A Tory defence minister criticized national service before it was announced as an election pledge by Rishi Sunak.
If the prime minister wins, he plans to introduce a mandatory national service scheme.
The policy would require every 18-year-old to join the military or do community service one weekend a month.
However, defence minister Andrew Murrison stated there were currently “no plans” for such a scheme.
A 19-year-old man tragically died following an e-bike accident near Moorland Avenue in Bedlington, Northumberland, on the afternoon of the crash. Emergency responders were unable to save him, and police are urging witnesses to come forward as the family receives support during this difficult time. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreThe Red Arrows will perform displays this weekend at the Swanage Carnival and Old Buckenham air show, showcasing their famous Hawk T1 fast jets. After their Swanage display at 11:30 AM, they will head to Norfolk for two shows at Old Buckenham, with their first display scheduled for 5 PM on Saturday. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreEmergency services discovered a 53-year-old woman dead at her home in Thornaby, North Yorkshire, on Friday afternoon. A 25-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter and is currently in police custody as the investigation continues. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreNicola Fairley was hospitalized with botulism after receiving anti-wrinkle injections from her beautician, part of a troubling trend linked to unlicensed botox products, with 38 cases reported in the UK. The poorly regulated aesthetic industry raises concerns about safety, as many patients experience severe symptoms and complications from counterfeit substances disguised as botox. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreTaylor Kiely, 22, was convicted of manslaughter by gross negligence after her six-month-old son, Harry, died from injuries sustained when a car driven by her drunk friend rolled over. Despite being described as a loving mother, Kiely failed to secure Harry in his car seat properly, resulting in a two-year suspended sentence for her role in the tragic incident. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreA Royal Caribbean cruise worker, 35, fatally jumped overboard after stabbing a 28-year-old female colleague multiple times aboard the Icon of the Seas in the Bahamas; she is in stable condition. The ship turned back to recover the man, but despite CPR efforts, he was pronounced dead, prompting condolences from the cruise line, which is on a seven-day voyage returning to Miami. Want More Context? 🔎
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