The recent announcement by Michael Gove, naming two far-right organisations and three Islamist groups as extremist, has caused quite a stir within the targeted groups. One of the organisations, CAGE International, has expressed defiance in the face of this new definition. Despite the threat of being banned from meeting ministers or receiving public funding, Cerie
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The recent investigation conducted by Sky News and Independent Patient 11 podcast has revealed a disturbing trend of sexual abuse complaints within mental health inpatient wards in England. The investigation uncovered nearly 20,000 new cases of sexual abuse, harassment, and rape, involving both patients and staff, across more than 30 mental health trusts since 2019.
The UK economy saw a glimmer of hope in January, as official figures reported a 0.2% rise in gross domestic product (GDP). This growth comes after a recent recession declaration due to negative economic growth in two consecutive three-month periods. While the overall three-month GDP showed a decline of 0.1% up to January, the monthly
The controversial social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan were arrested in Romania on Monday night. The arrest was made in connection to allegations of sexual aggression that date back to between 2012 and 2015. The brothers were detained under an European arrest warrant issued by Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London, with an
Esther Ghey, a grieving mother who tragically lost her daughter Brianna to a senseless act of violence, has embarked on a remarkable journey towards forgiveness and healing. Despite the devastating loss she has suffered, Esther has chosen to meet with the family of the girl responsible for her daughter’s murder, showing an incredible level of
The recent release of the first official photograph of the Princess of Wales following her abdominal surgery has sparked public interest and admiration. The image, captured in Windsor by the Prince of Wales, shows Kate with her children, displaying a warm and loving moment. However, there are certain details within the photo that have been
The tragic story of Laura Sugden and Shane Gilmer, who were victims of a horrific crossbow attack by their neighbour in 2018, has brought to light the need for stricter regulations on crossbows in the UK. Laura, who survived the attack along with their unborn daughter, has been tirelessly campaigning for changes in the law
The UK is facing a significant challenge in funding its military equipment procurement due to a record funding gap. A recent report by a group of MPs has highlighted that there is no “credible” plan to acquire all the necessary weapons after a sharp increase in the cost of the nuclear deterrent. Inflation and a
The accuser of Red Bull boss Christian Horner has been suspended following an investigation into a claim of inappropriate behavior against the Formula 1 team principal. This suspension came as a result of Red Bull GmbH’s inquiry into the allegations. The accuser, a female employee, has been suspended on full pay, while Horner, who has
The issue of delayed rape trials in England and Wales has reached a critical point, with nearly 200 “very old” cases expected to be brought to trial by the end of July. These cases, which have been pending in crown courts since 2021, involve a mix of retrials and allegations of child victims. The senior