The former owner of Waterford FC and Fleetwood Town has lost a bid to challenge his convictions for multiple fraud offences at the Court of Appeal. The Crown Prosecution Service opposed the appeal bid at the two-day hearing in London. National Trading Standards said in May 2023 that the fraud related to a "web of interconnected companies that misled innocent small businesses" nationwide. Pilley stepped down as chairman of Fleetwood Town following the trial, with the club stating at the time that the convictions "are against individuals and not Fleetwood Town FC, or any of the businesses associated with them". Adrian Darbishire KC, representing Pilley at the Court of Appeal, said on Tuesday that the impact of his client's "unrecognised disability" on the trial "renders the convictions unsafe".

Liverpool defender Milos Kerkez has given an insight into Mohamed Salah's illustrious trophy cabinet. He has won eight major trophies in his nine years as a Liverpool player, as well as a number of individual accolades. He has lifted the Premier League twice, the Champions League, the Club World Cup and the FA Cup - among others - in a Reds shirt. Milos Kerkez has shown off the incredible trophy collection inside Mohamed Salah's homeThe photo shows a huge cabinet, which features a replica Champions League trophy front and centre. Multiple other trophies surround it, including a plethora of Premier League Player of the Match awards and Player of the Month trophies.

The inquiry heard that benzodiazepines, Pregabalin and Z-drugs can be abused and have to be very carefully prescribed. Photograph: Colin Keegan/CollinsA doctor inappropriately prescribed medication to treat depression, anxiety and seizure disorders, it was claimed at a Medical Council fitness-to-practise inquiry. Neasa Bird, barrister for Medical Council chief executive Dr Maria O’Kane, told the inquiry these drugs can be abused and have to be very carefully prescribed. Conditions had already been attached to Maksimiuk’s practice on foot of a High Court order, the inquiry heard. The Medical Council hearing continues.

A man who allegedly drove his wife to suicide through a 'tsunami' of domestic abuse has accused her of lying because of 'mental health problems' and claims he 'loved and cherished her deeply', a court has heard. Christopher Trybus, of Swindon, Wiltshire, is accused of the manslaughter of Tarryn Baird, who took her own life aged 34 in November 2017. Ms Thorne said Trybus denied sexual assaults against Ms Baird and added: 'Theirs was a healthy, consensual marital sex life enjoyed by both of them. 'What goes on in other people's bedrooms can be surprising, the defence case is that it was consensual.' Ms Thorne said that the jury would need to consider if Ms Baird's suicide was a 'cry for help that went tragically wrong'.

Timelines for the delivery of major road projects could be cut by years by simplifying regulations and consent processes, the public expenditure minister has said. Asked how much time he expects to see shaved off project delivery for roads with his changes, Mr Chambers said it would depend on the type of road project. He said some local road projects only take months to get approvals, while larger national roads can be years in the pre-planning phases. Asked if the proposals are a push for deregulation of health and safety standards, Mr Chambers said the Government did not want to compromise in this area. However, on environmental regulations, Mr Chambers said some of these are blocking projects, like wastewater treatment, which are designed to improve the environment.

The climb was conducted as part of his preparation to scale Mount Everest for mental health awareness in the coming weeks. Former football star to climb Everest for mental health awarenessFormer Mayo inter-county footballer and father of three, Pádraig O’Hora, is set to trade MacHale Park for the world’s highest peak as he departs for Mount Everest on March 30. The expedition is a dedicated fundraising and awareness campaign for the Mayo Mental Health Association, aiming to prove that even the most daunting personal mountains can be climbed. The campaign seeks to demonstrate that resilience, adaptation and self-belief are the tools required to survive both the thin air of a vertical climb and the challenges of mental health. Funds raised throughout the journey will have a direct impact locally, helping support the Mayo Mental Health Association in providing local education and support services.

However, sources have disclosed that issues over the complexity of the bid and source of funding brought things to a head. Wednesday, relegated to League One at the weekend, are now effectively back up for sale with others ready to step in. 'Our Consortium has a strong track record of restoring football clubs through financial stability, disciplined management and robust governance. We have quite a good experience in turning around clubs and were looking forward to doing that with football club royalty. Wednesday’s relegation was confirmed with defeat at neighbours Sheffield United on Sunday.

Katie Taylor has confirmed that she will retire from boxing later this year, and that her final fight will take place in Dublin. Croke Park is the top choice for the venue but Taylor said the Aviva Stadium and 3Arena are alternative options. "I'm going to have my last fight this year here in Ireland," Taylor told Virgin Media. I'm still so excited to actually end my career here in Dublin and it's going to be a fantastic celebration." "We are still pushing home for Croke Park and that will be the icing on the cake for me at the end of my career," Taylor continued.

Jessie Buckley put on a playful display as she attended the photocall for her new film The Bride! Penelope opted for a sleek, long-sleeved black dress that featured a fringed detail along the hemline. Jessie Buckley put on a playful display as she attended the photocall for her new film The Bride! director Maggie Gyllenhaal who wore a black dress with sheer sleeves. Christian Bale, who plays Frankenstein's monster in the film, sported a black hoodie with matching trousers and trainers.

A stepfather who shook a five-month-old baby to death in a fit of rage has been jailed for 19 years. Thomas Morgan, 29, had a heated argument with his ex-girlfriend before he caused a catastrophic brain injury to baby Jensen-Lee Dougal. Jensen-Lee's injuries were described as 'the most severe case' one doctor had ever seen, saying the force of the attack was similar to a traffic collision. In a tearful statement, Jordan told the court she suffered 'overwhelming grief, trauma, and emotional pain' following the death of her son. Jordan was forced to make the heartbreaking decision to turn off Jensen-Lee's life support machine on March 31.

RTÉ journalist whose data unlawfully gained should get damages, tribunal toldBy Jess Glass, Press Association Law EditorA former BBC journalist whose communications data was unlawfully obtained should be awarded “substantial” damages, a specialist tribunal has been told. MI5 previously admitted that it had unlawfully obtained Vincent Kearney’s data amid proceedings at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT). He also said that the phone data obtained would have enabled the police “to see who Mr Kearney was interacting with, where and when”. Bunting later said that Kearney should be awarded £10,000 from the PSNI in damages, with an “additional award against MI5″. The barrister also said MI5 accepted that the tribunal should make a declaration but opposed damages being awarded.

'I don't think he's ever let Man United down. He's got good experience, he's played at the highest level, he's never let England down either. He's playing at the right time and playing very, very well again. 'He's been quite refreshing in his way and the one thing I've said about him, he understands Man United. 'If you've got good players, which Man United have got, and they're comfortable in their playing position, then for me, you'd reap the rewards and he's done it fantastically well.

Plymouth Argyle second best in Luton Town defeat admits Tom CleverleyThe Pilgrims lost 2-1 in their quarter-final against Luton at Kenilworth RoadView Image Disappointed Argyle left-back Jack MacKenzie and his team-mates after the 2-1 Vertu Trophy quarter-final defeat by Luton Town at Kenilworth Road on 24 February 2026 (Photo: Alan Stanford/PPAUK)Tom Cleverley thought Plymouth Argyle produced a 'really lacklustre performance' as they were beaten 2-1 by Luton Town in the Vertu Trophy quarter-final at Kenilworth Road. ‌Argyle top scorer Lorent Tolaj had dropped out of the Argyle team in the afternoon because of a reaction to his recent leg injury. ‌So, all in all, it was not a night to remember for Cleverley, who said: "A really lacklustre performance. You can read more of our Argyle stories from Plymouth Live by clicking HEREJoin our Plymouth Argyle WhatsApp community for transfer news and top stories sent directly to your phone PlymouthLive has launched a Plymouth Argyle transfer news and top stories group on WhatsApp and we want you to join us. Click here to join our WhatsApp community.

FAI president Paul Cooke says the decision to proceed with Nations League fixtures with Israel is not financially motivated. And he says a donation to humanitarian aid in Gaza will be made around the staging of the home fixture. He adds: "We understand that this decision will be difficult for many members and supporters. Cooke said the FAI has continued to share concerns with Uefa about Israel's participation in the competition. Cooke says advice to the FAI has assured them the match can be held safely at the Aviva Stadium.

An architechtural design of the padel courts at Mangan's Service Station in Edenderry. Green light for Edenderry padel courtsBy Rebekah O'ReillyPlanning permission has been granted for the development of new padel courts at Mangan’s Service Station on Edenderry's Dublin Road. Previous Next Image 1 of 2 An architechtural design of the padel courts at Mangan's Service Station in Edenderry. The project will see three padel courts being constructed, along with an entrance lobby and a separate toilet block. The courts are smaller than tennis courts and are fully enclosed, allowing the ball to bounce, similar to squash.