01/06/2010
Other UK News In Brief
Cameron Slams Israel
David Cameron has told the Israeli PM he "deplored the heavy loss of life" caused during Israel's raid on aid ships bound for Gaza. He was speaking after news that at least 10 people had been killed, and a Briton injured, after commandos stormed a boat. Mr Cameron spoke to Benjamin Netanyahu and is urging Israel to respond constructively to critics and lift the blockade on Gaza. The UN Security Council has called for an immediate and impartial inquiry.
Public Pay Shocker
The UK's Business Secretary Vince Cable has urged "more discipline" in public sector pay after it was disclosed that 172 civil servants are paid more than the Prime Minister. The Office of Fair Trading Chief Executive John Fingleton, whose annual package is up to £279,999, is the top earner. Mr Cable said big rises in salaries were not "affordable".
Cops Shun NI Street Policing
A police federation in Yorkshire has said its members do not want their officers to take part in training programmes in NI over the next few months. The group representing police officers in England said they are concerned that their officers could be deployed in Northern Ireland if trouble flares up during the summer. Police officers from Yorkshire, Northumbria and Strathclyde are due to be instructed by the PSNI on how to deal with public disorder as part of an exchange programme between police forces in the UK.
Wales Body Alert
An investigation has been launched after an unidentified body was found in Porth in Rhondda Cynon Taf. South Wales Police said the body of the man was discovered in Cemetery Road in the town. They are currently treating the death as unexplained and are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Anybody with information is asked to contact either 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Jogger Death Charge
A car driver has been charged in connection with a collision in Aberdeen which left a jogger dead. Angus MacKenzie, 38, died after being struck on the southbound carriageway of the A956 Wellington Road, close to the unclassified road leading to Cove, on Friday. Grampian Police have said that the driver had been charged in connection with the accident abd are continuing to appeal for any witnesses to contact them.
Black & White TV?
Thousands of viewers are still using black and white television sets. That's even though it is now 40 years since TV sports coverage changed forever - as Mexico 1970 became the first World Cup broadcast in colour. Now, as millions gear up to watch this year's tournament on some of the latest technology, TV Licensing can reveal that 25,000 across the UK still own black and white TV Licences, and seem content to enjoy this year's World Cup in monochrome - just as in 1966, when England last won it. However, South Africa 2010 will mark another breakthrough for TV sport, becoming the first World Cup to be shown in Freeview HD and on mobile phones.
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David Cameron has told the Israeli PM he "deplored the heavy loss of life" caused during Israel's raid on aid ships bound for Gaza. He was speaking after news that at least 10 people had been killed, and a Briton injured, after commandos stormed a boat. Mr Cameron spoke to Benjamin Netanyahu and is urging Israel to respond constructively to critics and lift the blockade on Gaza. The UN Security Council has called for an immediate and impartial inquiry.
Public Pay Shocker
The UK's Business Secretary Vince Cable has urged "more discipline" in public sector pay after it was disclosed that 172 civil servants are paid more than the Prime Minister. The Office of Fair Trading Chief Executive John Fingleton, whose annual package is up to £279,999, is the top earner. Mr Cable said big rises in salaries were not "affordable".
Cops Shun NI Street Policing
A police federation in Yorkshire has said its members do not want their officers to take part in training programmes in NI over the next few months. The group representing police officers in England said they are concerned that their officers could be deployed in Northern Ireland if trouble flares up during the summer. Police officers from Yorkshire, Northumbria and Strathclyde are due to be instructed by the PSNI on how to deal with public disorder as part of an exchange programme between police forces in the UK.
Wales Body Alert
An investigation has been launched after an unidentified body was found in Porth in Rhondda Cynon Taf. South Wales Police said the body of the man was discovered in Cemetery Road in the town. They are currently treating the death as unexplained and are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Anybody with information is asked to contact either 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Jogger Death Charge
A car driver has been charged in connection with a collision in Aberdeen which left a jogger dead. Angus MacKenzie, 38, died after being struck on the southbound carriageway of the A956 Wellington Road, close to the unclassified road leading to Cove, on Friday. Grampian Police have said that the driver had been charged in connection with the accident abd are continuing to appeal for any witnesses to contact them.
Black & White TV?
Thousands of viewers are still using black and white television sets. That's even though it is now 40 years since TV sports coverage changed forever - as Mexico 1970 became the first World Cup broadcast in colour. Now, as millions gear up to watch this year's tournament on some of the latest technology, TV Licensing can reveal that 25,000 across the UK still own black and white TV Licences, and seem content to enjoy this year's World Cup in monochrome - just as in 1966, when England last won it. However, South Africa 2010 will mark another breakthrough for TV sport, becoming the first World Cup to be shown in Freeview HD and on mobile phones.
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14 April 2011
British Man Dies In Dubai Police Custody
A British man has died in police custody in Dubai. Lee Bradley Brown, 39, from east London, died on Tuesday after he was taken to a Dubai police station where he was allegedly assaulted and put into a cell. It has been reported that Mr Brown, was arrested over a row at the luxury hotel Burj Al Arab hotel.
British Man Dies In Dubai Police Custody
A British man has died in police custody in Dubai. Lee Bradley Brown, 39, from east London, died on Tuesday after he was taken to a Dubai police station where he was allegedly assaulted and put into a cell. It has been reported that Mr Brown, was arrested over a row at the luxury hotel Burj Al Arab hotel.
01 April 2004
New police complaints body launched today
A new independent police complaints organisation has been launched today which is designed to "increase police and public confidence" in the accountability and integrity of the police service, the Home Office has said.
New police complaints body launched today
A new independent police complaints organisation has been launched today which is designed to "increase police and public confidence" in the accountability and integrity of the police service, the Home Office has said.
17 April 2009
Green 'Warned Of Life In Prison' Over Home Office Leaks
The Conservative MP who was arrested during an inquiry into Home Office leaks, was warned he would face life imprisonment, he has revealed.
Green 'Warned Of Life In Prison' Over Home Office Leaks
The Conservative MP who was arrested during an inquiry into Home Office leaks, was warned he would face life imprisonment, he has revealed.
05 January 2006
Black police officers' group slams DNA figures
A black police officers' group has called for an investigation into the national DNA database, after a report suggested that black people were over-represented on the system. According to research conducted by the 'Guardian' newspaper, 37% of all black men are included on the database, compared to 9% of white men.
Black police officers' group slams DNA figures
A black police officers' group has called for an investigation into the national DNA database, after a report suggested that black people were over-represented on the system. According to research conducted by the 'Guardian' newspaper, 37% of all black men are included on the database, compared to 9% of white men.
13 May 2009
Met Officers Arrested In Expenses Fraud Probe
Three Metropolitan police officers have been arrested over allegations they made inflated expenses claims while investigating the July 7 bombings, Scotland Yard has said. The officers were arrested on Tuesday in connection with a number of offences including misconduct in a public office, conspiracy to defraud, theft and false accounting.
Met Officers Arrested In Expenses Fraud Probe
Three Metropolitan police officers have been arrested over allegations they made inflated expenses claims while investigating the July 7 bombings, Scotland Yard has said. The officers were arrested on Tuesday in connection with a number of offences including misconduct in a public office, conspiracy to defraud, theft and false accounting.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.