Schoolboy, 11, fatally hit by train while on phone
A heartbreaking rail accident report reveals how an 11-year-old boy's mobile phone use contributed to a fatal level crossing incident, sparking urgent safety warnings.
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Manslaughter probe after worker dies at Roman Tower site
Exclusive: Health and Safety Executive launches corporate manslaughter investigation after construction worker dies at Chester's controversial Roman Tower development site, raising urgent safety concerns.
Train worker hailed hero after confronting knife attacker
Samir Zitouni, a railway employee, has been praised for his extraordinary bravery after intervening during a violent stabbing attack at a Cambridgeshire train station, potentially saving multiple lives.
LNER rail worker critical after stabbing - family hail hero
A railway worker for LNER remains in critical condition following a violent stabbing incident, with his family describing him as a hero and the train company expressing extreme pride in their employee.
LNER guard hero confronts knifeman at Huntingdon station
A quick-thinking LNER train guard is being praised for his heroic actions during a terrifying stabbing incident at Huntingdon railway station that left multiple people injured.
Hero soldier stops Huntington train knife attacker
An off-duty soldier has been hailed as a hero after confronting a knife-wielding attacker on a Huntington-bound train, preventing potential tragedy and saving multiple passengers from harm.
Londoners push for Tube snogging ban before 10am
New research reveals Londoners want to ban kissing and snogging on the Underground before 10am, with many commuters finding early morning PDA unacceptable during rush hour.
London council wins vape shop court battle
Havering Council secures major legal victory to shut down illegal vape retailer in Romford, setting precedent for crackdown on shops selling to children.
Westminster gains powers to regulate Central London pedicabs
Westminster Council gains unprecedented authority to regulate pedicabs in Central London, targeting noise pollution, safety concerns and unfair pricing practices that have plagued the West End.
London Tube Chaos: Severe Delays Hit Three Lines
Major disruption strikes Central, District and London Overground lines with severe delays and part-suspensions causing commuter chaos across the capital.
UK Government's AI Spending: Exclusive Figures Revealed
New data exposes the staggering amount UK government departments are pouring into artificial intelligence technology, with spending reaching unprecedented levels across Whitehall.
Mental Health Experts, Not Police, For Crisis Calls
Exclusive analysis reveals how sending mental health professionals instead of armed officers to emergency calls could save lives and transform public safety in the UK.
Airport Security Hits UK Railway Stations
Major UK railway stations are implementing airport-style security screening with metal detectors and bag searches as part of a significant counter-terrorism initiative following recent threats.
Labour leaders signal potential tax increases ahead of budget
Labour leaders hint at possible tax rises to fund public services, breaking with pre-election tradition in unusual pre-budget speech positioning.
UK bans strangulation pornography in online safety crackdown
New legislation makes it illegal to publish non-consensual strangulation content online, with offenders facing unlimited fines in England and Wales.
Birmingham bus attacked with firework rocket launcher
Dramatic video captures the moment a Birmingham bus driver was targeted by a yob armed with a makeshift firework launcher, forcing passengers to flee in terror.
Police Hunt For Man After Station Assault
CCTV appeal launched after violent incident at Tulse Hill station leaves victim needing hospital treatment. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Train attacker's chilling warning before stabbing
Shocking details emerge as a knifeman on a London train warned passengers of his intentions moments before a brutal stabbing that's left the city on edge.
Huntingdon stabbings expose UK's failed security debate
The tragic Huntingdon train station attack reveals how political fixation on immigration numbers is failing communities and undermining real public safety solutions.
Britain's Railway Safety: The Real Story
An in-depth investigation into the safety of Britain's railways reveals surprising statistics about passenger risk, infrastructure concerns and what travellers really need to know before boarding.
Train mass stabbing: 15 minutes of terror revealed
A detailed account of the horrific mass stabbing aboard a commuter train, where 15 minutes of violence left multiple victims and raised urgent questions about public transport safety.
Rail Safety Crisis: Urgent Summit After Near-Misses
Transport Secretary demands immediate action following series of dangerous safety breaches across UK rail network, putting passengers and staff at risk.
Equality Commission guidance 'unworkable' say councils
New Equality and Human Rights Commission guidance on single-sex spaces has been branded 'fundamentally unworkable' by local authorities and public bodies, creating confusion and legal uncertainty across Britain.
Big Pharma's Tax Breaks: Are We Getting NHS Value?
Exclusive analysis reveals pharmaceutical giants received massive tax incentives while NHS faces funding crisis. Experts demand transparency on whether these breaks are delivering promised benefits to UK healthcare.
TfL Safety Investigations: Full Timeline of London Transport Incidents
Exclusive timeline reveals multiple serious incidents across London's transport network currently under official investigation, raising urgent safety questions for commuters.
NHS Urgent Medicine Warning: Don't Make This Mistake
Health authorities issue critical safety alert about prescription medication storage as temperatures rise across the UK
Two Girls Injured in Ferris Wheel Fall at NC Fair
Emergency services rushed to the scene after two young girls fell from a Ferris wheel at the Cleveland County Fair, raising serious questions about ride safety protocols.
Artists fight climate crisis with living Newton sculpture
Discover how contemporary artists are using striking public installations across Britain to confront the climate emergency, including a revolutionary piece reimagining Isaac Newton with a living apple tree growing from his head.
Huntingdon Train Knifeman Asked 'Are You Christian?' Before Attack
Shocking details emerge as a knifeman terrorised passengers on a Huntingdon train, asking 'Are you a Christian?' before stabbing a man in brutal religiously-motivated attack.
Maldives bans smoking for post-2007 generation
The Maldives introduces a groundbreaking tobacco ban prohibiting anyone born after 2007 from ever purchasing cigarettes, creating a 'smoke-free generation' in the island paradise.
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