27/10/2013 BBC Weekend News

Millions of people are being warned, prepare for one of the worst storms

to hit the UK in years. Hurricane force winds of up to 80mph

are predicted, as the storm moves from the South West and South Wales,

then heads East. Rush hour train services in many

areas face disruption.We will have the very latest on the storm's

progress. Also tonight.

A series of coordinated bombings in Baghdad leaves 50 people dead, and

many others wounded. The Conservative Party Chairman

suggests the BBC licence fee could be cut, in future negotiations.

And victory for Sebastian Vettel in India sees the German driver crowned

Formula 1 World Champion. Good evening. Millions of people in

England and Wales are being warned to expect hurricane force winds and

heavy rain tonight, and into Monday morning. Gusts of up to 80mph are

predicted, as a storm heading in from the Atlantic is due to hit the

South West and South Wales, before moving North and Eastwards. Some

ferry services have already been cancelled, while many rush hour

trains in the affected areas won't be operating in the morning, until

it is certain the routes are safe. We will have more on potential

transport problems in a moment, but first, we can go live to Cardiff

Bay, one of the first places the storm is expected to hit, and join

our correspondent, Hywel Griffith. ??NEWLIN Let's get more

the South Wales coastline is in line to be hit by those gusts of 80 mph.

It has been blustery here today but nothing compared to what agencies

and authorities are preparing for. The Prime Minister David, and

chaired a conference today -- David Cameron chaired a conference today,

to make plans for the storm they are calling St Jude.

A taster of what tomorrow could bring, the southern coastlines were

battered this afternoon. In South Devon, there was too much wind for

this turbine. Some trees have fallen, but I could be much worse to

come. Over the Atlantic, the St Jude storm is gathering. Named after the

Patron Saint of Lost Causes, it is causing real concern. I am not going

out tomorrow. I am concerned, the reports indicate it will be bleak,

and today has been quite bad. I have locked the garage doors, all we can

do. Hope it will pass. I know it is coming but I am not prepared.

Councils across the country are having to gear up for a busy night.

Thousands of sandbags are on stand-by in case of flooding. They

have been told to prepare for stand-by in case of flooding. They

biggest operation in a decade. This stand-by in case of flooding. They

is the most prepared we have been in ten years, we have everything ready.

We have sandbags on the vehicles and we have the cleansing teams ready to

clean up, so we are prepared, but hopefully it does not hit us.

Whatever does, overnight, travelled to strip show is guaranteed for this

morning -- travel disruption is guaranteed for the morning. Very

crossings have been cancelled on the Irish Sea and English Channel and

some train services have been reduced. We do not expect to run

many if any train services in the morning because we will be checking

the roots are clear and clearing any trees. Some can relish these

conditions, but for most, now is a time to plan for a bumpy night

ahead. Emergency services have already

today been called interaction. Sussex police are searching for a

missing 14-year-old boy last seen swimming of the West Beach and New

Haven. People are being asked to show caution, it even if the wind

has not risen yet. It is expected to take force overnight so the advice

is for people not to make necessary -- unnecessary journeys and if

possible, to stay in their homes. Can get more on the potential

problems with the trains. -- we can. Our correspondent is that Waterloo,

what is the latest? If you are commuting to London or if

you travel to train across the South of England, expect a chaotic morning

rush-hour. Most major rail companies are predicting severe disruption.

South West Trains has advised has and is not to travel. Until they are

sure there are no obstructions on the line. If trains do go, they say

they will go no faster than 50 mph as a precaution. A similar story for

Southern trains, first capital, and the Gatwick Express, they all say

they are unlikely to run services in the morning rush-hour. Until they

are short there is nothing on the lines. It will not be a normal

Monday morning commute. The obvious advice is to check the website of

your train operator before you leave home. Thank you.

And the latest news on the weather and services that may be affected

can be found on the BBC News website.

There will be updates on BBC local radio as well.

A wave of car bombings in Iraq has killed more than fifty people and

wounded several others.There were 11 explosions in the capital, Baghdad,

in less than an hour. Sectarian violence between Shia and Sunni

Muslims is at its worse level in six years. From Baghdad, Ahmed Maher

reports. Bombers struck during the morning

rush hour in a series of coordinated blasts. Busy streets, markets,

residential areas were targeted. Among those killed in the attacks

across Iraq were people queueing to call -- to collect their wages. They

cannot drive through this area so how could a car bomb and go off? It

is a catastrophe what happens today. A child, a woman and a father, three

members of the same family have been killed.

The Barnes targeted mainly Shia areas stashed the bombs. The latest

violence in a country torn apart by conflict between Sunni Muslims and

Shia Muslims. Recently, the government has toughened security

measures. Checkpoints dividing the streets of Baghdad had been

strengthened, docks are patrolling the areas. There is no letup in

violence despite new security measures introduced by the

government. And the number of attacks has reached the highest

level since the peak of that clashes -- the clashes that killed tens of

thousands almost six years ago. The attacks today have heightened fears

that the country is sliding back towards another bloody sectarian

conflict. Scientists say they have uncovered

11 new genes which are linked to Alzheimer's, taking another step

towards finding a cure for the disease. Using data from ten of

thousands people across 15 countries, the breakthrough research

has been published in the Nature Genetic journal. Alzheimer's disease

is the most common cause of dementia, affecting nearly half a

million people in the UK. The BBC could have its licence fee

cut, the Tory Party Chairman has warned. Grant Shapps said the

Corporation needs to rebuild public trust and become more transparent.

In a statement, the BBC said transparency was key and so was

'freedom from political pressure'. The BBC's Royal Charter is due for

renewal in 2016. Our political correspondent, Alan Soady, reports.

Millions of people consume a slice of the BBC every day. But now there

are questions which go to the heart of the organisation 's future as

well as its President and its past. The BBC 's current boss Ward Hall is

asked I Grant Shapps to make the BBC more open and transparent -- water

hole. But the Conservative Party Chairman argues the Jimmy Savile

scandal happened in part because of a culture within the BBC against

scrutiny. He warns that greater openness is needed in future if the

licence fee is to continue in its current form. Some of his colleagues

agree. He has been expressing concerns and

saying this money, this funding needs to be better audited and be

more transparent. And the BBC should be more accountable to the public.

The editorial impartiality of the BBC is also questioned by Grant

Shapps who says the news coverage can show political bias, something

rejected by bit the BBC. -- by the BBC. He is firing a warning across

the BBC, what is not clear is the extent to which his views are shared

by those at the top of his party. There is a planned review of the

licence fee in 2016 and that will fall to whoever wins the next

general election. One former BBC Director-General is not surprised

either remarks. It is so predictable. I have been

waiting for it to happen. 18 months before an election. The government

decides to start pressurising the BBC and they say, if we win again,

we will take away your money, that is what they do.

The BBC says it is aware of the importance of transparency, but it

is vital the corporation is free from political pressure.

Syria has met an initial deadline to hand over detailed plans to destroy

its chemical weapons stockpile. The body inspecting chemical weapons has

until today to inspect all 23 sites declared by the Syrian government.

Syria then has until the middle of next year to completely destroy its

Arsenal. Now for the sport.

Good evening. Sunderland have one the Tyne Wear Derby, beating

Newcastle 2-1, with a late goal to get their first Premier League

victory of the season. And Chelsea 's Fernando Torres has given them a

2-1 win over Manchester City to move them up to second place. You know

winter is coming when the Premier League get out the high visibility

football, but winning the title will also be about standing out on the

gloomy nights. These teams are contenders which

Chelsea could do with Fernando Torres adjusting to the light. But

he channelled the embarrassment and left his opponent with a simple

finish. Manchester City were not a force until the second half. But

this surprised everyone. City lost concentration in the final minutes,

leaving the rest to that man, Fernando Torres. There is an almost

religious fervour about the north-east derby and Sunderland

presented the Pope with a shirt this week. But this goal was due to the

accuracy of the cross. The Stadium of light turned up the sound. The

manager 's mood darkened after the rake, with this goal. The weather

changed and so it seemed had the fortunes. Sunderland sent on another

player and the 22-year-old Italian catapulted himself into Wearside

folklore. This was their first league win at it seemed like more

than just one win. -- what it seemed.

Swansea and West Ham played out a goalless draw.

Celtic have extended their lead at the top of the Scottish Premier

League to six points with a 2-1 victory over Partick this'll. The

substitute scored the winner with 15 minutes remaining. St Johnstone also

won today, beating Motherwell 2-1. Sebastian Vettel said it was one of

the best days of his life, the 26-year-old won the Indian Grand

Prix to claim a fourth Grand Prix championship and take a special

place in history. Who can blame Sebastian Vettel for acting like a

boy racer? After clinching his fourth world title in a row, it was

time to celebrate. Victory was always on the cards in

India and he won the two previous races held here. He started from

pole position and came under the pressure from the start but he kept

the lead. The only man who could stop him was Fernando Alonso, but

the Spaniard was doomed from the start, losing part of his front wing

and bumping into Jenson button like if background dodgem car. He slipped

out, meaning Sebastian Vettel did not have to finish to become

champion. But the German wanted to win in style after his first pit

stop saw him slipping down the order, he charged his Red Bull

through the field, moving up to second with a third of the race

gone. Sebastian Vettel inherited the lead from his team-mate Mark Webber

and he won by almost 30 seconds. Fantastic, you are a four-time World

Champion! Yes, yes! One of the best days of my life so far. When I was

small, I tried to think where I started and Formula 1 more so far

away. He is the third man to win four

championships in a row but you get the impression he will not rest

until he becomes the most successful driver the sport has ever seen! That

is all for the sport. There is more throughout the evening