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The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
BBC star charged with terror offence after ‘van driven into perimeter of defence firm'
A STAND-UP comic and BBC star has been charged with a terrorism offence after a van was allegedly driven into the perimeter of a defence factory. Susan Riddell was in the dock at Edinburgh sheriff court today after a Ford Transit hit Leonardo's in Crewe Toll, Edinburgh last Tuesday. 3 Susan Riddell has appeared on the BBC and ITV - and is due at this year's Edinburgh Fringe 3 Protestors outside Edinburgh sheriff court today 3 The scene at Leonardo's defence firm last week Credit: Alan Simpson The 42-year-old wrote and starred in BBC hit comedy Scot Squad and is due to begin a one-woman Edinburgh Fringe comedy show next week. Italian firm Leonardo's supplies defence and security gear to the Ministry of Defence, including military technology which has been sent to Israel . Riddell, Allegra Fitzherbert, 34, from London , and Naomi Stubbs-Gorman, 31, from Glasgow , are accused of allegedly committing malicious mischief aggravated by having a terrorist connection. The comedian is also facing a charge of dangerous driving aggravated by reason of having a terrorist connection under the Road Traffic Act 1988 Section 2. All three accused made no plea and the case was committed for further examination. Riddell and Fitzherbert were released on bail and no date has yet been set down for their next court appearance. But Stubbs-Gorman will have to return to court on Wednesday after her bail application was continued for 24 hours. Around 100 protestors and members of Edinburgh Action for Palestine were present outside the city centre court building to show support for the three accused. Most read in The Scottish Sun Riddell's appearances include ITV's Jonathan Ross Comedy Club, BBC Comedy Underground and BBC Queen of the New Year as well as being a regular panellist on BBC Breaking the News . She has also provided tour support for stand-ups Ardal O'Hanlon and Fern Brady. Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dead at 54 after 'accidental drowning' Meanwhile, three men have been arrested in connection with terror offences for allegedly showing support for a proscribed terrorist organisation. At around 1.30pm, a 58-year-old man was arrested outside the Scottish Parliament for waving a sign that expressed support for such an organisation. On Saturday, two men, aged 78 and 60, were arrested during a protest , where the two allegedly showed support for a proscribed organisation. The three were arrested in connection with the Terrorism Act 2000. Police Scotland says a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
BBC star charged with terror offence after ‘van driven into perimeter of defence firm'
The stand-up comedian wrote and starred in the BBC's Scot Squad and is due to star in an Edinburgh Fringe show next week IN THE DOCK BBC star charged with terror offence after 'van driven into perimeter of defence firm' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A STAND-UP comic and BBC star has been charged with a terrorism offence after a van was allegedly driven into the perimeter of a defence factory. Susan Riddell was in the dock at Edinburgh sheriff court today after a Ford Transit hit Leonardo's in Crewe Toll, Edinburgh last Tuesday. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Susan Riddell has appeared on the BBC and ITV - and is due at this year's Edinburgh Fringe 3 Protestors outside Edinburgh sheriff court today 3 The scene at Leonardo's defence firm last week Credit: Alan Simpson The 42-year-old wrote and starred in BBC hit comedy Scot Squad and is due to begin a one-woman Edinburgh Fringe comedy show next week. Italian firm Leonardo's supplies defence and security gear to the Ministry of Defence, including military technology which has been sent to Israel. Riddell, Allegra Fitzherbert, 34, from London, and Naomi Stubbs-Gorman, 31, from Glasgow, are accused of allegedly committing malicious mischief aggravated by having a terrorist connection. The comedian is also facing a charge of dangerous driving aggravated by reason of having a terrorist connection under the Road Traffic Act 1988 Section 2. All three accused made no plea and the case was committed for further examination. Riddell and Fitzherbert were released on bail and no date has yet been set down for their next court appearance. But Stubbs-Gorman will have to return to court on Wednesday after her bail application was continued for 24 hours. Around 100 protestors and members of Edinburgh Action for Palestine were present outside the city centre court building to show support for the three accused. Riddell's appearances include ITV's Jonathan Ross Comedy Club, BBC Comedy Underground and BBC Queen of the New Year as well as being a regular panellist on BBC Breaking the News. She has also provided tour support for stand-ups Ardal O'Hanlon and Fern Brady. Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dead at 54 after 'accidental drowning' Meanwhile, three men have been arrested in connection with terror offences for allegedly showing support for a proscribed terrorist organisation. At around 1.30pm, a 58-year-old man was arrested outside the Scottish Parliament for waving a sign that expressed support for such an organisation. On Saturday, two men, aged 78 and 60, were arrested during a protest, where the two allegedly showed support for a proscribed organisation. The three were arrested in connection with the Terrorism Act 2000. Police Scotland says a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
The Herald Scotland
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
LGBT-inclusive education 'would have changed my life'
Winner of the second annual Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award in March 2024, McCabe has also appeared on programmes such as Scot Squad, Have I Got News For You, and Frankie Boyle's New World Order. Her stand-up show Femme Fatality was recorded for the BBC, and she is planning a four-week run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival. She was announced as the patron of TIE in January this year, saying at the time: 'In a society that feels more polarised, and I can see some of the same old rhetoric from the past, LGBT inclusive education is too important to ignore. I will bring humour, passion, and fight to this role to make sure that not one young person feels the way that I felt because of their sexuality.' READ MORE Speaking to The Herald, McCabe discussed being made homeless after coming out to her parents, middle-class homophobia, and the need to continue fighting for progress for the LGBT+ community. Susie McCabe spoke exclusively to education specialist James McEnaney (Image: Gordon Terris / The Herald) 'I think you get to a stage where you realise you're living your life but the decisions you make are really going to impact the people coming behind you. I'm still of a generation of gay people who had a generation above them that taught them things. That generation went to more funerals than I'll ever go to in my life. That generation worked really hard for me to be accepted and get my equality. They kicked in the doors. 'As I was starting to see us lurch to the right. I was seeing things and hearing things that I would have seen and heard in the 1980s. 'I started to see people in public office use language that jarred me. She says that the work being done by TIE, and the message of acceptance it sends to all young people, is something she wants to support and protect: 'That would have changed my life.'
Scotsman
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Get to know your Postcode Pals at the Fringe, that's an order!
Shows taking part in the Postcode Pals initiative include Jack Docherty in The Chief – a spin-off from the award-winning BBC Scotland comedy Scot Squad No matter how many years at the Fringe we have under our belts, August always seems to speed around the corner. As we celebrate our 40th anniversary this year, we're getting ready to celebrate in style and excitement is building around the office. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... This year, our beloved Teviot Row House is still undergoing renovations so it's been a new adventure to open a brand new venue in Edinburgh University's Appleton Tower. We have a small but dedicated team of staff who are busy getting Appleton Tower and our returning venues of Patter House and The Museum ready to open. While there are so many finishing touches to get in place this time of year, feeling the excitement start to build around the city makes it worth it. Plus, this week, our fantastic Postcode Pals initiative returns, which allows local residents from across Edinburgh and the Lothians, Falkirk and Fife to access thousands of discounted tickets. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad We have over 125 shows taking part, meaning locals in EH, KY and FK postcodes can secure £6 tickets for some of the Fringe's biggest shows across our comedy, family and theatre programme. It's a great way for locals to find their new favourite Fringe show and try out something new. Some shows taking part in Postcode Pals include Jack Docherty, pictured, in The Chief – a spin-off from the award-winning BBC Scotland comedy Scot Squad – TikTok star Kim Blythe, rising star Alana Jackson, local comic Michael Welch and Ian Pattison's play Faye's Red Lines featuring a stunning performance from Gail Watson. For families, check out Lindsey Cole and Mark Thompson, as well as interactive shows like James Campbell 4 Kids: Reducks that are sure to keep the kids (and parents) entertained! We're also very excited to welcome actress, comedian and talk show host Rosie O'Donnell to Edinburgh for her very first Fringe. Rosie has always used her voice to stand up for what she believes in, something the world needs now more than ever. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad She's an incredible talent and storyteller, so I'm looking forward to hearing more about her experiences over the past few decades in her new show with us, Common Knowledge. With the world's largest arts festival on our doorstep, it's great to see locals embracing it and we hope Postcode Pals helps to get residents involved – so start planning your shows now because August is coming up quickly!
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Scotsman
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Edinburgh Fringe: £6 tickets for Edinburgh and Lothian residents for some of the Fringe's biggest shows
After a successful inaugural run in 2024, Edinburgh Fringe venue Gilded Balloon has relaunched its Postcode Pals scheme, offering locals discounted tickets for some of the best shows. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Over 125 shows will offer £6 tickets for residents across Edinburgh and the Lothians, Fife and Falkirk, including Alana Jackson, Caroline Rhea, Jack Docherty in The Chief, Kim Blythe, Rosie O'Donnell and many more. This year's programme celebrates Gilded Balloon's 40th Fringe, with household names returning alongside a line-up of newcomers and fresh talent. And now, Postcode Pals will ensure local residents can grab discounts for the very best Fringe shows for the first few days of the festival, whether planning a family day out, late night comedy or thrilling theatre. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Postcode Pals runs from now until 6pm on Tuesday, July 29 for residents in EH, KY and FK postcodes, valid for select shows from July 30 - August 3. See here for the discounted tickets. Type PALS25 at checkout to unlock the discount. Edinburgh comedy legend Jack Docherty will return to the Fringe this year as The Chief, his popular character in BBC Scotland show Scot Squad. | Gilded Balloon This scheme enables local residents to see some of the Fringe's top shows in the very first few days of the world's biggest arts festival. Locals can pick up two tickets per show with a maximum of six transactions. For the ultimate family day out, locals can enjoy a line-up of fantastic family-friendly entertainment from world-class performers like Lindsey Cole and Mark Thompson, as well as interactive shows like Woody's Bush Cabaret for Kids and & the ImproBots: How to Train Your Robot, which are sure to keep the kids (and parents) entertained. Postcode Pals can secure tickets to some of the Fringe's top comedians including Jack Docherty in The Chief, Rosie O'Donnell's first Fringe, TikTok star Kim Blythe, rising star Alana Jackson, local comic Michael Welch and Aunt Hilda herself, Caroline Rhea. They can also enjoy some top-tier comedy from abroad, including New Zealand funny girl Sarah Bradley in Just Like Other Girls and New York comic Liz Coin's show Lizzy Sunshine. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Katy and Karen Koren, artistic directors of Gilded Balloon said, 'We're excited to launch a second year of Postcode Pals and release thousands of discounted tickets for some of our very best shows to ensure local residents don't miss out on Fringe fun. 'With the world's largest arts festival on our doorstep, it's important as locals that we embrace it and we hope Postcode Pals helps local residents to get involved, grab a bargain and see some big names, or maybe take a chance on someone new! 'With £6 tickets running across all three of our venues, there's shows on offer for all types of Fringe fans - from the littlest members of your family to comedy fans, theatregoers and more.' Fringe shows by Kim Blythe and Rosie O'Donnell are also part of the Postcode Pals deal this year. | Gilded Baloon Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad For pals who are more on the adventurous side, Gilded Balloon's interactive shows will keep you on the edge of your seat, and sometimes bring you onto the stage! Some exciting additions to the programme this year are IKEA WARS, which challenges two comedians to build Ikea furniture on stage in a race against the clock, Married at Fringe Sight, a Fringe dating show that ends with a marriage, as well as some show-stopping tricks at 1 Hour of Insane Magic. Postcode Pals can also bag discounted tickets for some of the most exciting new theatre at this year's festival, including Gail Watson in Faye's Red Lines and EastEnders star Michelle Collins in her new show, Motorhome Marilyn. For the musically inclined, Arthur Hull's FLOP and Midnight at the Palace are two that can't be missed. Gilded Balloon's 'Pals in Pink' will welcome audiences from around the world as staff transform all three venues (Appleton Tower, Patter House and the National Museum of Scotland) into fabulously pink hubs of creativity with acts from every genre descending during the month of August. Postcode Pals gives local residents even more incentive to start their Fringe wish lists early so they can take advantage of this great opportunity to see some of the biggest shows of the year at the start of their runs. Tickets on sale now via
