Nicola Sturgeon Cleared Of Wrongdoing In SNP Police Probe

Figures in No 10 are expressing concerns that the Office for Budget Responsibility’s (OBR) twice-yearly reports undermine Rachel Reeves’ plan to abolish the spring statement. Previously, Labour had pledged to uphold the OBR as a vital institution, but after a challenging spring statement, there is growing skepticism within the party about its role. While Labour MPs are voicing discontent, the fiscal rules remain intact, leading to significant frustration with the OBR, which is seen as...

During the Easter Bank Holiday weekend, most supermarkets in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will be closed on Easter Sunday due to laws restricting large stores from opening, while Scotland will have many stores open. Aldi, Asda, Co-op, Iceland, Lidl, Morrisons, and Sainsbury's have varying hours, with Good Friday and Easter Monday generally open but Easter Sunday closed for large retailers in the aforementioned regions. Customers are encouraged to check local store hours using supermarket...

SummaryTikTok creator and NHS worker Shannon Adey promotes 'NHS fleeces' on social media, raising concerns about potential impersonation of medical staff, as the garments can be customized with hospital names and job titles. Priced between £16 to £28, these items are easily accessible to anyone, unlike official uniforms which are restricted to NHS staff and organizations. Critics warn that such products could facilitate dangerous impersonation, as highlighted by previous incidents involving fraudsters posing as medical...

The Easter bank holiday weekend in the UK is expected to bring a mix of sun and rain, with a yellow weather warning for rain in effect on Good Friday and Saturday, particularly affecting parts of Cornwall and Devon. While Good Friday may see temperatures peak at 17°C in London, conditions will be variable, with some areas experiencing prolonged rain and potential thunderstorms due to a low-pressure system. Easter Sunday is anticipated to be the...

Coroner's Call for Action on Motorist Vision StandardsAn inquest into the deaths of four individuals killed by drivers with impaired vision in northern England revealed that the enforcement of visual legal standards for motorists is deemed "ineffective and unsafe." Dr. James Adeley, the HM senior coroner for Lancashire, has formally addressed the transport secretary, Heidi Alexander, urging immediate measures to prevent similar fatalities in the future. This report highlights the critical need for improved regulations...

SummaryParia Veisi was reported missing after leaving her workplace in the Canton area of Cardiff around 3pm on Saturday, 12 April. Following her disappearance, police have initiated a murder investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding her case. The investigation began nearly a week after she was last seen, raising concerns for her safety and prompting community engagement in the search efforts. Full Article