Huge Change to NHS Prescriptions: Prescription Charge Set to Increase
Pharmacists are sounding the alarm as the cost of NHS prescriptions is set to rise to nearly £10 starting tomorrow. The hike, from £9.65 to £9.90, has been labelled by pharmacists as a “tax on the working poor,” raising concerns that patients may be forced to forgo essential medications due to the increased price. The […]
Protesters Rally Outside Croydon Immigration Reporting Centre in South London
In a show of solidarity and resistance, demonstrators continue to gather outside the Croydon immigration reporting centre in South London, protesting against the detention and deportation of individuals under the controversial Rwanda Scheme. Led by the organization Stand Up to Racism (@SLSUTR), activists and supporters have mobilized to block a van containing two detainees from […]
Murder Probe Launched in Hull After Fatal Assault
A murder investigation is underway following a tragic incident that left 44-year-old Shane Boxall with fatal injuries. The victim was assaulted inside a property on Alaska Street in Hull on Thursday, April 25. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene after receiving reports of the assault around 05:45. Shane Boxall was rushed to the hospital […]
Vapes, illicit tobacco and cash have been seized during a multi-agency operation in Gravesend
On Wednesday 24 April 2024, officers from North Kent’s Community Safety Unit targeted three shops across Dartford and Gravesend which were suspected of selling unregulated products. In total £4,000 was recovered along with more than 1,200 vapes and over 94,000 cigarettes. Officers also seized 20kg of shisha and 46 pouches of tobacco. Within two of […]
A Met investigation into the non-recent abuse of young boys in south London has resulted in a former priest being jailed for 31 months
The investigation, carried out by specialist officers, used historical reports, statements, diary entries and psychologist’s reports to put a former priest and child sex offender behind bars. The conviction comes as the officers and staff in the Met continue to protect the public from harm, no matter how long ago the offending took place. James […]
Police make arrest following incidents in Hainault
Police and other emergency services are in Hainault, east London, at a serious incident in which a man with a sword has been arrested. We were called shortly before 07:00am to reports of a vehicle being driven into a house in the Thurlow Gardens area. There were reports people had been stabbed. At this time […]
One Detained after Police Officers Are Stabbed by a man wielding a “Samurai Sword” in Hainault Police Declare Major Incident
A major incident has been declared following a stabbing near Hainault Tube station, with one person arrested in connection with the incident. Reports indicate that four individuals who are understood to be emergency service workers were attacked at Hainault Tube station in Redbridge, near Essex. Eyewitnesses recounted harrowing scenes, describing loud shouting and a stabbing […]
18th Century Clock That was Stolen Returns to Brighton
A cherished antique clock, stolen from Preston Manor in Brighton over twenty years ago, has been returned to its rightful home. The musical clock, popular among visitors, especially children, features sailing ships that move to music every hour when it chimes. The historical piece was stolen on February 12, 2001, by two men who were […]
Fatal Collision Between Car and Lorry in Crayford: London Ambulance Service Issues Statement
London Ambulance Service has released a statement following a tragic crash involving a car and a lorry in Crayford. The incident occurred on Thames Road at 10:30 pm on April 27, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Upon receiving the distress call, an ambulance crew, an incident response officer, and a car trauma team […]
Man Charged with GBH Following Stabbing Incident in Eltham
A man has been charged with grievous bodily harm (GBH) following a stabbing incident near Parish Park in Eltham. The altercation occurred on Restons Crescent shortly after 8pm on April 20, prompting a swift response from law enforcement and emergency medical services. Upon arrival at the scene, officers and crews from the London Ambulance Service […]