A company faces legal action following the electrocution death of a five-a-side football player at a leisure facility in 2016. Albert Xhediku, 34 years old, suffered a fatal electric shock from a floodlight while retrieving a football at the Mountbatten centre in Portsmouth. The Health and Safety Executive has charged Parkwood Community Leisure Ltd, the… Continue reading Leisure firm charged after footballer electrocuted in Portsmouth
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Dan Wootton denies catfishing claim by 'former colleague'
Broadcaster and journalist Dan Wootton has strongly refuted allegations made against him in a legal claim filed earlier this year. The claim, brought by a man granted anonymity by the High Court, accuses Wootton of impersonating a woman named Maria Joseph in 2009 to deceive him into sending explicit photographs and a video. The claimant… Continue reading Dan Wootton denies catfishing claim by 'former colleague'
Reselling tickets above face value set to be banned by government
The government is preparing to introduce a ban on the resale of live event tickets for profit. This initiative aims to combat ticket touting and the practice of resale websites selling tickets at prices far exceeding their original value. The move reflects ongoing concerns from fans who have expressed frustration over inflated resale costs for… Continue reading Reselling tickets above face value set to be banned by government
Anthony Joshua v Jake Paul fight scheduled for 19 December
Former two-time unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is set to face YouTube personality-turned-boxer Jake Paul in a professional fight scheduled for next month. The event will take place at the Kaseya Center in Miami on December 19, with the match being streamed live on Netflix. The bout will last eight rounds, each lasting three… Continue reading Anthony Joshua v Jake Paul fight scheduled for 19 December
Newspaper headlines: 'Labour asylum mutiny begins' and 'crackdown' on ticket touts
The latest proposed reforms to the UK’s asylum system, brought forward by the home secretary, have sparked significant controversy and internal conflict within the Labour Party. Headlines across various newspapers highlight the emergence of what some describe as a new rebellion against these sweeping changes. Even before full details were disclosed, Labour members such as… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Labour asylum mutiny begins' and 'crackdown' on ticket touts
Paralegal sacked after offering to help dodge £60k illegal working fines
A paralegal working at a Huddersfield solicitor’s office has been dismissed after secretly recorded footage revealed him boasting about helping businesses evade substantial immigration fines. Zohaib Hussain admitted he could create “documents” such as “business agreements” for £3,500 to assist companies in avoiding penalties that can reach up to £60,000 for employing illegal workers. RKS… Continue reading Paralegal sacked after offering to help dodge £60k illegal working fines
Staff wellbeing 'crisis' forcing teachers out of schools, charity says
A recent report from the charity Education Support highlights that the wellbeing of teachers across the UK has reached its lowest point since 2019. The data paints a troubling picture of an education workforce facing a crisis that threatens both staff retention and student outcomes. The organization warns that if efforts are not made to… Continue reading Staff wellbeing 'crisis' forcing teachers out of schools, charity says
So long, plastic wet wipes – but should we be flushing the new ones?
A new law banning the sale of plastic-containing wet wipes in England is set to be enacted later today, addressing a long-standing problem faced by water companies. The legislation, which will take effect in 2027, aligns England with existing regulations across the rest of the UK. Plastic wet wipes do not break down when flushed,… Continue reading So long, plastic wet wipes – but should we be flushing the new ones?
Cookstown hotel crush: Legal wait is 'second trauma' for victims' loved ones
Nearly seven years have passed since a tragic crowd crush outside the Greenvale Hotel in County Tyrone claimed the lives of three teenagers. The victims—Lauren Bullock, 17; Morgan Barnard, 17; and Connor Currie, 16—are remembered not only by their families but also by friends such as Jack McCullough, who was present during the incident. For… Continue reading Cookstown hotel crush: Legal wait is 'second trauma' for victims' loved ones
Snow and ice warnings come into force across Scotland
The Met Office has issued a series of yellow weather warnings for snow and ice that are expected to affect travel across Scotland and northern England in the coming days. Overnight into Tuesday, scattered showers of rain, sleet, and snow are anticipated, with an ongoing ice warning in place until 10:00 for the north and… Continue reading Snow and ice warnings come into force across Scotland