British Isles
Thursday, 21 May 2015 01:00
Calls for ‘Olive's Law’ after suicide of UK's oldest poppy seller
The suicide of a 92 year-old Christian woman, dubbed Britain's oldest poppy seller, has prompted calls for an ‘Olive's Law’ to be introduced, to curb unsolicited phone calls from charities looking for money. According to her…
Thursday, 21 May 2015 01:00
No to police budget cuts – they’re vital to thwart growing terrorist threats
Britain’s counter-terror chief, Mark Rowley, said he will fight for police to be kept on the beat, amid fears that budget cuts will see fewer officers gathering vital intelligence needed to thwart a growing tide of…
Wednesday, 13 May 2015 01:00
Freedom of speech rally
On 15 June 1215, King John signed the Magna Carta, ensuring the freedom of the Church and the liberties of the barons, and also making himself equally subject to the law. The Magna Carta is one…
Wednesday, 13 May 2015 01:00
IS terrorists warn of imminent attack on streets of London
Cyber-jihadists linked to the IS are waging a war of terror online - threatening an imminent attack on London streets. Using the hashtag #LondonAttacks, IS fighters announced their plans for a London bombing campaign. The sick…
Wednesday, 13 May 2015 01:00
No to the West Ham ‘mega-mosque’
In March, the Government put off a decision on whether to allow an appeal against Newham Council’s refusal of planning permission for the West Ham ‘mega-mosque’. Now that the General Election is over a decision could…
Wednesday, 13 May 2015 01:00
People with learning disabilities 'targeted by groomers'
An adult with Learning Disabilities (LD) is a vulnerable adult aged 18 years or over, who may be in need of community care and unable to protect themselves from harm or exploitation. Over the years most…