The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union has called off planned strikes on the London Underground following “significant progress” in negotiations with Transport for London (TfL) over jobs and conditions. About 3,000 RMT members were due to strike on Wednesday and Friday over the dispute surrounding 600 post closures. The planned cuts form part of… Continue reading Tube strikes: London Underground walkouts called off
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Victims' commissioner to be named after 'shocking' delay
After more than a year without an appointed victims’ commissioner, Justice Secretary Alex Chalk has announced that someone will be appointed “shortly.” The position was left vacant following Dame Vera Baird’s resignation in September 2022, amidst accusations that victims’ needs were being overlooked. Campaign groups have criticised the government’s delay in filling the position, which… Continue reading Victims' commissioner to be named after 'shocking' delay
Two boys in hospital after firework explodes in Hengoed
Two young boys have been hospitalized after being injured by an exploding firework in Caerphilly county on Sunday afternoon. The boys, aged eight and nine, suffered injuries believed to be connected to the fireworks explosion. According to a family member’s Facebook post, one of the boys needs an operation to reconstruct his hand. The incident… Continue reading Two boys in hospital after firework explodes in Hengoed
Daylight reveals damage to Oxfordshire fireball plant
A biogas tank at a food waste recycling plant in Oxfordshire exploded on Monday night following a lightning strike. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. Firefighters have been inspecting the remains of the facility, which was left smoldering in the aftermath of the blast. The explosion occurred at around 7:20 PM BST at a facility… Continue reading Daylight reveals damage to Oxfordshire fireball plant
Not all Police Scotland officers have vetting records
A review by the police watchdog has discovered that not all officers in Police Scotland have undergone proper vetting. The report revealed that some officers and staff had not been vetted since starting their careers. The watchdog has recommended an urgent review of the situation, as well as repeating vetting at least once every ten… Continue reading Not all Police Scotland officers have vetting records
Boy struck by lightning at Hertford school football match
A football tournament held at The Sele School in Hertford turned tragic on Monday afternoon when a lightning strike affected several people. A boy, aged 12, and a man in his 50s were struck by lightning during the district tournament, leaving the boy in a critical condition. School staff performed CPR on the boy until… Continue reading Boy struck by lightning at Hertford school football match
Marcia Grant: Boy, 13, admits killing woman with her own car
A young boy, whose identity must be kept private due to his age, has pleaded guilty to causing the death of Marcia Grant. Mrs. Grant lost her life when the thirteen-year-old drove over her in her own vehicle outside her Sheffield home on April 5th. The boy likewise admitted that he was in possession of… Continue reading Marcia Grant: Boy, 13, admits killing woman with her own car
Rishi Sunak continues to stall on HS2 announcement
The UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has denied that he will make a premature decision regarding the future of the HS2 high-speed train line. Despite growing pressure and speculation about the cancellation of the Birmingham to Manchester leg, Sunak insisted that he would not be swayed by “someone’s TV programme.” He emphasised that making the… Continue reading Rishi Sunak continues to stall on HS2 announcement
Greggs says sales up by more than fifth in latest quarter
Bakery chain, Greggs, reported an increase in sales by 20.8% in the 13 weeks leading up to 30 September this year, compared to the same period the year before. In the last 12 months, Greggs opened 144 new stores and closed 62 others. The bakery expects to open between 135 to 145 new shops across… Continue reading Greggs says sales up by more than fifth in latest quarter
Fire crews tackle Oxfordshire recycling plant blast through night
Firefighters spent the night battling a massive fire that ignited after a lightning strike caused a gas explosion at a food waste recycling facility. The incident occurred on Monday evening in Cassington, Oxfordshire when a tank at the Severn Trent Green Power site was struck by lightning at approximately 7:20 pm BST. This caused the… Continue reading Fire crews tackle Oxfordshire recycling plant blast through night