Tag: Law
Firm Fined £40,000 for Health and Safety Failings Resulting in Retired Vicar’s Death
Lewis Builders Ltd, a construction firm based in Lewis, has been fined £40,000 for failing to adhere to health and safety regulations that led to the tragic death of a retired vicar, Philip Walker,...
Understanding the US Electoral College: How It Works and Its Impact
HUNDREDS of millions of votes will be counted across the US from Thursday onwards – but there's a chance that the candidate that wins the popular vote won't win the whole race.That's because the...
Emergency Legislation Passes at Holyrood to Release Short-Term Prisoners Early
Emergency Legislation Passes at Holyrood to Release Short-Term Prisoners EarlyA new bill has been passed by MSPs in Scotland that will result in the early release of a significant number of short-term prisoners. The...
Skye Murder Trial Begins: Weekend Court Roll Highlights Unrepentant Teen Rapist
Our reporters have been covering various cases in courts across the north and north-east this week, shedding light on different incidents that have occurred in the region.Richard Flippence, a 39-year-old man, recently assaulted his...