A former primary school worker has been accused of possessing indecent images of children, including pupils, for the past 18 months without knowledge of whether they will be charged. The delay in charging this person has been described as “completely inexcusable” by Lord Ken Macdonald. Buckinghamshire Council has suspended the suspect, but they were not… Continue reading Delay in school indecent images case is 'inexcusable', says former prosecution chief
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Energy firms holding £8.1bn of customers' money
New figures from Ofgem show that energy firms in the UK held over £8.1 billion in overpayments at the beginning of 2023. Many households make set monthly payments, accumulating credit in the summer to cover higher winter bills. Companies are legally able to hold those overpayments. However, MP Angus MacNeil has accused them of holding… Continue reading Energy firms holding £8.1bn of customers' money
Jimmy Savile: Steve Coogan on playing paedophile TV presenter in The Reckoning
Steve Coogan stars in a new TV drama that portrays one of the most notorious paedophiles in British criminal history – Jimmy Savile. The presenter and radio DJ had a successful career over several decades, and at the time was known for his eccentric personality and charitable fundraising. However, following his death, the full extent… Continue reading Jimmy Savile: Steve Coogan on playing paedophile TV presenter in The Reckoning
Kanye West spotted in 'prized' Belfast school jumper
Kanye West has been spotted wearing a jumper bearing the crest of St Mary’s Christian Brothers Grammar School in west Belfast. The school principal, Siobhan Kelly, confirmed that only 35 of the jumpers were made for the school’s appearance in the final of the McLarnon Cup in 2008. The sweater is a prized possession, according… Continue reading Kanye West spotted in 'prized' Belfast school jumper
HS2: What has been built so far?
HS2 is one of the most expensive rail projects in the world, and has been under construction for more than three years, although no trains are expected to run on it until at least 2029. Despite the recent announcement that the northern legs of the rail link have been scrapped, work across a vast swathe… Continue reading HS2: What has been built so far?
Newspaper headlines: Alleged plot 'to kill Holly' and Labour's new homes pledge
The Daily Express puts the spotlight on an alleged “hitman plot” to kill This Morning presenter Holly Willoughby. Gavin Plumb, a security guard from Harlow, Essex, has been accused and appeared in court for soliciting to commit murder. The paper features his image next to Willoughby’s picture. The Daily Mirror reports that Plumb was in… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: Alleged plot 'to kill Holly' and Labour's new homes pledge
ADHD medication: Supply issue leaves man without pills
Simon Hawkins, a father of three from Caerphilly, has been left without his medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) for over two weeks, and called the situation unnerving. Hawkins was diagnosed with ADHD in January 2023 after experiencing issues with concentration and memory. He was prescribed 70mg of a medication called Elvanse – the… Continue reading ADHD medication: Supply issue leaves man without pills
Tourists using sat-nav jam car in narrow Tenby footpath
Two American tourists found themselves in an unfortunate situation when they followed their sat-nav down a narrow footpath in Tenby, Wales. The driver managed to wedge the brand new Nissan Juke between two walls near the RNLI station, and ultimately abandoned the vehicle while blaming their sat-nav. The tourists were attempting to reach St Catherine’s… Continue reading Tourists using sat-nav jam car in narrow Tenby footpath
Scarborough road resurfaced around parked car
A parked car caused a delay to resurfacing work in Scarborough after the owner ignored signs warning of the impending construction. Michael Curtis, a local resident, shared photos of workers attempting to resurface New Queen Street despite the presence of a silver Corsa. Curtis considered it “silly” that the council failed to remove the car.… Continue reading Scarborough road resurfaced around parked car
Rutherglen and Hamilton West: 'A lot of SNP voters lost a little faith'
As votes were counted, the spotlight was on Rutherglen and Hamilton West during the recent by-election. With a 20% swing, Labour celebrated their “seismic” victory, electing Michael Shanks as their new MP. Meanwhile, the SNP were left to regroup after losing the seat. Despite feelings of disappointment among some voters, many were not surprised by… Continue reading Rutherglen and Hamilton West: 'A lot of SNP voters lost a little faith'