MPs cannot claim £50 for breakfast – Full Fact

A false claim that MPs can expense £50 for breakfast is recirculating on social media.  A Facebook post says: “Not one family in Britain should have to use a food bank when a mp [sic] can claim £50 for a breakfast.” We’ve written about this claim many times before, and …

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Crown your Valentine’s Day look with royal-inspired high street jewellery: From Diana’s ring to Kate’s earrings and Meghan’s necklace

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to draw inspiration from some of the most iconic women in history – the Royal Family.  If you’re searching for a piece of jewellery that will truly impress, we’ve got you covered.  From Queen Elizabeth’s timeless elegance to Queen …

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National security – by Jonty Bloom

Each new morning brings some new joy and this morning is no different, I awoke to discover that President Trump has decided not to enforce the law on bribing foreigners. The rational, if you can dignify this disgusting behaviour with that word, is that this is good for national security. …

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CCC to launch awareness drive

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Glasgow Prestwick Airport welcomes Hong Kong Air Cargo

Glasgow Prestwick Airport is boosting its cargo operations with the arrival of Hong Kong Air Cargo (HKAC) flights from 11 February 2025. HKAC marks the first Far East airline to operate at the Scottish airport, with the first flight set to be an A330-200F carrying shipments from SHEIN, Temu and …

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