The chief executive of the Countess of Chester Hospital, Jane Tomkinson, has told the public inquiry into baby murders carried out by former neonatal nurse Lucy Letby that significant changes have been implemented at the hospital, with the case now being handled differently. Ms Tomkinson expressed her sorrow on behalf of the hospital to the… Continue reading Lucy Letby: Significant changes made at Countess of Chester Hospital, says CEO
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Royal Oldham Hospital: Attempted murder charge after nurse stabbed
A man has been accused of attempted murder following a stabbing incident of a woman, a nurse at an acute medical unit in Royal Oldham Hospital on Saturday, resulting in life-changing injuries to the victim. The accused, Rumon Haque, has also been charged with the possession of a blade. The police in Greater Manchester have… Continue reading Royal Oldham Hospital: Attempted murder charge after nurse stabbed
Starmer has 'full confidence' in chancellor as pound falls
The UK is facing criticism over the falling pound and rising government borrowing costs. The currency fell to $1.21 on Monday, its lowest level since November 2023, while one measure of the rate at which the UK government can borrow money hit its highest level since 2008. Borrowing costs are rising for many countries across… Continue reading Starmer has 'full confidence' in chancellor as pound falls
Tributes pour in as 2018 Leicester City helicopter crash inquest begins
An inquest into the helicopter crash that killed five people outside of the King Power Stadium in Leicester City in 2018 has started. The victims of the crash were Foxes chairman Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, pilot Eric Swaffer, his partner Izabela Roza Lechowicz and passengers Kaveporn Punpare and Nusara Suknamai. Their deaths will be investigated by a… Continue reading Tributes pour in as 2018 Leicester City helicopter crash inquest begins
Dad 'devastated' by six-month-old's Tenby car park death
The family of a six-month-old girl who died in a car accident at a multi-storey car park during their holiday in Tenby, Pembrokeshire, is “devastated” by her death, said her father. Alex Kelemen, 27, his wife Betty, 26, and their daughter Sophia, had packed their bags and were preparing to go home when the accident… Continue reading Dad 'devastated' by six-month-old's Tenby car park death
Thomas Taylor: Four teens in court over Bedford bus station murder
The murder of a 17-year-old boy has resulted in four teenagers being charged and facing a hearing. Thomas Taylor, the victim, was fatally stabbed near a bus station by a group of males while walking near Greenhill Street; Bedfordshire Police listed the time of the attack as 17:50 GMT on Wednesday. Two 18-year-old teenagers, Ahmed… Continue reading Thomas Taylor: Four teens in court over Bedford bus station murder
Bispham: Abusive man cleared of partner's manslaughter
A man has been found guilty of assault and coercive and controlling behaviour towards his late partner, but cleared of her manslaughter. Kiena Dawes, a 23-year-old hairdresser based in Fleetwood, Lancashire, died by suicide in July 2022 after suffering two years of violence and abuse at the hands of Ryan Wellings, a 30-year-old landscape gardener… Continue reading Bispham: Abusive man cleared of partner's manslaughter
Daniel Khalife: Second man charged with helping prison escapee
Another suspect, Adeel Khan, has been charged with helping former soldier Daniel Khalife evade his prison sentence. Khalife, 23, was convicted for spying for Iran, sentencing him to a term in Wandsworth Prison. After pleading guilty to escaping the London facility, Khalife strapped himself onto a food delivery van and fled. A four-day search successfully… Continue reading Daniel Khalife: Second man charged with helping prison escapee
‘I feel blessed to get Wegovy weight-loss jab’ – but can the NHS afford it for all?
Ray, from south London, was one of the first patients to receive Wegovy, a weight-loss jab, on the NHS last year. He has lost 14kg in five months and struggles with his weight. Despite the benefits, the NHS spending watchdog NICE has ruled that each patient can only receive Wegovy for two years. Additionally, only… Continue reading ‘I feel blessed to get Wegovy weight-loss jab’ – but can the NHS afford it for all?
Molly-Mae's TV show and One Direction: This is Us: New entertainment releases this week
A new TV series starring known influencer Molly-Mae Hague, titled “Molly-Mae: Behind It All,” is coming out on 17 January. The series will follow Molly-Mae’s personal and professional life and promises to provide fans never-before-seen glimpses of her life behind the vlogs. The series will air on Amazon Prime Video and will be closely managed… Continue reading Molly-Mae's TV show and One Direction: This is Us: New entertainment releases this week