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The Irish Sun
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Oasis defiant response to ‘woke' council bosses who ‘threatened to AXE' Heaton Park show over Gallagher Hill row
COUNCIL bosses worried about ticketless Oasis fans harming young trees in a park threatened to axe one of their gigs. But brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher faced down the 'woke, pen-pushing drones' — giving 1,000 free T-shirts to people Advertisement 8 Fans gather on 'Gallagher Hill' in Heaton Park ahead of Sunday's Oasis gig Credit: Andy Kelvin / Kelvinmedia 8 Noel and Liam hit back at 'woke, pen-pushing drones' at the council by handing out 1,000 free T-shirts to fans on 'Gallagher Hill' 8 The fans' view of the stage from the free vantage point on the hill - which the council had taken issue with Credit: Andy Kelvin / Kelvinmedia Insiders said they were warned officials would pull the plug on their final sell-out Manchester show after Those close to brothers Noel, 58, and Their generous gesture came days after Manchester Council ordered a A source said: 'Noel and Liam got word that Manchester City Council were threatening to pull the plug on their Advertisement READ MORE MUSIC NEWS 'They were incensed and went all out to make them feel welcome. They won't be dictated to by some Those close to the band said Liam and Noel spent hours before the gigs on Saturday and Sunday nights working out how to help those fans on Gallagher Hill. Our source explained: 'One plan included putting a jumbo screen on a truck and putting it out for fans on Gallagher Hill but they came up against health and safety bores — so that was vetoed. 'Instead they had one of their videographers go up to Gallagher Hill for the last show, which was then beamed back into Heaton Park so fans inside the show could see them. Advertisement Most read in Music "Noel and Liam also personally paid for 1,000 T-shirts to be made overnight and then handed out to fans including young kids. 'The music was turned up extra loud for the final night, too. Oasis kick off first Manchester homecoming gig after 16 years away 'It was a gesture of defiance from them and they wanted to show the fans who came to Gallagher Hill each night they were just as important as those who were lucky enough to Noel and Liam were incensed ..and went all out to make ticketless fans feel welcome. Source close to band 'As far as Noel and Liam are concerned, Oasis is a band of the people. And that means everyone.' Advertisement Their two-fingered triumph was met with glee on Gallagher Hill. Liam made a point of mentioning fans on both nights before playing 1994 album track Bring It On Down. On Saturday he said: 'If you lot are listening on the hill . . . bring it on down.' And on Sunday night, Liam called out: 'I want you fans on the hill to be getting involved as well. Even if you're 8 Noel and Liam also personally paid for 1,000 T-shirts to be made overnight and then handed out to fans Credit: Andy Kelvin / Kelvinmedia Advertisement 8 A trio of fans get into the swing of things with cigarettes and alcohol Credit: Andy Kelvin / Kelvinmedia 8 A pair of pals show off their free T-shirts as they make their way to 'The Hill' Credit: Andy Kelvin / Kelvinmedia 8 A team in a golf buggy was seen driving to Gallagher Hill to hand out the free T-shirts created by Noel and Liam - with these three lads grabbing theirs Credit: Andy Kelvin / Kelvinmedia Noel added 'We're going live to Gallagher Hill,' as their videographer streamed footage on to the screens — the largest ever used at a concert in the UK. Advertisement A team in a golf buggy were also seen driving to Gallagher Hill to hand out the free T-shirts created by Noel and Liam. One lucky fan reckoned: 'Oasis isn't just a band, it's a culture.' Yesterday the Gallaghers asked for help identifying four youngsters pictured on Gallagher Hill — including one with a T-shirt. On Instagram they asked their millions of followers: 'If you recognise the young legends in these shots, DM us today.' An insider added: 'Noel and Liam's team want to reach out to these kids who were on Gallagher Hill but didn't get tickets. Advertisement 'For them, these concerts are all about connecting with their fans. ' I'm so happy Liam and Noel acknowledged those who went to Gallagher Hill to hear them. Oasis fan's tweet The pair's gestures went down a storm, with one fan tweeting: 'I'm so happy both Liam and Noel acknowledged those who went to Gallagher Hill to hear them. 'We all need music — rich or poor. I'm glad they know how much Oasis means to so many people from different backgrounds.' Advertisement Another said of the atmosphere on Sunday night, when the music could be heard five miles away: 'Thousands were there, all ages, bucket hats galore, all knew every lyric and were having a top time.' The council claimed they had put up the fence to protect livestock and newly-planted trees. A herd of Highland cattle spend the summer in the park, returning to their farm for the winter. Last week Councillor John Hacking said: 'The steps being taken ahead of the next concert regretfully mean the distant view of the large screens behind the event stage will no longer be there. Advertisement 'Unfortunately our hand has been forced in having to put these additional measures in place to protect the very recent extensive planting of young trees in that location as we try to establish a new woodland area in the park, and the well-being of our cattle herd in the field, as well as to keep people in the park safe. "Our advice to 'We've got some fantastic things going on with a real party atmosphere for everyone to enjoy, whether they've got tickets for the Oasis gigs or not.' The Oasis Live '25 tour resumes on Friday with the first of Advertisement The band will then play in Edinburgh and Dublin before heading to Canada, the US and Mexico. Two further Wembley gigs are lined up in September. 8 Liam and Noel on stage during their triumphant homecoming gig at Heaton Park Credit: Pacific Coast News
Scottish Sun
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Scottish Sun
Major update on plans for TUNNEL between Scottish islands revealed
A report also called for more to be done to enhance ferry services LINKING UP Major update on plans for TUNNEL between Scottish islands revealed COUNCIL leaders have issued a major update on plans for tunnels being constructed between Scottish islands. The tunnels would permanently link four of the furthest away islands, meaning locals and tourists wouldn't need to rely on ferries. Advertisement 3 The tunnels would run underground and link four of the Shetland islands 3 This includes Bressay, Unst, Whalsay and Yell Credit: Getty They would be constructed underground and would connect four of the Shetland Isles. These include the islands of Bressay, Unst, Whalsay and Yell, which sit around 105 miles off the northeast of the mainland in he heart of the North Sea. According to The Herald, a study is now being prepared for officials to consider and will outline the plans in detail. A new strategy report is also set to make the case for increased investment in different travel facilities between the islands. Advertisement This will include the harbours and ferries as well as the proposed plans for the underground tunnels. Shetland Islands Council met this week to discuss a Strategic Outline Case (SOC) report and agreed to approve it. Tunnelling in Shetland is, ultimately, about future-proofing our island population Councillor Emma Macdonald They also agreed to fund a study that would further examine the capabilities of the fixed links, both commercially and financially. This is expected to help councillors consider the future steps that may be required to help the plans move forward. Advertisement The report also called for more to be done to enhance ferry services for Fetlar, Foula, Papa Stour and Skerries. Councillors have said that this is a "significant" step forward and said the tunnels would be a way to 'future-proof' their communities that are suffering from dwindling population. Inside eerie hidden tunnels beneath busy street in Glasgow city centre Council Leader, Councillor Emma Macdonald, told The Herald: 'Tunnelling in Shetland is, ultimately, about future-proofing our island population. 'Transport connectivity is central to creating sustainable islands which provide good homes and good jobs for our people, and which can reverse decades of depopulation. Advertisement 'The experience of our neighbours in the Faroe Islands is clear - tunnelling from mainland Shetland to our outer islands could increase their population, lower their average age, and increase their economic prospects.' Tunnels have the potential to be transformative for Shetland's economy and our communities... I am glad that progress is being made Isles MP Alistair Carmichael She added: 'It's also critical that we continue to invest in a resilient and reliable ferry service to support all our islands. 'The council has today approved this latest recommendation, and as a result, this represents a significant step towards the construction of tunnels between our islands.' Isles MP Alistair Carmichael also said that the tunnels could transform Shetland's economy and said "now is the time to deliver". Advertisement He continued: 'We have seen a few false dawns on tunnels for Shetland – now is the time to deliver on their promise. "I am glad that the Council is putting investment into this project to move it to the next stage. 'The Stantec report made it clear that the choice is between either investing further in the ferry service or in fixed links. Advertisement "That means that tunnels can no longer be dismissed as the 'high cost' option relative to ferries, which is good news as we go into the next stage of development. 'Tunnels have the potential to be transformative for Shetland's economy and our communities. "It has been a long road just to reach this point and there is still a long way to go but I am glad that progress is being made. "I look forward to working with the Council and indeed with the UK and Scottish governments to keep up the momentum.' Advertisement
Scottish Sun
17-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
Who was Bulic Forsythe and how was the Lambeth Council employee murdered?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A COUNCIL worker was murdered suspiciously back in 1993 after he reportedly spoke to colleagues about a suspected paedophile ring. Here's everything you need to know about the horrific killing of Bulic Forsythe, which is featured in an episode of C4's In the Footsteps of Killers. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The murder of Bulic Forsythe was featured in an episode of Crimewatch Credit: BBC 2 The Lambeth Council employee reportedly uncovered evidence of a child abuse ring Credit: Mirrorpix Who was Bulic Forsythe? Bulic Forsythe was a senior manager in the housing department of Lambeth Council in south London, respected for his professionalism and commitment to his work. At the time of his death in February 1993, he was responsible for building management within the council. In the days leading up to his death, Bulic reportedly confided in a colleague that he had discovered evidence of a paedophile ring operating within Lambeth Council properties and was considering going public with the information. A report published in July 2021 by the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) found that Lambeth Council staff failed children in care and foster homes repeatedly from the 1960s. Over a 40-year period, more than 700 children in the borough suffered sadistic sexual abuse. Per Wandsworth Guardian, a police report into Bulic's death states: "The murder of Mr Forsythe remains unsolved. "It was the subject of a recent review by the Metropolitan Police Service (Operation Redsnow), as a result of concerns that there was a connection between Mr Forsythe's employment at Lambeth Council and his murder, but no evidence of such a connection was found. "At the very least, the murder of Mr Forsythe is likely to have caused concern and fear on the part of staff and councillors." In 2015, Sky News reported how Bulic might have discovered that council property was being used to carry out this abhorrent abuse. How was Bulic Forsythe murdered? Bulic was killed in a suspicious manner — on February 26, 1993, his flat was set alight. His body was subsequently discovered inside, with a post-mortem revealing his skull was fractured before the fire was started — indicating he was beaten to death prior to the arson attack. Witnesses reported seeing three men leaving Bulic's flat carrying bags of documents and files shortly before the fire. A witness who lived nearby and appeared on the BBC's Crimewatch said: "I was going over to the paper shop to buy a paper and I saw three men coming out of Foster Court around the front. "They were carrying briefcases and some folders in their hands. Why I noticed them was because they looked official and I've never saw them here before." Internal Lambeth Council reports and later investigations suggest that his murder may have been linked to his knowledge of, and intention to expose, a paedophile ring involving senior council staff. These reports detailed shocking allegations of sexual abuse, including the use of council premises for the rape of women and children by senior officials. Bulic was said to have told a colleague he was going to "spill the beans" about what he had discovered Despite these serious allegations, the findings were not formally investigated by police at the time, with the case remaining unsolved. The murder caused widespread fear among council staff, as it was seen as a warning to anyone who might ask too many questions or attempt to expose wrongdoing within the council. In the Footsteps of Killers A new investigation into the murder of Bulic Forsythe is featured in an episode of Channel 4's In the Footsteps of Killers. Presented by Emilia Fox and leading criminologist Professor David Wilson, the show examines the circumstances around his death and the allegations of abuse within Lambeth Council. Aiming to shed new light on one of London's most disturbing unsolved murders, the doc explores whether Bulic was killed because he was about to expose a network of abuse and corruption within Lambeth Council. You can catch the episode of In the Footsteps of Killers featuring the murder of Bulic Forsythe at 10pm on Channel 4 on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
The Irish Sun
17-06-2025
- The Irish Sun
Who was Bulic Forsythe and how was the Lambeth Council employee murdered?
A COUNCIL worker was murdered suspiciously back in 1993 after he reportedly spoke to colleagues about a suspected paedophile ring. Here's everything you need to know about the horrific killing of Bulic Forsythe, which is featured in an episode of C4's Advertisement 2 The murder of Bulic Forsythe was featured in an episode of Crimewatch Credit: BBC 2 The Lambeth Council employee reportedly uncovered evidence of a child abuse ring Credit: Mirrorpix Who was Bulic Forsythe? Bulic Forsythe was a senior manager in the At the time of his death in February 1993, he was responsible for building management within the council. In the days leading up to his death, Bulic reportedly confided in a colleague that he had discovered evidence of a paedophile ring operating within Lambeth Council properties and was considering going public with the information. A report published in July 2021 by the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) found that Lambeth Council staff failed children in care and foster homes repeatedly from the 1960s. Advertisement read more on unsolved murders Over a 40-year period, Per Wandsworth Guardian, a police report into Bulic's death states: "The murder of Mr Forsythe remains unsolved. "It was the subject of a recent review by the Metropolitan Police Service (Operation Redsnow), as a result of concerns that there was a connection between Mr Forsythe's employment at Lambeth Council and his murder, but no evidence of such a connection was found. "At the very least, the murder of Mr Forsythe is likely to have caused concern and fear on the part of staff and councillors." Advertisement Most read in The Sun In 2015, Sky News reported how Bulic might have discovered that council property was being used to carry out this abhorrent abuse. How was Bulic Forsythe murdered? Bulic was killed in a suspicious manner — on February 26, 1993, his flat was set alight. His body was subsequently discovered inside, with a post-mortem revealing his skull was fractured before the fire was started — indicating he was beaten to death prior to the arson attack. Witnesses reported seeing three men leaving Bulic's flat carrying bags of documents and files shortly before the fire. Advertisement A witness who lived nearby and appeared on the BBC's Crimewatch said: "I was going over to the paper shop to buy a paper and I saw three men coming out of Foster Court around the front. "They were carrying briefcases and some folders in their hands. Why I noticed them was because they looked official and I've never saw them here before." Internal Lambeth Council reports and later investigations suggest that his murder may have been linked to his knowledge of, and intention to expose, a paedophile ring involving senior council staff. These reports detailed shocking allegations of sexual abuse, including the use of council premises for the rape of women and children by senior officials. Advertisement Bulic was said to have told a colleague he was going to "spill the beans" about what he had discovered Despite these serious allegations, the findings were not formally investigated by police at the time, with the case remaining unsolved. The murder caused widespread fear among council staff, as it was seen as a warning to anyone who might ask too many questions or attempt to expose wrongdoing within the council. In the Footsteps of Killers A new investigation into the murder of Bulic Forsythe is featured in an episode of Channel 4's In the Footsteps of Killers. Advertisement Presented by Emilia Fox and leading criminologist Professor David Wilson, the show examines the circumstances around his death and the allegations of abuse within Lambeth Council. Aiming to shed new light on one of London's most disturbing unsolved murders, the doc explores whether Bulic was killed because he was about to expose a network of abuse and corruption within Lambeth Council. You can catch the episode of In the Footsteps of Killers featuring the murder of Bulic Forsythe at 10pm on Channel 4 on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Council chiefs pledge colab with new BID to ‘drive improvements'
THE COUNCIL has pledged to work alongside the newly formed Stourbridge Business Improvement District (BID) to 'drive improvements' throughout the town. The new BID came into force on April 1 after 77 per cent of votes cast by town centre business bosses were in favour of the move. The vote will mean that around £835,000 will be generated over the next five years to be spent on supporting businesses and improving the town centre. Council bosses have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Stourbridge BID team, committing both parties to press ahead together with improvement plans for the town centre. The cash comes from a levy imposed on businesses on top of existing business rates. Aaron Powell, Centre Management at The Ryemarket Centre and Chair of Stourbridge BID, said: 'We're proud to officially launch Stourbridge BID and to have the strong backing of both local businesses and Dudley Council. 'The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding marks the start of a new chapter for Stourbridge town centre, one where collaboration and shared vision will deliver real, lasting improvements. 'We're committed to making Stourbridge a vibrant, welcoming, and thriving destination for businesses, residents and visitors alike.' Cllr Paul Bradley, Deputy Leader of the council and a Director of Stourbridge BID, said: 'As a council, we have seen the huge difference the creation of a BID can make to a town in Halesowen. 'For that reason, we were happy to back a similar BID in Stourbridge, and the signing of the MoU is a commitment from both parties to work together to drive improvements in the town centre. 'It is an exciting opportunity for business bosses to have an influence on making positive improvements to their towns. 'I think it will be a huge boost for Stourbridge, an opportunity to drive more trade and footfall to the town and create new jobs.'
