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Conservatives question whether ministers will face Oasis freebie ban

Conservatives question whether ministers will face Oasis freebie ban

Conservatives question whether ministers will face Oasis freebie ban

14 October 2024

Shadow Cabinet Office minister John Glen said Labour frontbenchers have been ‘beset by a series of scandals’


Extinction Rebellion urges insurers to stop covering fossil fuel projects

Extinction Rebellion urges insurers to stop covering fossil fuel projects

Extinction Rebellion urges insurers to stop covering fossil fuel projects

14 October 2024

The environmental campaign group sent a letter to bosses of UK-based insurance firms as it prepares to stage a week of protests targeting offices.


Charlie Elphicke has legal bill reduced after libel battle with Sunday Times publisher

Charlie Elphicke has legal bill reduced after libel battle with Sunday Times publisher

Charlie Elphicke has legal bill reduced after libel battle with Sunday Times publisher

14 October 2024

Elphicke, the former Conservative Party MP for Dover, ended his defamation case against Times Media Limited before it went to trial.


Martin Scorsese to produce Beatles documentary capturing 1964 US arrival

Martin Scorsese to produce Beatles documentary capturing 1964 US arrival

Martin Scorsese to produce Beatles documentary capturing 1964 US arrival

14 October 2024

Beatles ’64 will feature never-before-seen footage of the band and the host of young fans who helped fuel their fame.


NHS and care regulator needs ‘rapid turnaround’, report finds

NHS and care regulator needs ‘rapid turnaround’, report finds

NHS and care regulator needs ‘rapid turnaround’, report finds

14 October 2024

Dr Penny Dash has published her final findings into the Care Quality Commission (CQC).


Changes to Legacy Act risk Troubles veterans’ reputations – shadow minister

Changes to Legacy Act risk Troubles veterans’ reputations – shadow minister

Changes to Legacy Act risk Troubles veterans’ reputations – shadow minister

14 October 2024

Shadow veterans minister Andrew Bowie also paid tribute to those killed in the Brighton Hotel bombing on the 40th anniversary of the attack.


Ukraine should have similar defence system to Israel’s Iron Dome, MP says

Ukraine should have similar defence system to Israel’s Iron Dome, MP says

Ukraine should have similar defence system to Israel’s Iron Dome, MP says

14 October 2024

In the Commons, DUP MP Jim Shannon said Ukraine ‘needs something similar’ to Israel’s missile shield.


Michelin-starred Birmingham restaurant closes after 17 years amid bookings fall

Michelin-starred Birmingham restaurant closes after 17 years amid bookings fall

Michelin-starred Birmingham restaurant closes after 17 years amid bookings fall

14 October 2024

Purnell’s closed on Saturday with owner Glynn Purnell citing traffic problems and unease linked to demonstrations for declining footfall.


Reeves warns of ‘difficult decisions’ on tax ahead of Budget

Reeves warns of ‘difficult decisions’ on tax ahead of Budget

Reeves warns of ‘difficult decisions’ on tax ahead of Budget

14 October 2024

Chancellor Rachel Reeves insisted businesses welcome the stability offered by Labour even if taxes are set to increase to fill fiscal ‘black hole’.


£1m lottery ticket winner loses out on chance to claim prize

£1m lottery ticket winner loses out on chance to claim prize

£1m lottery ticket winner loses out on chance to claim prize

14 October 2024

The deadline to bag the £1m EuroMillions prize ended on Sunday.


‘Renewed optimism’ for growth as Government unveils industrial strategy

‘Renewed optimism’ for growth as Government unveils industrial strategy

‘Renewed optimism’ for growth as Government unveils industrial strategy

14 October 2024

Business group bosses and industry chiefs have indicated the strategy could help accelerate growth and create more UK jobs.


Benjamin Mendy ‘lent money by teammates’ after Man City stopped paying his wages

Benjamin Mendy ‘lent money by teammates’ after Man City stopped paying his wages

Benjamin Mendy ‘lent money by teammates’ after Man City stopped paying his wages

14 October 2024

The 30-year-old footballer’s £500,000 per month wage was withheld by the club after he was charged with rape in 2021.


Key dates in Sara Sharif death after alleged ‘campaign of abuse’

Key dates in Sara Sharif death after alleged ‘campaign of abuse’

Key dates in Sara Sharif death after alleged ‘campaign of abuse’

14 October 2024

The youngster’s father Urfan Sharif is on trial accused of her murder alongside her stepmother Beinash Batool and uncle Faisal Malik.


Author of Cass Review on NHS gender services takes seat in House of Lords

Author of Cass Review on NHS gender services takes seat in House of Lords

Author of Cass Review on NHS gender services takes seat in House of Lords

14 October 2024

Dr Hilary Cass, now known as Baroness Cass, has been formally introduced to the upper chamber, along with former Commons deputy speaker Eleanor Laing.


Former Countdown champion in court accused of knife attack on rival

Former Countdown champion in court accused of knife attack on rival

Former Countdown champion in court accused of knife attack on rival

14 October 2024

John Cowen, 30, is accused of wounding with intent.


Passenger who avoided legal action over railcard error calls for change

Passenger who avoided legal action over railcard error calls for change

Passenger who avoided legal action over railcard error calls for change

14 October 2024

Sam Williamson was faced with a potential fine of hundreds of pounds after using his railcard at the wrong time.


Hoyle: Alex Salmond leaves a deep and lasting legacy

Hoyle: Alex Salmond leaves a deep and lasting legacy

Hoyle: Alex Salmond leaves a deep and lasting legacy

14 October 2024

The Commons Speaker led tributes in Westminster following Mr Salmond’s death.


Gregg Wallace addresses ‘sexual comments’ allegations after BBC probe

Gregg Wallace addresses ‘sexual comments’ allegations after BBC probe

Gregg Wallace addresses ‘sexual comments’ allegations after BBC probe

14 October 2024

He says he is ‘true’ to his wife, who he has written an Italian cookery book with.


Met takes operational decisions independently, say Sadiq Khan and Number 10

Met takes operational decisions independently, say Sadiq Khan and Number 10

Met takes operational decisions independently, say Sadiq Khan and Number 10

14 October 2024

The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said ‘operational decisions are for the Met independently of the Government’.


Football supporter admits offensive Hillsborough post after fan’s death

Football supporter admits offensive Hillsborough post after fan’s death

Football supporter admits offensive Hillsborough post after fan’s death

14 October 2024

Richard Crisp posted the message on X, formerly Twitter, following the death of West Brom fan Mark Townsend at Hillsborough stadium on September 28.


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