PA: British Isles & Ireland
Thursday, 29 August 2024 22:25
Early prison release ‘rolls the dice’ on crime
The Government’s decision to release two thousand prisoners early next month to alleviate prison overcrowding has drawn significant criticism from Martin Jones, chief probation inspector. He warned that this move is fraught with risks due to…
Thursday, 29 August 2024 22:23
Cheap breakthrough for migraine sufferers?
A groundbreaking study reported by The Daily Mail reveals a potential new treatment for migraine sufferers using a cheap, readily available drug. Researchers have found that Rimegepant, a medication originally used to treat acute migraine attacks,…
Thursday, 29 August 2024 22:19
DUP leader calls for police crackdown following attack on Belfast church
An article from the Belfast Telegraph reports on a disturbing racially motivated attack on an East Belfast church. Vandals used an angle grinder to damage the church's gates, an act that has been widely condemned by…
Thursday, 22 August 2024 22:26
Immigration detention centres to re-open in removals drive
The new Labour government plans to reopen two immigration detention centres, Campsfield House and Haslar, aiming to achieve the highest rate of removals of those without the right to remain in the UK since 2018. The…
Thursday, 22 August 2024 22:21
England and Wales announce new mission to make UK a clean energy superpower
The UK prime minister and Welsh first minister have launched a joint initiative to transform Britain into a clean energy superpower. This mission focuses on significant investments in homegrown energy, which aims to stimulate economic growth,…
Thursday, 22 August 2024 22:17
Scotland: increase in drug-related deaths
Scotland has seen a concerning rise in drug-related deaths, with 1,172 fatalities recorded in 2023 - a 12% increase after two years of declines. Dr Tara Shivaji, a consultant at Public Health Scotland (PHS), highlighted that…