowyn: Red weather warning as storm poses danger to life

The UK is bracing itself for dangerous Storm Éowyn, which is expected to bring wind gusts of up to 100mph (161km/h), as well as flying debris, power cuts and travel disruption. Red warnings have been issued for Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland on Friday. The warnings mean people’s lives could be in danger, as… Continue reading Storm Éowyn: Red weather warning as storm poses danger to life

Leo Ross stabbing: Classmate remembers him as kind and welcoming

A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after 12-year-old Leo Ross was stabbed to death in Birmingham. Leo was found near Scribers Lane in the Hall Green area of the city and died a few hours later in hospital. The suspect was also detained over an unrelated assault on a woman in… Continue reading Leo Ross stabbing: Classmate remembers him as kind and welcoming