Met Police Vetting Scandal Exposes 131 Failed Checks
A damning review reveals 131 Met Police officers and staff committed crimes after flawed vetting. Dawn Butler MP demands urgent reforms, including a mandatory DNA database for all officers.
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Victoria Police revokes warrantless pat-down powers
Victoria Police has revoked controversial powers allowing officers to conduct warrantless pat-downs across inner Melbourne. The decision follows significant public and legal scrutiny.
Met Police vetting failures let rapists join force
A damning review reveals over 130 Met Police officers, including two serial rapists, committed crimes due to flawed vetting. Read the full report on systemic failures.
Family's agony after police error over fatal crash victim
A family endured weeks of trauma after South Yorkshire Police incorrectly identified a crash victim. Read their heartbreaking statement and the police response.
Met Police officers 'not properly vetted' in recruitment drive
A damning report reveals thousands of Met Police recruits were not properly vetted amid a national drive to boost numbers, compromising integrity and public trust. Read the full findings.
Police Misidentify Teen Crash Victim in Yorkshire
The family of Joshua Johnson, 18, speak out after police wrongly identified another boy as the victim of a fatal Rotherham car crash. Read their heartbreaking tribute.
Police error after crash: family told wrong teen survived
South Yorkshire Police referred itself to the IOPC after a tragic mix-up saw Joshua Johnson's family told he survived a Rotherham crash when he had died. Read the full story.
Met Police staff plan six more strike days in pay row
Met Police call handlers and fleet staff will strike for six days in January, following a 'hugely disruptive' New Year's Eve walkout. The dispute centres on an 'inferior' pay offer compared to police officers. Read the latest.
Freemason police officers defend membership amid Met rule
Freemason police officers say they fear for their careers after the Met Police required them to declare membership. They deny any special treatment, calling the move 'unfair'.
Volunteer officer sacked over fake police car
A volunteer Met Police officer was dismissed after fitting blue lights and sirens to his own car and driving it around London. Discover the full story and the hearing's findings.
Tech Show Boss Criticises UK Government's Lack of Support
The head of the world's biggest tech trade show, CES, has criticised the UK government for its lack of support for startups, as British exhibitors fall sharply. Read why industry leaders warn the UK risks losing ground.
Man shot by police in Thetford after crash and handgun report
A man was shot dead by armed police in Thetford, Norfolk, following a two-vehicle collision and reports he was carrying a handgun. The incident is under independent investigation.
Netanyahu-Trump Talks: Three War Fronts in Focus
Israeli PM Netanyahu heads to Florida for crucial talks with President Trump. The future of Gaza, strikes on Iran, and Hezbollah in Lebanon hang in the balance. Read the latest analysis.
Las Vegas Police Get Donated Tesla Cybertruck Fleet
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has unveiled a fleet of 10 Tesla Cybertrucks, donated anonymously. Discover the details behind this controversial $2.7m gift and its implications for modern policing.
Natural History Museum to reopen galleries shut for decades
London's Natural History Museum is unlocking two galleries closed since WWII and 2004. Discover the ambitious plans to move millions of specimens and create new public spaces before the museum's 150th anniversary.
Sweden and Germany slash aid budgets, hitting Africa
European nations, including Sweden and Germany, are redirecting aid to Ukraine and defence, causing severe cuts to health and hunger programmes in vulnerable African countries like Mozambique. Read the full analysis.
Seven Men Detained in Liverpool Over Planned Violence Fears
Armed police in Liverpool have detained seven men following intelligence about a potential violent act. Discover the full details of the tactical operation here.
UK to rejoin Erasmus+ programme in 2027
The UK is set to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ education and training scheme in 2027-28, securing a 30% discount. Discover how students and apprentices can benefit.
UK rejoins Erasmus+ student exchange scheme from 2027
The UK government has agreed to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange programme. British students and staff will be eligible to participate from January 2027. Share your views and experiences.
UK Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
The UK government has secured a deal to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ scheme from 2027, fulfilling a Labour pledge. Up to 100,000 people could benefit, reviving study and work opportunities across Europe.
UK rejoins EU Erasmus student exchange programme from 2027
The UK government announces it will re-enter the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange scheme in 2027, a move hailed by pro-EU parties as a step to fix Brexit's damage. Read the full story.
UK's Next US Ambassador: Key Contenders Emerge
As Parliament closes for Christmas, the race for the next UK ambassador to the United States takes centre stage. Plus, Britain's potential return to Erasmus and Angela Rayner's polling fallout. Listen to the full analysis.
UK set to rejoin EU Erasmus student exchange scheme in 2027
The UK is set to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ programme from January 2027, a move celebrated by students but bittersweet for those who missed out. Discover the impact on funding and opportunities.
Musicians protest BBC Radio Scotland late-night show cuts
Leading Scottish artists condemn BBC Radio Scotland's decision to axe specialist late-night shows, warning it will devastate opportunities for emerging talent. Read the full story and see who has signed the open letter.
UK to rejoin EU Erasmus student exchange programme in 2027
The UK is set to rejoin the EU's Erasmus student exchange programme from January 2027, marking a significant shift in post-Brexit relations. Discover the details of the deal and its impact.
Amazon reprimanded by Ofcom over film mix-up
Amazon Prime Video breached UK regulations after a family was shown a sexually explicit film instead of the children's movie they rented. Ofcom has issued a formal ruling.
Museum climate programme 'obstruction dressed as education'
A Queensland Museum education programme sponsored by Shell is under fire for allegedly omitting fossil fuels as the primary cause of climate change in its teaching materials. Advocacy group demands review.
Police Officer Jailed for £50k Burglary and Harassment
A serving City of London Police officer has been sentenced to over three years for stealing £50,000 in a burglary and harassing his partner. Read the full details of the case.
San Diego $12m Settlement in Police Shooting of Konoa Wilson
San Diego agrees to a $12 million settlement with the family of Konoa Wilson, a 23-year-old fatally shot by police in 2022. The case has reignited debates over US policing and use of force.
M5 Tragedy: Teen Tasered Before Being Hit by Car
Logan Smith, 18, died after leaving an ambulance on the M5 near Weston-super-Mare. The IOPC is investigating police Taser use prior to the fatal incident. Read the full report.
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