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News archive for December 2011
Thursday 22nd December 2011
Multiple Baghdad attacks kill 63
A wave of thought to be coordinated bomb attacks in Baghdad has killed at least 63 people and injured 185.Wednesday 21st December 2011
Phone-hacking a ‘bog-standard tool’, says former journalist
A former Daily Mirror journalist has described phone-hacking as a “journalistic tool” for gathering information.
Fears stolen Barbara Hepworth sculpture scrapped
The theft of a Barbara Hepworth sculpture insured for £500,000 is thought to be linked to scrap metal crime.
Government borrowing falls for third month
Official figures show that the government borrowed less in November than it did that time last year.
Jamie Oliver tops Christmas book chart
The TV chef has reached number one in the Christmas book chart for the second year in a row.
Dalmatian has litter of 15 puppies
A family in Garnant, Carmarthenshire, has had fifteen additions to their home after their dalmatian, Pebbles, gave birth to an extra-large litter.
US study raises bird flu terror fears
Two authors of controversial studies on bird flu have agreed to retract key details after a US government advisory panel suggested the data could be used by terrorists.Tuesday 20th December 2011
Police watchdog says forces 'need riot tactic rules'
A watchdog has said that the police need to be given clear rules concerning the use of water cannon and plastic bullets against rioters.
January will see 5.9% rail fare rise
The Association of Train Operating Companies has said that train fares will rise by an average of 5.9% from January.
Fatal crash at Chertsey shuts M25 clockwise
A motorist has died in a crash on the M25 shortly after police tried to stop the vehicle.
MPs slam HMRC for big business ‘cosy deals’
A committee of MPs has criticised the relationship between the HMRC and big businesses concerning the settling of their tax bills.
US urges North Korea to follow a “path of peace”
Hilary Clinton says the US is willing to help North Korea creating a lasting security on the Korean peninsula.Friday 16th December 2011
Christopher Hitchens dies, aged 62
Literary critic and British-born author Christopher Hitchens has died from pneumonia, aged 62, at a Texas hospital.Thursday 15th December 2011
Liz Taylor Warhol portrait makes $662,500
A portrait of Dame Elizabeth Taylor by Andy Warhol has made $662,500 at the Christie’s auction.
Dangerous dogs sentencing guidelines proposed
Judges have published the first proposed sentencing guidelines for those convicted for dangerous dogs offences in England and Wales.
Chirac found guilty of corruption
Former French President Jacques Chirac has been convicted of diverting public funds and abusing public confidence.
Ipswich’s Chopra bailed out of £250,000 gambling debt
Championship footballer, Michael Chopra, was given a £250,000 loan by his club to help pay off his gambling debts.
Royal Wedding is most Googled topic in 2011
This year the Royal Wedding topped the list of ‘fastest rising’ search terms, followed by Apple’s yet to be released iPhone 5.Wednesday 14th December 2011
Lawyer Tom Crone continues Leveson evidence
Former News of the World legal manager, Tom Crone, has resumed giving evidence at the Leveson Inquiry today.
UK unemployment rises to 2.64 million
Unemployment in the UK rose by 128,000 in the three months to October to 2.64 million.
Thomas Cook will close 200 UK stores
Holiday company Thomas Cook has announced it will close 200 stores over the next two years as part of its UK business re-hash plan.
Elizabeth Taylor's jewels in NY auction
A jewellery collection owned by the late Dame Elizabeth Taylor is being auctioned at Christie’s in New York.
Woman’s body found in Liege killer’s shed.
Belgian Police have discovered the body of a woman in a shed belonging to the gunman who went on a rampage in Liege before killing himself.
‘Most wanted’ London rioters’ images released
Scotland Yard has released images of 213 “most wanted suspects” as part of its investigation into the London riots of August this year.Tuesday 13th December 2011
Investigation into fare-dodger train eviction
An inquiry has been launched after a fare-dodger was thrown off a train by a fellow passenger who intervened to help the conductor.
UK issued with severe weather warnings
Forecasters have said that another storm system could hit the UK this week, sparking new weather warnings.
Mary Portas reveals report into High Street revival
Retail expert Mary Portas has recommended town centres run themselves more like businesses to revive the High Street.
Report says police corruption not endemic
A report into accusations of police corruption in England and Wales has found that it is not endemic, but likewise does not give the service a "clean bill of health".
Senior MPs seek to soothe EU tension
Long-standing members of the Conservative and Lib Dem parties are trying to diffuse tensions between Nick Clegg and David Cameron after the former missed a Commons statement.Friday 9th December 2011
Farewell, Bendy Buses!
The last of London’s bendy buses will make their final journeys tonight as they are taken off the Capital’s roads.Thursday 8th December 2011
Severe Winds Close Scottish Schools
Hundreds of schools in Scotland have remained closed today after warnings from the Met Office of severe winds.
Ofqual to Investigate Exam Advice
An investigation is to be launched into the way examiners advise GCSE and A-Level teachers.Wednesday 7th December 2011
Assad 'guiltless' over Syria crackdown
The President of Syria has said he feels no guilt over the people who have died in the country during the 10-month uprising.
Racist rant woman remanded post-hearing
A woman accused of racially abusing other tram passengers appeared at Croydon Magistrates’ Court yesterday.
Patients at centre of new NHS goals
Surveys taken by patients will be the main source of data when it comes to the NHS measuring standards of care.
Apple & publishers investigated in e-book probe
The EU’s anti-trust watchdog is looking into Apple and five publishers’ doings in the e-book market after claims of anti-competitive practices.
Petition to pardon Enigma genius Alan Turing
An online petition has been launched calling for the government to posthumously pardon Alan Turing and his conviction for gross indecency.
Britons 'less willing to pay for taxes to help others'
A new survey suggests that British people are less willing than before to pay increased taxes to support the National Health Service or the environment.Tuesday 6th December 2011
Christmas costs families 'at least £182'
A study says that the lowest price for a budget Christmas for a low-income family with 2 children is £182.
Notts County footballer held over sexual assault
Striker Lee Hughes has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault after an incident with a woman at a South London Hotel.
Care homes may continue to fail
A House of Commons committee has said that the government needs to do more to monitor the finances of English care home companies.
20 killed in Afghan shrine blast
An explosion has devastated a shrine filled with worshippers marking a Shia holy day in the Afghan capital of Kabul.
Life sentence for murder unjust, say lawyers
A legal experts’ group has said that mandatory life sentences for murder in England and Wales, as well as the system for setting minimum terms, are unjust and outdated.Monday 5th December 2011
Leveson Inquiry recalls Ex-ICO investigator
The Leveson Inquiry has recalled a former investigator at the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) to give evidence.
Julian Assange will have Supreme Court hearing
The founder of WikiLeaks has won the right to have his case against extradition to Sweden heard by the Supreme Court of the UK.
Chinese pandas arrive in Edinburgh
Two giant pandas have touched down in Edinburgh after a nine-hour journey from China.
Research suggests lie-ins come from genes
Those of us who like a lie-in may be able to blame our genes for those late mornings, according to experts.
GPs ‘denied freedom to make NHS reforms work'
Doctors planning to take charge of the NHS budget in England say they are not being allowed the freedom to improve patient care by “bullying managers”.
Anger against police a factor of riots
A study has found that feelings of anger towards the police were a major contributing factor to the summer riots.More news
- Health Watchdog Accused Of Cover Up
- Number Of International Refugees Hits 7 Million
- Report Calls For Reckless Bankers To Face Jail
- Met Office Investigating “Unusual” Weather
- Men Suffering “Quiet” Cancer Epidemic
- Afghan Forces Take Over Security
- Care Home Deaths Now Being “Monitored”
- G8 Summit Begins, Syria To Dominate
- Golfer Rose Wins First Major Title
- Man Accused of Defacing Queen Portrait Due In Court
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