Menu
04/12/2009
Other News In Brief
Radioactive Material Located
Highly radioactive material that was considered lost at Dounreay has been 'found' at a nuclear plant in Caithness, Scotland. As part of a decommissioning work, uranium-235 has appeared in old containers reopened by Dounreay Site Restoration Limited. This is a material used for nuclear weapons that had been packed 'safely' as waste years ago but not correctly recorded and, consequently, supposedly lost. Over 200 drums filled with waste have been inspected before being repacked for long-term storage. The decommissioning team explained that equipment used now to detect what is inside the drums is more accurate than those used when the plant closed.
Reviewing CCTV Uses
A report commissioned by the Scottish government has called for a debate on the use and the funds for closed circuit TV (CCTV), which are out-dated and they need urgent replacement. The country has about 2,200 CCTV cameras in public spaces and the cost of operating them over the next three years is more than £40m. According to the report, not all cameras are monitored all the time so it raised whether they are effective in preventing crimes. It questioned their current use doing new proposals such as fitting them with speakers and lights, which can be switched on when disorder occurs. The report also called for new systems compatible with equipment in prosecutors' offices and courts to allow sharing information more easily. To examine the future of CCTV, the government would establish a working group formed by professionals and stakeholders.
Alert For Poaching Gangs
Police have warned about poaching gangs, after the killing of three sheep by dogs at Buckfastleigh, England. It seems that professional poachers are operating across Devon, killing animals and also putting people at risk. Some months ago, some poachers were prosecuted for shooting deer at Haldon and police found a notebook where appeared personal information (names and telephone numbers) with orders for beef, poultry, lamb, pork, fish and venison. The business that is behind the killings can be very dangerous for people's health because the meat is being treated in an unhygienic way.
Mobile Library Offers Internet
A mobile library service located in a van will bring the internet to remote rural areas near Aberystwyth, Wales. In this way, villagers will be able to use laptop computers - paid by a number of agencies as well as broadband connections- at their community halls. At first, the library van was a place for distributing books, but now will also offers new services via the internet, acting as a link between many public agencies, too. The library van will give support to people who have not used a computer and also it will offer information about important local services as the police or the fire service.
Parents Charge With Child Neglect
The parents of the girl who was found hanged in her bedroom in Mansfield, (Nottinghamshire) last 12 September are charged with child neglect. Charlotte Avenall was an eight-year-old girl with severe learning difficulties. When she was found dead, her stepfather, Simon Moody, 32, and her mother Susan Moody, 24, were interviewed under caution. Now, they have been charged with child neglect over the girl's death at her home and released on police bail. Next Friday, they will appear at Mansfield Magistrates' Court.
(CL/BMcc)
Highly radioactive material that was considered lost at Dounreay has been 'found' at a nuclear plant in Caithness, Scotland. As part of a decommissioning work, uranium-235 has appeared in old containers reopened by Dounreay Site Restoration Limited. This is a material used for nuclear weapons that had been packed 'safely' as waste years ago but not correctly recorded and, consequently, supposedly lost. Over 200 drums filled with waste have been inspected before being repacked for long-term storage. The decommissioning team explained that equipment used now to detect what is inside the drums is more accurate than those used when the plant closed.
Reviewing CCTV Uses
A report commissioned by the Scottish government has called for a debate on the use and the funds for closed circuit TV (CCTV), which are out-dated and they need urgent replacement. The country has about 2,200 CCTV cameras in public spaces and the cost of operating them over the next three years is more than £40m. According to the report, not all cameras are monitored all the time so it raised whether they are effective in preventing crimes. It questioned their current use doing new proposals such as fitting them with speakers and lights, which can be switched on when disorder occurs. The report also called for new systems compatible with equipment in prosecutors' offices and courts to allow sharing information more easily. To examine the future of CCTV, the government would establish a working group formed by professionals and stakeholders.
Alert For Poaching Gangs
Police have warned about poaching gangs, after the killing of three sheep by dogs at Buckfastleigh, England. It seems that professional poachers are operating across Devon, killing animals and also putting people at risk. Some months ago, some poachers were prosecuted for shooting deer at Haldon and police found a notebook where appeared personal information (names and telephone numbers) with orders for beef, poultry, lamb, pork, fish and venison. The business that is behind the killings can be very dangerous for people's health because the meat is being treated in an unhygienic way.
Mobile Library Offers Internet
A mobile library service located in a van will bring the internet to remote rural areas near Aberystwyth, Wales. In this way, villagers will be able to use laptop computers - paid by a number of agencies as well as broadband connections- at their community halls. At first, the library van was a place for distributing books, but now will also offers new services via the internet, acting as a link between many public agencies, too. The library van will give support to people who have not used a computer and also it will offer information about important local services as the police or the fire service.
Parents Charge With Child Neglect
The parents of the girl who was found hanged in her bedroom in Mansfield, (Nottinghamshire) last 12 September are charged with child neglect. Charlotte Avenall was an eight-year-old girl with severe learning difficulties. When she was found dead, her stepfather, Simon Moody, 32, and her mother Susan Moody, 24, were interviewed under caution. Now, they have been charged with child neglect over the girl's death at her home and released on police bail. Next Friday, they will appear at Mansfield Magistrates' Court.
(CL/BMcc)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
07 May 2014
'Skull Cracker' In Custody In London
Kent Police, in partnership with officers from the Metropolitan Police Service, have arrested two men in East London on suspicion of conspiracy to commit armed robbery. On 3 May, Kent Police began a search for Michael Wheatley, 55, who had failed to return to HMP Standford Hill after being released on temporary licence.
'Skull Cracker' In Custody In London
Kent Police, in partnership with officers from the Metropolitan Police Service, have arrested two men in East London on suspicion of conspiracy to commit armed robbery. On 3 May, Kent Police began a search for Michael Wheatley, 55, who had failed to return to HMP Standford Hill after being released on temporary licence.
01 April 2004
New police complaints body launched today
A new independent police complaints organisation has been launched today which is designed to "increase police and public confidence" in the accountability and integrity of the police service, the Home Office has said.
New police complaints body launched today
A new independent police complaints organisation has been launched today which is designed to "increase police and public confidence" in the accountability and integrity of the police service, the Home Office has said.
14 May 2003
UK sends policing advisors to assist in Iraq
Policing experts are traveling to Iraq today to advise on the stabilisation of the security situation and to participate in a review on how to rebuild the Iraqi police service. The team of four will be led by Chief Constable of Hampshire - and Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) international portfolio holder - Paul Kernaghan.
UK sends policing advisors to assist in Iraq
Policing experts are traveling to Iraq today to advise on the stabilisation of the security situation and to participate in a review on how to rebuild the Iraqi police service. The team of four will be led by Chief Constable of Hampshire - and Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) international portfolio holder - Paul Kernaghan.
16 May 2012
Police Federation Warns Home Secretary Is "Destroying Police"
Home secretary Theresa May is facing harsh criticism from rank-and-file police officers, who say she is "on the precipice of destroying" a police service admired throughout the world.
Police Federation Warns Home Secretary Is "Destroying Police"
Home secretary Theresa May is facing harsh criticism from rank-and-file police officers, who say she is "on the precipice of destroying" a police service admired throughout the world.
12 November 2014
Release Of Police Killer Described As 'Sickening'
The release of a man convicted of killing three unarmed police officers in 1966 has been described as "sickening". Harry Roberts, now aged 78, has been released from prison after serving 48 years for 1966 murders of three unarmed police officers in Shepherd's Bush in west London.
Release Of Police Killer Described As 'Sickening'
The release of a man convicted of killing three unarmed police officers in 1966 has been described as "sickening". Harry Roberts, now aged 78, has been released from prison after serving 48 years for 1966 murders of three unarmed police officers in Shepherd's Bush in west London.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
