Elections for four newly created mayoralties in England will likely be postponed until 2028, the Local Government Secretary has confirmed amid accusations of an affront to democracy. The Conservatives, Reform UK, the Liberal Democrats and local figures have accused Labour of “cancelling democracy”. The inaugural mayoral elections for Sussex and Brighton, Hampshire and the Solent, […]
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Table tennis league is back eyeing expansion
The last season in 2020 went down to the wire, with Altair Partners, EFG Private Bank, and Express Autos battling for the coveted trophy on the final evening of matches before Jersey’s Covid-19 lockdown. Altair took home the honours, and will be returning to defend their title. The prevailing title-winning team consisted of Nick Watkins, […]
Posted inWorld News
Owners of island where volcano eruption killed 22 appeal over safety conviction
A volcano on White Island, New Zealand, erupted in December 2019 killing 22 tourists and tour guides.
Posted inSailing
Tough sea conditions challenge sailors and rowers in St Aubin’s
ST Aubin’s Bay was awash with rowers and Hobie Cats for Royal Channel Islands Yacht Club’s (RCIYC) recent race. The handicapped 10km GinD 4 race – part of a series – saw crews navigating buoys and markers around the outside of the bay, while sailors competed in the centre. First home was singles rower Laima […]
Posted inUK News
Green groups back farmers calling on Government to ‘fix’ agriculture sector
The Wildlife Trusts and WWF are among numerous bodies who have signed a letter to Environment Secretary Steve Reed raising their concerns.
Posted inUK News
Police to reassess decision on probe into Angela Rayner election registration
A Tory MP has alleged the Labour deputy leader made false declarations about where she lived on the electoral register.
Posted inUK News
Water firms to return £158m to customers over leaks and pollution failings
In an annual performance report, regulator Ofwat revealed that there has only been a 2% reduction in pollution since 2019.
Posted inUK News
Liz Truss bid to reform transgender law runs out of time after MPs’ filibuster
Tory backbenchers blamed Labour for avoiding a debate on the Bill, but it is understood some Tories were asked to prolong their speeches as well.
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Water firms blocked from using billpayer cash for ‘unjustifiable’ bonuses
Thames Water is among nine firms that must ensure owners and shareholders pick up the tab for £6.8 million of executive bonuses.
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Zoe Ball: TV presenter, Strictly star and host of Radio 1 and 2 breakfast shows
The 53-year-old is now planning the ‘new chapter’ in her career.
