Rivus appoints administrators | Personnel transferred to Met Police

Financial problems have forced Rivus Fleet Solutions into bankruptcy, with directors failing to find a viable alternative to the business. Directors Tim Higgins, Jane Steer and Zelf Hussain of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) were appointed on Friday (June 21). Rivus Fleet Solutions provided service, maintenance and repair (SMR) for National Grid, the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) and … Read more

Police warn Fire TV Stick users streaming Sky TV for free ‘we’re coming’

Police hope the latest action against those streaming with unreliable Fire TV Sticks will send “a strong message” to those breaking copyright law by watching Sky TV without paying – warning individuals “we’re coming”. Built and distributed by Amazon, Fire TV Sticks are an incredibly popular and affordable way to bring games and streaming services … Read more

Amazon fire stick owners issued a warning as a man, 42, was arrested in a new crackdown

AMAZON Fire Sticks owners have been warned of a new crackdown on illegal streaming following the arrest of a man. The suspect, 42, is believed to be from Nottingham and has used equipment to distribute top shows, films and sport by illegally streaming Sky TV for free. A man has been arrested for illegally streaming … Read more

Gangs of wild youth rule our streets. Even Waitrose isn’t safe

I spend a lot of time in my local Waitrose because I find it relaxing, even if I don’t buy much. It’s a kind of temple to soft British capitalism – that benign, eccentric mix of relatively high-quality food whose chemicals and packaging are kept in check by countless regulations, while the prices, no matter … Read more

The Police Minister’s wife reported to the CPS on corporate espionage claims

A prominent businesswoman married to Police Minister Chris Philp has been reported to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) by a former employer and is facing charges in the High Court on charges of corporate espionage. Elizabeth Philp, 40, whose husband has called for ‘zero tolerance’ of all crimes, is accused of data processing offenses and … Read more

Sinister new tactics used by crooks to snatch phones and access cash

THIEVES are stealing personal details from banking, credit card and shopping apps by tricking victims into unlocking their phones, a Sun on Sunday investigation has revealed. This sneaky tactic involves criminals asking unsuspecting strangers for directions so they open their mobile phones to access online maps before the devices are taken. Thieves steal personal information … Read more

Counterfeit Mulberry and Gucci items for sale at the Appleby Horse Fair

Counterfeit designer goods were sold openly at Appleby Horse Market today as police looked on and trading standards seemed to be nowhere to be seen. MailOnline discovered eight stalls selling suspected fake goods, including designer handbags, sunglasses and clothing. The stalls all seemed to be doing a good business as customers picked up goods sold … Read more

Staff! My secret crush has been discovered and he’s threatening to call the police.

Dear Prudence, For a long time I thought it was an innocent crush on a friend of mine (Jordan), but now another friend (Alex) has told Jordan and Jordan is threatening me with a restraining order. I’m furious that I told Alex about my crush and that Alex betrayed my trust. I admit that some … Read more

LIVE: Major road closed by police outside Asda with forensic tent in place

A main road in Salford was closed by police this morning following a serious incident. Great Cheetham Street East Broughton Village was closed after an incident in the early hours. Police attended the scene and blocked the road in both directions, a Greater Manchester Police spokesperson confirmed. The nature of the incident has not yet … Read more

Met Police facing lowest staffing levels in a decade, says chief – BBC News

Image caption, Met Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley says the force is struggling with inadequate funding and low recruitment Item information Author, Jess Warren Role, BBC news June 5, 2024, 1:29 PM Dutch time Updated 4 hours ago The Metropolitan Police is heading for its lowest staffing levels in a decade in March next year, Commissioner … Read more