Five Police Officers Injured in Thames Boat Crash
Five police officers were injured when their boat hit Westminster Bridge on the River Thames, with casualties treated by paramedics and a police helicopter overhead.
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Burnham must keep paedophiles in prison, not silly ideas
Andy Burnham halted the release of 5,000 violent criminals, but needs to do more to build prisons and protect victims, writes Carole Malone.
MPs' staff demand tighter security after threats and abuse
Exclusive survey finds 78% of MPs' staff received threats, 30% fear for safety, and half show clinical distress. Andy Burnham plans security review after Ann Widdecombe murder.
Westminster Bridge standstill casualties treated
Emergency services deal with incident on the Thames at Westminster Bridge. Traffic halted, casualties treated on boat.
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Complex work to secure Edinburgh fire-hit building continues
Painstaking work is ongoing to secure the burned-out building on Edinburgh's Princes Street, with steelwork being attached to the facade, says council leader Jane Meagher.
66 Arrested in Merseyside Police Raids Seizing Zombie Knives
Merseyside Police arrested 66 people in a major operation seizing zombie knives, machetes, bullets, drugs, and £500,000 in suspected counterfeit designer goods.
Sally Anne Bowman's mum speaks out after cop shared photos
Linda Bowman said ex-Met Police Det Sgt Jason Grafham's actions were 'unforgivable' after he kept and shared photos of her murdered daughter's body.
Four men die in Huyton crash; drone no-fly zone imposed
Four men aged 23 to 26 died after their car hit a lamppost in Huyton. A 27-year-old passenger is stable in hospital. A drone no-fly zone is in place.
Four men killed in major crash in Huyton, police say
Four men aged 23, 24, and 26 died after a black Seat Cupra crashed into a lamppost on Liverpool Road in Huyton. A 27-year-old passenger is in hospital stable.
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Armed police in Whiston after incident on Redware Lane
A large emergency services presence, including armed police and a helicopter, has been spotted on Redware Lane in Whiston, which has been cordoned off.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach statement after Big Dipper incident
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Resort confirmed no injuries after the Big Dipper stopped with riders on Thursday July 23, with a manual deboarding and investigation underway.
Dogs nearly died in fire started by 10-year-olds on illegal e-bike
Two dogs were nearly killed in a fire started by 10-year-old boys riding an illegal e-bike in Darlington. Police visited the boys, one admitted starting the fire, both referred to services.
Bodycam shows rescue of two boys seconds from drowning
Bodycam footage captures the dramatic rescue of two boys, aged 10 and 12, who were seconds from drowning after becoming trapped beneath Blackpool Pier on May 28.
Five Treated After Early Morning House Fire in Ellon
Five people were treated for smoke inhalation after a house fire in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, early on Friday. Four fire crews responded to the blaze at Kingston Gardens.
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Pembrokeshire dog beach ban enforcement under scrutiny
Pembrokeshire Council maintains a 'warn and inform' approach to dog beach restrictions, as councillor questions bylaws and enforcement.
What to Do If Your Neighbour Is Smoking Cannabis
If your neighbour smokes cannabis, you can report it to the police or council. The drug remains illegal, with fines or prison possible.
Police dismissals hit record high for third year in England and Wales
A record 461 officers were sacked in 2025/26, with Greater Manchester Police dismissing 21, as total police numbers fall slightly.
Newcastle city centre gets extra police patrols in ASB crackdown
Northumbria Police launches Operation Toonwatch in Newcastle city centre to tackle anti-social behaviour with increased patrols and multi-agency cooperation this summer.
Lifebuoys not recommended on Mersea beach where pair died
An independent beach risk assessment four months before the tragedy did not recommend public rescue equipment on West Mersea beach, Colchester Council confirmed.
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Boy, 7, critically ill after mother and daughter drown in Essex
A seven-year-old boy is critically ill after a family beach tragedy claimed the life of a London mother and her teenage daughter in West Mersea, Essex.
Three Arrested After Swansea Disturbance
Three arrests made after a disturbance on Gomer Road in Swansea; a 41-year-old man is in hospital with injuries. Police investigation ongoing.
State pension age rise to 67 sparks poverty fears
MPs warn that the state pension age increase to 67 may push more into poverty, with many unaware of the change and healthy life expectancy falling.
Search for Two Men Missing Near Haven Holiday Park
Two men, Simon and Connor, are missing after being seen with inflatable kayaks at a beach near Hafan-y-Mor, Pwllheli, North Wales. A major search is underway.
Brit in Benidorm warns town not safe for children
Brit Harry Poulton urges families to avoid Benidorm during summer, citing drunk public indecency and unsuitable behavior for kids.
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Manchester Airport warns on carry-on luggage after confiscations
Manchester Airport confiscated nearly 100 items in a morning, including a whisky decanter shaped like a handgun, yoghurts, and a leg massager, urging passengers to check hand luggage rules to avoid delays.
GP practice in County Durham 'did not care' about staff wellbeing
CQC upgrades Lanchester Medical Centre from inadequate to requires improvement but finds staff wellbeing concerns persist.
Man dies, three in hospital after Bedford suspected explosion
A man has died and three others are in hospital after a suspected explosion on an industrial estate in Bedford on Thursday afternoon.
Police Cordon in Rochdale After Serious Incident
A large area in Rochdale town centre has been cordoned off by police on Thursday night amid a serious incident, with unconfirmed reports of a stabbing.
Firefighters tackle shed blaze between two houses in Crumpsall
Three fire engines and paramedics rushed to Edilom Road in Crumpsall after a shed fire erupted between two houses; residents evacuated safely.
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Mother of drowned boy Joe warns of open water naivety
The mother of Joe Absess, who drowned in 2023, calls for mandatory water safety education in schools as part of England's first drowning prevention strategy.
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