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Inquiry Reveals Killer Valdo Calocane Assaulted Officer at Nottingham Station

The Nottingham attacks inquiry revealed killer Valdo Calocane assaulted a police officer upon custody. The hearing scrutinized police response and communication failures during the June 2023 stabbing and vehicle ramming attacks.

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Nottinghamshire Police CCTV still showing Valdo Calocane, stood on the back of a police van in an enclosed garage, kicking one of six police officers stood nearby

Thomas Niven Identified as Man Found Dead in Coventry Wheelie Bin

Thomas Niven, 37, was found dead in a wheelie bin in Coventry's Cash's Park. Police have arrested three suspects as the murder inquiry continues. His family paid tribute, describing him as a loving and caring man whose life was tragically cut short.

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Family handout A man with short blond hair is smiling widely at the camera

Bad Weather Causes Petrol Shortages at Uist Filling Stations

Bad weather has caused petrol shortages at filling stations across Uist in the Western Isles, with deliveries delayed and concerns raised by healthcare workers. Fuel supplies are expected to be restored later this week.

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BBC A filling station in Uist on a wet day, There is a row of pumps and a paper notice wrapped around one that says "out of order".

Inquiry Finds Risk Assessment for Fatal River Tay Trip Inadequate

An inquiry revealed the risk assessment for a fatal River Tay boarding trip was inadequate. The FAI also investigates the death of instructor Ruaridh Stevenson during a canyoning incident in 2024.

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COPFS Kayden Walker looking directly at the camera. The picture is filtered with a brown-grey filter over the top and several white marks. Kayden is 12 years old and has dark eyes and dark hair covering his forehead.

Court Hears Details of 'Cynical, Predatory' Beach Rape Case in Brighton

Three asylum seekers stand trial at Hove Crown Court accused of repeatedly raping a woman on Brighton beach while one filmed the attack. The victim was intoxicated and incapacitated during the alleged assault on 4 October 2025.

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Eddie Mitchell Two men in a composite image. One is wearing grey clothing and another is wearing a black jacket. The man in grey appears to be handcuffed to another person's arm.

New Leads Emerge in Investigation of Man Found Dead in Wetsuit at Reservoir

Dyfed-Powys Police have received numerous new leads in the case of a man found dead in a wetsuit at Clearwen Reservoir. The investigation continues to focus on identifying the man, who was discovered after approximately 12 weeks in the water.

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Face Lab at Liverpool John Moores University Digital recreation of missing man's face.

New Driving Test Booking Rules Confirmed with Key Dates Set

The DVSA will introduce new driving test booking rules from May and June, restricting bookings to learners only and limiting location changes to nearby centres, aiming to prevent exploitation and unfair practices.

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Getty Images Two women in a car. The younger one is at the wheel. She is white and has blonde hair and is wearing a hoodie. An older mixed-race woman is instructing her. The car is yellow-green

Ministers Continue Disputes Over Delayed UK Defence Investment Plan

The UK government continues to face internal disputes delaying its 10-year defence investment plan, affecting suppliers and military readiness ahead of May elections.

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Reuters Three RAF Typhoon aircraft, with their canopies open, prepare to depart RAF Coningsby for Qatar

Glasgow Central Station Partially Reopens After Major Fire

Glasgow Central Station will partially reopen Wednesday after a major fire closed it since March 8. Some Scotrail and cross-border services resume with limited platforms and access. Safety remains a priority amid ongoing demolition of a damaged Victorian building.

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BBC Platforms 7 and 8 barriers at a deserted Glasgow Central Station

Arran Ferry Services Halted After New Fault on MV Glen Sannox

Ferry services to Arran are suspended after MV Glen Sannox encountered a new engine fault shortly after returning to service. The issue follows previous vibration problems linked to propeller design, with repairs underway and alternative routes affected.

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Christopher Brindle A large black and white ship with red funnels

UK Covid Inquiry: Purpose, Findings, Costs, and Public Involvement Explained

The UK Covid inquiry, launched in 2022, investigates government pandemic response, publishing critical reports on preparedness and political decisions. It has cost over £100m and heard evidence from key figures including Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak. Further reports are due through 2027.

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Getty Images A woman wearing a face mask, sunglasses and a red coat walks past a rainbow mural on a wall which reads "Stay alert save lives" during the Covid pandemic.

Father and Son Discover Dead Dolphin on Cambridgeshire Riverbank

A father and son found a dead dolphin on the New Bedford Riverbank in Cambridgeshire. Experts say such sightings are rare and the cause of death is under investigation.

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Archie Wayman A dolphin is lying on a grass embankment next to a river which is on the left. It is black and beige and there is a person standing behind it on the right.