Security warning about bogus roadworks
MI5 have flagged a serious security threat from bogus roadmenders. The service has noted over a dozen incidents where roadworks were carried out, but were not authorised by the local council, and were not traceable to a recognised utility company. The roadmenders vans often bear the names of genuine companies and claims to be working as subcontractors for legitimate companies, or for Thames Water. The signage, the traffic cones, and the complete absence of any work happening,
An unlikely job swap for Sam Battle and Keir Starmer
In an unexpected move, Sam Battle and Keir Starmer are to swap jobs. Sam Battle, who underscored his musical talent at Eurovision, will take over as Prime Minister next week. Commentators say that he will bring a tremendous energy and enthusiasm to the role, which Keir Starmer has been unable to harness. He has said that he will continue to wear his trademark pink boiler suit for the duration of his premiership. He said that his main goal would be to ‘not make any U-turns’.
