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Culture Secretary calls for fines on social media for slow response to racism

The online safety regulator should use powers to fine social media companies that are not quickly removing racism, Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy told Sky News, after concerns were raised by…

Pubgoers near Clifton Suspension Bridge were left deeply disturbed after unknowingly offering to assist a double murderer in transporting the victims’ remains, police have disclosed. Yostin Andres Mosquera was found guilty on Monday of the brutal killings of Paul Longworth and Albert Alfonso in west London on 8 July 2024. Following the gruesome act, their decapitated heads were stored in a freezer, while the rest of their bodies were packed into suitcases. On 10 July, Mosquera hired a van with a driver to take him and the suitcases to Clifton Suspension Bridge. Detective Chief Inspector Ollie Stride of the Metropolitan Police revealed that bystanders, who had been at a nearby pub watching a football match, offered to help Mosquera by suggesting to drive him over the bridge as they noticed he was struggling with the heavy bags. Despite their good intentions, they were unaware of the sinister contents within the suitcases. Detective Inspector Neil Meade of Avon and Somerset Police explained that the pubgoers attempted to load the suitcases into their car but found them too heavy. Eventually, they assisted Mosquera in ordering a taxi using Google Translate due to a language barrier. «It was only later that they understood the true nature of the situation, leaving them deeply affected by the incident,» stated DCI Stride. The prosecution contended that Mosquera had planned to dispose of the bodies by throwing them off the bridge in Bristol. However, his ruse was uncovered when passers-by noticed blood seeping from the bags, despite Mosquera claiming they contained car parts. A vigilant cyclist confronted Mosquera about the suitcases and pursued him as he attempted to escape. The cyclist managed to capture footage of Mosquera on his phone, which Det Insp Meade described as crucial evidence for the investigation. «The cyclist’s quick thinking provided us with a starting point for our investigation. It was an exceptional contribution from a member of the public,» he commended. Pubgoers shocked after mistakenly offering to help killer with victims’ remains in suitcases

Members of the public have been left «traumatised» after mistakenly offering to help drive a double murderer over a bridge where he planned to dump the victims’ bodies, police have…

Funeral director shares insights on speaking to the dead, toughest moments, and pet peeves

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Report recommends abolishing Ofwat and compulsory water meters for a ‘broken’ water industry

The system for regulating water companies in England and Wales should be overhauled and replaced with one single body in the UK and another in Wales, a major review of…

Epping protests reflect growing frustration in UK

This was the fourth protest in just nine days here – around 500 people gathered outside The Bell Hotel in Epping, which is believed to house asylum seekers. There was…

Three women charged under Terrorism Act for driving van into defence factory fence in Edinburgh

Three women have been charged under the Terrorism Act after a van was driven into an external fence of a defence business in Edinburgh. The incident took place at the…

Man arrested on suspicion of double murder in St Helens fire

A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an elderly couple died following a fire at their home in St Helens. Peter Eric Greener, 77, known as…

Mother of baby with spinal muscular atrophy calls for newborn testing

The mother of baby boy, who had 22 medical appointments with nine different doctors before being diagnosed with a rare genetic condition, wants all newborns to be tested for it.…

Oleksandr Usyk defeats Daniel Dubois to reclaim undisputed heavyweight title

Oleksandr Usyk has become boxing’s undisputed heavyweight champion for a second time after beating Britain’s Daniel Dubois at a packed Wembley Stadium. The Ukrainian, 38, knocked Dubois down with a…

Leah Williamson is expected to be fit for the Euros semi-final against Italy, as her teammate Esme Morgan stated that the Lionesses are «very optimistic» about her return. Despite rolling her ankle during the dramatic win over Sweden, Williamson is reportedly on track to play in the crucial match. The team’s captain expressed pride in reaching the semi-finals for the sixth consecutive tournament, highlighting the ups and downs of their journey so far. Morgan also praised the impact of young substitute Michelle Agyemang, whose goal helped keep England in the game. Additionally, the team drew inspiration from veteran player Lucy Bronze, whose leadership and mentality have been instrumental in their success. Leah Williamson’s fitness boosts Lionesses for Euros semi-final.

The Lionesses are «very optimistic» captain Leah Williamson will be back for the Euros semi-final against Italy, according to teammate Esme Morgan. Williamson rolled her ankle during Thursday’s dramatic win…

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What is the car finance scandal – and what could today’s ruling mean for motorists? The UK’s Supreme Court is poised to deliver a groundbreaking ruling today with potentially billions of pounds at stake for banks and millions of motorists. The crucial issue before the country’s highest court is whether customers should be fully informed about the commission dealers earn on their purchases. However, it’s important to note that the Supreme Court is currently only addressing one of two parallel cases concerning the mis-selling of car finance. Here is a breakdown of both cases and how today’s ruling may impact any future compensation scheme. The first case under consideration by the Supreme Court revolves around complaints regarding the non-disclosure of commission, which affects 99% of car finance cases. Essentially, when individuals purchase a car on finance, they are essentially loaned the money which they then pay off in monthly installments. Brokers, who facilitate the finance plans, earn money through a commission, which is a percentage of the interest payments. Last year, the Court of Appeal ruled in favor of three motorists who were unaware that car dealerships they entered finance deals with were receiving a 25% commission, which was added to their bills without their knowledge. The ruling deemed it unlawful for car dealers to receive commissions from lenders without obtaining the customer’s informed consent. However, British lender Close Brothers and South Africa’s FirstRand appealed the decision, leading to the case being escalated to the Supreme Court. The second case, driven by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), involves discretionary commission arrangements (DCAs) where brokers and dealers increased interest rates without informing buyers, resulting in higher commissions. This practice was banned by the FCA in 2021, but many consumers have since complained about being overcharged before the ban. The Financial Ombudsman Service has reported handling 20,000 complaints related to this issue. In January 2024, the FCA announced a review into the potential overcharging of motor finance customers due to past use of DCAs. Car finance scandal ruling implications for motorists