UK machete ban proposed to tackle violent crime
The UK government is proposing a ban on machetes and other large knives in an effort to curb violent crime. Learn more about the new measures and their potential impact.
The UK government is proposing a ban on machetes and other large knives in an effort to curb violent crime. Learn more about the new measures and their potential impact.
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Disturbing footage captures a 26-year-old man filming himself stabbing a victim in a brazen daylight attack. Police have launched a manhunt as the community reels from the horrific incident.
New government figures reveal a sharp decline in knife-related offences and robberies, marking progress in tackling violent crime.
New data reveals a significant drop in robberies involving knives in key UK areas, as police strategies prove effective in curbing violent crime.
Exclusive data from the Metropolitan Police exposes the boroughs with the highest knife crime rates in London, highlighting an urgent public safety concern.
Knife crime in London has surged dramatically, with offences nearly doubling over the past decade. The West End has emerged as a hotspot, raising serious concerns about public safety under Mayor Sadiq Khan's administration.
A Scottish nurse has been struck off after stealing money from a vulnerable patient in her care. The Nursing and Midwifery Council found her actions 'fundamentally incompatible' with professional standards.
A nurse from Kirkcaldy, Fife, has been sentenced to prison for stealing money from elderly and vulnerable patients under her care. The shocking case highlights breaches of trust in the healthcare system.
A 17-year-old has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal stabbing of Charles Hartle during a drug deal gone wrong in Derby. The shocking case highlights the dangers of knife crime and drug-related violence.
A nurse in Fife has been suspended following allegations of mocking a transgender patient, sparking outrage and calls for better NHS inclusivity training.
Residents of Kirkcaldy, Fife, are puzzled by a series of cryptic notes left in public places, sparking curiosity and concern in the community.
New data reveals a notable drop in homicide rates across major US cities, marking a positive shift in urban safety trends.
A tribunal hears how NHS Fife allegedly sought to punish Sandie Peggie, a veteran nurse, after she raised concerns about transgender medical policies. The case highlights tensions within the healthcare system.
New crime data exposes the UK's riskiest postcodes, with Westminster topping the list. Find out if your area is among the most dangerous.
A Labour councillor in Fife has stepped down following backlash over inflammatory online comments, sparking debate over political accountability.
The General Medical Council and Nursing and Midwifery Council are probing serious allegations against healthcare professionals in Kirkcaldy and Dundee, raising concerns over patient safety.
A tribunal hears claims that NHS Fife's gender identity guidance for children may lack proper safeguards, sparking debate over healthcare policies.
The General Medical Council and Nursing and Midwifery Council are probing serious allegations of professional misconduct involving healthcare staff in Fife and Dundee.
Healthcare professionals in Scotland are being called to fill critical gaps in Fife and Dundee as NHS faces mounting pressure.
The Auditor-General is set to investigate NHS Fife's handling of transgender healthcare services amid growing concerns over policies and patient care.
Harry Potter author JK Rowling has criticised former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon following revelations about NHS Fife's handling of transgender healthcare. The debate reignites tensions over gender identity policies in Scotland.
A Fife nurse has been removed from the nursing register after misconduct involving a vulnerable patient, as ruled by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
A man has been found dead near Kirkcaldy's popular beachfront promenade, prompting a major police investigation. Authorities are treating the death as unexplained as forensic teams scour the scene.
A nurse from NHS Fife has been charged with assault following an alleged incident involving a patient at a hospital in Kirkcaldy. The case has raised concerns over patient safety and staff conduct.
A nurse from Fife has been convicted of assaulting a vulnerable patient at a Kirkcaldy hospital, facing potential imprisonment and career ruin.
Several solicitors from Dundee and Fife are under investigation by the Law Society of Scotland following allegations of professional misconduct.
Severe flooding disrupts travel and damages properties in Dundee and Fife after torrential downpours overwhelm drainage systems.
A major police operation targeting organised crime has led to the seizure of £1.2 million in cash and 12 arrests across Birmingham, Walsall, and Manchester.
A teacher from Fife has been convicted of assaulting a pupil, following a trial at the Scottish High Court in Edinburgh. The case has sparked debate over safeguarding in schools.