Three Arrested after Fatal Collision on M27 Prompts Police Appeal for Witnesses
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No-Confidence Motion Against Speaker Hoyle Grows Among MPs
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In a dramatic turn of events, 33 Members of Parliament from both the ruling Conservative Party and the opposition have jointly signed a no-confidence motion against the current House of Commons Speaker, Sir Lindsay Hoyle. While this number alone may not be sufficient to unseat him, political analysts predict that the motion could gain significant traction in the days ahead.
The motion, which challenges Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s position as Speaker, has raised eyebrows across party lines. It reflects growing discontent with his handling of tonight’s parliamentary proceedings over the Gaza vote.
Background and Context:
Sir Lindsay Hoyle has faced criticism for allowing a vote on a Labour amendment related to the Gaza conflict. This decision has angered Tory MPs who believe it undermines the government’s position.
The Speaker’s willingness to allow this vote has further strained relations between the parties and intensified calls for his removal.
The amendment, which calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, received support from 56 Labour MPs
What’s Next?
While the motion itself does not guarantee Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s removal, it signals a growing rift within Parliament. As the motion gains momentum, MPs will closely watch developments in the coming days. The Speaker’s fate hangs in the balance, and the outcome remains uncertain.
In response to the mounting pressure, Sir Lindsay Hoyle has called for a comprehensive review of procedural rules governing opposition debates. He acknowledges that the current rules are outdated and need reform.
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TV Presenter Dan Wootton Cleared in Criminal Investigation
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In a significant development, TV presenter Dan Wootton has been completely cleared of alleged criminal behaviour following investigations by both the Metropolitan Police and Police Scotland. The broadcaster, known for his role in breaking the story of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s withdrawal from royal duties, expressed relief after learning that no further action would be taken against him.
Last October, the Metropolitan Police initiated an investigation into the 40-year-old presenter after receiving a 28-page dossier from journalists at Byline Times. Despite admitting to “errors of judgment” in the past, Wootton consistently denied any criminal wrongdoing. Today, he stands vindicated as both police forces confirmed that he would not face charges.
In a statement issued through his lawyer, Wootton addressed the toll the process had taken on him: “I have now been completely cleared in two investigations by the Metropolitan and Scottish police, who have confirmed they will be taking no further action. While I knew this would always be the outcome, the process is now the punishment, with social media acting as the executioner.”
Wootton also invoked the words of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, emphasising the importance of preserving ancient rights: “If you ever get trial by media, or guilt by accusation, that day freedom dies. It is high time that all of our ancient rights were once again upheld, chief among them the right to be presumed innocent until found guilty in a court of law.”
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Child Accidentally Starts Kitchen Fire in Chichester
Post-incident, fire service advocates for clutter-free kitchen surfaces for safety. West Sussex Fire Service is urging the importance of maintaining clear kitchen hobs and installing smoke alarms in homes, following a fire incident in Chichester.
On February 14th, fire crews responded to a fire alert at a residence on Richmond Road, where a kitchen fire had been reported by the occupants.
Upon arrival, the team encountered a kitchen filled with smoke and managed to put out a small fire originating from the hob. The fire was successfully confined to the kitchen, thanks to closed doors.
The fire was reportedly caused by a young child accidentally activating the hob, which then ignited an air fryer placed on it.
Thankfully, there were no injuries, and the occupants were able to safely evacuate the home. Following the incident, firefighters conducted visits to nearby homes to offer additional fire safety guidance and check on residents’ safety.
Station Manager Alastair Letchford commented on the incident, highlighting the potential risks of fires, especially at night, and stressed the critical role of smoke alarms in providing early warnings and enabling safe evacuations.
He further noted that over half of the accidental fires at home originate from cooking activities and underscored the importance of kitchen safety awareness. Letchford’s key message to the public is to evacuate immediately in the event of a fire and to contact emergency services without delay.
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London’s BT Tower Sold to MCR Hotels, Set to Transform into Hotel
London’s iconic BT Tower is expected to become a hotel after being sold to MCR Hotels as part of a £275 million deal.
On Wednesday, February 21, BT Group shared that they had agreed to sell the 177 metre-tall (581-ft) tower in West End London.
The BT Tower is grade II listed and was created as a communications tower, but as BT shared, the increasing shift to digital services means the tower is used less often.
The tower’s once essential role in UK communications has been slowly replaced by BT’s mobile networks, more than a decade ago the microwave aerials of the BT Tower were removed.
BT Tower to become hotel amid £275m deal
The BT Tower was built in 1964 and at the time was the tallest in London before the NatWestTower was completed in 1980.
BT Tower has been sold to MCR. (Image: PA)
In a statement from BT Group, they shared: “The BT Tower has long been an important site for BT Group’s Media & Broadcast business, as one of the key global interchange points for live television.
“As part of its long-term strategy, the Media & Broadcast division has already been migrating services onto its cloud-based platform, which will allow a more straightforward move to more modern and efficient premises.
“This will enable the division to continue to sit at the heart of UK and global media distribution.”
MCR owns and operates 150 hotels globally and has shared they are yet to complete a design for making the BT Tower into a hotel.
As Tyler Morse, chief executive and owner of MCR said: “We are proud to become owners and custodians of the iconic BT Tower.
“We will take our time to carefully develop proposals that respect the London landmark’s rich history and open the building for everyone to enjoy.”
MCR added: “BT Group will take a number of years to vacate the premises, due to the scale and complexity of the work to move technical equipment, and there will be significant time for design development and engagement with local communities before any proposals come forward.”