Newly published legal advice is creating a row over the independence of an independent inquiry.
Month: October 2024
I am on edge, says woman made homeless aged 75
A 75-year-old from Romford finds herself feeling trapped by London’s housing crisis.
Ancient oak named after a band is UK Tree of the Year
The Skipinnish Oak in Lochaber is thought to be at least 1,000 years old.
Pilot cleared of abducting girl, 9, outside Harrods
Robert Prussak was also found not guilty of drugging and sexually assaulting the girl.
Medic jailed for hammer attack on boss over rota
Ambulance worker Stacey Smith later texted a friend, admitting “I’ve smashed her head in”.
Reeves’ big Budget will set agenda for years to come
Rachel Reeves’s historic first Budget will set the agenda for the Labour government for years to come.
Chancellor sets out new funding for extra NHS appointments
The government says it will invest £1.57bn in new equipment and buildings, in a bid to increase appointments.
Fights prompt enhanced stop and search powers
The powers will remain in place for 24 hours after three men were injured in two separate attacks.
Muslim footballer stopped from playing in joggers
Ismail Iqra was told by a London grassroots football team she could not play unless she wore shorts.
Minimum wage to rise to £12.21 an hour next year
The National Living Wage will rise by 77p from £11.44 per hour for workers over the age of 21.
