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There were warnings from senior election officials as early as last year that the electoral system would be unable to cope with increasing demand for postal voting. In a review of the May 2023 local elections, the  Association of Electoral Administrators, which represents returning officers, who are responsible for making …

Speaking to Radio 4’s Today Programme Mr Highcock added: “I think the first thing we have to say is that the logistical timetable that we have to operate to, for any UK election, is already very tight. That’s been exacerbated in Scotland at this time, as many families have planned …

A spokesman for the organisation said: “Sadly, media and celebrity culture drives demand for a particularly exaggerated look in flat-faced dogs, which can lead to serious health issues such as difficulties breathing.” “Responsible breeders that prioritise health and use tools such as our breathing assessment – the Respiratory Function Grading …

The Scottish school holidays fall earlier than in the rest of the United Kingdom. Malcolm Burr, the convener of the Electoral Management Board for Scotland, called for a “major review” of the postal vote system after the election. “There have been and remain issues with both suppliers and with Royal …

Royal Mail confirmed it was aware of the incident and said it was investigating. A spokesman said: “We take our role in elections very seriously, and will investigate any incident or allegation of election material being defaced. “We are aware of the video, and are conducting immediate enquiries. It’s our …

A former Royal Marine who was awarded the George Cross for bravery in Afghanistan and falsely held in Dubai on spying charges has said he is “relieved” to have returned home to the UK. L/Cpl  Matthew Croucher, 40, was arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last November for “accessing …

Ms Fargin said the group was travelling in single file, with Ms Bater bringing up the rear. “They were making their way on the road when they came towards the Royal Mail van,” she said. “This van had been parked on that carriageway and Mr Wallace had got out to …

As embarrassing as dad dancing can be, Prince William’s uninhibited performance at Taylor Swift’s first Wembley concert was as enthusiastic as it was vigorous. As soon as the pop star’s hit song Shake it Off began on Friday evening, the Prince of Wales was on his feet cavorting with arms …

More than 20 investigations are ongoing into solicitors and law firms that worked for the Post Office in cases linked to the Horizon IT scandal, the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has said. The SRA is investigating the strategy and conduct used by Post Office or Royal Mail Group solicitors during …

Spectris plc (SXS: LSE) (“Spectris” or the “Company”), the expert in providing insight through precision measurement, today announces changes to its Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Derek Harding to be appointed as President, Spectris Scientific and Angela Noon to join as Chief Financial Officer Derek Harding to be appointed …