The elections for local, mayoral and police and crime commissioner positions in England and Wales have come to an end. Millions of voters all across the area have taken part in this democratic process, casting their ballots to choose their representatives. Labour has emerged victorious in several key councils and regional mayoral positions across England.… Continue reading Watch: Key moments from the local elections… in 60 seconds
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Gavin and Stacey finale: What can we expect from Christmas special?
Gavin and Stacey fans have been eagerly waiting for news on when they can expect to see new episodes of their beloved show. Co-creators and stars James Corden and Ruth Jones have revealed that a final episode will air on Christmas Day, with many fans eager to know what’s in store for their favourite characters.… Continue reading Gavin and Stacey finale: What can we expect from Christmas special?
Key takeaways so far from the local elections
The latest round of local, mayoral, and police and crime commissioner elections in England and Wales have resulted in several key takeaways. Labour has gained over 140 council seats, taking control of seven councils, including key areas such as Milton Keynes and Nuneaton, a traditional bellwether seat at general elections. There is a 9% average… Continue reading Key takeaways so far from the local elections
Whaley Bridge: Two further arrests after fatal shooting in village
Police have arrested two more individuals in relation to a burglary in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire during which two men were shot. A man in his thirties has been taken into custody on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary and another man, in his late teens, has been arrested on suspicion of assisting the perpetrator. According… Continue reading Whaley Bridge: Two further arrests after fatal shooting in village
Mikey Roynon killing: Teen held for life over zombie-knife murder
A young man who used a zombie knife to fatally stab another boy during a house party has been sentenced to life detention. The teenager was found guilty of murder, while two of his friends were convicted of manslaughter. The murder occurred during an argument at a 16th birthday party in a Bath home on… Continue reading Mikey Roynon killing: Teen held for life over zombie-knife murder
Co-op Live: Barry Manilow may take show to rival Manchester arena
Technical issues continue to plague the Co-op Live arena in Manchester, leading singer Barry Manilow to book a backup venue for his upcoming concert. He also shared that his team has reserved the same date at the nearby rival venue, the AO Arena. Other artists like Take That and A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie have… Continue reading Co-op Live: Barry Manilow may take show to rival Manchester arena
Government defeated in High Court over climate plans
The UK government has lost another court battle over its failure to meet its target for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, following a successful challenge by environmental campaigners. The High Court has concluded that Energy Minister Grant Shapps signed off on the government’s climate plan without any evidence it could be achieved, prompting the need for… Continue reading Government defeated in High Court over climate plans
Bad night for Tories as Labour wins Blackpool South and makes local gains
Labour has won the Blackpool South by-election, taking the seat from the Conservatives. This comes as Sir Keir Starmer’s party has made gains in polls across England. The Tories were expected to perform poorly at local council elections and they have indeed lost around half the seats they were defending. In contrast, Labour has regained… Continue reading Bad night for Tories as Labour wins Blackpool South and makes local gains
James Corden: We've written the final Gavin and Stacey episode
A new festive episode of Gavin and Stacey will air on Christmas Day, James Corden has confirmed. Writing on Instagram, Corden revealed that he and co-creator Ruth Jones had finished writing “the last ever episode” of the much-loved comedy, which previously aired in a one-off special in 2019. The episode is expected to involve most… Continue reading James Corden: We've written the final Gavin and Stacey episode
False evidence by Post Office’s expert contradicted his own report
An ex-chief IT architect of Fujitsu, Gareth Jenkins, provided incorrect testimony regarding flaws in the Post Office IT system, contradicting a report he had written several days earlier, thus leading to the wrongful imprisonment of a pregnant postmistress, Seema Misra. The BBC obtained Jenkins’ statement to court, dated 2010, where he stated, there were “no… Continue reading False evidence by Post Office’s expert contradicted his own report