Tag: UK News

The UK government has denied requests to repay sufferers of miscarriages of justice for the money they spent on “bed and board” during their time in jail. By introducing compensation payments, an attempt has been made to address the suffering endured by those who were wrongfully incarcerated and ensure that they can put their lives… Continue reading No refunds in historic miscarriage of justice cases

Kyle Kothari, a 26-year-old diver from Team GB, is incredibly proud of his journey to his debut at the Olympics in Paris. Despite having won medals in lesser-known events, he faced the possibility of career-ending surgeries for a ruptured left Achilles in 2019 and a similar injury in the same leg in 2021. This disruption… Continue reading Paris 2024: Team GB's Kyle Kothari on diving for Olympic glory

Tabloid newspapers in the UK are covering the recent violent disorder and unrest taking place across parts of England and Northern Ireland after a mass stabbing in Southport. The Daily Mail reports on “thugs jailed and shamed on TV” as the courts make examples out of perpetrators. Meanwhile, the Daily Express leads with the suspension… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Shamed on TV' and 'Taylor terror alert'

Heathrow Airport was the site of a recent arrest as Katie Price was taken into custody by police. She was arrested for failing to attend court in relation to her previous bankruptcies. An arrest warrant had been out for her since July 30th, after which the former glamour model became a wanted person. The Metropolitan… Continue reading Katie Price arrested at Heathrow Airport

An emergency meeting led by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer discussed the need for police to remain on high alert following a week of violent disorder triggered by the killing of three young girls in Southport. The meeting saw the participation of government officials, ministers and police chiefs. This was the third meeting held since… Continue reading Riot police should stay on high alert, says Keir Starmer

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has released a video of the Spellow Library burning down and police officers in riot gear during violent disorder in Liverpool. The disorder occurred on County Road on August 3, following days of unrest across the UK. Although the cause of the unrest is unclear, police have made nearly 500… Continue reading New video shows Liverpool library riot and police attack

Prison sentences have been given to rioters involved in some of the most severe unrest the UK has encountered in over a decade. Judges in various towns and cities, including Liverpool, Plymouth and Teesside, sentenced individuals for violent disorder sparked by the killing of three young girls in Southport. Prosecutors confirmed there were 21 convictions… Continue reading Rioters jailed after violent disorder following Southport attack

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has revealed that a criminal investigation into the conduct of police officers at Manchester Airport has been extended to involve a second Greater Manchester Police officer for alleged assault. Muhammad Fahir Amaaz was caught on camera being kicked by a firearms officer whilst lying on the floor at… Continue reading Second Greater Manchester Police officer under criminal investigation after airport kick video

The number of children living in temporary accommodation in England has hit an all-time high of more than 150,000, according to figures from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG). The data reveals a year-on-year increase of 15% to March 2021. Temporary accommodation can include bed and breakfasts and hostels. The increase has… Continue reading England homeless 'scandal' sees 150,000 children in temporary accommodation

In Plymouth city centre, three people have been jailed for causing violent disorder. The individuals’ names are Daniel McGuire, Lucas Ormond Skeaping and Michael Williams. They were sentenced at Plymouth Crown Court after clashing with groups of protesters on Royal Parade and outside the Guildhall. McGuire and Williams were aligned with a far-right protest, while… Continue reading Three jailed over violent disorder in Plymouth city centre