Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has become the first senior member of the British Royal Family in modern times to be arrested, marking a deeply striking moment. This development is made even more notable by a rare and direct statement from his brother, King Charles, who declared unequivocally, “Let me state clearly: the law must take its course,”… Continue reading An unprecedented moment for UK – and a former prince
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Jailed Gosport funeral bosses 'betrayed' trust of bereaved
This is a news report about two funeral directors, Richard Elkin and Hayley Bell, who were convicted and jailed for keeping 46 bodies in unrefrigerated conditions and other offences related to the mismanagement of their funeral business in Gosport, Hampshire. Their business was insolvent and operated unethically, leading to distress for the grieving families they… Continue reading Jailed Gosport funeral bosses 'betrayed' trust of bereaved
Porthcawl man arrested as woman's body found in freezer
A man has been taken into custody following the discovery of a deceased woman in her 80s inside a freezer. South Wales Police responded to a home in Poplar Crescent, Porthcawl, located within Bridgend county, on Tuesday afternoon after welfare concerns were reported. When officers arrived at the scene shortly after 13:45 GMT, they found… Continue reading Porthcawl man arrested as woman's body found in freezer
Why has Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor been arrested?
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was taken into custody amid suspicion of misconduct in public office. Thames Valley Police have confirmed they are investigating a complaint involving the alleged sharing of confidential documents between the former prince and Jeffrey Epstein, who was a convicted sex offender. Throughout the allegations, Mountbatten-Windsor has firmly denied any wrongdoing linked to Epstein.… Continue reading Why has Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor been arrested?
Jaywick XL bully attack trial finds Ashley Warren guilty
An amateur rapper has been found guilty of owning or controlling an XL bully dog responsible for a fatal attack on his mother-in-law, coming just two days after the breed was officially banned. The dog, named Bear, mauled 68-year-old Esther Martin to death while she was looking after the animal at Ashley Warren’s home in… Continue reading Jaywick XL bully attack trial finds Ashley Warren guilty
Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was taken into custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office, according to Thames Valley Police. The arrest of a man in his 60s occurred in Norfolk on a Thursday morning at Sandringham, with subsequent searches being conducted at residences in both Berkshire and Norfolk. The individual remains in police custody as inquiries… Continue reading Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
Passengers hurt as tram derailed in Chilwell bus crash
A tram derailed following a collision with a bus, resulting in several passengers receiving treatment for minor injuries. The incident occurred on Inham Road in Chilwell, Nottinghamshire, on Thursday morning. Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that all passengers were accounted for and that those injured were attended to at the scene. Nottingham City Transport… Continue reading Passengers hurt as tram derailed in Chilwell bus crash
One dead in stabbing after Northampton skate park altercation
A fatal stabbing incident occurred at Briar Hill Skate Park in Northampton, resulting in the death of a man and leaving a teenage boy critically injured. The emergency services responded to the scene at around 15:45 GMT on Wednesday after reports of an altercation that led to the violent attack. Northamptonshire Police have opened a… Continue reading One dead in stabbing after Northampton skate park altercation
Stormont assembly members set to see £14,000 pay rise from April
The 90 members of the Northern Ireland Assembly (MLAs) at Stormont are proposed to receive a substantial increase in their annual salary, rising by over £14,000 from April, reaching £67,200. Currently, MLAs earn £53,000 annually, which is notably less than their counterparts in Scotland and Wales. This upward adjustment is recommended by the independent remuneration… Continue reading Stormont assembly members set to see £14,000 pay rise from April
Chagossians trying to resettle on islands defy removal order
A group of Chagossians has defied a removal order issued by UK authorities after arriving on the Chagos Islands to protest a planned transfer of control of the territory to Mauritius. The four men reached a remote part of the archipelago on Monday, sailing from Sri Lanka with the intention of establishing a permanent settlement… Continue reading Chagossians trying to resettle on islands defy removal order