News 01/04/26

A man has been charged after a car mounted the pavement and struck pedestrians in Derby city centre on Saturday evening.

Seven people were taken to hospital, some with serious injuries, after being hit by a black Suzuki Swift outside a pub in Friar Gate at about 9.30pm. Sandhu Ponnachan, 36, from Alvaston, faces six counts of grievous bodily harm with intent, one count of attempted grievous bodily harm with intent, one count of dangerous driving, and one count of possession of a bladed article.

Tiger Woods says he is stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment after being charged with driving under the influence.

The US golfer released a statement on social media after pleading not guilty earlier on Tuesday. He was charged after attempting to overtake a truck at high speeds before rolling the Land Rover he was driving in Florida on Friday. Woods said he understands the seriousness of the situation and will focus on his health.

A weight loss jab will be offered on the NHS to more than a million people in England at risk of heart attacks and strokes.

NICE says those with these conditions, or serious circulation problems, who are overweight should be given the weekly injection as extra protection. Doctors will decide if it is suitable alongside other medication and a healthy diet. Trials suggest the drug can reduce the risk of future heart and circulation problems.

Councillors have unanimously approved plans for a major redevelopment in Slough High Street, creating 274 flats for key workers.

Developers submitted proposals to demolish and rebuild part of the site at 204 to 208 High Street. The building was previously occupied by a former BHS store, with other retail units using the ground floor since its closure.