[ad_1] Dan MartinBBC News, LeicesterBBCLouise Gather said she had a lovely time at the park and was surprised to get a visit from policeA woman says police overreacted by trying to ban her from a park over allegations she was illegally foraging for mushrooms.Louise Gather said a police officer came to her home and attempted to issue her with a community resolution report after she visited Bradgate Park, in Leicestershire,
[ad_1] Kevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentBBCMarcus Johnson bought his first car on financeA case to determine whether millions of motorists are in line for compensation will be heard by the UK's most senior judges this week.A Court of Appeal judgement last year sent shockwaves through the car finance sector, when it ruled that hidden commission payments to dealers were unlawful.Companies claim they did nothing wrong, and said they await much-needed
[ad_1] Niall McCrackenBBC News NI Mid Ulster ReporterBBCDungannon Boxing Club was formed in 1987"A few years ago I was going through a really rough period in my life, then I joined the boxing club, and honestly it gave me a reason to live."Eoin Mellon from County Tyrone only started boxing in his late teens, but said it has had a profound impact on his life.He is part of a group
[ad_1] Getty ImagesJournalists can request to report from family courts after new transparency rules were announced last yearParents and children experiencing shorter family court hearings following a government review is "encouraging", a minister has said. The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) said a pilot scheme in some courts, intended to reduce delays and better support victims of domestic abuse, had reduced the duration of cases from an average of 29 weeks
[ad_1] David DeansPolitical reporter, BBC Wales NewsBBCCardiff has seen a network of cycle lanes spring up in recent yearsCampaigners have warned that changes to the Welsh government's cycling policies are putting efforts to get people on their bikes at "risk".The Welsh government has spent millions on encouraging people to walk and cycle, with councils bidding for cash to build new infrastructure.But Transport Secretary Ken Skates said his priority was now
[ad_1] Pamela TickellBBC News, North East and CumbriaReutersThe city centre was at a standstill as fans cheered the buses through the streets of NewcastleHundreds of thousands of supporters flooded into Newcastle to celebrate the football club's historic cup win.Newcastle United won the Carabao Cup earlier this month, ending their 70-year wait for domestic silverware.The team travelled on two open-top buses through the city centre's streets, which were packed with crowds,
[ad_1] A sea of black and white took over the streets of Newcastle as fans celebrated the team's Carabao Cup win. TV presenters and longtime supporters Ant and Dec joined players on the open-top bus as Newcastle United supporters cheered the parade. The night ended at Town Moor with the team taking turns to lift the trophy and a drone display recreated Newcastle's Wembley win against Liverpool. [ad_2] Source link
[ad_1] Helen CattPolitical correspondentJeff Overs / BBCAmanda Spielman, who was Ofsted chief inspector when head teacher Ruth Perry took her own life after an inspection, is set to become a peer in the House of Lords.She is understood to have been nominated for the honour, yet to be announced, by Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch - who has not commented.A Conservative source described her as a "brilliant thinker with a wealth
[ad_1] A man has been charged following an assault which police are treating as racially motivated hate crime.The incident happened in the John Street area of west Belfast on Thursday. The victim was treated in hospital for injuries to his arm after being verbally abused and struck with a metal dog lead.The 31-year-old man who was charged is expected to appear at Belfast Magistrates' Court on Friday 25 April.He has
[ad_1] Family handoutPaying tribute his family said Paul Bowles was "intelligent and quick-witted"A man who died after he was hit by a van in an alleged road rage incident was "kind and loving", his family has said.Paul Bowles, 50, died at the scene following a reported argument between two drivers in Broadway, Chadderton on Wednesday evening, Greater Manchester Police said.The force said one driver reportedly got back into his vehicle
