'Russell Brand A Target In Prison?' And Piddington Migrant Camp Concerns Over Rise In CRIME

Russell Brand has been sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison after being convicted of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault against four women. The former comedian and broadcaster was sentenced at Southwark Crown Court on 9 November 2026 for offences committed between 2004 and 2009. Brand is expected to serve two-thirds of his sentence in custody before being released on licence. Questions have emerged about his safety in prison, including speculation over a possible transfer from HMP Wandsworth to HMP Wakefield. No confirmed transfer has been established. And in other news, planning permission has been granted for accommodation for up to 1,256 male asylum seekers at MoD Bicester in Oxfordshire, despite objections from residents of nearby Piddington. The Government approved the temporary use of the former military storage site through the Urgent Crown Development process. The proposals have raised concerns about public safety, policing and the impact on surrounding villages. The Home Office says the site is no longer in active military use and is intended to reduce reliance on asylum hotels. However, further assessments are required before a final decision is made about operating the accommodation. Duncan Barkes discusses the Piddington asylum accommodation plans with former Metropolitan Police detective Peter Bleksley. #news #immigration #piddington #asylumseekers #policing Duncan Barkes discusses Russell Brand's sentence and the conditions he could face in prison with former Metropolitan Police detective Peter Bleksley. #news #russellbrand #prison #crime #uknews Have you got a story? Email tips@talk.tv Click here for more from Talk https://talk.tv If you need any help visit: https://talk.tv/helplines Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/talktv?sub_confirmation=1