Probashbangla24 online Desk : The former police chief for Scotland, who resigned amid allegations of bullying, has landed a major new role in policing. Phil Gormley will be named as an inspector of constabulary, overseeing the performance of forces in England and Wales, the BBC understands. He resigned as the chief constable of Police Scotland in…
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Claire’s ‘considers UK store closures’
Probashbangla24 online Desk : Accessories chain Claire’s is reported to be considering closing some of its UK stores. The Press Association said the High Street chain was talking to restructuring firms about “a number of options”. The chain has more than 370 stores in the UK, according to its most recent accounts. A spokeswoman for Claire’s…
Brexit talks hit ‘real problem’ over Northern Ireland border
Probashbangla24 online Desk : Brexit negotiations have hit a “real problem” over the issue of the Irish border, government sources have warned. Ahead of a key summit, the EU is believed to be seeking further reassurances to prevent a so-called hard border involving physical checks. Hopes of a breakthrough were raised when the Brexit secretary made…
House of Commons abuse cases ‘tolerated and concealed’
Probashbangla24 online Desk : “Disturbing” cases of bullying and sexual harassment have “long been tolerated and concealed” in the House of Commons, according to a report. The report, by Dame Laura Cox QC, said there was a culture of “deference, subservience, acquiescence and silence”. She said the procedures for protecting staff were inadequate and said “broad…
Meghan pregnant and expecting royal baby next spring
Probashbangla24 online Desk : The Duchess of Sussex is pregnant and is due to give birth next spring, Kensington Palace has revealed. The announcement came as Meghan, 37, and Prince Harry, 34, arrived in Sydney on Monday ahead of a 16-day tour of Australia and New Zealand. Kensington Palace said the couple, who got married in…
Jamal Khashoggi: UK and US ‘could boycott’ Saudi conference
Probashbangla24 online Desk : Britain and the US are considering boycotting a major international conference in Saudi Arabia after the disappearance of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the BBC has learned. Mr Khashoggi, a critic of the Saudi government, vanished on 2 October after visiting its consulate in Istanbul. The authorities in Istanbul believe he was murdered…
Royal Wedding: Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank release official photos
Probashbangla24 online Desk : Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank have released four official photographs from their wedding day. The pictures, taken by photographer Alex Bramall, include a black and white image of the couple sharing a kiss during the carriage procession. Another shot captures the ninth in line to the throne in a Zac Posen silk…
Patisserie Valerie discovers ‘secret’ overdrafts
Probashbangla24 online Desk : The board of Patisserie Valerie discovered the existence of two “secret” company bank overdrafts this week, according to boss Luke Johnson. The entrepreneur told the Sunday Times that £9.7m had been spent in two overdrafts set up with HSBC and Barclays. Mr Johnson said neither he, the board, nor the auditors had…
Brexit: David Davis calls for cabinet rebellion over PM’s plan
Probashbangla24 online Desk : Cabinet ministers should “exert their collective authority” and rebel against Theresa May’s proposed Brexit deal, ex-Brexit Secretary David Davis has said. The PM has suggested a temporary customs arrangement for the whole UK to remain in the customs union while the Irish border issue is resolved. Brexiteers fear this may be permanent,…
London violence: Man stabbed to death in Hainault
Probashbangla24 online Desk : A man has been killed and another is in a critical condition after a stabbing in north-east London. The man, believed to be 23, was found dead in Manford Way, Hainault, at about 22:20 BST, the Met Police said. The other man, thought to be 22, was taken to hospital for treatment.…