Dog owners have been warned they should take out comprehensive insurance as they could face a huge claim for compensation if someone gets bitten. Statistics from Royal Mail showed 2,206 dog attacked reported in the year up to March 2024 – a 15 per cent increase on the previous 12 …
Read More »Grand Designs’ Royal Marines captain who lost three limbs and whose story brought viewers to tears is selling his £1.35million home
A £1.35million home dubbed one of the most ’emotionally memorable projects’ to have featured on Grand Designs has been put on the market by a disabled ex-Royal Marine captain. Jon White, 41, lost both his legs and his right arm from the elbow in 2010 when he stepped on an …
Read More »National Security and the Labour Government
We could be seeing the beginning of a trend towards greater use of economic commitments, with the Government potentially being more willing to extract concessions from foreign investors as a price for investing in UK businesses. By requiring foreign investors to make substantial economic commitments, potentially involving job guarantees, continued …
Read More »King Charles’ ex sparks fears she’ll dish the dirt on ‘special person’ in new autobiography
Susan George, known for her role in the violent 1971 Sam Peckinpah film ‘Straw Dogs’, is stirring speculation with the forthcoming release of her autobiography, provisionally titled ‘I Can Do Better’. King Charles’ ex-flame is said to be prompting concerns that she will reveal details about their past relationship. The …
Read More »Royal Mail van ‘hit by E-bike rider’ in Swindon crash
The crash took place shortly before 1pm on February 6 after a female rider was reportedly spotted riding around the playfield at the end of Truscott Avenue. She is then believed to have travelled at speed down the footpath towards the T-junction before allegedly colliding with a Royal Mail van. …
Read More »War memorial work by college apprentice celebrated
AWARD: Peter Harper with the war memorial. A BARNSLEY College apprentice has been recognised for his work in restoring and relocating a local war memorial. Peter Harper, who is currently undertaking a level four corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioner higher apprenticeship, coordinated the project with the support of other local …
Read More »Woman, 35, who spent 18 months living in hospital bed is arrested and evicted
Jessie, 35, who uses a wheelchair and needs help with all her personal care, was first admitted to Northampton General Hospital in April 2023 Hospital ward stock image (Image: Jeff Moore/PA Wire) A woman who was forced to live in a hospital bed for 18 months has been arrested and …
Read More »Symonds thrilled to see Royale Margaux make her mark
The seven-year-old is a half-sister to the Grade One winner Royale Pagaille, but since joining the yard from France in January 2023, she had been winless in 14 runs. Royale Margaux was in the process of running a career best in the Listed event at Warwick and when You Wear …
Read More »Man charged in connection with serious Swindon assault
Matthew McKechnie, 39, of no fixed abode, has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent. He appeared in Swindon Magistrates’ Court on 7 February and was bailed to appear at Swindon Crown Court on 7 March for a plea hearing. The charge is in connection with an incident in …
Read More »Dog owners issued insurance warning as naughty pets could lead to huge bills
The number of dog attacks on postal workers has soared in the past year, with 2,206 incidents reported in the year up to March 2024 The Royal Mail has issued a set of tips to help protect their postal workers ( Image: Getty Images) Dog owners are being urged to …
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