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An Essex Police officer has died after being involved in a car crash while responding to an emergency.He was travelling on the A12 dual carriageway near Ingatestone just after midday on Wednesday. The force said no other vehicles were involved in the incident and the officer had passed away. Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington said the “thoughts and prayers” of the “entire Essex Police family” were with those who knew the man, who he described as a “professional and courageous colleague”.”He was a dedicated professional who died doing his job – protecting and serving the people of Essex. I will always…

Analysts are sounding the alarm that changes to inheritance tax (IHT) rules impacting pensions are leaving millions of Britons “feeling left behind”.A majority of pension savers intend to alter their financial approach following the Government’s announcement that unused pensions will fall under inheritance tax regulations from 2027, according to newly released research by PensionBee.Polling found that more than half of participants are considering modifications to their retirement planning strategies in response to the forthcoming tax changes.Notably, the research highlighted particular concerns about knowledge gaps and the potential for hasty financial decisions as savers grapple with understanding how the new rules…

Princess Kate has finally addressed her “blonde” hairstyle after causing a fan frenzy earlier this year.The Princess of Wales disclosed that her newly lightened hair resulted from natural sun exposure during her summer sailing holiday.During a backstage encounter with actress Su Pollard at Wednesday evening’s Royal Variety Performance, Kate explained the transformation of her signature brunette locks.When Ms Pollard complimented the royal’s noticeably lighter hairstyle, Kate responded: “It used to be brown, but it’s gone light in the sunshine.”Princess Kate addresses her blonde highlights in candid conversation | GETTYThe 43-year-old princess had spent her summer break aboard a superyacht navigating…

Labour appears to have backtracked on comments made earlier by the Transport Secretary, who ruled out the introduction of new pay-per-mile car tax measures.Earlier today, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander ruled out any potential “national rollout” of new road pricing car tax measures.She said: “There are no proposals to introduce a national pay-per-mile scheme. This Government is firmly on the side of drivers, as I’ve set out already.”However, transport sources speaking to PA now appear to have backtracked on the Transport Secretary’s comments.A source close to the Labour MP for Swindon South claimed that she “misspoke” and intended to rule out…

Until a few months ago, many of us would have been forgiven for never having heard of drag performer La Voix. The Ru Paul’s Drag Race star will certainly have had a significant following already, but Strictly Come Dancing, despite its numerous scandals each year, undoubtedly gives participating celebs a huge boost in their careers – provided they aren’t embroiled in a career-ending controversy. And this will be no different for La Voix, whose real name is Chris Dennis. While the performer divides opinion, many of the show’s viewers find the constant tongue-in-cheek remarks each week hilarious and even endearing.…

Hampshire Police have caught nearly 850 speeding drivers through a new road safety programme, which issued several penalties to offenders.The police revealed they have begun sending motorcycle officers with speed detection equipment into residential areas in a bid to improve road safety.The Safer Roads initiative has been designed to reach narrow streets and rural lanes that ordinary speed camera vans cannot access, which have been flagged as key hotspots for speeding offences.The scheme uses two specially equipped police motorbikes, funded by Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones, which have proved effective in capturing road offenders.These officers travel across Hampshire and…

James Delaney and Linda Sinclair, ScotlandKirsty Buchan resigned from her post after it emerged she had an OnlyFans profileA former physics teacher struck off after students saw her sexually explicit OnlyFans profile has been fined more than £25,000 for failing to pay a huge tax bill.Kirsty Buchan, who said she used the site as her teacher salary was insufficient, was cited on a list of people and businesses who had defaulted on payments to HMRC.The tax authority said Ms Buchan had failed to pay £38,902.37 in tax between 6 April, 2022 and 5 April, 2023.Ms Buchan said she was challenging…

A man has been charged after cocaine worth an estimated £1.1m was found in a van.Police stopped and searched a vehicle at Keele Services on the M6 in Staffordshire at about 13:00 GMT on Monday.Andrew Moore, from Stockport, is accused of possession with intent to supply a Class A drug, said Staffordshire Police.The 35-year-old was remanded in custody by magistrates on Tuesday to appear before Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on Monday 22 December.

Wardley’s ascent to world champion has been remarkable. He only took up boxing at 20, emerging from the unlicensed white-collar circuit, and has stopped 19 opponents in his 20 professional wins.Known for his knockout power, he was behind on the scorecards against Justis Huni in June before producing a one-punch finish in the 10th round. He also appeared to be trailing Parker before stopping the New Zealander in the 11th.Wardley says he wants to cement his champion status by defending the title in the ring. However, discussions over an opponent for his first defence are yet to begin.”There’s a long…

A former National Health Service worker has been spared jail after dishonestly claiming more than £22,000 in housing payments.Denise Ludbrook, from Tenby in Wales, failed to disclose she had interest in any property in the UK or abroad while claiming benefit payments.This included housing benefit, council tax benefit and council tax reduction from Pembrokeshire County Council, Swansea Crown Court heard.The 67-year-old also claimed employment and support allowance from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP). The DWP launched an investigation into Ludbrook following allegations she had property interests overseas.The inquiry revealed she had inherited half ownership of a property in…