Fishing representatives brand fish-for-arms EU deal 'absolutely ludicrous' - The Shetland Times
Scottish Fishing Federation chief executive Elspeth Macdonald, second from right. Fishing representatives have reacted with alarm to unconfirmed reports that the UK government is wagering access to British waters for an arms deal with the EU. “If true, it is ludicrous that the UK government has caved in to French demands,” said Elspeth MacDonald, chief executive of the Scottish Fishing Federation. “Absolutely ludicrous indeed,” said the Shetland Fishermen’s Association. Read the full story in this week’s issue of The Shetland Times, out Friday April 25th.
Source:The Times
April 22, 2025 11:41 UTC
Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band shows to 'make sense of the current times,' Boss says
The theme of the E Street band shows for the last two years has been mortality and its motivational properties. Yes they are, but will the current political turmoil affect the content of the upcoming Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band shows? “One of the artists’ jobs to make sense of existence and to make sense of the current times that you live in, and to contextualize those times,” Springsteen said. The theme of the E Street band shows for the last two years has been mortality and its motivational properties. “I always loved that song,” Springsteen said.
Source:The Times
April 22, 2025 10:23 UTC
Newtown McDonald's customer on drugs banned from driving
Sean Jones, 29, told Dyfed-Powys Police that cocaine was more than likely in his system after taking the Class A drug two days earlier after they pulled him over near the Newtown fast food restaurant. RECOMMENDED READING:Welshpool Magistrates' Court heard that the Newtown man's eyes were glazed and his pupil enlarged having admitted smoking cannabis during the early hours. Jones, of Camlad House, Treowen, was handed a 12-month community order which includes 20 activity days after pleading guilty to two counts of drug driving. He was also ordered to pay the court £279 in fines, costs and surcharges.
Source:The Times
April 22, 2025 10:08 UTC
Author to bring shipping forecast show to Launceston
Delving into the history of the forecast and the extraordinary people who made it, Charlie explains what those curious phrases really mean, celebrates its wide cultural impact, shares adventures from his own extraordinary journey through the 31 sea areas – the times he was accused by the media of trying to annex Rockall from the British government and sang sea shanties with Tom Hardy in a Manx hotel bar while Scary Spice pulled the pints - and presents his case for the shipping forecast being our finest achievement.
Source:The Times
April 22, 2025 09:05 UTC
Starmer to net EU arms deal at expense of British fishermen
Sir Keir Starmer is on the verge of agreeing a major trade deal with the EU to boost arms sales - at the cost of concessions around fishing quotas in British waters. The deal, The Times reports, will allow UK firms to sell billions of pounds worth of weaponry to allies in Europe. The existing deal, expiring next year, cut the amount of fish European fishermen are allowed to catch in British waters to 75% of pre-Brexit levels. The Times understands the new trade deal will include a multi-year agreed freeze on fishing quotas, rather than further reducing European access. The introduction of a fishing clause to the arms deal proved a curveball for some nations at the negotiating table.
Source:The Times
April 22, 2025 07:35 UTC
Manchester United transfer news: Man Utd inch closer to agreement with Wolves forward Matheus Cunha - Paper Talk
The top stories and transfer rumours from Tuesday's newspapers...DAILY MAILManchester United are inching closer to agreement with Wolves forward Matheus Cunha over a move to Old Trafford. THE SUNManchester United could make a £38m swoop for the player dubbed "the Argentine Phil Foden" - River Plate teenager Franco Mastantuono. Chelsea's obligation to buy Jadon Sancho from Manchester United for £25m has been triggered - but that does not guarantee a move to Stamford Bridge. Pep Guardiola has admitted that Morgan Rogers has blossomed into an "exceptional player" since he left Manchester City two years ago. Declan Gallagher is set to leave Dundee United at the end of the season.
Source:The Times
April 22, 2025 07:10 UTC
Seven of the best National Trust properties to visit
Wherever you like to wander at weekends — be it castles, cottages, clifftops or stately homes — National Trust (NT) sites always feel like a homecoming. Details B&B doubles from £165 (old-station.co.uk)3. Details B&B doubles from £140 (thehostearms.com)• Norfolk v Suffolk: which is better? Details B&B doubles from £130 (thecuan.com)Advertisement• 100 of the Best Places to Stay in the UK• Read our full review of The Cuan7. Details B&B doubles from £300 (ynyshir.co.uk)• More great British restaurants with roomsHave we missed your favourite National Trust property?
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April 22, 2025 07:03 UTC
Starmer close to EU arms deal — at the expense of fishermen
Sir Keir Starmer is close to striking a major trade deal with the EU that would allow British arms companies to sell billions of pounds of weapons to European allies. British firms will be able to bid for the new €150 billion EU defence fund as part of Starmer’s reset with the bloc after the UK made significant concessions to Brussels on fishing rights. The prime minister will host an EU-UK summit on May 19 in London as he seeks to ease trade barriers with Brussels. Sir Keir Starmer visited BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, earlier this month DANNY LAWSON/PAStarmer is also expected to announce a deal worth £30 million for drones produced by Syos Aerospace, a New Zealand company with a factory in Hampshire. On a visit to a military base with Christopher Luxon, his New Zealand
Source:The Times
April 22, 2025 05:32 UTC
Pope Francis latest updates: Prince William to join world leaders including Trump and Macron at Pope's funeral
How is a new Pope chosen? Who can become Pope? Who's in charge after the Pope dies? As part of Your Voice, Your BBC News we're answering your questions. Your contact details will never be published.
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April 22, 2025 05:29 UTC
UNHCR examines third-country return hubs for failed asylum seekers as UK reported to be considering partnerships in the Balkans
The European Commission had earlier proposed the use of return hubs in March as part of its plans for a new Common European System for Returns. [3] The note further discusses the potential role of return hubs as a policy response, in accordance with human rights norms and principles. Location of and support to return hubsThe location of return hubs would need to be determined in discussions between States. As in all return proceedings, returnees in return hubs should be provided with counseling on alternatives to involuntary return, including assisted voluntary return. [4] See, on the specific human rights considerations and principles relating to return hubs, European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights, Planned return hubs in third countries: EU fundamental rights law issues, 6 February 2024, https://fra.europa.eu/en/publication/2025/return-hubs .
Source:The Times
April 22, 2025 02:39 UTC
Letter: Slow tractors and gossiping shoppers are irritating
Still, it made me wonder whether I should try to be a bit more positive and not sweat the small stuff. I wonder if any of these resonate with others - or is it just me? Driving to Llanidloes for work last week, I was stuck behind a slow-moving tractor. Some considerate farmers do pull over at the nearest lay-by, but others ‘plough’ on regardless. Or those who lick their thumb to turn every page of their book on the train - far too theatrical.
Source:The Times
April 22, 2025 01:51 UTC
Spider season: BBC researcher confirms tarantulas are in UK
The purseweb spider is Britain’s only tarantula and a member of the family that contains these 'tropical giants'. What is the purseweb spider? Are purseweb spiders dangerous? "But purseweb spider bites do not pose a danger to people, except for the rare cases of people who are highly sensitive to spider bites." The body of a purseweb ranges from 1 to 3.8cmWhat parts of the UK does the purseweb spider inhabit?
Source:The Times
April 22, 2025 01:51 UTC
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April 21, 2025 22:13 UTC
Ex-Scientologists strike back at church’s London Underground adverts
Billboards in Tottenham Court Road underground station in London have become the unlikely centre of a public relations war between the Church of Scientology and its defectors. In mid-January three adverts were installed on the Central Line platform promoting the church. Curious?” The adverts were controversial, not least with those who have left the church. On Monday, three new adverts are set to be unveiled in the same spots with a near-identical design. However, they feature three ex-Scientologists — Alex Barnes-Ross, Claire Headley and Mike Rinder — and promote the Michael J Rinder Aftermath Foundation, a nonprofit group founded by Headley to support people who have left the church.
Source:The Times
April 21, 2025 22:11 UTC
Trump hopes to include Scotland in second UK state visit
President Trump has told The Times he hopes to visit Scotland as part of his trip to Britain this year. Trump said last week that his second state visit to the UK, an unprecedented invitation for a US president, was likely to take place in September. The visit is thought to be focused on Windsor Castle in Berkshire but Scotland is also being discussed as a potential part of his visit. Asked by The Times on Monday if he would visit Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeenshire on the Menie estate, which is just over an hour’s drive east of Balmoral, the royal family’s Highland estate, Trump said: “I will be there — I hope to be there.”He suggested his visit could coincide
Source:The Times
April 21, 2025 22:09 UTC