Former Met Police Officer Sentenced for Possessing Child Abuse Images
A former Metropolitan Police officer, Benedict Ashton, 38, of College Road, Bromley, has been sentenced to 200 hours of unpaid work after being convicted of possessing indecent images of children. Ashton, a Special Constable at the time of his arrest, was apprehended in August 2022 following a referral from the National Crime Agency. Ashton’s case […]
Electrician Ordered to Repay £56,000 in Fraudulent Covid Loan Scheme
Stanislav Genadiev, a 37-year-old electrician from Faircross Avenue, Romford, has been ordered by Snaresbrook Crown Court to repay over £56,000 after fraudulently claiming Covid Bounce Back Loans intended for his businesses and misusing the funds for personal expenses. The court issued a confiscation order for £56,948 on Monday, September 9, with a warning that failure […]
Sir David Attenborough Returns with Groundbreaking New Series on Asia’s Wildlife
Sir David Attenborough is returning to our screens with a new series about Asia and its wildlife.
Asia is a seven-part natural history series coming to the BBC which will explore the wildlife of our planet’s largest continent.
The BBC says the series will cover the length and breadth of Asia and reveal its most remarkable landscapes and animals and feature dramatic and previously unseen behaviour.
This series has been filmed over the course of nearly four years and it is the first time that Asia has been the focus of a major BBC wildlife series.
Viewers can look forward to seeing lots of exciting sights including the vast Gobi Desert, the jungles of Borneo, the polar wilderness of Siberia and the coral seas of the Indian Ocean.
The BBC explained this series will showcase the breathtaking variety of Asia’s wildest places.
Each of the seven episodes is an hour long and viewers can expect to see rhinos playing ‘kiss chase’ in a bizarre courtship ritual in Nepal.
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Understanding Tax Codes: How to Avoid Overpaying and Claim Back Overpaid Taxes
Navigating the intricacies of tax codes can be a daunting task for many employees.
Your tax code determines how much income tax is deducted from your salary, and even a minor error could leave you paying more than your fair share—or not enough, leading to unexpected tax bills later on.
A tax code is used by an employer or pension provider in order to work out how much Income Tax to take from an individual’s pay or pension.
The most common one is 1257L, which is based on the Personal Tax Allowance of £12,570 – this is the amount you can earn before you need to pay tax.
It is essential to ensure that your tax code is right to avoid overpaying taxes and to potentially claim a refund. Conversely, if you are on a lower tax rate, you may owe money to HMRC.
Workplace expert Sophie Rhone from Digital PR Lab said: “Keeping an eye on your tax code and understanding its implications is essential for managing your finances effectively.
“Mistakes can happen, but by staying proactive and..
Detectives Appeal for Information in Westminster Fatal Shooting Case
Detectives have named the victim of a fatal shooting in Westminster as Tikquaan Stephenson-Walters, 28, and are appealing for information one week on from his murder. Police were called at 11.06pm on Wednesday, 4 September, to reports of shots fired on Bravington Road, W9. Despite the best efforts of emergency services, Tikquaan was tragically […]
Keighley Man Sentenced to Extended Prison Term for Child Sex Offences
A 31-year-old man from Keighley has been handed an extended prison sentence after being found guilty of multiple sexual offences involving children. Liam Crosby, of Harewood Rise, was convicted at Bradford Crown Court on various charges, including making and distributing indecent images of children and attempting to engage in sexual communications with minors. On Tuesday, […]
UK’s New Electronic Travel Authorisation Scheme to Cover Most International Arrivals by 2025
The UK government has announced the nationwide roll-out of its new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme, which will apply to the majority of overseas arrivals by April 2, 2025. This scheme, aimed at enhancing border security, will be mandatory for all non-British and non-Irish citizens entering the country, including those merely transiting through UK airports. […]
Two Houses in Richmond Collapse Amid Possible Gas Leak Probe
Emergency services were scrambled to Lower Mortlake Road in Richmond, south London, after two houses collapsed suddenly on Tuesday afternoon, sparking concerns over a possible gas leak. The properties, which were reportedly undergoing renovations, crumbled into rubble just before 3pm. Locals described hearing a loud “bang” followed by “lots of smoke” before looking outside to […]
23rd Anniversary of September 11 Terror Attacks: A Day of Remembrance and Reflection
Today marks the 23rd anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks, a day that forever changed the world. On that fateful day, four hijacked planes were used as weapons of mass destruction. Two planes crashed into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, causing the iconic structures to collapse. […]
Smoke Incident Prompts Safety Warnings in East Riding
Residents in the East Riding area are being advised to keep all windows and doors closed as a precautionary measure due to a significant smoke incident affecting the region. The smoke has been drifting across the M62 motorway near Junction 38, creating potentially hazardous driving conditions. Authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution when travelling […]