Moped Rider Caught on Four-Lane Motorway Near Slough – Vehicle Seized by Police
A moped rider had their ill-advised motorway adventure brought to an abrupt end by Thames Valley Police’s Roads Policing Unit (RPU) after attempting to travel along a busy four-lane motorway near Slough — despite the vehicle being completely unsuited for such roads. The moped, which had a top speed of just 28mph, was spotted weaving […]
Man Arrested After Police Officer Stabbed in Cambridge
A 26-year-old man has been arrested after a police officer was stabbed during a proactive patrol in Cambridge earlier this week. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon (March 19) on Eagle Street, where officers from Cambridgeshire Constabulary had stopped two men as part of ongoing efforts to tackle suspected drug activity in the area. During […]
New HMO Licensing Scheme Set to Improve Rental Standards in Enfield
Enfield Council has announced the renewal of its Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) Licensing Scheme, aimed at raising housing standards and improving the quality of shared rental accommodation across the borough. The new scheme, approved by Enfield Council’s Cabinet on 12 March, will be introduced for a further five years, starting from 1 September 2025. […]
Traffic Chaos in South Preston as M6 Closures Cause Widespread Gridlock
Major traffic disruption has hit South Preston and surrounding areas this evening following a total closure on the M6 northbound and lane closures southbound between Junctions 31 and 32. At approximately 6:25pm, motorists began reporting severe congestion around Bamber Bridge roundabout, with traffic grinding to a halt along key routes including the A59, A6, and […]
Caneland Central’s After Dark Program Praised as a Huge Success
Caneland Central’s After Dark Program has been hailed a resounding success, bringing together local youth and community members in a safe and engaging environment. The initiative, designed to strengthen connections with young people and provide a positive space after hours, has been met with overwhelming support from the local community. Organisers said they’ve enjoyed getting […]
Murder Probe Launched After Woman Found Dead in Essex Seaside Home
A murder investigation has been launched after a woman in her 40s was found dead inside a home in a seaside town in Clacton, Essex, earlier today. Emergency services were called to a property on Skelmersdale Road at 11:30am following reports of a serious incident. Paramedics arrived at the scene within minutes, but despite their […]
Van Completely Destroyed in East Dulwich Blaze
A van has been completely destroyed following a dramatic fire in East Dulwich this afternoon. Emergency services were called to Ondine Road at 3:12pm after reports of a vehicle alight near the junction with Grove Vale, just a short distance from a Shell petrol station. The London Fire Brigade confirmed that one fire engine was […]
Met Police Provide Update on Hayes Substation Fire as Investigation Continues
Metropolitan Police have issued an update following the major fire at an electrical substation in Hayes, West London, which caused widespread disruption earlier today, including power outages and the temporary closure of Heathrow Airport. Commander Simon Messinger, who is leading the police response to the incident, praised the collaborative efforts of emergency services and partner […]
79-Year-Old Pilot Escapes Unharmed After Plane Overruns Runway and Crashes Into Embankment
A 79-year-old pilot miraculously walked away uninjured after his light aircraft overran a runway, crossed a road, and crashed into a wooded embankment at Rochester Airport last summer, an official investigation has revealed. The dramatic incident occurred on 14 August 2024, involving a Piper PA-28-181 aircraft built in 1977, which was later declared damaged beyond […]
The silent burnout: are ghost tasks silently running middle managers into the ground?
Ghost tasks creep into workflows unnoticed, quietly draining time and energy without contributing real value. They aren’t on to-do lists, yet they pile up—routine check-ins, endless follow-ups, and minor requests that snowball into lost hours. For middle managers, these hidden distractions don’t just affect their own focus but also derail their teams. Spotting and cutting […]