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Daily Mail
19-07-2025
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Hundreds living in taxpayer-funded hotels across the UK accused of offences including rape, sex attacks, robbery, theft and violence
The shocking scale of serious crime committed by migrants living in hotels in communities across Britain can be revealed by The Mail on Sunday today. An investigation by this newspaper has revealed that at least 312 asylum seekers have been charged with an astonishing 708 alleged criminal offences in just three years – including rape, sexual assault, attacking emergency workers and theft. The MoS probe exposes how among the thousands of asylum seekers who have arrived in recent years – including those who have crossed the Channel in small boats – are dangerous predators and criminals who have repaid the generosity of British taxpayers by committing serious offences. Our research, based on an analysis of court records, provides a snapshot of crimes recorded at 70 of the 220 taxpayer-funded hotels being used to house migrants. The alleged offences committed by asylum seekers who gave their addresses in court as one of those hotels include 18 charges of rape, five of attempted rape, 35 of sexual assault and 51 of theft. The research also exposes 89 charges of assault – 27 of which allegedly targeted police officers or other emergency workers – 43 of drug offences, 18 of burglary and 16 of robbery. The revelations come amid Britain's worsening small-boats crisis and will raise new questions about housing around 32,000 asylum seekers in hotels at a cost of £3billion per year. The MoS investigation reveals: A migrant who committed a horrific sex attack on an 'extremely vulnerable' teenage girl in a park in broad daylight was sentenced to 14 months in prison on Friday. A woman, 20, was dragged into the grounds of a church in Oxford and raped by a migrant housed at a hotel in the city. More than 90 criminal charges have been brought against migrants staying at just one hotel in central London – including a migrant convicted of an arson attack against the hotel. In Bournemouth, 116 charges have been brought against 51 asylum seekers living across three hotels near the seafront. A migrant staying in a hotel in London's affluent Primrose Hill was convicted of vicious assaults on two female police officers and one male officer. Last night Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp said: 'This shocking Mail investigation lays bare the risk posed by these illegal immigrants to the British public. We just need to deport all illegal immigrants immediately upon arrival, with no judicial process, either to Rwanda or elsewhere.' Our findings come days after it emerged that the Government has been running a secretive operation to smuggle 18,500 Afghan migrants to Britain as part of a scheme projected to cost £7 billion. A 'super-injunction' was used to keep Parliament and the public in the dark for nearly two years after a British military official inadvertently leaked the data of thousands of Afghans, prompting one of the biggest peacetime evacuation missions in modern British history. Several of the Afghans on the list previously had their asylum claims rejected for violent or sexual assaults. The Government does not publish statistics on crimes committed by asylum seekers – and police reports rarely give the immigration status of defendants – meaning the scale of the migrant crime wave has, until now, been unknown. But an MoS probe scoured thousands of magistrate courts records and cross-referenced defendants' addresses with those of 70 taxpayer-funded hotels housing asylum seekers to compile a dossier of the 708 criminal charges. Our database includes migrants who have been convicted of offences, those who have been acquitted and those involved in ongoing court cases. Astonishingly, this is likely to be the tip of the iceberg because court records are often incomplete or missing and the number of hotels examined by our audit represent less than one third of the hotels being used to house migrants across the UK. In one shocking case, an asylum seeker strangled and tried to rape a woman in the female toilets at a nightclub in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Sudanese asylum seeker Ayman Adam, 25, who had been staying at the nearby four-star Cedar Court Hotel, was jailed for seven years last year after he followed the woman into the toilets at Truth and pushed her into the cubicle, pinning her over the toilet while he strangled her. In Oxford, a university student was sexually assaulted by asylum seeker Khaliz Alshimery late at night in a doorway in November 2023. The woman escaped but Alshimery, 47, followed her before dragging her into the churchyard at St Clement's Church and raping her. Alshimery, who was staying at a migrant hotel in the city, was last year jailed for 12 years after being found guilty of rape, sexual assault by penetration and three counts of sexual assault. In March last year, a migrant named Rabie Knissi, who was staying at the Royal Beach Hotel in Southsea, Portsmouth, was jailed for ten years after a horrifying sex attack against a woman in her 40s. After striking up a conversation with the woman, whom he did not know, Knissi pushed her up against a parked car and attempted to rape her. He refused to attend Portsmouth Crown Court during his trial but was convicted of attempted rape, assault by penetration and actual bodily harm. Detective Richard Gibson of Hampshire Police said: 'This was a particularly nasty and violent attack. Incidents of this nature have a devastating and lifelong impact on victims.' Meanwhile, in Bournemouth, our figures identified 46 criminal charges against migrants at the Roundhouse Hotel and 45 charges against the Britannia Hotel, which are just 180 yards from each other and close to the resort's seafront. Another 25 charges were made against those staying at the Chine Hotel, which boasts an indoor swimming pool. In March, a 25-year-old migrant staying at a hotel in Primrose Hill was found guilty at a magistrates' court of 'assault by beating' three police officers. He escaped jail and received a community sentence. Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick last night demanded that the small-boats crisis 'be treated as a national security emergency'. He added: 'Illegal migrants breaking into our country should have no route to claiming asylum and be held in detention until they are deported, not in hotels on high streets.' Some 32,345 asylum seekers are living in hotels, while 66,683 are living in houses, flats and bedsits across the country. Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed last month that Labour wanted to close every migrant hotel by July 2029. The Home Office said last night: 'We do not tolerate criminality of any kind and will be thoroughly investigating all the allegations raised in this report.'
Dublin Live
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Dublin Live
Ryan Tubridy and fiancée Dr Clare Kambamettu dazzle at sun-soaked Wimbledon
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Ryan Tubridy has shared stunning snapshots from his trip to Wimbledon with fiancée Dr Clare Kambamettu. The couple enjoyed the sunshine and the famous Pimms drinks at the London tennis tournament, and dressed up for the occasion. The radio presenter looked dapper in a blue suit jacket with white trousers, while Dr Clare shone in a simple khaki dress. Her beautiful engagement ring was also visible as she held up her glass of Pimms, with the diamond sparking in the sunlight. The broadcaster said that he has grown up watching the wold-renowned tournament. "I've been watching this event since I was a young boy and love the sights and sounds of the tournament. I was weaned on the likes of John McEnroe, Jimmy Connors, Ivan Lendl and Boris Becker," he penned in his Mail on Sunday column. "It was an era of cranky superstars and Robinson's orange cordial and linesmen/women who risked their lives as they crouched and waited for a ball to come towards them at 120mph." They were not the only Irish celebrities present for the games, with Angela Scanlon and Eve Hewson making an appearance. Ryan and his bride-to-be became engaged in June, when he got down on one knee during a staycation in the West of Ireland. Speaking on the radio, he said: "I have a little bit of news that I've been keeping to myself - to ourselves. "I'm very, very, very happy to confirm I did get engaged to my partner Clare in the West of Ireland on Thursday evening. It is a very beautiful feeling,. We were surrounded by gorgeous people who we didn't know, strangers in the hotel, and people who were working around the place. I got a beautiful ring organised and the weather was gorgeous." Ryan kept the rest of the details under wraps for now, until he can tell his family, but he added that the "world feels lighter" for him. The broadcaster continued: "And it's just the accumulation of a lot of lovely things happening, and I just decided now is the time. More to follow in terms of details and all the rest of it. And by the more to follow, I mean I'll tell my family first. "It's a very exciting time to be alive. I'm a very, very lucky man, and I think it's one of those beautiful moments where the world feels lighter." Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice . For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage .
Daily Mirror
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Kate Middleton's never-before-seen gesture shows true feelings for King Charles
The Princess of Wales joined the Royal Family for the state banquet to honour French President Emmanuel Macron this week, but it was a gesture towards King Charles that stood out Princess Kate revealed her "true feelings" towards King Charles through an unprecedented gesture. This week, she joined the Royal Family at a state banquet held in honour of French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte. This marks her first full state visit since being diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer last year. Now on the mend, Kate was present with the royals at Windsor Castle for the visit. She had previously been absent from the Japanese state visit and only made a brief appearance at the Qatar visit. However, this week, Kate, resplendent in a Givenchy dress and the Lover's Knot Tiara, accompanied Prince William to the dinner. Speaking on the Palace Confidential podcast, Mail on Sunday Editor at Large Charlotte Griffiths described Kate as looking like a "Queen in waiting". Reflecting on the Princess of Wales's presence at the state banquet, she remarked: "It was a big, big deal. "It's the first time we've seen her in a tiara for nearly two years. She's back on parade in a very, very formal capacity and she looked fantastic. "It was so nice for everyone that loves Catherine around the world to see her back, leading the Royal Family and she is more empowered than ever. She really is starting to look regal and like a Queen in waiting." An accessory honouring Kate's father-in-law, King Charles, has caught the eye of Royal commentators. Griffiths noted: "She also wore the Order of King Charles III, which is a small portrait of Charles that you wear on your left shoulder. "This is the first time she has worn one of those, she has previously worn one for Queen Elizabeth II but this is the first time we have seen her wearing a portrait of her father-in-law on her left shoulder. It's really, really sweet to see." The Royal Family Order is considered a token of appreciation from the monarch to female family members in recognition of their service to the Crown, a tradition believed to originate with King George IV in the 19th century. The Order of King Charles made its first appearance in June 2024 and broke away from tradition by using polymin - a plastic material - instead of ivory for its backing. King Charles chose a pale blue ribbon for his Royal Family Order, paying homage to his great-grandfather King George V. In contrast, the late Queen Elizabeth opted for a pale yellow ribbon, and her father, King George VI, selected pale pink. Kate isn't the only Royal recently seen sporting the portrait. Queen Camilla donned the accessory during last year's state visit from Japan. She was also observed wearing the Royal Order during President Macron's visit. The portrait for the order was crafted by artist Elizabeth Meek, who admitted that creating it was "very stressful". The petite 4cm by 3cm portrait reportedly took over 100 hours to create, meticulously crafted under a magnifying glass before being set in a diamond-studded frame. Speaking to The Times, the artist shared: "I did it in four weeks. My husband insisted I took a day off a week because I worked every day from morning till night. It was really stressful,".
The Advertiser
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
Liam 'professional' on Oasis tour, mum happy with boys
Liam Gallagher is "laser-focused" on the Oasis comeback concerts. The 52-year-old rock star has reunited with his brother Noel for the long-awaited Oasis reunion tour, and Liam has been a "total professional" in his approach to the shows. "Liam arrives 45 minutes before he goes on stage and leaves immediately afterwards," a source told The Sun newspaper's Bizarre column. "At Cardiff he had a car driven into the stadium to take him back to his hotel immediately. Liam is being a total professional and is laser-focused on giving Oasis fans the best show he can." Liam is well-known for his outspoken personality, but the insider suggested he's matured since Oasis split back in 2009. "It's incredible to see how well behaved he is being. It's like he's properly grown up now," the source said. Noel and Liam's mother Peggy recently revealed she was the "instigator" of their reconciliation. Peggy urged her sons to put their differences aside - but she could not have made them do anything they did not want to. Speaking to Ireland's Mail on Sunday newspaper, she explained: "I was the instigator, yes. But sure, wasn't it always going to happen at some time or other?" "It was their choice, of course. "Look you can't force them to do things they don't want to do. "You just have to say, 'Get on with it' and I said that." Peggy is thrilled that her warring sons have finally made up. She said: "It's great, because nobody wants their kids falling out, do they?" Peggy also revealed that she was looking forward to watching her sons in action in Dublin. Peggy actually intends to reunite with some other members of her family, including her sister, at the Dublin show. She shared: "I'm hoping to get to the Oasis concert in Dublin in August if I can hobble around. That's my plan anyway ... it will be great. "I know the Irish fans are thrilled about it. There's great excitement in Ireland about the reunion tour and it will be lovely to see family there, also my sister Kathleen. I am really looking forward to the Dublin one." Liam Gallagher is "laser-focused" on the Oasis comeback concerts. The 52-year-old rock star has reunited with his brother Noel for the long-awaited Oasis reunion tour, and Liam has been a "total professional" in his approach to the shows. "Liam arrives 45 minutes before he goes on stage and leaves immediately afterwards," a source told The Sun newspaper's Bizarre column. "At Cardiff he had a car driven into the stadium to take him back to his hotel immediately. Liam is being a total professional and is laser-focused on giving Oasis fans the best show he can." Liam is well-known for his outspoken personality, but the insider suggested he's matured since Oasis split back in 2009. "It's incredible to see how well behaved he is being. It's like he's properly grown up now," the source said. Noel and Liam's mother Peggy recently revealed she was the "instigator" of their reconciliation. Peggy urged her sons to put their differences aside - but she could not have made them do anything they did not want to. Speaking to Ireland's Mail on Sunday newspaper, she explained: "I was the instigator, yes. But sure, wasn't it always going to happen at some time or other?" "It was their choice, of course. "Look you can't force them to do things they don't want to do. "You just have to say, 'Get on with it' and I said that." Peggy is thrilled that her warring sons have finally made up. She said: "It's great, because nobody wants their kids falling out, do they?" Peggy also revealed that she was looking forward to watching her sons in action in Dublin. Peggy actually intends to reunite with some other members of her family, including her sister, at the Dublin show. She shared: "I'm hoping to get to the Oasis concert in Dublin in August if I can hobble around. That's my plan anyway ... it will be great. "I know the Irish fans are thrilled about it. There's great excitement in Ireland about the reunion tour and it will be lovely to see family there, also my sister Kathleen. I am really looking forward to the Dublin one." Liam Gallagher is "laser-focused" on the Oasis comeback concerts. The 52-year-old rock star has reunited with his brother Noel for the long-awaited Oasis reunion tour, and Liam has been a "total professional" in his approach to the shows. "Liam arrives 45 minutes before he goes on stage and leaves immediately afterwards," a source told The Sun newspaper's Bizarre column. "At Cardiff he had a car driven into the stadium to take him back to his hotel immediately. Liam is being a total professional and is laser-focused on giving Oasis fans the best show he can." Liam is well-known for his outspoken personality, but the insider suggested he's matured since Oasis split back in 2009. "It's incredible to see how well behaved he is being. It's like he's properly grown up now," the source said. Noel and Liam's mother Peggy recently revealed she was the "instigator" of their reconciliation. Peggy urged her sons to put their differences aside - but she could not have made them do anything they did not want to. Speaking to Ireland's Mail on Sunday newspaper, she explained: "I was the instigator, yes. But sure, wasn't it always going to happen at some time or other?" "It was their choice, of course. "Look you can't force them to do things they don't want to do. "You just have to say, 'Get on with it' and I said that." Peggy is thrilled that her warring sons have finally made up. She said: "It's great, because nobody wants their kids falling out, do they?" Peggy also revealed that she was looking forward to watching her sons in action in Dublin. Peggy actually intends to reunite with some other members of her family, including her sister, at the Dublin show. She shared: "I'm hoping to get to the Oasis concert in Dublin in August if I can hobble around. That's my plan anyway ... it will be great. "I know the Irish fans are thrilled about it. There's great excitement in Ireland about the reunion tour and it will be lovely to see family there, also my sister Kathleen. I am really looking forward to the Dublin one."
Perth Now
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Liam Gallagher 'is being a total professional' on Oasis tour
Liam Gallagher is "laser-focused" on the Oasis comeback concerts. The 52-year-old rock star has reunited with his brother Noel for the long-awaited Oasis reunion tour, and Liam has been a "total professional" in his approach to the shows. A source told The Sun newspaper's Bizarre column: "Liam arrives 45 minutes before he goes on stage and leaves immediately afterwards. "At Cardiff he had a car driven into the stadium to take him back to his hotel immediately. Liam is being a total professional and is laser-focused on giving Oasis fans the best show he can." Liam is well-known for his outspoken personality, but the insider suggested he's matured since Oasis split back in 2009. The source said: "It's incredible to see how well behaved he is being. It's like he's properly grown up now." Noel and Liam's mother, Peggy, recently revealed that she was the "instigator" of their reconciliation. Peggy urged her sons to put their differences aside - but she couldn't have made them do anything they didn't want to do. Speaking to Ireland's Mail on Sunday newspaper, she explained: "I was the instigator, yes. But sure, wasn't it always going to happen at some time or other? "It was their choice, of course. "Look you can't force them to do things they don't want to do. "You just have to say, 'Get on with it' and I said that." Peggy is thrilled that her warring sons have finally made up. She said: "It's great, because nobody wants their kids falling out, do they?" Peggy also revealed that she was looking forward to watching her sons in action in Dublin. Peggy actually intends to reunite with some other members of her family, including her sister, at the Dublin show. She shared: "I'm hoping to get to the Oasis concert in Dublin in August if I can hobble around. That's my plan anyway ... it will be great. "I know the Irish fans are thrilled about it. There's great excitement in Ireland about the reunion tour and it will be lovely to see family there, also my sister Kathleen. I am really looking forward to the Dublin one."
