The number of people sleeping rough on the streets has sharply increased – but there are practical ways you can help. Photo: Getty With figures showing the number of people sleeping rough has sharply increased, and one south London borough being among the worst in the country, we look at how you can help.
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Urban Monk Pandit Dasa to Speak at World Government Summit in Dubai
Pandit Dasa, who at one point lived as a millionaire in Los Angeles, decided to become a monk in New York City, living with minimal possessions. Now he spends his time helping fast-paced, high-stressed corporate professionals remain mindful and maintain their composure during high-pressure situations.
Capita Conferences’ Child Protection Event is Announced for the 19th April in Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom, January 31, 2017 — — With the Child Protection Improvement Programme reviewing policy, practice, services and structures, this event is timed to provide the latest best practice and effective child protection provision. Following the review of the Named Person Scheme pilots as part of GIRFEC approach to improving outcomes, this is an opportunity to hear from the Scottish Government, the Children and Young People’s Commissioner for Scotland and ICO about the progress of child protection and protocol surrounding data protection.
Capita Conferences Announce Details of Their Alternative Provision…
London, United Kingdom, January 31, 2017 — — This national Alternative Provision in Education Conference discusses how to commission high quality alternative provision , ensuring that students from all backgrounds receive an education that supports their individual needs and helps them to reach their full potential. Delegates can bench mark their provision and explore successful pathways to creating a curriculum that allows access to qualifications.
Cyber criminal from Cottenham jailed for offences that included…
A cyber criminal who used malware to spy on unknowing victims has been jailed for three years for offences that included voyeurism and possession of indecent images of a child. Shaun Turner accessed his victims’ personal webcams but was caught by the Eastern Regional Operations Unit following a tip-off.
Musical ministry set for service at Weymouth church
Vinesong, a non-denominational team of missionaries who spread the gospel through worship, will lead the evening service at Weymouth Bay Methodist Church on Sunday, February 19. Formed under the vision of a global ministry, Vinesong lead entire worship services in 11 different languages accompanied by songs performed in more than 20 languages. Senior church steward at Weymouth Bay Methodist Church Mary Gracie said: “Vinesong got in touch with someone from Refresh, the Church of Weymouth and Portland in Action, as they are visiting Portland and thought while they were down here it would be good to do an evening service.
Controversial Grimescar housing plan takes unexpected turn
One of the most controversial housing proposals in Kirklees is closer to becoming a reality – but looks far smaller than the original scheme. A 95 home plan for Grimescar Valley in Huddersfield has been submitted and could come before councillors in the next few weeks.
Where is Croydon’s “pengest” Munch now?- Amirah Khalid, Croydon high school
Elijah Quashie, Croydon’s finest ‘Chicken Connoisseur’, has taken over the popular platform of youtube with his hilarious critiques on fried chicken.The young Londoner has said “his head is still spinning” after he shot to internet fame by recording his trips to fried chicken shops in search of the capital’s “pengest munch”.The youtube sensation “Pengest Munch” went viral on 9th December. His hilarious south London slang contributes to his major success and mass audience of 12-21 year olds.
Ruth Davidson in plea to Donald Trump to reverse travel ban
As protests are staged around the world, the Scottish Conservative leader added her voice to calls for the executive order to be reversed. She praised the UK Government for getting clarification on the status of UK dual citizens, but said: “I think at base, myself and many other people across the globe, including former Republican vice-president Dick Cheney, our solution would be for this executive order to be rescinded.
BWW Review: Jill Kargman is the Quintessential New Yorker in her…
Jill Kargman is a pleasant singer. Her voice is lovely, in fact, but that is not why audiences joined her inside the legendary Caf Carlyle for a string of sold-out performances which began on January 17. No, patrons made their way to the Upper East Side venue on this damp winter evening to hear Kargman’s hilarious and often cringe-inducing war stories from her New York City upbringing, through her entrance into show business and Manhattan motherhood.
The burnt out van. Picture courtesy of Royal Wootton Bassett Fire Station.
Fire crews from Royal Wootton Bassett and Swindon were call to deal with a van fire on the M4 westbound between junctions 16 and 17 early this morning. One hose reel was used to put out the blaze after the alarm was raised shortly before 5am. No one was injured.
Royal Wootton Bassett man jailed for six months after threatening people in Calne
A 21-YEAR-OLD man from Royal Wootton Bassett has been jailed for six months after he threatened people with a knife in Calne town centre. Connor Kirkley of Eveleigh Road, was sentenced at Swindon Crown Court on Friday, January 27 after pleading guilty to possession of a knife and a section four public order offence.
UPDATED: Six vehicles burned out or damaged in two overnight incidents in Keighley
POLICE are investigating a suspected case of arson after a fire destroyed three cars in one Keighley street late last night. Two others were also damaged during the blaze behind Malsis Road, Keighley, just before midnight.
Million-pound plans to enhance town centre are delayed for a year
Enhancement work on Bell Street was due to have started earlier this month, but due to “contract reasons” the developers could not start the job until March or April. But this angered local residents, business owners and councillors who lobbied for the work – which would take 26 weeks to complete – to be pushed back until January 2018.
Million-pound plans to enhance town centre are delayed for a year
Enhancement work on Bell Street was due to have started earlier this month, but due to “contract reasons” the developers could not start the job until March or April. But this angered local residents, business owners and councillors who lobbied for the work – which would take 26 weeks to complete – to be pushed back until January 2018.
Daniel O’Donnell to pay a visit to Donard School
Daniel will arrive in town on Monday 6 February to perform to a packed audience at a charity concert in the Parish Centre, Scarva Road, Banbridge. In keeping with his very caring nature, Daniel has also arranged to make a private visit to the pupils of Donard Special School in Banbridge earlier that day.
Violent suspected drugs overdose patient sparks stern warning from PSNI
The PSNI has issued a stern warning on violence at Accident and Emergency after a suspected drugs overdose patient was reported to be attacking staff in Craigavon. Police said they were forced to drive at speed from Lurgan to Craigavon Area Hospital on Sunday night to help A&E staff.
Violent suspected drugs overdose patient sparks stern warning from PSNI
The PSNI has issued a stern warning on violence at Accident and Emergency after a suspected drugs overdose patient was reported to be attacking staff in Craigavon. Police said they were forced to drive at speed from Lurgan to Craigavon Area Hospital on Sunday night to help A&E staff.
Declassified by Eli Lake:
Donald Trump’s first week as president has been a bad one for free trade. He suggested he would propose a new 20 percent tariff for imports from Mexico.
Declassified by Eli Lake:
Donald Trump’s first week as president has been a bad one for free trade. He suggested he would propose a new 20 percent tariff for imports from Mexico.
Tierney v Lay war of words set to go before the conduct committee of Fenland District Council
Allegations by 78-year-old UKIP councillor Alan Lay that he was threatened by the mayor of Wisbech Garry Tibbs will be considered by the conduct committee of Fenland Council following a complaint by deputy mayor Steve Tierney. Cllr Tierney claims that during a Wisbech town council meeting discussing the minutes Cllr Lay claimed that Cllr Tibbs had threatened him at the previous meeting.
Millions set to fund studies of East Anglia rail upgrade plans
A multi-million pound package has been drawn up to pay for detailed analysis of the work needed to upgrade a key bottleneck on East Anglia’s rail network. Officials estimate that improving the Ely north junction could generate more than half a billion pounds worth of economic benefits for the region.
Court round-up: Grantham area defendants brought before the courts
John Thomas Barrand, 46, of Belton Avenue, Grantham: admits assaulting a woman and a man by beating at a property on High Dyke, Woodnook, on December 5. Also admits damaging a mobile phone worth A 200. Barrand was discharged conditionally for 12 months and made subject of a restraining order to protect the female victim, preventing him from attended the property in Woodnook or Tropicana Tan in The George Centre in Grantham.
Prime Minister Theresa May with US president Donald Trump during her visit to Washington
Prime Minister Theresa May is facing intense pressure to axe the state visit planned for Donald Trump following widespread outrage over his travel ban on Muslims and refugees. Ministers face being hauled into the Commons amid continued concerns about the impact on Britons, as well as the way the Government has responded.
Theresa May: Devolved administrations won’t get decisive Brexit role
Theresa May has made it clear that devolved administrations will not be given a decisive role in the UK’s split from the EU Theresa May has made it clear the devolved administrations will not be given a decisive role in the UK’s divorce from the European Union ahead of talks with leaders from across the UK. And she highlighted how the Supreme Court ruling on triggering Article 50 had set out “beyond doubt” that relations with Brussels would be determined by the UK government.
A woman is to be sentenced for killing a baby while mentally disturbed by giving birth
A woman will be sentenced later for killing her newborn baby while she was mentally disturbed by the effects of childbirth. Gintare Suminaite, 30, was at home alone in the bathroom when she gave birth to a daughter, and killed her on April 5 2016.
Dover riots of January 30, 2016 – police hunt for far right and anti-fascist thugs goes on
Some of the ugliest moments were when the two sides hurled missiles at each other at either end of Effingham Street and protesters invaded Dover Discovery Centre. Crown Court Judge Adele Williams, who has viewed hours of CCTV footage when later sentencing some of those involved, summed up: “It was clear both sides were spoiling for a fight that day.”
American Hyndman scores 1st goal for Glasgow Rangers
Hyndman assisted on Kenny Miller’s go-ahead, 90th-minute goal in his Rangers debut, a Scottish Cup win over Motherwell on Jan. 21, and scored in the 87th minute of a 2-0 win over Motherwell in the Scottish Premier League on Saturday. The 20-year-old from Texas, a grandson of former Dallas coach Schellas Hyndman, signed with England’s Fulham in 2014 and moved to Bournemouth last June.
Charmian Hughes- Soixante Mirth at Dunedin Fringe
What would happen if you met your younger self? Have you turned out to be the person the old you wanted you to be? From the London comedy circuit, 60 year old British comedian Charmian Hughes has come all the way to New Zealand to help you find the answers in a hilarious and touching comedy trip where stand-up meets time travel, as she encounters earlier versions of herself and faces those awkward questions- ‘What happened to my dreams?’ and ‘What the heck are you wearing? Do you ever wonder what would happen if you could meet your younger selves? How you’d give them advice, warn them, encourage them, comfort them, put them on the right path, but more than anything, impress them with how you’ve turned out… so cool.
NY bets big on aging nuke plants, balancing jobs, safety
When the Nine Mile Point reactor first went online, Richard Nixon was president, the Beatles were still a band and Three Mile Island, Chernobyl and Fukushima weren’t yet bywords for the hazards of nuclear power. Almost 50 years later, New York state is betting big on the future of Nine Mile Point, one of the nation’s two oldest nuclear plants.
Witness appeal after Haverfordwest sex attack
Dyfed Powys police is investigating a sexual assault on a woman in Haverfordwest during the early hours of this morning, Sunday, January 29. Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen or heard anything in the area between Peggy’s Lane, Jury Lane, Cromie Avenue and Portfield Avenue between the hours of 2.30am and 3.30am to call 101 immediately.
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Kind donation gives activities centre a helping hand
The George Hurd Activities Centre, in Audley Way, Basildon , was in need of a new water boiler and steamer so the Rotary Club of Basildon stepped in with a cheque for A 250.
The man wanted in connection with series of sexual assaults on buses
Scotland Yard has said a man is wanted for questioning over a series of “despicable” sexual assaults on buses, including on a 13-year-old girl Six young women have made complaints over a man matching the same description on buses in Lewisham and Southwark, south-east London, but officers warned many more could exist. The Metropolitan Police said a string of attacks took place on January 27, starting with a girl, 17, boarding a 176 bus at 3.15pm.
Hampshire festival to return with biggest ever event
ONE of the county’s most popular events will return later this year, and is set to be the biggest yet. Taking place from July 1 to 16, the Romsey Festival, held every three years, will put on scores of exciting events including exhibitions, concerts, recitals and even gastronomy for its 11th instalment.
Police hunt man over bus sex attacks
Scotland Yard has said a man is wanted for questioning over a series of “despicable” sexual assaults on buses, including on a 13-year-old girl Scotland Yard has said a man is wanted for questioning over a series of “despicable” sexual assaults on buses, including on a 13-year-old girl Six young women have made complaints over a man matching the same description on buses in Lewisham and Southwark, south-east London, but officers warned many more could exist. The Metropolitan Police said a string of attacks took place on January 27, starting with a girl, 17, boarding a 176 bus at 3.15pm.
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Dean Colin ISAAC, Third Avenue, Torquay. Age: 28. On 27/12/2016 at Torquay in a public place, namely Torwood Street, were guilty, while drunk, of disorderly behaviour.
Ty Nant Cat Sanctuary saw the ‘best and worst’ of humanity
A cat rescue centre tucked away in the hills of Neath Port Talbot became the most famous in Wales last summer – but for all the wrong reasons. Three were found mauled to death, four were found caged and alive in a field behind the sanctuary, while three others are still missing but presumed dead.
Your chance to be a firefighter as station hosts open day
Residents from across West Sussex will have the chance to experience what it is like to be a firefighter as the service hosts a ‘Have a Go Day’ day in Storrington. West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is currently recruiting for new retained firefighters at Storrington, Partridge Green, Henfield, Billingshurst and Horsham.
Suspect sparks 100mph chase driving off in police car – ” while STILL …
At times on the chase that lasted 39 miles the police car crossed on to the wrong side of the A414 dual carriageway, St Albans Crown Court heard. He had been handcuffed at the front of his body, so he was able to operate the vehicle after making his move.