Rob Freeman
UK
Prison officers call for use of electric stun guns
The demand has been made ahead of a meeting between the Prison Officers’ Association and Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood.
By Rob Freeman
21 Apr 2025
Politics
Starmer says he could not afford to go to university today
The Labour leader said student life becoming ‘the preserve of the wealthy’ would be a ‘deep betrayal’.
By Rob Freeman
22 Aug 2023
Crime
Newspapers rally behind law change as Letby refuses to attend sentencing
Government urged to bring in legislation after child killer avoided facing families of her victims.
By Rob Freeman
22 Aug 2023
Tech
Twitter to stop TweetDeck access for unverified users
Application will only be available to all users for another 30 days
By Rob Freeman
16 Aug 2023
Politics
Interest rates a ‘hammer blow for working people’ says shadow chancellor
Rachel Reeves says rise in base rates did not need to happen as Government targets halving inflation.
By Rob Freeman
4 Aug 2023
Politics
Rishi Sunak says pay offer to doctors is ‘fair and final’
Prime Minister called on doctors to end strikes and join ‘national mission’ to cut waiting lists.
By Rob Freeman
3 Aug 2023
UK
Sinead O’Connor’s voice ‘was Ireland right down to the ground’
Singer is remembered as ‘fearless’ and the ‘greatest voice of her generation’.
By Rob Freeman
27 Jul 2023
Celebrity News
Sinead O’Connor used her fame ‘to break down stigma’
Women’s and HIV groups pay tribute to a ‘proud ally’ who ‘challenged’ Ireland.
By Rob Freeman
27 Jul 2023
UK
Modern slavery reports have doubled in UK care industry
Victims have been described as extremely vulnerable.
By Rob Freeman
25 Jul 2023
Politics
Jeremy Hunt says he was ‘blessed’ with early cancer diagnosis
Jeremy Hunt’s family has been hit by the disease and he received treatment for skin cancer
By Rob Freeman
24 Jul 2023
UK
High winds hamper fire crews tackling Brighton hotel blaze
The fire was first reported just before 5.30pm on Saturday.
By Rob Freeman
16 Jul 2023
Politics
Rayner says ‘pragmatism, not ideology’ key to Labour choices
The deputy opposition leader is ‘not for nationalising something that is going to cost us a load of money’.
By Rob Freeman
16 Jul 2023
Politics
Ben Wallace says Ukraine remarks were ‘misrepresented’
The Defence Secretary has tweeted in Ukrainian to clear up comments about showing ‘gratitude’.
By Rob Freeman
16 Jul 2023
Health15 Jul 2023
Gaming addiction clinic director ‘underestimated’ number of patients
National Centre for Gaming Disorders has seen many more referrals than expected in first three years
Environment
Bleak forecast as wind and rain hit on St Swithin’s Day
Tradition suggests the weather on July 15 will be repeated for 40 days.
By Rob Freeman
15 Jul 2023
Health
Aspartame safe unless you are drinking more than 14 cans a day - WHO
The World Health Organisation is advising a ‘bit of moderation’ in consuming the product common in diet fizzy drinks.
By Rob Freeman
14 Jul 2023
UK
Teenagers among five arrested over violent disorder outside hotel
They have been bailed and will appear at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court on Thursday July 27.
By Rob Freeman
14 Jul 2023
Health
Health Secretary labels NHS plan ‘most radical reform’ in NHS since founding
Steve Barclay says bid to recruit and retain more staff is an ‘historic opportunity to do things differently’.
By Rob Freeman
30 Jun 2023
Health
Mental health biggest issue in record NHS staff sickness levels
Data shows staff absences reached a higher level than during the height of the coronavirus pandemic.
By Rob Freeman
29 Jun 2023
Health
Digital health checks for over-40s in fight against heart disease
People will be sent a home blood test kit and asked to complete an online questionnaire.
By Rob Freeman
29 Jun 2023
Politics
UK faces being ‘starved’ of North Sea power warns energy firm boss
Labour plan to ban new licences and Government taxation policy is harming investment says company chairman.
By Rob Freeman
27 Jun 2023