TES Exclusive: Academies count the cost of fraud

United Learning’s accounts reveal it was the victim of a £240,000 deception Hundreds of thousands of pounds has been paid into fraudulent bank accounts by multi-academy trusts. Academy chains were tricked into sending significant sums to con artists, and thousands … Continue reading →

Contempt for Parliament reveals a political malaise

IF Parliament is sovereign – and Brexit is about ‘taking back control’ of the nation’s affairs – why is this Government appearing to ride roughshod over the votes of democratically-elected MPs by saying they’re ‘not binding’? Talk about arrogance. I … Continue reading →

That’s champion! But 1400 wrongs don’t make a Wright

Sarah Champion’s most recent resignation appears to have upset some people, who are seemingly wondering why she couldn’t have just let sleeping dogs lie. You see, Jay and Casey said it first, but Champion got there in the end, and … Continue reading →

Letter to the Media about Muhbeen Hussain

Twice within the last few days Muhbeen Hussain has been presented in the media, commenting upon equalities issues, as  representing “British Muslim Youth.” The inference being that he represents an organisation, popular movement or somehow has a special status or … Continue reading →

Ukip MEP resigns amid investigation into alleged misuse of funds

Ukip MEP resigns amid investigation into alleged misuse of funds Roger Helmer, known for controversial views on climate change, rape and homosexuality, will stand down in July Roger Helmer, a key member of Ukip’s top team, is resigning from the … Continue reading →

Forest fraudster loses his appeal over jail sentence

Fraudster, 29, who was handed £100,000 to found a forest but didn’t plant a single tree and instead enjoyed holidays around the world loses his appeal over jail sentence Pritesh Ladwa, 29, took a £100,000 grant to plant a forest … Continue reading →

More example of less than truthful behaviour by Labour in Brinsworth & Catcliffe Ward

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Along that theme, see the latest letters the Labour candidate is sending out, claiming that her address is in Brinsworth. Also, there is no such address as 9 Fairburn Gardens in Brinsworth (as per one of the imprints). That street … Continue reading →