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Three Welsh Conservatives Face Legal Action for Wagering Violations A Conservative Member of the Senedd (MS), the party’s Welsh director, and a former MP are among 15 individuals who have been accused of betting offences by the Gambling Commission. An investigation has been ongoing into alleged deception in connection with bets placed on the timing… Continue reading Election betting: Three Welsh Conservatives among 15 charged

Reported casualties were identified as a tragic house explosion claimed the life of David Howard in Worksop, Nottinghamshire. The devastation occurred on Saturday evening, with authorities responding promptly to the scene on John Street. Nottinghamshire Police revealed the recovery of the 53-year-old’s body amidst the wreckage following the sudden blast, with his daughters receiving support… Continue reading Man who died in Worksop house explosion named

In Birmingham, a strike by bin workers is on the verge of an extended period as the latest pay offer from the city council was decisively turned down. Members of the Unite union and the Labour-run authority have been at odds for a month, leading to a buildup of bin bags and fly-tipped rubbish on… Continue reading Birmingham bin strike to continue as deal rejected

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In response to the recent attack by the Manchester Arena bomber Hashem Abedi on three prison officers at HMP Frankland, the government has taken the step to suspend the use of kitchens in prison separation centres, where some of the most dangerous and extremist inmates are housed. Abedi used hot oil and blades fashioned from… Continue reading Kitchen use suspended in high-security prison units after Hashem Abedi attack

Kate Whannel, a political reporter, has reported that a group of fifteen individuals, including former Conservative MP Craig Williams, have been charged with betting offences by the Gambling Commission. The charges stem from bets made on the timing of the 2024 general election, prompting an investigation launched last year. The commission stated that the focus… Continue reading Ex-MP Craig Williams charged with betting offences

Authorities in Bishopbriggs are currently looking into the possibility that two recent fire-raising attacks on homes in the area may be connected to an ongoing turf war between rival gangs. The incidents took place at Colston Drive and John Marshall Drive in the early hours of Monday morning, prompting a response from Police Scotland. Thankfully,… Continue reading Two homes set on fire in Bishopbriggs may be part of gangland feud

Catherine Moore & Abigail Taylor, reporting for BBC News NI, highlight the overwhelming pride felt in Holywood, County Down, following Rory McIlroy’s historic victory at the Masters. The town, which has always celebrated its local golfing hero, has now reached new heights of excitement after McIlroy secured the career Grand Slam alongside a select group… Continue reading Rory McIlroy's hometown is buzzing with his Holywood ending

A protester in London has been acquitted of breaking a police ban by playing music on loudspeakers during a demonstration outside Parliament. The activist, known as “Stop Brexit man”, Steve Bray, appeared in court over the incident that occurred on Parliament Square before then-Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faced questions in the House of Commons on… Continue reading 'Stop Brexit man' Steve Bray cleared over noisy protest

Engineering giant Wood Group, one of the largest companies in Scotland, has recently received a takeover bid worth £242m. The offer came from Sidara, an engineering and consultancy firm based in Dubai. Wood, headquartered in Aberdeen, stated that its board of directors would be inclined to suggest accepting the deal. Over the years, Wood Group… Continue reading Engineering giant Wood receives £242m takeover bid