Sheffield man charged with murder following death of Chris Marriott
A Sheffield man is charged with murder and will appear before court following the death of Chris Marriott in Sheffield. On 27 December at 2.06pm, emergency services were called to College Close in Burgreave following reports of violence and disorder. As the call was underway, a car collided with a group of people. A 46-year-old […]
NHS staff among those recognised in the 2024 New Year Honours list
Nurses, doctors and surgeons are among dozens of NHS staff on the 2024 New Year Honour list, released today (Friday 29 December). The head of the NHS, Amanda Pritchard, praised the efforts of those recognised in what has been another challenging year for the health service. This year in the NHS’s 75th year, staff have dealt with record levels […]
Government Exceeds Target as Over 2,100 More County Lines Closed
In a remarkable achievement, the UK government has exceeded its ambitious target of closing 2,000 county lines – criminal networks associated with drug trafficking – by 2025 in just a year and a half. The news comes as the result of dedicated efforts by police taskforces working within the County Lines Programme to dismantle these […]
Inspiring’ BTP officer awarded MBE
An inspirational officer who has dedicated his career to helping vulnerable children escape exploitation has been honoured with an MBE in this year’s New Year’s Honours list. Detective Superintendent Gareth Williams has been awarded an MBE for his services to policing and his incredible work leading the British Transport Police (BTP) County Lines Taskforce. Gareth […]
MCA employee recognised in New Year Honours
A woman responsible for registering deaths and births at sea, who is “an incredible asset to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency”, has been recognised in the 2024 New Year Honours. Denise Cooke joined the Department for Transport, the MCA’s parent company, on 18 June 1980. More than 40 years later her service to maritime continues, […]
The King has been graciously pleased to signify His intention of conferring the following Honours
The King has been graciously pleased to signify His intention of conferring the following Honours upon the undermentioned: Dames Commander of the Order of the British Empire Knighthood in the Order of the Bath Knighthood The Prime Minister has recommended these honours to the King.
Award for Champion of Visually Impaired Among New Year Honours
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has reason to celebrate as its dedicated experts receive well-deserved recognition in the 2024 King’s New Year Honours list. Among the distinguished recipients is Kirsty Tilley, Dstl’s Autonomy Programme Manager, who has been honoured with the British Empire Medal (BEM) for her remarkable contributions to defence and inclusion, […]
Man arrested after officer is attacked Hull Grove
A man has been arrested as part of our response to an incident in Harlow during which an Essex Police officer sustained an injury. We were called to concerns for the welfare of a man in Hull Grove, shortly after 5.45pm. Officers arrived and engaged with a man at the scene who was making threats […]
Met Police officers and staff recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List
Met Police officers and a member of police staff have been recognised in the King’s New Year honours for their achievements and exceptional service. Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said: “I would like to congratulate all our colleagues who have been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List for their remarkable achievements. These awards are hugely […]
New Year Honours 2024 Recognise Outstanding Defence Personnel
Armed Forces personnel and Defence Civil Servants have been granted state honours by His Majesty The King in the annual New Year Honours list. His Majesty The King has recognised over 180 service personnel and civil servants in the 2024 New Year Honours list for their outstanding acts of service to protect national security. From […]