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19/11/2010
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Ambushed Soldier Killed In Afghanistan Named
A soldier from 1st Battalion Irish Guards killed in Afghanistan this week has been named.
While patrolling in the Nahr-e Saraj district of Helmand Province, Guardsman, Christopher Davies, 22, was shot in an ambush. His death brings the total killed in Afghanistan to 100 this year. Since 2001, the number of British servicemen and women killed in Afghanistan is 345. Christopher's death follows the death of Ranger Aaron McCormick, of the Royal Irish Regiment, who was killed in a blast on Remembrance Sunday as he worked to clear roadside bombs.
Internet Savings Unclear On Gas And Electricity Bills
New energy bills are failing to highlight customer savings that could be made by using the internet. The statements will be delivered to UK homes by the end of the year, and will explain discounts available on a customer's current tariff. However the bill will not draw attention to the fact that savings can be made by switching to an internet-based plan. A difference of £239 stands between paying by cheque and an online tariff. Ofgem have prompted suppliers to start sending out annual statements to help consumers understand their energy breakdown. The information should include the name of a customer's tariff and a reminder that you can switch provider, with advice on how to do so. Tarriff discounts that apply must also be included, compared with the same supplier's standard direct debit tariff. Controversially the statements will not pinpoint cheaper, internet-based deals for online tariffs. The deals require customers to enter meter readings online and use e-mails instead of paper bills. At present an estimated 13% of UK households are on an online energy plan.
Builder Prosecuted Over Collapse Of St Neots Christmas Lights
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is prosecuting London based Broadland (Builders) Limited, for alleged breaches of health and safety legislation. The prosecution follows HSE’s investigation into the collapse of the Christmas decorations spanning the High Street, St Neots on 29 November 2007. The decoration, a fixing and a large piece of masonry fell into the road, and further masonry fell to the pavement below, injuring two members of the public. It is alleged that Broadland (Builders) Limited of Whetstone, London, the firm subcontracted to install the decorations, contravened a section of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act in that it failed to ensure the safety of people not in its employment. The case is due to be heard at Huntingdon Magistrates Court on 26 January 2011.
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A soldier from 1st Battalion Irish Guards killed in Afghanistan this week has been named.
While patrolling in the Nahr-e Saraj district of Helmand Province, Guardsman, Christopher Davies, 22, was shot in an ambush. His death brings the total killed in Afghanistan to 100 this year. Since 2001, the number of British servicemen and women killed in Afghanistan is 345. Christopher's death follows the death of Ranger Aaron McCormick, of the Royal Irish Regiment, who was killed in a blast on Remembrance Sunday as he worked to clear roadside bombs.
Internet Savings Unclear On Gas And Electricity Bills
New energy bills are failing to highlight customer savings that could be made by using the internet. The statements will be delivered to UK homes by the end of the year, and will explain discounts available on a customer's current tariff. However the bill will not draw attention to the fact that savings can be made by switching to an internet-based plan. A difference of £239 stands between paying by cheque and an online tariff. Ofgem have prompted suppliers to start sending out annual statements to help consumers understand their energy breakdown. The information should include the name of a customer's tariff and a reminder that you can switch provider, with advice on how to do so. Tarriff discounts that apply must also be included, compared with the same supplier's standard direct debit tariff. Controversially the statements will not pinpoint cheaper, internet-based deals for online tariffs. The deals require customers to enter meter readings online and use e-mails instead of paper bills. At present an estimated 13% of UK households are on an online energy plan.
Builder Prosecuted Over Collapse Of St Neots Christmas Lights
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is prosecuting London based Broadland (Builders) Limited, for alleged breaches of health and safety legislation. The prosecution follows HSE’s investigation into the collapse of the Christmas decorations spanning the High Street, St Neots on 29 November 2007. The decoration, a fixing and a large piece of masonry fell into the road, and further masonry fell to the pavement below, injuring two members of the public. It is alleged that Broadland (Builders) Limited of Whetstone, London, the firm subcontracted to install the decorations, contravened a section of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act in that it failed to ensure the safety of people not in its employment. The case is due to be heard at Huntingdon Magistrates Court on 26 January 2011.
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03 May 2011
Ian Tomlinson Unlawfully Killed, Finds Jury
An inquest jury has ruled that Ian Tomlinson was unlawfully killed at the G20 protests in London. Mr Tomlinson, 47, died after he was struck by a baton by Pc Simon Harwood on 1 April 2009 during the London protests. The jury determined the officer used "excessive and unreasonable" force on Mr Tomlinson who was not taking part in the protests.
Ian Tomlinson Unlawfully Killed, Finds Jury
An inquest jury has ruled that Ian Tomlinson was unlawfully killed at the G20 protests in London. Mr Tomlinson, 47, died after he was struck by a baton by Pc Simon Harwood on 1 April 2009 during the London protests. The jury determined the officer used "excessive and unreasonable" force on Mr Tomlinson who was not taking part in the protests.
24 June 2004
Death toll on British roads rises by 2% in 2003
The number of deaths on Britain's roads rose by 2% between 2002 and 2003, according to the latest figures released from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) today. Statistics found that road deaths were up from 3,431 in 2002 to 3,508 in 2003. However, the total number of people killed or seriously injured fell by 6% to 37,215 people.
Death toll on British roads rises by 2% in 2003
The number of deaths on Britain's roads rose by 2% between 2002 and 2003, according to the latest figures released from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) today. Statistics found that road deaths were up from 3,431 in 2002 to 3,508 in 2003. However, the total number of people killed or seriously injured fell by 6% to 37,215 people.
09 July 2013
ECHR Ruling Whole-Life Tariff In Breach Of Human Rights
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ruled that whole-life sentences, without any prospect of release, are a breach of human rights. The court was ruling on a challenge brought by Jeremy Bamber, Peter Moore and Douglas Vinter. The three claimed that the denial of any prospect of release was in violation of Article 3 of the ECHR.
ECHR Ruling Whole-Life Tariff In Breach Of Human Rights
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ruled that whole-life sentences, without any prospect of release, are a breach of human rights. The court was ruling on a challenge brought by Jeremy Bamber, Peter Moore and Douglas Vinter. The three claimed that the denial of any prospect of release was in violation of Article 3 of the ECHR.
14 October 2011
Regulator Demands Basic Electricity Tariff
The energy regulator has published demands on suppliers to offer standard tariffs and more choice, just as companies record an increase in margins. Regulator Ofgem said in its 'Promoting Choice and Value' document, published on Friday, that tariff complexity, poor supplier behaviour and lack of transparency needed "radical change".
Regulator Demands Basic Electricity Tariff
The energy regulator has published demands on suppliers to offer standard tariffs and more choice, just as companies record an increase in margins. Regulator Ofgem said in its 'Promoting Choice and Value' document, published on Friday, that tariff complexity, poor supplier behaviour and lack of transparency needed "radical change".
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