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25/02/2015
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No Charges To Be Brought Over Glasgow Bin Lorry Crash
The Crown Officer confirmed there will be no criminal charges brought in regards to the Glasgow bin lorry crash, which killed 6 and injured 10 on 22 December.
The office said there was no evidence that wither the driver or the city council was to blame for the accident.
A fatal accident inquiry (FAI) into the tragedy will be held "as soon as possible".
80 Cyclists Killed In London Over Five Year Period
New figures from the Department for Transport (DfT) have revealed that 80 cyclists have been killed in London over five years to 2013.
The figures show there has been a total of 22,988 accidents across the city between 2009 and 2013.
Elephant and Castle roundabout in south London was the worst accident blackspot with 80 accidents involving cyclists.
In a statement, it said: "While we don't recognise the interpretation of these figures, we entirely agree that any accident on London's roads is one too many.
"That is why we are investing nearly £1bn in upgrading the existing Cycle Superhighways with greater segregation, introducing major new segregated cycle routes and backstreet Quietways, and overhauling dozens of junctions on both our roads and on borough roads."
Over £13,000 Raised For Abandoned Foal
More than £13,000 has been raised in a charity appeal to help pay for the care of a foal found on a roadside.
Gizmo was found in an "emaciated state" near a caravan park in Yeldham Road, Halstead, Essex on 17 February.
An appeal for £11,000 launched by the RSPCA, which would allow for ongoing care at a specialist equine clinic, has raised more than £13,000, with around 700 placing donations.
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The Crown Officer confirmed there will be no criminal charges brought in regards to the Glasgow bin lorry crash, which killed 6 and injured 10 on 22 December.
The office said there was no evidence that wither the driver or the city council was to blame for the accident.
A fatal accident inquiry (FAI) into the tragedy will be held "as soon as possible".
80 Cyclists Killed In London Over Five Year Period
New figures from the Department for Transport (DfT) have revealed that 80 cyclists have been killed in London over five years to 2013.
The figures show there has been a total of 22,988 accidents across the city between 2009 and 2013.
Elephant and Castle roundabout in south London was the worst accident blackspot with 80 accidents involving cyclists.
In a statement, it said: "While we don't recognise the interpretation of these figures, we entirely agree that any accident on London's roads is one too many.
"That is why we are investing nearly £1bn in upgrading the existing Cycle Superhighways with greater segregation, introducing major new segregated cycle routes and backstreet Quietways, and overhauling dozens of junctions on both our roads and on borough roads."
Over £13,000 Raised For Abandoned Foal
More than £13,000 has been raised in a charity appeal to help pay for the care of a foal found on a roadside.
Gizmo was found in an "emaciated state" near a caravan park in Yeldham Road, Halstead, Essex on 17 February.
An appeal for £11,000 launched by the RSPCA, which would allow for ongoing care at a specialist equine clinic, has raised more than £13,000, with around 700 placing donations.
(MH/CD)
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24 February 2004
London to see speed camera policy thrown into reverse
One third of London's 400 speed cameras may eventually be replaced with high-tech smart signs that will warn motorists when they are driving too fast. The move follows criticism of speed cameras which Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir John Stevens said were aimed at raising fine revenues rather than reducing incidents at accident blackspots.
London to see speed camera policy thrown into reverse
One third of London's 400 speed cameras may eventually be replaced with high-tech smart signs that will warn motorists when they are driving too fast. The move follows criticism of speed cameras which Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir John Stevens said were aimed at raising fine revenues rather than reducing incidents at accident blackspots.
08 May 2009
Man Jailed For Attempted Murder Of Pc
A south London man has been jailed for 25 years for tying to shoot a policeman. Michael Mitchell, 32, of Babington Road, Streatham, was convicted of attempting to murder Pc Shaun Callow, possession of a firearm and possession of drugs with intent to supply.
Man Jailed For Attempted Murder Of Pc
A south London man has been jailed for 25 years for tying to shoot a policeman. Michael Mitchell, 32, of Babington Road, Streatham, was convicted of attempting to murder Pc Shaun Callow, possession of a firearm and possession of drugs with intent to supply.
14 February 2011
First Cork Plane Crash Victims Buried
The funerals of two of the Northern Ireland victims of the Cork air crash are due to be held later today. Pat Cullinan, a 45-year-old senior partner with the international accountancy firm KPMG, is to be buried after requiem mass in St Patrick's Church in the village of Cranagh near Plumbridge in Co Tyrone.
First Cork Plane Crash Victims Buried
The funerals of two of the Northern Ireland victims of the Cork air crash are due to be held later today. Pat Cullinan, a 45-year-old senior partner with the international accountancy firm KPMG, is to be buried after requiem mass in St Patrick's Church in the village of Cranagh near Plumbridge in Co Tyrone.
31 October 2007
Road Chaos Follows M8 Fatality
There’s traffic chaos in the north today as a fatal accident involving eight vehicles has closed the M8 motorway. The road has been closed in both directions in West Lothian, causing massive tailbacks. The pile-up, between junctions 3 and 3a near Livingston, originated westbound at about 6.10am, although both sides of the carriageway are affected.
Road Chaos Follows M8 Fatality
There’s traffic chaos in the north today as a fatal accident involving eight vehicles has closed the M8 motorway. The road has been closed in both directions in West Lothian, causing massive tailbacks. The pile-up, between junctions 3 and 3a near Livingston, originated westbound at about 6.10am, although both sides of the carriageway are affected.
17 September 2007
Investigation Into McRae Helicopter Crash
Air accident investigators are continuing their probe into the helicopter crash in which former world rally champion Colin McRae died, along with his son and two other people. McRae, 39, was killed in Saturday's crash, along with his five-year-old son Johnny, his friend six-year-old Ben Porcelli and family friend Graeme Duncan, 37.
Investigation Into McRae Helicopter Crash
Air accident investigators are continuing their probe into the helicopter crash in which former world rally champion Colin McRae died, along with his son and two other people. McRae, 39, was killed in Saturday's crash, along with his five-year-old son Johnny, his friend six-year-old Ben Porcelli and family friend Graeme Duncan, 37.
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