Met Police Chief and Father Ted Creator Clash Over Transgender Policing
Sir Mark Rowley defends Met's impartiality after Graham Linehan's public criticism over transgender issues, sparking free speech debate.
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Lush Shuts All UK Stores To Protest Policing Bill
In a bold and unprecedented move, cosmetics giant Lush has closed every one of its 104 UK shops and halted online sales to protest the controversial Public Order Act, calling it a 'perilous' threat to the right to protest.
Armed Police Arrest Sitcom Writer Graham Linehan at Heathrow
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting ignites a fierce national debate on policing priorities after 'Father Ted' co-creator Graham Linehan was arrested by armed officers at Heathrow Airport. The incident, stemming from alleged 'transphobic' comments, rais
Martin demands Garda review after Dublin riots policing failure
Taoiseach Micheál Martin calls for urgent Garda review after unprecedented Dublin riots, criticising the delayed police response and intelligence breakdown.
Bristol's 'Lawless Zone': Council Accused of Abandoning Residents
Exclusive investigation reveals how a Bristol council-designated 'liveable neighbourhood' has become a hotspot for crime, fly-tipping, and public disorder, leaving locals feeling trapped and neglected.
Gardai Seal Dublin House in Human Trafficking Operation
Gardai have launched a major investigation after sealing a property in Lusk, North County Dublin, following the discovery of a man believed to be a victim of human trafficking. The operation is ongoing.
Met Police criticised over Palestine protest advice
The Metropolitan Police is under fire after advising pro-Palestine protesters to avoid phrases that could be 'inflammatory'. Critics call it a 'chilling' attack on free speech as the force defends its stance.
Irish Justice Minister fined by Garda for phone use driving
Irish Justice Minister Micheál Martin has been issued an on-the-spot fine by An Garda Síochána for using his mobile phone while driving in Dublin, raising questions about accountability and road safety.
MPs confront minister over National Crime Agency leadership
Exclusive: Senior MPs challenge Policing Minister Chris Philp over the National Crime Agency's leadership and strategic priorities amid growing concerns about its effectiveness.
Luton 'Ish' Review Exposes Racial Profiling in Policing
A damning new report reveals systemic racial profiling by Bedfordshire Police in Luton, uncovering disproportionate stop and search rates for Black and Asian communities. The review, sparked by community outrage, calls for urgent reform and body-worn came
Government lawyers fight Amnesty's protest policing challenge
The Home Office faces legal scrutiny as it defends its protest policing guidance against Amnesty International's High Court challenge over human rights concerns.
Trump's Federal Crime Crackdown Targets LA and Beverly Hills
Former President Donald Trump unveils a radical new anti-crime strategy, pledging a federal takeover of policing in Democrat-run cities like Los Angeles and Beverly Hills if re-elected.
Minister Chris Philp backs Elon Musk's grooming gangs tweet
Policing Minister Chris Philp faces fierce backlash for endorsing Elon Musk's controversial tweet on UK grooming gangs, drawing condemnation from Labour and child protection charities for amplifying divisive rhetoric.
Police Waste Millions on Bureaucracy Over Fighting Crime
A damning investigation reveals UK police forces are wasting millions on bureaucratic 'platitudes' and 'broken records' requests instead of tackling soaring crime rates. Victims are being failed as officers chase targets, not criminals.
Met Police payout over 'humiliating' lingerie photo probe
The Metropolitan Police has paid substantial damages to a mother after officers investigated an intimate lingerie photo sent to her partner, in a case branded 'appalling' by civil liberties groups.
Met Police Chief Faces Misconduct Probe Over Case Handling
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley is under formal investigation by the police watchdog over allegations he mishandled complaints related to high-profile officer misconduct cases, raising serious questions about leadership and accountability
UK police defend 'proportionate' Palestine protest response
The National Police Chiefs' Council asserts that UK policing of pro-Palestine demonstrations has been 'proportionate', despite criticism over perceived inaction on illegal acts during protests.
Mystery Infant Death Rocks Tranquil Irish Town
A peaceful Irish community is reeling after the grim discovery of a deceased infant in a local town centre, sparking a major Garda investigation and leaving residents searching for answers.
45 Arrests via Facial Recognition at Notting Hill Carnival
The Metropolitan Police deployed live facial recognition cameras at Notting Hill Carnival, leading to 45 arrests. The controversial surveillance technology sparked immediate backlash from civil liberties groups, who condemn its use as a 'dystopian' infrin
High Court forces police to delete innocent man's data
A landmark High Court ruling forces Surrey Police to delete data collected on an innocent man from Horley, setting a crucial precedent for privacy rights and police use of personal information in the UK.
Brick Lane Fears Repeat of 1970s Far-Right Clashes
Community leaders in East London warn of potential far-right violence as tensions rise following Bradford disturbances. Police increase patrols amid fears of 1970s-style clashes.
Expert Rejects Met Police's "Bias-Free" Facial Recognition Claim
A top academic has publicly contradicted the Metropolitan Police's assertion that their live facial recognition technology is unbiased, citing major flaws in the study they used to justify its rollout across London.
Notting Hill Carnival Policing Row Erupts
As London's iconic Notting Hill Carnival concludes, a fierce debate erupts over the intense police presence, with community leaders and politicians questioning if heavy-handed tactics are stifling the celebration's spirit and threatening civil liberties.
Notting Hill Carnival faces £625k policing funding crisis
London's world-renowned Notting Hill Carnival faces an unprecedented funding crisis as organisers reveal a critical £625,000 shortfall for essential policing and security measures, threatening the future of Europe's largest street festival.
Trump's Scotland Visit Cost Police £2.4 Million
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering £2.4 million policing cost for Donald Trump's controversial 2024 Turnberry trip, burdening Scottish taxpayers amid fierce political debate.
Trump's Radical Plan to Deploy National Guard in DC Revealed
Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal Donald Trump's controversial strategy to deploy a massive federalised police and National Guard presence in Washington D.C. to combat crime, a move critics label as authoritarian and a threat to civil liberties.
Trump's Plan for Federal Police Patrols in Washington DC
Ex-President Donald Trump unveils a controversial proposal for federal forces to patrol Washington DC, directly challenging the city's local government and sparking a fierce debate on law enforcement and autonomy.
Neo-Nazi terror plot foiled: Man charged over mosque attack
A 63-year-old man has been detained in Scotland and charged with terrorism offences after police uncovered a suspected neo-Nazi plot to attack a mosque.
Dublin Garda Hunt English-Speaking Assault Suspect
Irish police are searching for an English-speaking man following a serious assault on a woman in Dublin city centre. The incident has prompted a public appeal for witnesses.
Home Office in 'two-tier policing' row over Farage security
Exclusive: Home Office faces mounting pressure as former Labour minister Dan Jarvis demands answers over alleged preferential treatment for Nigel Farage's security following an incident in Epping.
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