Author: Nikki

Jeremy Corbyn has announced his plans to change Labour’s complaints systems to ensure the speed up of the expulsion of members over anti-Semitism. Corbyn noted that the current process sometimes takes too long and made clear he wanted to “confront the poison.” Mr Corbyns proposal has been backed by the shadow cabinet, they continue to back “independent oversight” as well.  Labour’s first six-months of 2019 were marked by the expulsion of eight party members over allegations of anti-Semitism. In those six months, there were reportedly some 625 complaints of anti-Semitism within the party.  Anti-Semitic Labour?  Mr Corbyn has said that…

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Shazad Saddique, 38, a police officer with Greater Manchester police died suddenly whilst on holiday in Scotland with his 13-year old son.  Mr Saddique, a father of three, whose wife is pregnant with his fourth child died at the popular tourist attraction Fairy Pools. His family have said he was on a “spiritual retreat.” Scotland Police confirmed Mr Saddique’s death is not being treated as suspicious.  Focused on the local community and nature PC Saddique had joined the GMP force only 12-months ago. GMP has said Mr Siddique enjoyed serving his community and had close relationships with his colleagues. His…

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BRIEF.ME – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, we discover why President Trump is “unhappy” following his supporter’s chants that echoed his racist tweets. We follow the story of the Taliban attack on police headquarters in Afghanistan amidst a time of peace talks. We head to the Strait of Hormuz, where the US confirmed it has shot down an Iranian drone.   Next, we take a look at the growing crime organisations in southeast Asia and find out how corruption is playing a key part in facilitating trafficking.  All in today’s WORLD news briefing – A daily roundup of all the…

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BRIEF.ME – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, we discover what Theresa May had to say in her last speech as Prime Minister and her warning to Boris. We follow the story of the only arrest made in connection with the Manchester Arena attack in 2017, as the brother of the suicide bomber has been extradited to the UK and charged with murder. Next, we take a look at the measures the House of Lords are taking to prevent a No-deal Brexit and head over to London’s busiest train station, Waterloo to find out more about the fire that’s disrupted…

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