Men released early from UK prisons under a new scheme have described incarceration conditions as 'awful,' with one detailing how inmates struggled with food and basic necessities. The initiative aims to alleviate overcrowding, but concerns about prisoner welfare persist.
Discussions aimed at resolving the contentious Drumcree parading dispute have ended without agreement, following over two hours of deliberations at Hillsborough Castle. The lack of progress was met with disappointment by mediators.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has adjusted his position regarding Manchester City's ownership, acknowledging the club's role in substantial investment within the region. This shift follows previous criticism of Gulf state involvement in Premier League football.
