Windsor Framework has received a 'cautious welcome' in Northern Ireland All right, let's get the view now of Michelle O'Neill, because this time last week all the talk was of the PM's deal with the EU over the Northern Ireland protocol. This seemed to get a decent enough reaction from most parts, but of course the big question is what do the DUP do, the largest unionist party in Northern Ireland? They say they won't rejoin power sharing if they're not happy. Well, the largest party at Stormont is Shinfeng, and its leader there would have been First Minister. That's Michelle O'Neill. She joins us live now. Thank you very much for being on the programme this morning. Has Rishi Sineq negotiated a good deal for Northern Ireland? Well, I think we've all had the best part of a week now to reflect on the deal, and I think it's fair to say that the ...

Summary: A 50-year-old man has been arrest ed and charged in connection with the PSNI data breach investigation. Charges include possession of documents useful to terrorists and possession of articles for terrorism . Sensitive information about 10,000 PSNI officers and staff was accidentally exposed online, prompting a critical incident declaration. Authorities are actively investigating the breach to understand its scope and potential consequences. ...

Summary: A 39-year-old man has been arrest ed in Northern Ireland on suspicion of collecting information useful to terrorists . A major data breach involving officers' information has occurred, raising concerns about potential misuse. Dissident Republicans are believed to have access to the breached data. Police emphasize that the focus of the investigation is on criminality linked to the data breach . The arrest ed individual is being questioned at Musgrave Police Station in Belfast. The inadvertent release of 10,000 officers' and staff members' names has prompted serious concerns. Efforts are ongoing to address t...

Summary: GCSE top grades in England have dropped significantly and regional disparities have increased. Government's efforts for educational equality are criticized as regional differences persist. Contrasts in grading between England, Wales, and Northern Ireland raise questions about fairness. Despite challenges, the current cohort is celebrated for their achievements amid ongoing educational inequalities. ...

Summary: GCSE results data for this year indicates a return to pre-pandemic pass rate levels. Pass rates in England have reached their lowest point since 2007 due to stricter grading . Wales maintains pass rates similar to 2018, while Northern Ireland achieves significantly higher pass rates . Pass rates for English and maths have improved across all nations compared to 2019. Balancing the shift towards pre-pandemic grading with student well-being remains a challenge. ...

Summary: BBC presenter Stephen Nolan faces allegations of sharing an explicit photograph , with an incident dating back to 2016. Nolan, a prominent figure at the BBC, hosts a national radio show and a local TV program. The presenter admitted to sending the explicit image during one of his recent radio shows. The incident has ignited discussions about professionalism and accountability in the media. ...

Summary: Top A-level grades decrease as Covid-related disruption no longer considered by exam regulators. Mixed reactions among students as some feel unfairly judged due to challenging exam conditions. Differences in grading systems between nations could impact university admissions and future employment. Majority of students secure spots in their preferred universities. ...

Summary: The impact of COVID-19 on education will not be taken into account for this year's A-level grades , leading many students to expect lower results. Education Secretary Gillian Keegan emphasizes the importance of maintaining the value of qualifications and addressing the challenges faced by students who received grades during the disrupted years. Changes in A-level grading due to COVID-19 have led to fluctuations in the distribution of top grades , with concerns raised about university readiness. Students like Harry express hopes for fairness in the grading process despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. ...

Roald Dahl would be 'APPALLED' at his books being rewritten | Jeffrey Archer Good luck to the Queen I say. I think it was no more than common sense was it? I had the privilege of knowing Roald Dahl. Indeed, three of my short stories were on his tales of the unexpected. So I worked with him as well and he would be appalled. He'd be absolutely shocked. He'd say, I can see here him saying go to hell. You published my books or you can not publish them. You can see from that picture. He was a comudingly old thing and not easy to deal with. Geoffrey, on what basis can a publishing house change a book that's been in circulation? I think I checked. This book was written Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, writing 1964. Can they, well, how are they allowed to change the words that he used? I presume they approached the family in my own case. My publishers approached me som...

Summary: Prince Andrew seeks to regain taxpayer-funded security after losing it due to his civil sex assault case brought by Virginia Giuffre . Former Home Secretary Priti Patel 's suggestion of a security review for Prince Andrew sparks debate. Duncan Larkham argues for reinstating security due to Andrew's royal status and potential security risks . Ava Santina questions the appropriateness of taxpayers bearing the cost and compares Andrew's situation to that of other public figures. The discussion delves into the royal family's m...

Boris Johnson nominates his Dad for knighthood Quite astonishingly, there is something at the bottom of this story that I want to discuss because it is, I don't know any way to talk about it, except to say something that rhymes with Bucketuck. Which is quite astonishingly, it's not from the WhatsApps that have been released, but this is news that came in yesterday. Boris Johnson's resignation honours lists, which contain so many unexpected recommendations for an honours taking a long time to get approved. He's nominated his own dad Stanley for a knighthood. That's him. Right. Now, this is a man whose achievements involve breaking his wife's nose, repeatedly cheating on his family, spawning a shed load of Johnson's that we could probably all do without. Being a go between for Boris with Chinese politicians that he couldn't otherwise meet and more recen...