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Council busybodies have banned an award-winning restaurant from giving its customers a lift from the station.The Michelin-Guide listed Hansom in Bedale, North Yorkshire, had given patrons a lift to their restaurant – which is eight miles from the nearest train station in Northallerton.But North Yorkshire Council has now said the restaurant must get the correct paperwork to continue the service.A letter sent in November to owners Ruth and Mark Hansom said the pair needs a “a private hire operator’s licence” and a licence for vehicle and drivers involved.Mrs Hansom was the first woman to be named Young National Chef of…
Labour has been dragged into the High Court by pro-migrant human rights lawyers over Shabana Mahmood’s “unlawful” one-in, one-out deal with France. Legal challenges have been brought against the Government by six migrants – three of whom have already been sent back to France – who claim to be victims of human trafficking.The group are challenging the legality of how they were treated under the Home Secretary’s scheme. If their claims are upheld, Ms Mahmood could be significantly hindered in the number of migrants she would be able to deport in exchange for other asylum seekers in France. In September,…
Melania Trump dazzled in a pale pink Dior dress at Tuesday’s State Dinner while complementing Queen Camilla’s stunning outfit.The First Lady chose an immaculate Dior Haute Couture pale delphinium pink silk gown, which she paired with off-white suede opera gloves from the same French label.For the evening engagement at the White House, the Queen paired the gown with a historic amethyst and diamond necklace, originally gifted by a former Duchess of Kent to Queen Victoria before being passed down to Queen Mary.The piece is understood to have remained within the royal collection ever since, and its appearance at the state…
A Staffordshire cricketer has described achieving one of the rarest feats in the game as “a bit surreal” but “amazing” after taking six wickets in six balls.Fast bowler Myles Davis completed the double hat-trick playing for Penkridge against Pelsall in the Premier Division of the South Staffordshire County League on Saturday., externalAfter Penkridge had won the toss and made 168 all out, Pelsall, who were without former England spinner Monty Panesar, were 49-2 after eight overs, with Davies having already picked up his first wicket in his third over.He started the ninth over with a wide before readjusting his radar…
The Barmy Army has said its “unofficial leader” does not represent their views after he announced he was standing for Reform UK in the upcoming local elections.Vic Flowers, 74, announced last week he would stand for Reform UK in the Medlock Vale ward in the elections for Oldham Council on May 7.Mr Flowers is one of the more notable England cricket supporters due to his distinctive look and outrageous clothing.He discovered the Army in Melbourne in 1998 and often led the group in singing.In 2004, it was reported that he sold all his belongings to dedicate himself to being a…
Queen Camilla attended the White House state dinner alongside King Charles without donning a tiara, departing from traditional royal headwear for the formal occasion.The 78-year-old Queen selected a deep pink evening gown designed by British couturier Fiona Clare for the event hosted by President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump.Rather than a crown jewel, she accessorised with an amethyst and diamond necklace boasting considerable royal heritage.The piece was originally presented to Queen Victoria by a former Duchess of Kent before passing to Queen Mary.No tiara for Queen Camilla at State Dinner despite Elizabeth II decision | GETTYMatching earrings and…
Thousands of drivers are having their licences revoked due to poor eyesight amid calls for elderly motorists to face more stringent vision tests to stay on the road.New research shows that almost 20,000 driving licences have been taken back as a result of eyesight concerns in the last three years.The data, obtained through a Freedom of Information request to the DVLA, found that collisions linked to poor eyesight increased by 26 per cent over the past 12 months.Almost a quarter of drivers noted that they have experienced a near miss as a result of poor visibility or eyesight.This has become…
England’s patched-up Women’s Six Nations squad has been boosted by the return of centre Jade Shekells.The 29-year-old, who was part of the Great Britain Sevens team at Paris 2024, has missed the first three matches of the Red Roses’ campaign with a hamstring injury.With Tatyana Heard, who started September’s World Cup final in the centres inside Meg Jones, ruled out of the tournament with a foot injury, the versatile Helena Rowland has deputised at 12 in the victories over Ireland, Scotland and Wales.While Shekells swells England’s midfield options, there are injury issues in the back five of the scrum.Flanker Sadia…
Donald Trump claimed King Charles III “agrees” that Iran must never have a nuclear weapon in his State Dinner speech on Tuesday evening.”We’re doing a little Middle East work right now,” Mr Trump said in his landmark address.”Some of you might know, and we’re doing very well.”We have militarily defeated that particular opponent, and we’re never going to let that opponent ever… Charles agrees with me even more than I do.”We’re never going to let that opponent have a nuclear weapon.”They know that. And they’ve known it right now very powerfully.”As sovereign, the King must avoid expressing partisan views to…
Real do not have a manager for next season. Arbeloa has got a year left in his contract but it is clear that chairman Perez is looking elsewhere for a new boss.Even though Perez appreciates the positives of Arbeloa’s tenure, results dictate decisions at the Bernabeu.But to understand who they will hire, you first need to understand how Perez thinks.Perez does not care about style of play. He does not lose sleep over tactical identity or whether his team presses high or sits deep. What he cares about is winning, and more than that, managing.Managing egos, stars, the dressing room.…