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An independent review has found three “critical opportunities” to save six-year-old Arthur Labinjo-Hughes were missed by authorities, according to Solihull Council. Arthur was tortured and killed by his father and stepmother in 2020. A photo depicting injuries consistent with actual bodily harm was received by the police and could have led to Arthur being “removed… Continue reading Arthur Labinjo-Hughes: Intervention 'might have prevented murder'

A man who refused to pay a parking ticket because it was issued in English has lost his case against a parking company. Toni Schiavone appeared in court for a fourth time after declining to pay a parking charge notice by private company One Parking Solution (OPS). Mr Schiavone said it would have cost about… Continue reading Llangrannog: Welsh language battle over parking ticket lost

Amidst opposition from Conservative MPs, the government has softened planned police powers concerning “nuisance” rough sleepers. A revision to the Criminal Justice Bill means that forces in England and Wales can no longer order the displacement of rough sleepers due to “smells.” Furthermore, services providing support need to be made known to these individuals before… Continue reading Powers to move rough sleepers over 'smells' dropped after Tory opposition

Claims have been made that staff are bringing drugs into Bridgend’s HMP Parc, which has seen nine prisoner deaths in the last two months, says Conservative MP Stephen Crabb. Speaking in the House of Commons, Crabb relayed evidence to MPs from a prisoner at the privately run prison who alleged drugs were “everywhere” at HMP… Continue reading Bridgend: HMP Parc prison staff alleged to be taking in drugs

A judge has made a ruling stating that significant portions of the UK government’s Illegal Migration Act are in breach of human rights laws in Northern Ireland. Mr Justice Humphreys said several elements of the act, designed to enable the UK government to detain and deport asylum seekers that it regards as having arrived illegally… Continue reading Illegal Migration Act: Parts should not apply in NI, judge rules

A tragic accident outside Dumfries in Scotland has resulted in the death of three 16-year-old boys. On March 15, 2022, Jake Loy, who was 17 at the time and driving a Honda with provisional licensing, crashed into another vehicle on the A711 Dumfries to Dalbeattie Road. Loy was reported to have been driving with his… Continue reading Teenager admits killing three friends in crash near Dumfries

A man made a unique proposal to his partner with the assistance of fellow lifeboat volunteers. The couple was taking a stroll along Burnham-on-Sea’s beach on Sunday when a boat emerged on the waves with the message, “Marry me, Kelly?”. Lyndon, who had been in a relationship with his partner for more than two decades,… Continue reading Man surprises partner with lifeboat proposal

Following his diagnosis with skin cancer in his lung, senior Labour MP Sir Chris Bryant has revealed that he has begun undergoing immunotherapy and maintains hope that he can be “completely cancer free” in the coming years. Bryant, who had previously been treated for melanoma on his head, praised the early detection of his lung… Continue reading Labour MP Chris Bryant treated for skin cancer found in lung

Three men have been charged under the National Security Act for allegedly aiding the Hong Kong intelligence service and foreign intervention. The suspects will appear in court later today at the Westminster Magistrates’ Court in custody. The National Security Act was put into place to stop such interference in Hong Kong by foreign forces. This… Continue reading Three charged with aiding Hong Kong intelligence service

The latest updates from BBC Wales News can now be accessed via WhatsApp. The company has announced the launch of a new WhatsApp channel that provides notifications about significant events that happen all over Wales. With just a click, you can get notified about the breaking stories, and stay on top of the news. To… Continue reading How to get latest BBC Wales News updates on WhatsApp