Ross County taught a young Hibernian side a lesson in the art of the ‘smash and grab’ as they ran out 2-0 winners at Easter Road. Check out the full match report by Simply Scottish Footie, an upcoming Independent Football site. Youthful Hibs “Schooled” By Clinical County
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Sir Keir Starmer MP, Leader of the Labour Party gave a Speech to the Centre for EU Reform setting out Labour’s 5-point plan to “Make Brexit Work”. Below is a full transcript of that speech. Thank you.It’s a real privilege to be here tonight. We are here to mark the 26th birthday of the CER. In that time, the world
Read moreConservative MP for Romford, Andrew Rosindell has been arrested on suspicion of several sexual offences, with the Tory chief whip banning him from attending the House of Commons until further notice. A source in the Metropolitan Police Unit investigating these allegations confirmed to me that Rosindell was arrested earlier today at a preplanned appointment. The Met had liased with the
Read moreUK Covid-19 Figures as of 30th March 2022 Cases, Deaths and Hospitalisations: 558,732 positive tests in last 7 days.• 1,070 deaths within the last 7 days. 365 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a ventilator on 29 March 2022. 165,187 total number of deaths 28 days from first positive test for COVID-19. UK Covid-19 Vaccination Data: 52,792,930 people have had
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Two drivers on the Black Isle escaped serious injury in a car accident that left one vehicle in flames and the other in pieces on its side. The accident occurred this evening, 11th March, on the B9169 outside Easter Kinkell Primary school at approximately 21:10. Good samaritans including a nurse,quickly attended to the two drivers involved in the accident, with
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The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) is scrambling to stop and discourage serving British soldiers from travelling to Ukraine to fight Russian Forces. This comes as several troops have already gone Absent Without Leave (AWOL) stating an intention to travel to Ukraine. British authorities fear Russia may see this as Britain becoming directly involved in hostilities, not to mention the
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Below is a download link for the Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament report on Russia. Given events in Ukraine and the renewed interest in Russian links to UK Politicians, I believe it is important to refresh people’s memories.
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Tuesday night saw ITV News’ UK Editor Paul Brand tweeted an Exclusive video showing Allegra Stratton, now former Spokesperson for Boris Johnson, joking about a party held in Downing Street last December. However, it has now been revealed that ITV News had known about the video for weeks, but decided not to publish it as they didn’t believe it met
Read moreThis article was updated on 5th April 2022 to reflect a Government decision. EXCLUSIVE – The U.K. Government has asked Civil Servants in Whitehall to draw up plans to house people seeking asylum in the UK on The Falkland Islands and/or Ascension Island. The move seen as controversial is said to have left Whitehall officials perplexed and angry. The Falkland
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A Conservative Councillor from Kent County Council (KCC) is under pressure to resign after claimed his colleagues had been running a sweepstake on when the withdrawal of the £20 Universal Credit uplift would be mentioned at a Council meeting. In a shocking show of disrespect, the Tory Councillor cuts in to make a now alleged “joke” about the bet they
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Just 4 days ago, former Health Health Secretary Matt Hancock was proudly tweeting he’d been offered a role on The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). In a dramatic turnaround it appears that following a public backlash at the appointment, the United Nations has withdrawn that offer. Non profit news organisation PassBlue, who are based in the UN Press
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A new “Serious Game” Virtual Reality Simulation is being developed to support disabled people to better access travel on Northern’s services. The first of its kind, the technology will allow passengers to explore their journey and the support they require in advance, from the comfort of their own home. Users will be able to experience trains, stations and interact with station and
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When Kabul first fell to the Taliban, I started at thread detailing what is happening. I have continued posting to it Ocer several days now. There are currently 196 tweets containing images and video from Kabul Afghanistan. I am posting them here to act as an archive. @Channel4News have reported that the UK ambassador to Afghanistan, Laurie Bristow, has remained
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The Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak is reported to be keen on introducing a National Digital Currency called “Britcoin” which would be a direct equivalent to physical money. In reported plans it would be overseen by the Bank of England giving the Treasury the same control it does with Sterling. While some people may see this as a welcome
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