‘Disgusting’ porn addict who raped woman branded ‘the worst of the worst’
A pornography addict who violently raped a woman and was later condemned by her as “disgusting” and “the worst of the worst” has been jailed. Jamie Ackroyd confessed to being…
People urged to check change for 2p worth £1,000 or more
An expert has advised people to turn over their 2p coins in pursuit of a valuable phrase. Finding such coins could see them fetch over a staggering £1,000. These particular…
Government says water company investigations have increased
The government says it has overseen a large increase in criminal investigations into water companies for alleged breaches of environmental law. It said in a statement the Environment Agency was…
‘Sadistic’ man convicted of child rape
A “perverted and sadistic” man who sexually abused a child has been convicted of rape. Humberside Police said Connor Laud subjected an “innocent and helpless child to what can only…
Country park tunnel gets mural to deter vandalism
A mural has been unveiled at a country park in an attempt to deter graffiti. Ripple Effect by Emma Garness has been painted in a pedestrian tunnel at Hessle Country…
‘Sadistic’ and ‘perverted’ Hull man guilty of sexually abusing child
A “sadistic” Hull man has been found guilty of sexually abusing a child after denying all the allegations against him. Connor Laud, 27, of Trinity House Lane, was convicted by…
Hull man hoping to make a difference with charity challenge
A Hull man has shed three stones and upped his fitness to be ready for a charity challenge next week. John Hirst, a maintenance facilities supervisor, is joining a group…
Mayors unveil ‘The Great North’ to unleash prosperity across Northern England
Mayors from across the North of England have unveiled plans to drive investment in their regions. Mayors met in Leeds, at UKReiiF 2025, the UK’s leading investment summit, to announce…
What’s your money personality? Fun quiz will reveal all – from ‘financial freewheelers’ to ‘anxious avoiders’
Are you categorised as a ‘financial freewheeler’ or classified as an ‘anxious avoider’? Have a go at the quiz to unearth your financial personality type. The instrument will pose a…
Review launched after pig farm abuse claims
9 minutes ago Animal Justice Project Animal Justice Project said it had captured footage of apparent abuse over several weeks last year The UK’s largest pork supplier has launched an…