12 h. ago The 'secretive' fast track court system prosecuting hundreds for innocent mistakes: Campaigners urge reform of Single Justice Procedure after dementia

The Single Justice Procedure (SPJ) allows UK public authorities to bring quick prosecutions in hearings conducted behind closed doors.

Society

67 h. ago Urgent warning over cannabis as UK's top psychiatrist warns it isn't safe for young brains still developing

It may seem like a relatively harmless right of passage. But cannabis isn't safe for young brains still developing, the UK's top psychiatrist has warned.

Events

3 d. ago Urgent recall for popular Henry vacuum cleaners over electric shock risk'

Thousands  of Henry vacuum customers have been urged to 'stop using the product immediately' amid an urgent recall due to 'electric shock risk'.

Events

4 d. ago Pensioner living in care home with dementia convicted in fast

The pensioner’s conviction is the latest scandal to emerge from the controversial Single Justice Procedure

Politics

5 d. ago New WASPI update on calls for State Pension age compensation for millions of women

Dozens of MPs have urged DWP ministers to meet with WASPI campaigners ahead of a legal challenge.

Economics

6 d. ago Ditch green zealotry and cut people's energy bills instead, Ed Miliband is urged by Blair's think

The Energy Secretary should prioritise making power cheaper or risk losing the argument on net zero, it warns.

Science

6 d. ago London Heathrow’s third runway moves one step closer to opening under £29billion masterplan

THE UK's busiest airport has moved one step closer to opening their third runway under the Government's mega £29billion expansion plans. The major new upgrade is set to be operational in the next 10 years. The Transport secretary Heidi Alexander has launched a process to fast-track the new third runway at Heathrow. Heidi introduced the promised review of the...

Economics

8 d. ago Ministry of Justice convicted of a crime in controversial fast

The Ministry of Justice is now seeking to overturn its conviction

Events

1 week ago Energy debt owed by UK households to hit 'shocking' £5bn milestone by Christmas

Campaigners are calling for urgent action amid warnings that the amount owed by energy customers will leap by £600million in the space of six month

Economics

1 week ago Hamburg man charged with murder over US teen’s livestreamed death

German authorities issue 204 charges against 21-year-old suspect, alleged to be part of wider network of abusersA man accused of luring children worldwide into a sadistic online abuse network has been charged by German prosecutors with hundreds of crimes, including murder, for the livestreamed death of a 13-year-old American.Using the pseudonym “White Tiger”, the 21-year-old man from Hamburg is alleged to have victimised more than 30 children with online sexual abuse, manipulation and exploitation as a part of a virtual network of abusers known as “764”. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago Kevin Muscat and Neil McCann hold secret Rangers agreement that could fast track Ibrox hero into dugout

Muscat wanted McCann as his No.2 when he was in the frame two years ago and they could bring that team-up back to life

Politics

2 w. ago Australia rolls out ‘for the good of our kids’ ad campaign ahead of teen social media ban

‘For the good of’ campaign urges parents to discuss upcoming ban

Politics

2 w. ago Nigel Farage condemns 'cretins' running the economy as he vows to create second Thatcherite 'Big Bang'

The Reform UK leader singled out Gordon Brown for criticism for selling off gold reserves too cheaply and imposing too much red tape.

Politics

2 w. ago Nigel Farage condemns 'cretins' running the economy as he vows to create second Thatcherite 'Bing Bang'

The Reform UK leader singled out Gordon Brown for criticism for selling off gold reserves too cheaply and imposing too much red tape.

Politics

2 w. ago Alan Shearer and Michael Caine back calls for smacking ban in England

Campaigners will deliver a letter to Downing Street on Tuesday, urging Keir Starmer to act as the existing law 'sends a dangerous message that striking a child can be excused'

Politics

2 w. ago Tube passengers urged to 'befriend' people being harassed in new TfL campaign | ITV News

Tube passengers urged to 'befriend' people being harassed in new TfL campaign | ITV News  ITVX

Events

2 w. ago Urgent warning to millions of Microsoft customers as support for Windows 10 ends TOMORROW

As of tomorrow, Microsoft will officially end support for the Windows 10 operating system - potentially putting millions of customers at risk of being hacked.

Events

3 w. ago Andy Robertson urges Scotland to build on ‘good start’ to World Cup campaign

Scotland took four points from away qualifiers against Denmark and Belarus last month.

Politics

3 w. ago New plan for 'pension tax lock' as people rush to withdraw lump sum amid Rachel Reeves change fear

A new campaign is urging the Chancellor to introduce a Pension Tax Lock to help protect retirement savings and incentives

Economics

3 w. ago Campaigners urge MPs not to cave in to 'Beijing bullies' as China turns off water taps for British diplomats in bid to force UK government to approve London 'mega

The ploy is said to be the latest tactic by President Xi Jinping to ensure he gets approval for his plans to build a complex at Royal Mint Court in the City.

Politics