The deputy prime minister has recently been under scrutiny for his refusal to directly label Lee Anderson as “racist.” This comes after Mr. Anderson’s attack on Sadiq Khan, where he claimed that “Islamists” had taken control of the London mayor. Despite backing the decision to suspend Anderson from the Conservative Party, the deputy PM, Oliver
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The ongoing pay row between junior doctors in England and the government has once again resulted in a major disruption to patients. This time, junior doctors have embarked on a five-day strike, marking the 10th stoppage since last March. The strike is a response to what junior doctors view as a lack of a credible
The industry regulator has announced a significant £20 per month reduction in the energy price cap, providing some relief to households struggling with high energy bills. This 12% reduction, effective from 1 April, will bring the annual energy bill for a typical household paying by direct debit for gas and electricity down to £1,690 from
The recent chaos that ensued during a debate on Gaza in the UK Parliament has led to serious allegations being made against Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle. The SNP has called for transparency, urging him to come clean about any communications or meetings with the Labour leadership prior to the motion. This has raised concerns
Law enforcement officials are calling for new powers that would allow police officers to instantly disqualify drivers found under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the side of the road. This move comes as a response to the current system, where drivers charged with such offenses have to wait weeks for a sentencing hearing
The search for the Clapham chemical attack suspect Abdul Ezedi came to a tragic conclusion when a body was found in the River Thames in London. Marine police teams had been scouring the river for Ezedi, who was accused of throwing a strong alkali on his ex-partner and injuring her young daughters. The body was
A new public awareness campaign has been launched by the British Transport Police (BTP) to encourage rail passengers to report sexual offences. One victim’s testimony sheds light on the importance of reporting such incidents. Jen, a 22-year-old who chose to remain anonymous, shared her harrowing experience of being assaulted by a fellow passenger on a
The recent incident involving the newly-appointed assistant chief constable Karen Findlay has shed light on the alarming trend of online abuse faced by police officers. Metropolitan Police commissioner Sir Mark Rowley expressed his anger and disappointment at the “horrendous personal, sexist, and homophobic” comments directed at Ms. Findlay. This incident not only highlights the targeted
Melanie Leupolz, a player for Chelsea, stands out not only for her skills on the field but also for her role as a mother in women’s professional sports. As a 29-year-old German international and Olympic gold medallist, Leupolz faced criticism and questions when she decided to start a family during her prime playing years. Despite
In a shocking blow to the Conservative government, the recent by-elections in Kingswood and Wellingborough saw both constituencies turning from blue to red, with Labour securing significant victories. These losses mark a major setback for Chancellor Rishi Sunak and his party, as it is the first time a Conservative administration has suffered the most by-election