The illegal makeshift plants cause serious health problems and huge environmental damage.
Month: March 2025
How an iPad dug up from the Thames solved museum thieves’ murder plot
Police were able to use the iPad as key evidence in a trial of three men who plotted to murder a cage fighter.
First place in British Isles approves right to die
The Assisted Dying Bill 2023 passes through Tynwald’s branches and can be sent for Royal Assent.
Glowing spiral in UK sky believed to be caused by SpaceX launch
The shape is thought to be the result of leftover fuel released into space as the Falcon 9 rocket returned to Earth.
UK draws up new disease-threat watch list
Some are viruses with global pandemic potential – like Covid – others infectious illnesses with no treatments.
Pizza Hut workers accuse franchisee of docking wages
The Glenshire Group altered old timesheets and stopped petrol money, a grievance seen exclusively by the BBC claims.
Morrisons to close 52 cafes and 17 convenience stores
The closures are expected to take place over the next few months, leaving hundreds of jobs at risk.
Government can be more efficient, says Keir Starmer
The prime minister says he wants to see government departments become more efficient by using AI and technology.
Heathrow closure deeply concerning, says PM
Sir Keir Starmer says he is ‘deeply concerned’ about the closure of Heathrow Airport as a result of a power cut caused by a fire […]
Doctors and charities call for gonorrhoea vaccine roll-out
The JCVI recommended the use of the MenB vaccine in November 2023 but has not been used in NHS clinics