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Simon Jones
Verified
Reporter, BBC
Beats
Political/social psychology media. political science/theory conflict studies
Anything that isn’t football related
Content
By Bob Dale, Simon Jones Verified| Bottom Line@ Image source, Kent PoliceImage caption, Maureen Rickards has been jailed for life for the murder of her husband JeremyA woman who killed her husband and hid his body in their garden has been jailed for life. Maureen Rickards, 50, stabbed to death Jeremy Rickards, whom she was married to for 27 years. The 65-year-old's remains were discovered at their home in St Martin's Road, Canterbury, Kent, by police on 11 July 2024, six days after he was reported missing by his daughter.
By Simon Jones Verified| BBC News Verified Drugs were found at gig before teen died - inquestSimon JonesJacob PanonsMegan StokesEmily Stokes died in June 2024More than 80 people were found with drugs at an amusement park event where a teenager was believed to have overdosed, an inquest heard. Emily Stokes, who was 17, died in hospital in June after attending a gig at Dreamland in Margate, Kent. She was thought to have taken MDMA.
By Bob Dale, Simon Jones Verified| Bottom Line@ Image source, Kent PoliceImage caption, Maureen Rickards has been jailed for life for the murder of her husband JeremyA woman who killed her husband and hid his body in their garden has been jailed for life. Maureen Rickards, 50, stabbed to death Jeremy Rickards, whom she was married to for 27 years. The 65-year-old's remains were discovered at their home in St Martin's Road, Canterbury, Kent, by police on 11 July 2024, six days after he was reported missing by his daughter.
Company Info
BBC
BBC News is the news division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), established in 1922. It is the largest broadcast news organization in the world, employing around 5,500 journalists and 7,000 staff globally. The organization produces over 120 hours of content daily across radio, television, and digital platforms, with its headquarters located in London and 50 international bureaus staffed by more than 250 foreign correspondents. BBC News provides comprehensive news coverage through its TV channel, regional programs, and specialized services. It delivers news via BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and local stations, while its digital platforms offer live updates and multimedia content. The division produces flagship news programs, in-depth documentaries, and podcasts, catering to both UK residents and international audiences. Funded primarily by the UK television license fee, BBC News focuses on delivering impartial news without subscription fees for its core services.
London, England, United Kingdom
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Founded: 1922