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
Crime11 Jun 2023
Man charged with murder after couple found dead in Newhaven
The married couple were discovered after police called to house
Politics
Nation’s papers have a mixed response to Boris Johnson’s resignation
Differing opinions of ‘a giant felled’ and ‘professional clown’ as newspapers react to ex-PM’s resignation.
By Rob Freeman
10 Jun 2023
Politics
New Government free speech tsar says ‘democracy is at stake’
Professor Arif Ahmed appointed to role as part of Higher Education Act.
By Rob Freeman
1 Jun 2023
Politics
University funding model needs reforming warn vice-chancellors
Government told it needs to ‘take decisions’ to preventing weakening higher education sector.
By Rob Freeman
1 Jun 2023
Money
Study uncovers lack of knowledge of state pensions
The most common misconception among workers was about National Insurance contributions.
By Rob Freeman
31 May 2023
Politics
‘Enough is enough’ – Mother of dog attack victim calls for change in the law
Emma Whitfield is demanding action after her 10-year-old son Jack Lis was killed by an XL Bully.
By Rob Freeman
30 May 2023
Politics
Government looks to tidy up guidance on recycling
People will be asked to be more selective in what they send to recycling centres.
By Rob Freeman
30 May 2023
Politics
Johnson dismissed Macron as ‘Putin’s lickspittle’, says former comms chief
Podcast recalls the former prime minister’s anger at the French president and bond with Ukraine’s leader.
By Rob Freeman
18 May 2023
Politics
Car giants urge Government to change Brexit deal for electric vehicle manufacturing
Vauxhall’s owners tell inquiry existing agreement will put UK at “major competitive disadvantage”.
By Rob Freeman
17 May 2023
UK
Lancaster flypast pays 80th anniversary tribute to Dambusters
The UK’s last airworthy Lancaster bomber toured former RAF bases.
By Rob Freeman
17 May 2023
Celebrity News
Myleene Klass eyes becoming an MP but not picking sides
I’m A Celebrity… winner admits she has been approached by Labour and Conservatives
By Rob Freeman
14 May 2023
Health
Home-testing kits for hepatitis C made available in England
The free service is designed to reach people who may not access other health services
By Rob Freeman
13 May 2023
Tech
AI pioneer warns Government offering little defence against threat of technology
Professor Stuart Russell says ‘stakes couldn’t be higher’ amid rise of super-intelligent machines.
By Rob Freeman
13 May 2023
UK
Man charged with attempted murder after attack on 71-year-old woman
The woman remains in hospital in a critical condition.
By Rob Freeman
8 May 2023
Showbiz
London-born singer Linda Lewis dies aged 72
London-born singer-songwriter had solo success and provided backing vocals for stars like David Bowie.
By Rob Freeman
4 May 2023
World
Final UK evacuation flight leaves Sudan
Foreign Office confirms there will be no more flights from war-torn Sudan
By Rob Freeman
4 May 2023
Politics
Donald Trump due to visit his golf resort in Ireland
Former US president has been playing golf at Turnberry on a trip to Scotland.
By Rob Freeman
3 May 2023
Business News
HSBC see profits soar over first quarter of 2023
Banking group announces payment of first dividend since before the pandemic.
By Rob Freeman
2 May 2023