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Ferry firm spends £1m on Turkish hotel for staff

CalMac under fire after spending over £1 million on luxury accommodation in Turkey for staff overseeing vessel construction while Scottish ferry services face chronic delays and cancellations.

Dover and Eurotunnel chaos as Easter travel begins

Severe delays plague Dover and Eurotunnel as technical issues and high passenger volumes create travel nightmare for Easter holidaymakers. Find out what's causing the chaos and when services might return to normal.

NZ compensates Samoa for 2012 ferry disaster

In a landmark move, New Zealand offers a formal apology and NZ$12.7 million compensation to Samoa for the 2012 ferry sinking that claimed five lives, marking a significant moment in Pacific diplomacy.

Record 130 children suspended daily for drugs and smoking

Shocking new figures reveal an unprecedented surge in school suspensions and expulsions linked to substance abuse, with a record 130 children suspended in just one day. Experts warn of a growing behavioural crisis in England's classrooms.

Katie Price flaunts 17th boob job and weight loss

Reality TV star Katie Price stuns in a tiny bralette, showcasing her 17th breast augmentation and significant weight loss at Chloe Ferry's extravagant 30th birthday party in Newcastle.

Ditch the Airport: Best Short Ferry Routes to Europe

Escape the airport hassle and rediscover the joy of travel. Our guide reveals the most scenic and convenient short ferry crossings from the UK to Europe, from the classic Channel routes to hidden gem connections.

Martha's Vineyard Fury Over Steep Ferry Price Hikes

Outrage erupts on the exclusive island of Martha's Vineyard as residents face a sudden and steep increase in ferry fares to Massachusetts, threatening local livelihoods and sparking accusations of corporate greed.

EU Border Chaos: 14-Hour Queues Warning for Brits

British travellers are being warned of severe delays and 'nightmare' queues at EU borders this autumn due to the launch of a new biometric Entry/Exit System. Experts predict waits of up to 14 hours, threatening summer getaways and vital ferry services.

P&O Ferries CEO grilled by MPs over mass sackings

P&O Ferries boss Peter Hebblethwaite faces a fiery parliamentary hearing, defending the controversial dismissal of 786 staff without consultation. The government faces pressure to tighten employment laws.

P&O Ferries 'Most Hated Boss' Peter Hebblethwaite to Quit

P&O Ferries CEO Peter Hebblethwaite, who sparked national outrage by sacking 800 staff without notice, is stepping down. His controversial tenure ends as the firm faces ongoing scrutiny over its 2022 mass dismissal scandal.

P&O Ferries CEO admits breaking law in mass sackings

P&O Ferries boss Peter Hebblethwaite was grilled by MPs after admitting to deliberately breaking employment law by sacking 800 staff without consultation. The CEO's defiant testimony has ignited a political firestorm and calls for stronger worker protecti

School Racism Suspensions Double, Involve 4-Year-Olds

Exclusive Department for Education data reveals a dramatic doubling of racist behaviour suspensions in UK schools, with incidents involving pupils as young as four years old. Experts warn of a deepening societal crisis.

Chloe Ferry Leads Celeb Cosmetic Surgery Reversal Trend

Geordie Shore's Chloe Ferry joins a growing movement of celebrities opting to dissolve or remove cosmetic enhancements, sparking a major shift in beauty standards. Discover why the 'reverse surgery' trend is taking the UK by storm.

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