Some postcodes across the UK have bagged some extra spending money this week.
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Scott Bryan There is a moment in “Mr Bates vs. the Post Office” that makes you as a viewer go “it cannot be real” — only for you then to remind yourself that what you are watching is a true story. Subpostmaster Jo Hamilton (Monica Dolan) — a small business owner who deals with the services and finances of their Post Office — finds that there is an accounting financial discrepancy in her computer of around £2,000 ($2,523).
She cannot make sense of how the system came up with such a figure, so she rings a work helpline in a state of alarm. She follows the helpline’s instructions, thinking that the figure will go down to zero, but then, unexpectedly, the apparent discrepancy doubles to £4,100 right in front of her eyes. Unconscionably, even though it is clear to viewers that this error is caused by the IT Horizon system running her Post Office account, the helpline caller doesn’t help her solve the problem.
And then, she is told by the helpline that she is liable to cover any shortfall because of her self-employment contract, and will need to pay the outstanding balance herself. In total, Hamilton was falsely accused by the Post Office of stealing £36,000. “When I heard that for the first time, I thought ‘this cannot be true,'” says screenwriter Gwyneth Hughes, who spoke to Hamilton and used her story for “Mr Bates vs The Post Office,” a four-part series premiering on PBS’ Masterpiece on April 7.
Some postcodes across the UK have bagged some extra spending money this week.
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, nor of his admiration for the woman who has become the royal family's most popular personality. On Tuesday, April 23, the King awarded her a new honorary title: the Princess of Wales officially joined the Order of Companions of Honor, a first for a member of the royal family.This prestigious order was founded by King George V in 1917 to recognize British personalities who have made outstanding contributions to their country's culture, science, and politics.
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You might see the same four digits on your phone clock when you glance at the time, on your bill as you pay for dinner, in a new friend's phone number in your contacts, or even on a house address as you happen to look up during a walk in your neighborhood.Surely, seeing the over and over again can't actually mean anything, can it?Well, it may sound a little far-fetched, but some believe that certain numerical patterns that keep randomly appearing in our lives are actually hidden messages from the universe, also known as angel numbers.“If you believe in the magic of synchronicity, then angel numbers can definitely be a part of those random coincidences that feel more than just a mere number,” ,” tells Glamour UK. “Numerology has been a part of esoteric circles for millennia, so it still holds weight in our modern world.”Angel numbers are simply repeated numerical patterns that you keep seeing randomly in your life.“Angel numbers are a string of repeating numbers like 222, 999, or numbers that have an uncanny sequence that keep popping up around you, whether it’s the time on your phone or on your oven clock,” says Jackson.These numbers are said to be signs from the universe—in other words, they are a sign that greater forces are trying to communicate something to you.
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A penthouse apartment in one of Manchester's most premium addresses has come up for sale - at a whopping £2,500,000. The three-bedroom flat sits at the top of one of the Deansgate Square towers boasting one of the best views over Manchester city centre and beyond.
Liam Gallagher has said his collaborative album with John Squire is “just the starter”, hinting that further music from the pair is on the horizon.The former Oasis frontman and ex-Stone Roses guitarist released their self-titled, UK Number One record last month before embarking on a joint UK, Ireland and European headline tour.Following the recent live dates, Gallagher said it would “be rude not to do another album” with Squire. “I think it’s got legs, man,” the singer explained of the team-up.
Blackburn has been named the 'vaping capital of the UK' - with big e-cigarette business coming from the Lancashire town.
Their TV comedy Meet the Richardsons based on their real-life marriage has brought them legions of fans and awards but, just days after its fifth season debut, its stars Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont have announced they are to divorce.
“Franklin,” an eight-part series premiering April 12 on Apple TV+.“Franklin” tells the story of 70-year-old Ben Franklin’s secret diplomatic mission to France in 1776 to gain French support (money, arms) for America’s fight against the British in the Revolutionary War. There are a lot of moving parts here, so viewers would be apprised to pay attention as Franklin navigates French high society — and politics — in an effort to achieve his goal.The series is based on the book “A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America” by Pulitzer Prize-winner Stacy Schiff.As the series opens, Franklin — commissioned by Congress to undertake his clandestine journey across the Atlantic — has no diplomatic experience.
transitioning children” that found that NHS did not know the longterm effects of gender-affirming healthcare for minors, fans were curious if the report could change the author’s relationship with the former “Harry Potter” child stars.The British author was blunt when questioned whether she could forgive Watson, 33, and Radcliffe, 34, if they apologized for previous criticism of her anti-transgender comments. “Just waiting for Dan and Emma to give you a very public apology … safe in the knowledge that you will forgive them …” one social media user wrote to Rowling.
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April is finally here, which means there is no time like the present to book a quick getaway somewhere in the Scottish countryside.