The Omagh bombing inquiry has been underway for several days, but some of the victims’ families do not believe that it will reveal the truth due to the lack of transparency from the government. Claire Hayes, whose 16-year-old brother Alan Radford died in the bombing, stated that she expects “a very diluted version of the… Continue reading Omagh bombing: Inquiry will lead to 'diluted truth'
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Cardiff University 400 job cuts 'threaten supply of nurses'
The Royal College of Nursing Wales executive director, Helen Whyley, has raised warnings that proposed job cuts at Cardiff University could reduce the supply of nurses in Welsh health boards. Cardiff University plans to cut 400 full-time jobs due to a funding shortfall, which would involve course closures and department mergers. Nursing, modern languages and… Continue reading Cardiff University 400 job cuts 'threaten supply of nurses'
Electric planes, new fuel: Can Heathrow's third runway be green?
The UK government is expected to give the go-ahead for the construction of a third runway at London’s Heathrow Airport on Wednesday, with Chancellor Rachel Reeves set to announce the decision. Reeves has claimed that “sustainable aviation fuel” will cut emissions, with huge investment going into electric planes, and that a third runway would mean… Continue reading Electric planes, new fuel: Can Heathrow's third runway be green?
Keep assisted dying laws simple, says Whitty
England’s chief medical officer, Professor Sir Chris Whitty, has warned MPs against overly complicating assisted dying laws. He told a committee of MPs that simple safeguards are the best, fearing that too many regulations would confuse patients and lead to them ending up in a bureaucratic nightmare. The warning comes as the cross-party group of… Continue reading Keep assisted dying laws simple, says Whitty
Zombie knife ban won't solve crisis – but there is hope, says Idris Elba
Idris Elba, an actor who has spent the past year working on a BBC documentary about knife crime solutions believes that schools need to step up and intervene earlier to help tackle the UK’s knife crime epidemic. In addition to taking a more proactive approach with early intervention, he believes that domestic knives can be… Continue reading Zombie knife ban won't solve crisis – but there is hope, says Idris Elba
Hove: Boy playing with Nerf gun stopped by armed police
A mother has voiced her concerns after her 13-year-old son was accosted by armed police while he and a friend played with a plastic Nerf gun in a park. Annette, from Hove, Sussex, said her son was “still in shock” and had difficulty sleeping following the incident. She said two plainclothes officers approached the boys,… Continue reading Hove: Boy playing with Nerf gun stopped by armed police
Drivers caught speeding at 164mph told to stop being 'selfish'
Police forces across the UK have urged drivers to slow down on the roads after data showed that motorists have been caught speeding at 164mph (264km/h). A total of 24,000 vehicles have been recorded as driving faster than 100mph (161km/h) between 2019 and 2023, according to police data. One motorist in Greater Manchester and another… Continue reading Drivers caught speeding at 164mph told to stop being 'selfish'
Roman Abramovich could owe UK £1bn in unpaid tax
Leaked papers have revealed that Roman Abramovich, the Russian billionaire and owner of Chelsea Football Club, may owe up to £1bn to the UK following a failed attempt to evade tax on hedge fund investments. The papers show that investments worth $6bn were channelled via companies in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) but managed from… Continue reading Roman Abramovich could owe UK £1bn in unpaid tax
XL bully dog ban a 'huge burden' on policing, chiefs say
The enforcement of the ban on owning XL bully dogs is causing significant issues for police forces, according to chiefs. The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) said that they are facing many difficulties in finding enough kennel space, resourcing, and coping with increasing costs. Kennelling costs and veterinary bills have largely contributed to the rising… Continue reading XL bully dog ban a 'huge burden' on policing, chiefs say
Heathrow third runway: What's the plan for expanding the airport?
The expansion of Heathrow Airport is expected to be approved by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on Wednesday, following years of debate. Alongside confirmation of the expansion of other London airports including Gatwick and Luton, it is likely to be met with strong opposition from those arguing it will increase air travel, and make it harder for… Continue reading Heathrow third runway: What's the plan for expanding the airport?