Alun Ebenezer, head teacher at Caldicot School, has garnered attention for his tough stance on discipline. Referred to as the “head from hell” by some, he recently implemented Saturday detentions as part of a zero-tolerance approach to poor behavior. Taking the reins at Caldicot School, which has faced challenges such as teacher strikes over classroom… Continue reading Caldicot head teacher Alun Ebenezer: 'We must stop mollycoddling kids'
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Kate and children show drawing skills by sharing portraits
Sean Coughlan, a royal correspondent, reported that the Princess of Wales and her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, have showcased their artistic abilities through four portraits of each other. This marks the first time that an artwork by Catherine featuring one of her children has been displayed in public, with a drawing… Continue reading Kate and children show drawing skills by sharing portraits
Holyhead: Storm-hit port set to reopen on 1 July
Stena Line and Irish Ferries have made adjustments to their operations at Holyhead port following the closure of one of the berths. Instead of the usual two berths, the ferry services are currently running from a single site. This temporary change is due to the ongoing repair work on the damaged berth. Since the partial… Continue reading Holyhead: Storm-hit port set to reopen on 1 July
Harwich friends died in Turkey quad bike crash, inquest hears
Childhood buddies tragically lost their lives in a fatal quad bike crash while on vacation, a recent inquest revealed. Cory Dove and Matthew Steward, both 26 years old, were in Fethiye, Turkey when they sustained fatal “multiple traumatic injuries” on May 13. With both friends hailing from Harwich, they passed away on the spot after… Continue reading Harwich friends died in Turkey quad bike crash, inquest hears
Fibrus broadband service after storm damage a 'complete disaster'
Following the aftermath of Storm Éowyn, there are still numerous customers left without broadband, with one individual describing the situation as a “complete disaster from beginning to end”. Davy Uprichard, a customer of broadband company Fibrus, remains one of approximately 1,500 customers who have yet to be reconnected after the storm’s damage over three weeks… Continue reading Fibrus broadband service after storm damage a 'complete disaster'
Newspaper headlines: 'Test of strength' for Starmer over Ukraine war
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to meet with President Donald Trump in Washington to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The UK leader has expressed willingness to deploy UK troops in Ukraine under the condition of a lasting peace deal with the support of a US guarantee. This move comes amid peace talks between… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Test of strength' for Starmer over Ukraine war
Early release of hundreds of prisoners to begin in Scotland
The Scottish government has initiated the early release of up to 390 prisoners as part of an effort to alleviate overcrowding in prisons. Legislation was passed last year allowing eligible inmates serving sentences of less than four years to be freed after serving 40% of their term, rather than the previously required 50%. The release… Continue reading Early release of hundreds of prisoners to begin in Scotland
'NHS dentists might disappear in two years'
A warning has been issued by a dentist who expressed concerns about the future of NHS dental services, suggesting that there may be a complete absence of NHS dentists within two years. Dr. Harj Singrao, who operates a practice in Newbridge, Caerphilly, highlighted the challenges he faces due to what he described as constrictive NHS… Continue reading 'NHS dentists might disappear in two years'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' intervention in car loans case rejected
In a significant development, Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ efforts to intervene in a high-profile case regarding contentious car loans have been thwarted by the UK’s highest court. Scheduled for April, the Supreme Court will make a crucial ruling on whether lenders were required to explicitly disclose the commission they earned from selling car loans to customers.… Continue reading Chancellor Rachel Reeves' intervention in car loans case rejected
More arrests after Christchurch man charged with murder of woman
The investigation into the disappearance of a 54-year-old woman has led to the arrest of two more individuals. A 47-year-old man, Karl Hutchings, has been charged with the murder of Julie Buckley from Christchurch, Cambridgeshire. Hutchings appeared before magistrates in Peterborough and is scheduled to appear at Cambridge Crown Court on Wednesday. Additionally, a 49-year-old… Continue reading More arrests after Christchurch man charged with murder of woman