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Why Britain Cannot Deport Rochdale Grooming Gang Leader Shabir Ahmed — Even After Stripping His Citizenship

A legal loophole from 1971 means the ringleader of the Rochdale child grooming gang, released eight years early and rejected by Pakistan, must remain on UK streets under taxpayer‑funded monitoring. Share The release of Shabir Ahmed, the ringleader of the Rochdale grooming gang, has sent a shockwave through communities across the UK. Ahmed, now in his seventies, walked out of prison around eight years earlier than the full length of his sentence , despite being convicted of some of the most brutal child sexual offences ever brought before a British court. He was supposed to serve decades. Instead, he is back on British streets under licence, fitted with a GPS tag and placed under curfew, but undeniably free. Shabir Ahmed, and Adil Khan, lost their bid to keep British citizenship after a failed 2017 appeal, yet Ahmed was still released in 2026 despite Pakistan refusing to take him back. Full story and image credit: BBC News . For many, the most disturb...

Safe, Loud, Proud: Notting Hill Carnival in Full Swing


West London is alive with colour, rhythm and pure joy as Notting Hill Carnival 2025 bursts into its second day of festivities. From the early-morning J’Ouvert paint-splattered revelry to the dazzling Children’s Day Parade, the streets have been transformed into a living canvas of Caribbean pride. 

Soca beats, steelpan melodies and feathered masqueraders have taken over Ladbroke Grove, with over a million revellers dancing shoulder to shoulder in celebration of culture, resilience and unity.

Born in 1966 as a response to racial injustice faced by the Windrush generation, the Carnival has grown into Europe’s largest street party—a defiant, joyful tribute to Caribbean heritage. 

What began as a grassroots act of resistance now stands as a beacon of multicultural Britain, with every float, costume and sound system echoing decades of creativity and community spirit.

As the adult parade kicks off and the music rolls into the evening, we wish everyone a safe and unforgettable Carnival. 

Whether you're dancing in the crowd or watching from afar, may the spirit of Notting Hill fill your heart with joy. Stay hydrated, look out for one another, and let the good vibes roll on. 

📸 Notting Hill Carnival 2025 Highlights

Catch the energy, colour and community spirit in full swing. Tap below to view and download:

Stay safe, stay joyful, and keep the Carnival spirit alive! 💛

Location: Notting Hill, London, UK