British Isles
Friday, 06 December 2013 12:18
Ministers will order ISPs to block terrorist and extremist websites
James Brokenshire, the UK's crime and security minister, said an update on the government's plans to tackle terror content online was imminent. The government is to order broadband companies to block extremist websites and empower a…
Friday, 06 December 2013 12:17
Minister warns parents to install filters on tablets and phones bought for Christmas
Parents who buy their children tablet computers at Christmas should ensure anti-porn filters are applied, Culture Secretary Maria Miller says. Tablets such as iPads and Kindles are expected to be one of the top presents this…
Friday, 06 December 2013 12:16
Top judge to step down over lack of ‘support’ on marriage
A senior High Court judge is set to retire early, partly because of the lack of support from some of his colleagues for his pro-marriage beliefs. Sir Paul Coleridge says there are ‘hundreds’ in the judiciary…
Tuesday, 03 December 2013 14:07
Nine million in 'serious' debt across the UK
Nearly nine million people across the UK are living with serious debt problems, according to a new report. The Money Advice Service (MAS) also said very few people were making any attempt to get professional help.…
Tuesday, 03 December 2013 14:06
Knives found hidden under prison mats following Muslim gang war
Home-made knives were found hidden under prison prayer mats after an inmate was stabbed in a jail war. Officers discovered 13 razor-sharp weapons following a brawl between Muslim gangs. A young man was knifed in the…
Tuesday, 03 December 2013 14:05
Free friendship phone service for older people launchedA free 24-hour
dedicated helpline for older people across the UK has been launched by Esther Rantzen. 'The Silver Line' aims to combat loneliness in the over-65s by providing friendship, information and advice through calls to trained volunteers. Ms…