Menu
19/04/2013
Other News In Brief
John Leslie And Estate Of Jade Goody Settle With NGN
Ex-Blue Peter host John Leslie, the estate of Jade Goody and ex-Tory MP Neil Hamilton and wife Christine have settled their phone-hacking claim against News Group Newspapers, publishers of the News of the World.
NGN apologised and agreed to pay "substantial" damages and costs at the High Court in London.
They were among hundreds of victims of the illegal practice which prompted the paper's closure in 2011.
PCC Chairman Apologises For Chauffeur Costs
Cumbria's police crime commissioner Richard Rhodes has apologised for using a taxpayer funded chauffeur-driven car.
It is claimed two trips cost £700.
Rhodes said he failed to check the cost of the car and driver before using it for the first time.
It is understood that Cumbria Police has so far arrested three people in connection with leaking the information about Mr Rhodes chauffeur-driven journeys to the public.
Investigation Launched In oil Covered Bird Deaths
An investigation into discharges by chemical tankers have been launched after hundreds of dead birds washed up along the south coast, the transport minister has said.
Seabirds have been left covered in oil additive polyisobutene (PIB) in two major incidents this year.
Mr Hammond said the inquiry's results would be passed to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).
(H)
Ex-Blue Peter host John Leslie, the estate of Jade Goody and ex-Tory MP Neil Hamilton and wife Christine have settled their phone-hacking claim against News Group Newspapers, publishers of the News of the World.
NGN apologised and agreed to pay "substantial" damages and costs at the High Court in London.
They were among hundreds of victims of the illegal practice which prompted the paper's closure in 2011.
PCC Chairman Apologises For Chauffeur Costs
Cumbria's police crime commissioner Richard Rhodes has apologised for using a taxpayer funded chauffeur-driven car.
It is claimed two trips cost £700.
Rhodes said he failed to check the cost of the car and driver before using it for the first time.
It is understood that Cumbria Police has so far arrested three people in connection with leaking the information about Mr Rhodes chauffeur-driven journeys to the public.
Investigation Launched In oil Covered Bird Deaths
An investigation into discharges by chemical tankers have been launched after hundreds of dead birds washed up along the south coast, the transport minister has said.
Seabirds have been left covered in oil additive polyisobutene (PIB) in two major incidents this year.
Mr Hammond said the inquiry's results would be passed to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).
(H)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
24 November 2011
'Questions Remain' Despite Murdoch Jnr Resignation
Labour's Media Secretary has said that James Murdoch still had questions to answer despite stepping down from the board of News Group Newspapers. News International, a News Corp.
'Questions Remain' Despite Murdoch Jnr Resignation
Labour's Media Secretary has said that James Murdoch still had questions to answer despite stepping down from the board of News Group Newspapers. News International, a News Corp.
23 September 2003
Lib Dems claim road accident costs 'grossly underestimated'
According to research unveiled by the Liberal Democrats today, the government has ignored the full extent of road deaths and casualties by "grossly underestimating" the number and cost of road traffic accidents.
Lib Dems claim road accident costs 'grossly underestimated'
According to research unveiled by the Liberal Democrats today, the government has ignored the full extent of road deaths and casualties by "grossly underestimating" the number and cost of road traffic accidents.
23 April 2014
Eight Renewable Energy Projects Approved
Plans for eight major renewable energy projects have been approved by the government as part of energy measures, expected to generate enough clean power for three million homes, support 8,500 new jobs and attract more than £12bn in private investment.
Eight Renewable Energy Projects Approved
Plans for eight major renewable energy projects have been approved by the government as part of energy measures, expected to generate enough clean power for three million homes, support 8,500 new jobs and attract more than £12bn in private investment.
17 February 2014
Employment Growth Rate To Slow Say CIPD
The recent growth in the number of people employed is expected to slow again the coming months, the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development (CIPD) has said.
Employment Growth Rate To Slow Say CIPD
The recent growth in the number of people employed is expected to slow again the coming months, the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development (CIPD) has said.
04 July 2011
Fairer Adult Social Care Funding Sought
Costs would be capped and the means-tested threshold increased under major changes to the funding of adult social care in England, recommended today by the Commission on Funding of Care and Support in its final report Fairer Care Funding.
Fairer Adult Social Care Funding Sought
Costs would be capped and the means-tested threshold increased under major changes to the funding of adult social care in England, recommended today by the Commission on Funding of Care and Support in its final report Fairer Care Funding.
-
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.
