Lake District to fine campers £100 for litter and BBQs
Westmorland and Furness Council will introduce new fines of up to £100 for littering, fly-camping, and disposable BBQs in the Lake District from 2026 to protect the national park.
Westmorland and Furness Council will introduce new fines of up to £100 for littering, fly-camping, and disposable BBQs in the Lake District from 2026 to protect the national park.
A 33-year-old woman in Brest, France, is in pre-trial detention after attacking an officer. She shares three children with her father, who admitted to horrific sexual abuse. Read the full shocking details.
Jeri Mains, 44, was allegedly murdered by her husband in Indiana days after filing for a protective order. Her desperate plea for help went unanswered over Christmas. Read the full story.
A major new study reveals thousands of British teenagers endure physical, sexual, and emotional abuse from partners. Experts warn the true scale is hidden. Urgent calls for education and support.
A major new report reveals widespread physical, sexual and emotional abuse in teenage relationships across the UK. Experts call for urgent action and better education.
New England Patriots defensive lineman Christian Barmore has been arrested and charged with domestic assault and battery. Get the latest details on the case and its potential impact.
Domestic abuse crimes in Scotland surged 10% in 2025, with police responding to an incident every 8 minutes. A major crackdown saw 32 serial offenders jailed for nearly 230 years. Read the full report.
Police Scotland's domestic abuse task force secures 228-year total sentence for 32 offenders. Domestic abuse reports rise 10% as force vows relentless pursuit of perpetrators.
The government's delayed strategy to tackle violence against women and girls focuses on prevention, but faces challenges in policing, courts, and funding. Can ministers deliver on their manifesto promise?
The government pledges a historic crackdown on violence against women and girls, with new NHS services and £50m for child victims. Read the full strategy.
A decade after coercive control became a crime, survivor Richa Raval shares her harrowing story of abuse, control, and her journey to recovery. Learn the signs and where to get help.
A Newcastle United fan warns SNP plans to extend football banning orders to online speech could be weaponised against gender-critical views. Read her story.
The Archdiocese of New Orleans has agreed to a landmark $100 million settlement with 450 clergy abuse survivors, a pivotal step in a long-running bankruptcy case. Discover the details of the historic agreement.
New research reveals a hidden crisis of economic abuse harming UK children, with perpetrators stealing pocket money and depriving families of essentials. Learn the signs and where to find support.
A shocking study reveals nearly 4 million UK children are impacted by economic abuse, a hidden crisis where partners control finances. One survivor shares her harrowing story of debt and control.
MPs demand urgent law change as abusers exploit victims' bonds with pets. New data reveals one in 15 cases involve threats to animals, trapping survivors.
Four Sydney men face charges for allegedly distributing child sexual abuse material linked to a global network with ritualistic themes. Police seized thousands of videos. Read the full report.
SNP ministers propose extending football banning orders to tackle online abuse and pyrotechnics. Critics warn of strain on police resources. Have your say in the consultation.
An Indiana father is sentenced to at least 65 years for the murder of his six-year-old son, Justin. Read the full story of this tragic case of child abuse.
New Domestic Abuse Protection Orders have safeguarded over 1,000 victims in a pilot scheme. The orders impose strict conditions on offenders, with breaches carrying a potential five-year prison sentence.
A new survey reveals young adults are less likely to spot economic abuse red flags. Learn the warning signs and how a new campaign aims to raise awareness across all generations.
Three people in their 80s arrested over non-recent child sex abuse at Bradford care homes. Police urge victims to come forward. Report via 101 or live chat.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino vows strong action against online abuse targeting players and officials, with over 30,000 posts already flagged. Discover the measures being taken.
A damning report reveals how fear of causing offence led to multiple missed opportunities to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from torture and murder. Urgent child protection reforms demanded.
A damning review reveals multiple agency failures left 10-year-old Sara Sharif unprotected from abuse. Learn how the system missed crucial chances to save her.
A damning review reveals multiple missed opportunities to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from horrific abuse. Read the full report on systemic safeguarding failures.
A damning report exposes how authorities were 'groomed and manipulated', missing 15 chances to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from horrific abuse. Read the full investigation.
A safeguarding review concludes authorities failed 10-year-old Sara Sharif, who suffered horrific abuse. Her father's violent history was 'overlooked'. Read the full report.
A damning review finds 10-year-old Sara Sharif was failed by authorities who missed multiple opportunities to save her from horrific abuse. Read the full report on the systemic failures.
Damning report reveals how authorities missed multiple chances to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from torture death by her father. Read the shocking findings.