Do You Know About the Forensic Testing Scandal? New details have emerged about forensic testing deficiencies at two of the country’s leading laboratories. Police are currently investigating the circumstances, and a number of people have been arrested. Randox Testing Services (RTS) and Trimega Laboratories handle samples for some of the most high-profile criminal and family…
Have you heard about the Gun Amnesty? A two-week gun amnesty begins today across the UK. In this period people will have an opportunity to dispose of firearms and ammunition safely, with ‘no questions asked’. Who are the police reaching out to? The amnesty is directed at two distinct groups of people, firstly those who…
Drink Driving … As we put Halloween and Bonfire Night behind us, easing into those dark wintry nights, it isn’t long before Christmas is in our sights and party season gets underway. As night follows day, this time also coincides with a national police initiative concerning drink driving, as forces across the country prepare for…
Your Brakes Have to be Tested In December 2016 two men were convicted of manslaughter following an avoidable brakes failure that resulted in the deaths of four people, including a young girl. Neither of the men drove the vehicle, but they were ultimately responsible, as the haulage boss and mechanic. One was sentenced to 7…
What Happens During a Divorce? The starting point in division of assets in a divorce case is 50/50. The home maker looking after the child(ren) and home is seen as equal to the breadwinner, however much the breadwinner may earn and however much capital he may have generated. There is however an exception to this…
