In a recent legal challenge, a Muslim student attempted to overturn a ban on prayer rituals at Michaela Community School in Brent, north London, which has been known for its strict policies. The student argued that the ban uniquely affects her faith, as prayer is one of the five pillars of Islam. Lawyers representing the
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Recent research conducted by the charity Chance UK revealed that a significant number of children who are excluded from primary school do not go on to pass their GCSEs in English and Maths. By tracking various year groups and analyzing data from 3.2 million pupils in England, the study found that 97% of those who
The aftermath of the Manchester Arena bombing in May 2017 has taken a new turn as the injured survivors are now suing MI5, the UK’s security service. More than 250 people are being represented by three legal firms who have submitted action to the Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT). This legal move comes after the security
Sharon Osbourne recently found herself embroiled in a feud with Amanda Holden after making comments about Simon Cowell’s ability to maintain friendships. Osbourne, who has an illustrious career in the music industry, accused Cowell of not knowing how to keep friends during a conversation with Louis Walsh on Celebrity Big Brother. In response to Osbourne’s
Former armed forces minister James Heappey has recently advocated for the UK to provide training and support to Ukrainian forces in their conflict with Russia. This support, according to Heappey, should be focused on training and other assistance away from the frontline. In addition to this, Heappey emphasized the need for the UK to enhance
Caroline Flack’s mother has raised a significant point in suggesting that her daughter’s celebrity status may have played a role in the Metropolitan Police’s decision to charge the TV presenter with domestic abuse. This brings into question the impartiality of the legal system when dealing with high-profile individuals. The influence of fame and public perception
The tragic case of Ollie Davis, a month-old baby who died after suffering a “snapped neck”, has shocked the nation. Ollie was found lifeless in his crib in Leicester in October 2017, with numerous injuries including more than 20 broken ribs, fractures to his skull, collar bone, both arms, and the joints of all his
William Wragg, the MP for Hazel Grove, Greater Manchester, made the decision to give up the Conservative whip and will now sit as an independent MP in the Commons. This came after he shared personal numbers of other politicians as part of a honeytrap sexting scam which raised security concerns within political circles. After apologizing
Nicholas Metson, a 28-year-old man, committed a heinous crime by brutally murdering his wife, Holly Bramley, in March 2023. Metson stabbed his wife at least four times before dismembering her body into more than 200 pieces. The way he cut his wife into these separate pieces was described as “twisted and barbaric” by prosecutors, indicating
The UK’s former defense minister, James Heappey, recently expressed his concerns about the nation’s lack of preparedness for war. He highlighted how many departments declined the opportunity to participate in a “whole of government” exercise aimed at practicing evacuation procedures to a bunker in the event of war. This exercise was intended to update and