'Allegations about Meghan Markle's dad Thomas Snr raise serious questions that demand answers'

'Allegations about Meghan Markle's dad Thomas Snr raise serious questions that demand answers' Thomas Markle vehemently denies possessing child sexual abuse images, but this could become an international investigation. For Meghan, estranged from her father for years, the anguish must be immense. Yet serious questions demand answers. The latest allegations surrounding the Duchess of Sussex’s father are another ordeal for a family whose troubles have so often become public spectacles. Thomas Markle vehemently denies possessing child sexual abuse images. He is entitled to the presumption of innocence. But with police in the Philippines examining alleged evidence and the FBI also aware of claims, this deeply disturbing affair could become an international investigation. For Meghan, estranged from her father for years, the anguish must be immense. Yet serious questions demand answers. Why did Scotland Yard fail to share allegations received in 2019 with other agencies? Could potential victims have been better protected? If children suffered abuse, they deserve justice. And every authority that might have failed them must face scrutiny. Budget hopes For millions of hardworking families, Wednesday’s Budget must finally bring some relief from the relentless struggle to make ends meet. Unite union boss Sharon Graham is right to demand that Labour stops squeezing working people while the wealthiest enjoy fortunes most families can only dream of. Banks are making billions. Energy giants continue to rake in enormous profits. It is time they paid their fair share. Andy Burnham promised a government on the side of ordinary people. Now comes the chance to prove it. Ending stealth taxes and cutting household bills would offer desperately needed breathing space. This Budget must deliver real change, not another round of empty promises. Class clowns Comedian Jimmy Carr reckons comedy should be taught in schools. He might be on to something. After all, laughter is good for us, and children could do with more of it. Just imagine, for once, being encouraged to clown around in class.