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Mark Harries, a farmer in Wales, whose father was killed by a bull during bovine TB testing, has criticized the Welsh government’s farming proposals, calling them “not a step forward” in their eradication of the disease. Harries said the government does not understand the devastating impact of the disease, and suggested that a cull of… Continue reading Farmer protests: Son of killed farmer on TB devastation

The UK’s independent immigration watchdog, David Neal, has published a number of reports that were withheld by the government for nine months. Among the findings, Neal called UK border protection “neither effective nor efficient”, and e-passport gates at airports were staffed by “distracted” officers who lacked basic equipment. The reports said that resources were inconsistently… Continue reading Airport borders not working properly, sacked immigration watchdog found

The UK production of Slave Play has drawn criticism from Downing Street for planning to hold “Black Out” performances to host only black audiences. The Noel Coward Theatre in the West End will feature two such performances of the controversial play that explores themes of race, identity, and sexuality, written by US playwright Jeremy O… Continue reading Slave Play: No 10 criticises black-only audiences

The UK government’s plan to double the legal maximum power of e-bikes has raised concerns about battery fires and injuries. The Department for Transport is currently consulting on proposals to increase the maximum power from 250 watts to 500 watts in England, Scotland, and Wales. It also wants to permit e-bikes that don’t require pedalling… Continue reading Plan to double power of e-bikes sparks fire fears

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During a visit to a synagogue, Prince William spoke out against the recent increase in antisemitism. The Prince of Wales, visiting young people and students in London, was informed about the rise in antisemitism since the 7th of October Hamas attacks, along with Israel’s retaliatory military campaign in Gaza. Prince William condemned the current trend… Continue reading Prince William condemns rise in antisemitism during synagogue visit

Connor Chapman, the individual behind the murder of Elle Edwards outside a pub in Wirral, has lost his appeal against the length of his prison sentence. Chapman, who was part of a gang feud, had opened fire with a Skorpion sub-machine gun towards the entrance of the Lighthouse Pub in Wallasey Village on Christmas Eve… Continue reading Elle Edwards murder: Connor Chapman has sentence appeal rejected

Amid safety concerns, hundreds of residents in Aberdeen are being relocated from their council houses due to potentially dangerous concrete panels. The reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) was discovered in thousands of council homes and was found in about 500 properties in the Balnagask area alone, including 364 council homes. The RAAC material has a… Continue reading Hundreds to leave homes in Aberdeen over RAAC fears

Parliament’s standards watchdog has launched an investigation into Michael Gove, who is the Housing Secretary. The reason for this probe is related to his register of financial interests. Although the Standards Commissioner’s website has information about this investigation, there are no further details available to the public at this time. It is standard procedure to… Continue reading Michael Gove investigated by Commons standards watchdog