Russell Brand, comedian and actor, is under investigation by Thames Valley Police over new allegations of harassment and stalking that came to light two weeks ago. The allegations come in the wake of reports and investigations linking Brand to several rape and sexual assault allegations. The Metropolitan Police has already confirmed that it has received… Continue reading Russell Brand: Thames Valley Police investigates allegations
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Hawick rugby team throws away win with bizarre own goal
During a recent rugby game in the Scottish Borders, a rare own goal was scored in the dying seconds of the match. Hawick Youth were leading by two points before a conversion attempt by the home team led to the ball falling short. As Hawick ran to celebrate their win, their scrum-half accidentally knocked the… Continue reading Hawick rugby team throws away win with bizarre own goal
Investigators reviewing Flying Scotsman collision
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) is currently reviewing a low-speed collision between the Flying Scotsman and a Royal Scotsman train. The event took place on Friday at Aviemore Station in the Highlands, resulting in two individuals being treated in hospital before being released with minor injuries. However, the RAIB has been informed of the… Continue reading Investigators reviewing Flying Scotsman collision
John Lewis boss Dame Sharon White to step down after five years
Dame Sharon White, the current chairman of John Lewis, will leave her position after five years. Despite making history as the first woman to lead the company, her tenure will be the shortest in nearly 100 years. The board is expected to announce her successor next year. Dame Sharon announced that she will not seek… Continue reading John Lewis boss Dame Sharon White to step down after five years
Tory campaign group urges donors to stop funding the party
Lord Cruddas, the president of a Conservative campaign group, has called on party donors to stop funding the party unless members are given a greater say in its operations. Speaking at a black-tie event of leading Eurosceptic activists and senior Tory MPs, Lord Cruddas stated that the Conservative Democratic Organisation, which he founded last year,… Continue reading Tory campaign group urges donors to stop funding the party
Sycamore Gap: Man in his 60s bailed over tree felling
A man in his 60s who was taken into custody on suspicion of damaging the world-famous Sycamore Gap tree has been released on bail. The landmark, which was situated next to Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland and believed to be around 300 years old, was chopped down overnight on Wednesday. Northumbria Police confirmed the man’s arrest… Continue reading Sycamore Gap: Man in his 60s bailed over tree felling
What is the minimum wage and how much is it?
The UK’s national living wage is set to increase from April onwards, with Chancellor Jeremy Hunt expected to make the confirmation on Monday. The increase would see the minimum wage for workers aged 23 or over rise from £10.42 to at least £11 an hour. This change is set to boost earnings for approximately two… Continue reading What is the minimum wage and how much is it?
Can Rishi Sunak's switch from Mr Steady to Mr Change work?
The Conservative Party is faced with a challenge that can be summed up in five words: the diminishing returns of reinvention. This fall, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has shifted his approach to become a figure more focused on change, rather than stability. Drawing attention to the faults of past governments he has served under, Sunak’s new… Continue reading Can Rishi Sunak's switch from Mr Steady to Mr Change work?
Welsh Water bills may rise £120 by 2030 to tackle pollution
Welsh Water has pledged to invest nearly £1.9bn towards environmental improvement between 2025 and 2030, warning that water bills in Wales could increase by £120 a year by 2030 as a result. According to the pledge, customers would be paying £5 more per month in 2025 and £10 more per month by 2030. The company… Continue reading Welsh Water bills may rise £120 by 2030 to tackle pollution
BBC Wales presenter Lucy Owen's eyesight saved by routine test
A BBC journalist has spoke candidly about her close shave with losing her sight in one eye after a routine visit to the opticians. Lucy Owen, a contact lens wearer since she was 16, said she had “not always been to the opticians as regularly as I should” and put off making her annual check-up… Continue reading BBC Wales presenter Lucy Owen's eyesight saved by routine test