Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Ofcom is ramping up hiring for its online safety workforce as concerns rise that the regulator lacks sufficient powers to curb the kinds of misinformation that sparked recent violent unrest …
Read More »Why do the videos of the Sussexes’ faux royal tour to Columbia not have sound?
Normally royal walkabouts are a jolly affair involving handshaking, bouquet-giving and, above all, pleasantry-exchanging. Since the late Queen first decided to meet crowds rather than wave from a passing car, they have become part of our nation’s fabric. But Harry and Meghan do things differently. As their Colombia sojourn demonstrated, …
Read More »Plymouth bridge to be demolished as major changes announced
A landmark Plymouth bridge is set to be demolished as major changes to the road network are announced in the city. The ‘seagull’ railway structure on Embankment Road – which has caught out lorries in the past – is being removed in an effort to make the route safer after …
Read More »Thaksin to receive certificate of innocence following his release under royal pardon
Thaksin was among tens of thousands of prisoners granted pardons on Sunday (Aug 18), celebrating His Majesty the King’s 72nd birthday on July 28 while his one-year jail sentence, initially set to end on August 31, has been nullified. The Department of Corrections (DOC) has announced that former Prime Minister …
Read More »Parcel Delivery Spotlight UK August 2024: Distribution & Logistics Industry – Marine/ Shipping – Transport
Finally, Shippers Have the Upper Hand! While delivery volume has slowed since the dramatic increases seen during COVID-19, consumers continue to expect high-quality courier services with increased customer contact and control. Though higher than pre-pandemic levels, volume has slowed since 2021 with a fall in online demand, consumers expect a …
Read More »King Charles shares a sweet moment with the Royal Regiment’s cheeky mascot who used to eat the late Queen’s flowers as he arrives at Balmoral
King Charles looked dashing today in a traditional kilt as he arrived in Scotland in preparation to take up residence at Balmoral Castle. Upon arriving at Balmoral in Aberdeenshire on Monday, the King paused to inspect the Balaklava Company, 5th Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland as well as their …
Read More »Glasgow Lidl worker guilty in scam that duped OAP out of £316k in gold bullions
A Glasgow supermarket worker has been convicted of his involvement in a £316,000 gold bullion scam. Michael Sajid was sent a package after an 84 year-old woman was allegedly duped into posting it. But, the 38-year-old told police he had nothing to do with any gold – and that he …
Read More »Drivers urged to legally get car tax reduced from £190 to £0
Drivers may see car taxes slashed by half under DVLA incentives. According to official documents, drivers can receive up to 50 per cent off car taxes if they receive certain benefits from the Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ). The DWP will give drivers who are eligible support …
Read More »Guernsey could lose its daily mail plane, just as Jersey did last summer
After scrapping Jersey’s daily mail plane last August, Royal Mail says it will withdraw funding of Guernsey’s service in April 2025. Deliveries now come to Jersey by ferry, meaning a two-day service for post to and from the UK. When the Royal Mail scrapped the daily flights last August, it …
Read More »Royal Mail pulls funding for daily mail plane in Guernsey
“Following the results of a consultation with stakeholders last year, Royal Mail will end deliveries to Guernsey by aircraft,” the spokesperson said. “Instead, deliveries to the island will use pre-existing ferries resulting in a two-day service. “It will reduce costs and reflects our commitment to decreasing our reliance on flights …
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