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Over the last 6 months, Herts Domestic Abuse Helpline have received

Over the last 6 months, Herts Domestic Abuse Helpline have received…
➡️ 161 reports of physical abuse
➡️ 34 reports of sexual abuse
➡️ 40 reports of stalking & harrassment
If you or someone you know is experiencing any form …

A man from Cuffley has been jailed for 23 years after attempting to murder his relative for inheritance

A man from Cuffley has been jailed for 23 years after attempting to murder his relative for inheritance before leaving her to die.

Andrew Oliver, of Northaw Road East, was sentenced today (Monday, December 4) at St Albans Crown Court …

Humanitarian aid dispatched to Cyprus to deal with refugee flows

The government has announced that it has dispatched humanitarian aid to Cyprus to deal with an anticipated increase in refugee flows, at Nicosia’s request.

“Greece responded to Cyprus’ request for humanitarian aid immediately, so as to reinforce the country’s readiness …

Efforts to restore status quo in Cyprus buffer zone

Efforts to restore the status quo in the buffer zone at Pyla and Agios Dometios areas continue, United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) Spokesperson Aleem Siddique has told CNA.

“The is nothing new to report. The situation remains unchanged”, …

Around 83,000 Turkish Cypriots automatically registered for European elections

Around 83,000 Turkish Cypriots are automatically registered in the electoral roll for the European elections of June 9, 2024, the Head of the Elections Service of the Ministry of the Interior, Menelaos Vassiliou, told CNA, adding that the list will …

Cyprus, Greece and UAE examine potential cooperation in EuroAsia Interconnector

The Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry, the Independent Power Transmission Operator of Greece (IPTO) and the National Energy Company of Abu Dhabi PJSC (TAQA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Monday, for cooperation in the electrical interconnection between Cyprus, …

We are monitoring pneumonia cases in Europe, Kyriakides says

There are some cases of pneumonia in Europe, we are following extremely closely but there is no reason to raise the alarm, Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides said.

Briefing a group of Cypriot journalists in Brussels, the …

Britain announces stricter visa measures to reduce net migration

Britain announced plans to slash the number of migrants arriving by legal routes on Monday, raising the minimum salary they must earn in a skilled job by a third, amid pressure on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to tackle record net …

A house fire in #Lewisham is believed to have been caused by a candle.

A house fire in #Lewisham is believed to have been caused by a candle.

As days and nights get colder over the winter, please be careful using candles & consider battery-powered, flameless LED ones instead, which are safe even if …

Greengrocer and paella specialist recognised as Islington’s Market Traders of the Year

The winners of this year’s Market Trader of the Year competition were announced at the council’s festive event at Chapel Market on Saturday 2 December.  

This year the competition was split into two categories: ‘Trader of the year’ and ‘Street …