Political reporter Kate Whannel has reported that Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood has raised concerns over the Sentencing Council’s new guidance on imprisonment decisions. The upcoming changes in England and Wales would consider an offender’s ethnicity or faith more prominently when determining whether to incarcerate them. While ministers lack the authority to overturn this guidance, Mahmood… Continue reading Shabana Mahmood threatens law change after 'two-tier' row
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Barry Island: Dog dies after being attacked on beach
A tragic incident occurred at Barry Island beach, leaving dog owner Josie Smith devastated. While walking her three dachshunds – Frank, Pancake, and Ralph – the peaceful outing turned into a nightmare when a black Staffordshire bull terrier attacked Frank. Despite desperate efforts to free Frank from the aggressive dog’s grip, he suffered severe injuries… Continue reading Barry Island: Dog dies after being attacked on beach
Slieve League: Man and woman found guilty of murdering Robert Wilkin
BBC News NI Dublin Reporter Kevin Sharkey Two individuals have been convicted of the murder of a 66-year-old man who was thrown over cliffs along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way while still alive or already deceased. Alan Vial, 39, from Drumanoo Head, Killybegs, County Donegal, and Nikita Burns, 23, from An Charraig, County Donegal, denied the… Continue reading Slieve League: Man and woman found guilty of murdering Robert Wilkin
Girl killed by car on Kendal pitch was 'force of nature'
The tragic death of 10-year-old Poppy Atkinson, who was fatally struck by a car while playing football at Kendal Rugby Club in Cumbria, has left her family devastated. Described as a “force of nature” by her loved ones, Poppy had dreams of becoming a professional footballer and playing for Manchester United. Her family considered her… Continue reading Girl killed by car on Kendal pitch was 'force of nature'
Essex Police cleared in Allison Pearson case
In the aftermath of a hate crime investigation surrounding a social media post by Daily Telegraph journalist Allison Pearson, the Essex Police have been deemed to have “acted reasonably,” according to a report released by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC). The investigation, which gained attention after Pearson expressed feeling “bullied and threatened” when officers… Continue reading Essex Police cleared in Allison Pearson case
Boy, 15, dies after being found seriously injured on Glasgow street
In the west end of Glasgow, a tragic incident unfolded as a teenage boy was discovered seriously injured on Clarendon Street. The emergency services responded to the scene at approximately 22:30 on Wednesday, where the 15-year-old boy was sadly pronounced dead. Police Scotland has deemed the death as suspicious, prompting ongoing investigations into the circumstances… Continue reading Boy, 15, dies after being found seriously injured on Glasgow street
Holyhead port was damaged before Storm Darragh peaked, says Stena
Two incidents that occurred in December led to the closure of Holyhead port for over a month, according to a briefing provided by Ian Davies from Stena Line ports to a Senedd committee. The damage was caused by two ferries in contact with the berthing terminals on the 6th and 7th of December, before Storm… Continue reading Holyhead port was damaged before Storm Darragh peaked, says Stena
Worst performing railway stations named and shamed for first time
A new initiative will see train cancellation and delay data prominently displayed at over 1,700 railway stations in England starting this week. The information will be updated every 28 days, providing statistics for the most recent month to increase transparency and hold operators accountable. Large digital display boards will showcase performance information, while smaller stations… Continue reading Worst performing railway stations named and shamed for first time
Sabrina Carpenter performance and Charli XCX dress spark 825 Ofcom complaints
The recent Brit Awards ceremony has sparked a flurry of complaints, with a total of 825 lodged to media regulator Ofcom. The complaints primarily centered around Sabrina Carpenter’s performance at the pre-watershed event and Charli XCX’s choice of attire. Carpenter, a US singer, kicked off the awards show at The O2 in London with a… Continue reading Sabrina Carpenter performance and Charli XCX dress spark 825 Ofcom complaints
Castledawson: Girl, 11, dies after being struck by car after exiting schoolbus
Tragedy struck in County Londonderry as a 12-year-old girl lost her life in a devastating crash. The young girl, who was on the brink of celebrating her 13th birthday next month, was struck by a car after disembarking from a school bus on Hillhead Road in Castledawson around 16:00 GMT on Wednesday, according to authorities.… Continue reading Castledawson: Girl, 11, dies after being struck by car after exiting schoolbus