Author: Benjamin

Location : The M25 anticlockwise between junctions J30 and J29 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 06:45 and 07:00 on 16 August 2024. Cause : Broken down vehicle. Delay : There are currently delays of 20 minutes against expected traffic. Source link

Jill Coles’ dad Ronald King had already been suffering from blood cancer, but things took a turn for the worse when he suffered a nasty fall. Ronald first went to A&E on April 4, 2024, and went to Darent Valley Hospital with what they would later discover was a fractured back. However, Jill claims that after his first visit he was turned away without the problem being found. Ronald then went in and out of hospital with other health issues, such as coughing up blood, and eventually staff discovered his fractured back. Jill said: “Despite him having a fractured back he…

Around 80 firefighters and 12 fire engines tackled the blaze in St Marks Square at just after 9.50am today (August 15). Part of a three roomed flat on the tenth floor and half of a three roomed flat on the eleventh floor were damaged by the blaze. Two people were treated at the scene by London Ambulance Service crews and taken to hospital. Their conditions are unknown. The brigade has urged residents to avoid the area as significant congestion remains in Westmoreland Road. Station Commander Gary Melia, who attended the scene, said: “Firefighters worked hard to bring this fire under…

Lidl has announced that its new store at Worthing’s Downlands Retail Park will officially open on August 29. The grand opening will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 8 am, attended by the Mayor of Worthing, Councillor Ibsha Choudhury. The new store will feature Lidl’s signature bakery, the Middle of Lidl section, and customer toilets with baby changing facilities. Parking will be available for both cars and bicycles. The store is designed to be energy-efficient, generating nearly half of its energy needs through air-source heat pumps and solar panels on the entrance canopy. This new location marks Lidl’s second store…

Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J11A and J12 . Lane Closures : Lane three is closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed. Source link

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) responded to an incident at approximately 1:45 pm on Wednesday, August 14. They were alerted to a report of an individual who had fallen down an embankment near the National Cycle Route 75 at Elderslie. In response, three fire trucks and a rope rescue team were dispatched to the location. The fire crews successfully rescued the person, who was then handed over to the Scottish Ambulance Service. An SFRS spokesperson stated, “We were notified at 1:44 pm on Wednesday, August 14, about a person who had fallen down an embankment near National Cycle…

A CCTV image of a woman has been released by police as part of an investigation into shoplifting.Officers are seeking help after a spate of thefts at the Sainsbury’s in Wrotham Road, Sevenoaks.Officers would like to speak to this woman in connection with a spate of suspected thefts from the Sainsbury’s in Sevenoaks. Picture: Kent PoliceTwo people are alleged to have entered the store on Saturday, June 29 at 4pm filled baskets with items and left without paying.It is reported they targeted the shop multiple times leading up to the theft.Police have now released an image of a woman they…

As he takes over as the new chair of the fundraising think tank Rogare, Damian Chapman emphasises the need for equitable pathways into the fundraising profession. Twin brothers John and Lewis knew exactly what they wanted to do as adults. John aspired to be a doctor, while Louis dreamed of becoming a fundraiser. John’s path to becoming a doctor was clear: an undergraduate degree in medicine (six years), followed by postgraduate foundation training (two years), and higher specialist training in one of 60 different specialisms (three years). His journey included close supervision, practical application, and regular testing to demonstrate competence. John was…

BHASVIC, a sixth-form college in Hove, has announced its A-level results for this year, showcasing impressive achievements by its students. The college, located on Dyke Road, reported a 99% pass rate, with 70% of students earning A*- B grades. BTEC students also excelled, with a 100% pass rate and over 75% achieving a distinction or distinction*. According to the college, the “vast majority” of students secured a spot at their first-choice university. Notably, 42 students will be heading to Oxford or Cambridge University in September, reinforcing BHASVIC’s status as a top ten global Oxbridge feeder. Additionally, BHASVIC revealed that 36…

Location : The M66 northbound between junctions J3 and J2 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder, lanes 1 and 2 are closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 10:00 and 10:15 on 15 August 2024. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 09:45 and 10:00 on 15 August 2024. Lanes Closed : There are two of three lanes closed. Source link