13/12/2011
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Appealing For Missing Boy, 15
Officers say they are becoming increasingly concerned for the safety of a missing 15-year-old boy from Westminster. Benito Mpangi, of Corlett Street, Westminster, was last seen at his school in Kilburn earlier this morning, 12 December. Benito was wearing his school uniform of black blazer, black trousers, grey jumper and blue tie with a grey stripe. He is described as black, approx 5ft 10" and of a stocky build. Officers are urging him to make contact with his family or friends and to let them know he is safe and well. If anyone has seen Benito or knows of his whereabouts please contact police at Westminster Missing Persons Unit on 020 7321 9494.
DC Jim Morrison 'Anniversary Appeal'
Detectives have launched a fresh appeal for information to find the killer of MPS officer Jim Morrison as family and colleagues gather to mark the 20th anniversary of his murder. DC Morrison was fatally stabbed in Montreal Place WC2 by a man he was trying to arrest for a suspected bag theft. He was off duty at the time of the attack. "DC Morrison was a talented young officer with a bright and promising future." The 26-year-old officer, renowned for his dedication to duty and flair for dealing with street crime, left a widow, Victoria. Despite extensive inquiries, his killer has never been brought to justice. A £20,000 reward is on offer for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the person responsible.
DVLA Closures Plan Risks 1,200 Jobs
The government is proposing the closure of all 39 Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) regional offices, putting more than 1,200 jobs at risk. The closures, due by the end of 2013, could save about £28m a year, it says. Roads Minister Mike Penning said the plans to move more services online and centralise the DVLA in Swansea would "make dealing with the DVLA easier". The Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) said the plans "make no economic sense".
(DW)
Officers say they are becoming increasingly concerned for the safety of a missing 15-year-old boy from Westminster. Benito Mpangi, of Corlett Street, Westminster, was last seen at his school in Kilburn earlier this morning, 12 December. Benito was wearing his school uniform of black blazer, black trousers, grey jumper and blue tie with a grey stripe. He is described as black, approx 5ft 10" and of a stocky build. Officers are urging him to make contact with his family or friends and to let them know he is safe and well. If anyone has seen Benito or knows of his whereabouts please contact police at Westminster Missing Persons Unit on 020 7321 9494.
DC Jim Morrison 'Anniversary Appeal'
Detectives have launched a fresh appeal for information to find the killer of MPS officer Jim Morrison as family and colleagues gather to mark the 20th anniversary of his murder. DC Morrison was fatally stabbed in Montreal Place WC2 by a man he was trying to arrest for a suspected bag theft. He was off duty at the time of the attack. "DC Morrison was a talented young officer with a bright and promising future." The 26-year-old officer, renowned for his dedication to duty and flair for dealing with street crime, left a widow, Victoria. Despite extensive inquiries, his killer has never been brought to justice. A £20,000 reward is on offer for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the person responsible.
DVLA Closures Plan Risks 1,200 Jobs
The government is proposing the closure of all 39 Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) regional offices, putting more than 1,200 jobs at risk. The closures, due by the end of 2013, could save about £28m a year, it says. Roads Minister Mike Penning said the plans to move more services online and centralise the DVLA in Swansea would "make dealing with the DVLA easier". The Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) said the plans "make no economic sense".
(DW)
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Morrison Jailed For Life For Model Girlfriend Murder
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Morrison Sales Up
Food retailer Morrison has trumped the Christmas sales of higher-profile rivals Tesco and Asda. Dubbed the UK's fourth biggest supermarket, Morrison said sales in the last quarter had increased by over 8%. Operation from more than 320 stores nationwide, it is predicted the retailer serves around 10 million customers every well.
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DVLA Staff Suspended In Facebook Investigation
Seven office workers at the DVLA in Swansea have been suspended over "inappropriate" comments and jokes posted on Facebook. The staff are facing disciplinary action after being caught writing personal comments on the social networking site. A DVLA spokesman said: "The staff remain suspended while investigations are ongoing.
DVLA Staff Suspended In Facebook Investigation
Seven office workers at the DVLA in Swansea have been suspended over "inappropriate" comments and jokes posted on Facebook. The staff are facing disciplinary action after being caught writing personal comments on the social networking site. A DVLA spokesman said: "The staff remain suspended while investigations are ongoing.
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Hundreds of staff have gone on strike at a DVLA contact centre in Swansea. A total of 650 Public and Commercial Services (PCS) members are staging a three day strike from today, 28 August, in a dispute about weekend working allowances.
Staff Stage Strike Action At DVLA Centre
Hundreds of staff have gone on strike at a DVLA contact centre in Swansea. A total of 650 Public and Commercial Services (PCS) members are staging a three day strike from today, 28 August, in a dispute about weekend working allowances.
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