Tom Mullen

Manchester

Broadcast Journalist at BBC

Senior Journalist at BBC Newshour

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Dealer who sold cocaine from jail cell sentenced

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Tom Mullen

Dealer who sold cocaine from jail cell sentencedLancashire PoliceSamuel Watts was already serving a three-year sentence at HMP Kirkham in LancashireA prisoner who admitted dealing cocaine from his jail cell using a hidden mobile phone has been given more time behind bars. Samuel Watts was already serving a three-year sentence at HMP Kirkham in Preston, Lancashire, for supplying cocaine and cannabis, and possession of a weapon.
Liverpool parade: Excitement builds before open-top bus procession

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Ian Shoesmith |Jenny Coleman |Tom Mullen |Ewan Gawne

'Today is going to be amazing'published at 13:40 British Summer Time13:40 BSTJonny HumphriesReporting from LiverpoolImage caption, Frank Hofman and Rob JonesThis is Frank Hofman, who is 31 and from Utrecht in the Netherlands. He came to Liverpool two days ago and watched the final match of the season in a pub near Anfield. He’s out on Queens Drive with his mate Rob Jones from Birmingham.
Everton's Goodison Park goodbye

1 month ago | bbc.com | Tom Mullen

In pictures: Everton's Goodison goodbyeReutersSupporters applauded during the club's emotional last match at Goodison ParkThe streets of Liverpool were awash with blue as Everton fans said a final farewell to Goodison Park. Here is a selection of striking images from a day to remember for the Toffees fans and the city as a whole.
Second man charged over Chris Brown nightclub disturbance

1 month ago | bbc.com | Tom Mullen

Second charge over Chris Brown club disturbanceReutersChris Brown has been remanded in custody over the alleged assaultA second man has been charged in connection with an alleged assault at a London nightclub involving R&B star Chris Brown. The American singer was arrested at Salford's Lowry Hotel on Thursday and later charged over the incident, which is said to have happened at the Tape club in London's Mayfair in 2023.
Kerri Pegg: Prison governor who had relationship with inmate jailed

1 month ago | bbc.com | Sarah Spina-Matthews |Tom Mullen

Prison governor jailed for relationship with inmateSarah Spina-Matthews & Tom MullenBBCA prison governor who had a relationship with a drug-dealing gang boss has been jailed for nine years. Kerri Pegg, 42, was seen as a "rising star" of the Prison Service, climbing the career ladder from graduate to governor at HMP Kirkham in Lancashire in six years.
Manchester Arena bomb survivors win conspiracy harassment case

Oct 23, 2024 | bbc.com | Tom Mullen |Ewan Gawne

Survivors of the Manchester Arena bomb win a case against a man who claimed no-one was injured.
Rashford handed driving ban for speeding on motorway

Jul 18, 2024 | bbc.com | Tom Mullen

Rashford handed driving ban for speeding on motorwayBy Tom Mullen & PA Media, BBC News, ManchesterReutersThe 26-year-old, who owns a fleet of luxury cars, was caught speeding on the M60Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has been banned from driving for six months after admitting speeding, court officials have confirmed. The 26-year-old, who owns a fleet of luxury cars, was caught exceeding the 70mph (112km/h) speed limit on the M60 in Manchester on 12 December last year in a Rolls-Royce.
Police custody officer held over alleged cyberflashing

Jul 16, 2024 | bbc.com | Tom Mullen

Custody officer held over cyberflashing allegationBy Tom Mullen, BBC News, ManchesterBBCGreater Manchester Police said it had seized CCTV footage from a custody suiteA custody detention officer has been arrested following allegations of sexual touching, cyberflashing and misconduct in public office. The Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officer, based in Bolton, was held on Sunday and suspended from duty, the force said.
Stuart Everett: Family pay tribute to man whose torso found in woods

May 3, 2024 | bbc.co.uk | Tom Mullen

The family of man whose severed torso was discovered at a nature reserve have described him as a "unique character" who "didn't deserve to die". Stuart Everett's remains were found at wetlands at Kersal Dale in Salford on 4 April, prompting a murder inquiry. Further body parts were found in later searches and two men have been charged with the 67-year-old's murder. Paying tribute, his family said they were "united in grief" and wanted to thank people for their support.
Co-op Live: Manchester venue boss resigns after shows postponed

Apr 25, 2024 | bbc.co.uk | Tom Mullen

The general manager of Manchester's new Co-op Live arena has resigned. The venue, which will be the largest in the UK, held its first test event on Saturday but had to cancel some tickets just hours beforehand. It also postponed its opening shows, featuring comedian Peter Kay, as it was not ready, with the comic originally due to perform on Tuesday and Wednesday.