Douglas man denies eight allegations
One of five men standing trial for alleged physical abuse of pupils at a South Cumbria boarding school has been acquitted.
John Studley from Silverdale in Lancashire was yesterday (Tuesday) found not guilty of one assault allegation, on the direction of a judge at Carlisle Crown Court.
Four men remain on trial, including former school owner Derrick Cooper of Hillberry Green in Douglas.
The 77 year-old denies six charges alleging actual bodily harm assault and two child cruelty allegations dating back to the 1970s and 1980s.
easyJet blames delay on 'failure of runway lighting system'
Red weather warning: Everything you need to know
Douglas fireworks will now mark start of festive season
FC Isle of Man launches women's team
