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Mads Mikkelsen on JK Rowling: we need ‘adult conversation’
In an interview with GQ, the actor said that although he has not read the author’s 5000-word blog about her views regarding the trans community, he believes “adult conversation” is needed around the issue. “No hateful rhetoric towards either women or trans [people] – that’s a good start. But weContinue Reading
British voters want lying politicians to face consequences – new study
Does the British public care about the integrity and honesty of its politicians? The answer to this question may profoundly shape domestic politics in the weeks ahead. The Metropolitan police are in the process of issuing fines to government officials who broke lockdown restrictions in 2020 and 2021, and theContinue Reading
Murder accused barrister granted bail on strict conditions pending trial
A leading barrister who is accused of murdering a father-of-four in a fatal shooting on farmland in Tallaght has been granted bail, after the Court of Appeal overturned the rejection of his bail application by the High Court last month. Ruling on Diarmuid Rossa Phelan’s bail application on Friday evening,Continue Reading
Sunday April 10 sees the re-opening of Dingles Fairground Museum
Sunday April 10 sees the re-opening of Dingles Fairground Museum, operated by the conservation charity The Fairground Heritage Trust. Forced to close in February 2020 as the pandemic took hold, a further setback occurred when our landlord placed the freehold of the site on the market. Our proposed new MuseumContinue Reading
A&P Group Welcomes Cruise Ship MV Balmoral to Falmouth for Dry Docking
A&P Falmouth has welcomed cruise ship MV Balmoral to its facility for ship repair works. The 218-meter cruise ship, carries 1325 passengers and is operated by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. Fred. Olsen cruise ships are regular visitors to Falmouth International Cruise Terminal, which is operated by A&P. However, this is the firstContinue Reading
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has refused to rule out another lockdown should Britain be hit by a pandemic again in Britain.
Speaking to Conservative MPs Esther McVey and Philip Davies, Mr Johnson was probed on plunging Britain into lockdowns during the Covid pandemic. In a GB News Exclusive the PM said the Government had to get the balance right while prioritising public health and saving lives. Despite admitting lockdowns had badlyContinue Reading
Gold for Discovery Centre at South West Awards
West Bay Discovery Centre collected a gold award at the prestigious South West Tourism Excellence Awards 2021/22 Finals in Exeter. The Centre won gold in Ethical, Responsible & Sustainable Business category beating off competition four other finalists. Discovery Centre Trustee John West said “we are absolutely delighted with this achievement.Continue Reading
The Best Electric Mopeds You Can Ride in 2022
Keen to avoid the petrol pump, road tax and congestion charges? Try one of these electric mopeds.Continue Reading
Boehly’s consortium take tour of Chelsea training ground as they chase takeover
TODD BOEHLY’S consortium take a tour of Chelsea’s training ground as they look to complete an historic takeover of the club. The American billionaire’s group is just one of four remaining bidders – and all will have visited Cobham by Monday. 4 Todd Boehly’s consortium take a tour of CobhamContinue Reading
‘Grim milestone’ reached in Ukraine with more than 100 attacks on health facilities and transport vehicles, WHO says
A photo shows damages from conflict areas in the Hostomel region, as Russian attacks on Ukraine continue, on April 03, 2022 in Bucha, Ukraine. Metin Aktas | Anadolu Agency | Getty Images The World Health Organization on Thursday condemned Russia’s more than 100 attacks on health-care facilities and transport vehicles,Continue Reading