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Sat, 09 Apr 2022 08:51:20 GMT
Tiny UK village offers homes to dozens of Ukraine refugees – but visa red tape prevents anyone coming
Rothbury - population 2,100 - has seen at least 43 households apply to host those escaping war. But red tape means not a single Ukrainian has yet made it here

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 08:49:01 GMT
Sunak family ‘not tax dodgers’, says ally as chancellor’s wife could still save £280m
Non-dom rules help ‘attract wealthy people from other countries’, says Tory MP

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 08:00:26 GMT
NHS nurse ‘on her hands and knees’ over Homes For Ukraine delays
Lauren Corbishley applied to the scheme on March 18 to bring three members of a Ukrainian family to the UK and is still waiting to hear back.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 07:14:01 GMT
Divers from UK and France found adrift off Malaysia but boy, 14, still missing
Four people went missing while on a training dive in waters off the town of Mersing

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 06:50:32 GMT
Thousands sign petition demanding accountability for MPs who do not tell the truth in parliament
Investigation by The Independent reveals that at least 27 false statements by ministers have not been corrected

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 06:34:01 GMT
Princess Royal starts Australian tour by opening 200th Sydney Royal Easter Show
Anne first visited Australia with the Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh and Charles in 1970.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:46:14 GMT
Frosty weekend in store before milder weather for Easter
A forecaster said highs of 19C for Easter are ‘reasonable’ predictions, compared to an average of 14C in the South East at this time of year

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:33:17 GMT
What the papers say – March 9
Rishi Sunak’s wife’s taxation situation dominates Saturday’s papers.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 04:49:06 GMT
British-born dog breeder dies after getting caught in Australian floods
The 68-year-old had been travelling to the Sydney Royal Easter Show when his van was swept away.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 23:31:56 GMT
Rishi Sunak: What is a US green card and why does it matter that the chancellor held one?
Overseas applicants must declare an intention to eventually become US citizens

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 23:06:26 GMT
P&O ferry released from detention after being reinspected by maritime officials
Maritime and Coastguard Agency said reinspection took place at request of P&O

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 23:01:49 GMT
More questions for Sunak as wife says she will pay UK taxes on all income
Akshata Murty said she did not want her tax status to be a ‘distraction’ for her husband.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 23:01:29 GMT
Queen to mark first anniversary of death of her ‘beloved Philip’ privately
The Duke of Edinburgh died peacefully in his sleep on April 9, 2021 at his Windsor Castle home.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 23:01:00 GMT
Labour calls on ministers to act to prevent Easter travel chaos
Shadow transport secretary said the Government should prioritise airport staff for security checks so they can start work.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 22:19:10 GMT
White House refuses to be drawn into Rishi Sunak row after chancellor admits US green card
Green card holders are considered ‘US tax residents for US income tax purposes’

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 21:49:11 GMT
Homeless charity criticises Government over proposed fines for beggars
Campaigners have criticised the Government for proposing to keep fines as a penalty for begging as it consults on replacing the Vagrancy Act.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 21:18:35 GMT
‘Unwavering support’ for unionist leaders opposing protocol – Jeffrey Donaldson
The DUP leader was speaking at the latest rally against the post-Brexit arrangements, which took place in Lurgan, Co Armagh.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 21:12:27 GMT
Recall of Kinder products widened amid concerns about salmonella
Products being recalled no matter what best before date, Food Standards Agency says

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 20:59:30 GMT
Businessman accused of deceit attended palace event hosted by Prince Andrew, judge hears
Duke of York was allegedly paid £750,000 for ‘assistance’ provided in relation to an elderly Turkish woman’s passport

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 20:58:59 GMT
Revealed: Rishi Sunak ‘listed in tax haven as trust beneficiary’ while chancellor
Exclusive: Chancellor noted in documents related to his wife’s finances from Cayman and British Virgin islands in 2020, say sources

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 20:46:30 GMT
Drink and drug driver jailed for causing deaths of two children in Wales
‘If that man was not on the road that day my children would still be here,’ victims’ mother says

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:58:43 GMT
Rishi Sunak’s wife announces U-turn and will now pay UK tax on overseas income
‘I do not wish my tax status to be a distraction for my husband’, says Akshata Murty

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:41:58 GMT
Rishi Sunak’s wife to pay UK taxes on all worldwide earnings
Akshata Murty said she did not want her financial arrangements to be a ‘distraction’ for her husband.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:29:58 GMT
Cressida Dick hits out at ‘politicisation of policing’ in parting shot as she leaves Metropolitan Police
Women’s campaginers criticise commissioner’s ‘letter to London’ after it hails achievements and fails to name Sarah Everard

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:01:22 GMT
Priti Patel apologises over ‘frustrating’ time taken to grant visas to Ukrainian refugees
‘Always easy to blame someone else,’ says home secretary

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:01:21 GMT
Covid infection levels in UK remain at near-record highs, ONS says
4.88 million people caught Covid-19 between 28 March and 2 April, down from a record 4.91 in the previous week

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 18:48:48 GMT
Rishi Sunak news – live: Chancellor’s wife to pay UK tax on foreign income, as he admits to US green card
Chancellor says he was granted permanent residency ‘when he lived and worked’ in America

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 18:47:58 GMT
Boris Becker found guilty after giving bankruptcy officials ‘runaround’ over missing trophies
Six-time Grand Slam champion hid trophies to avoid paying off debts

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 18:40:27 GMT
‘Concerning increase’ in Ukrainian refugees becoming homeless after UK arrival
Some family sponsors are unable or unwilling to accommodate arrivals, while dozens of matches under the Homes for Ukraine scheme have fallen through.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 18:32:49 GMT
Muriel McKay: Police call off week-long search at Hertfordshire farm for remains of woman murdered in 1969
Mistaken for Rupert Murdoch’s wife, Muriel McKay was kidnapped and held at ransom before being murdered

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:46:20 GMT
Boris Johnson refuses to rule out future lockdown if more deadly Covid variant emerges
Boris Johnson says it ‘would be irresponsible’ to rule out something ‘that could save lives’

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 13:32:07 GMT
Plans to delay Bill to regulate English football could kill idea altogether, warns author of review
Exclusive: ‘I am nervous as to whether it will actually happen,’ says Tracey Crouch – as legislation is shelved until eve of election

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:31:56 GMT
Johnson announces £100m in UK military aid to Ukraine
Following talks with German chancellor Olaf Scholz, the two leaders condemn the ‘unconscionable’ strike on Kramatorsk rail station.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:27:58 GMT
Dizzee Rascal avoids jail over assault on ex-fiancee
Rapper Dizzee Rascal sentenced to community order and 12-month restraining order

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:26:06 GMT
Rishi Sunak admits holding US green card while UK chancellor
Sunak paid US tax while chancellor, before returning green card in October 2021

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:21:58 GMT
UK Treasury chief Sunak defends wife in tax controversy
Britain’s Treasury chief has defended his wife’s decision to take advantage of rules that allow many foreigners to escape U.K. taxes on their overseas income, saying critics have launched a smear campaign against her to get at him

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:18:33 GMT
Sinn Fein ‘planning border poll’ following Stormont election, claims DUP
Strangford candidate Peter Weir said Sinn Fein has promised its US supporters a poll for a united Ireland.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:17:48 GMT
Rare Greenland shark that can live for 500 years washes up on Cornwall beach
Shark is thought to have died from meningitis-like infection

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 23:01:25 GMT
Black and Asian women in prison detail racism in landmark report
Black and Asian women in prison are experiencing racial discrimination at the hands of staff members, a damning new report has found.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 16:55:58 GMT
Top private school hosted UK head of Kremlin cultural agency linked to Russian intelligence
Exclusive: UK head of Rossotrudnichestvo spoke at Oxford High School ‘Russian Conference’ in 2019 attended by more than 150 pupils

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 16:50:32 GMT
Charles to represent the Queen at Royal Maundy Service for first time
The Prince of Wales will distribute money to prominent community figures at the event at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 16:20:03 GMT
Scottish Government brands Homes for Ukraine scheme ‘unacceptable’ on visa count
Data published on Friday showed just 570 visas relating to Scottish sponsors have been issued out of 43,600 applications.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 16:17:00 GMT
Johnson refuses to rule out triggering Article 16 of Brexit’s NI Protocol
Appearing alongside German leader Olaf Scholz at a Downing Street press conference, Mr Johnson said he had raised the issue.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 16:15:32 GMT
Canary Wharf: Hundreds evacuated after ‘chemical incident’ at health club
Two people treated by ambulance crews after mix of chemicals released in building

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 16:07:19 GMT
NHS trusts under fire for adverts for midwives committed to ‘normal birth’
The job adverts drew condemnation on Twitter after being posted by patient safety campaigner James Titcombe.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 16:06:02 GMT
First Ukrainian refugees arrive in ‘very beautiful’ Oxfordshire village
The village of North Moreton has prepared homes for 45 refugees.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 15:54:40 GMT
Council demands Russian consul leaves Edinburgh until ‘illegal’ war is halted
Council leader Adam McVey said the consulate is not welcome in the Scottish capital.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 15:57:56 GMT
Woman ‘regrets’ giving blank cheques to accused ex-MP, court told
But former MSP Carolyn Leckie told Glasgow Sheriff Court trial she had ‘completely trusted’ Natalie McGarry, who is charged with embezzlement.

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 11:51:21 GMT
Lord Simon Woolley tells House of Lords: ‘I’ve been strip searched. Ask Child Q if it’s funny’
The case of Child Q – a 15-year-old black schoolgirl who was strip searched by police while on her period after being wrongly suspected of carrying cannabis – has drawn outrage from the public and politicians.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 15:42:16 GMT
Becker could face years in jail after being found guilty in bankruptcy case
The tennis star was found guilty of four charges under the Insolvency Act by a jury at Southwark Crown Court.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 15:31:54 GMT
UK Covid infections remain near or at record levels
In England, around one in 13 people were likely to test positive for Covid-19 in the week to April 2 – unchanged from the previous week.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 15:24:35 GMT
‘A dead body talks if you ask the right questions’: Ex-war crimes investigator on the grim task facing experts in Ukraine
‘Without a doubt’ war crimes committed in Bucha, British expert tells Andrew Buncombe

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 15:07:14 GMT
SNP is right party to lead Glasgow, insists Sturgeon
The First Minister said SNP-run councils have shown strong leadership during difficult times recently.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 15:03:30 GMT
Driver who killed baby while using phone is jailed for six and a half years
Hit-and-run killer James Davis ran off after hitting Ciaran Morris and injuring his mother, and only handed his phone in two months later.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:42:56 GMT
Rishi Sunak: Wife’s non-dom tax status ‘not unusual’, claims minister as No 10 denies leak
Questions about tax arrangements ‘bit unpleasant’, says Greg Hands

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:42:20 GMT
Sadiq Khan takes final swipe at outgoing Met chief Dame Cressida
The London mayor spoke about why he withdrew his support for the commissioner.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:39:31 GMT
Sabina Nessa killer jailed for at least 36 years for sexually motivated attack
Selamaj ran up behind her and hit her over the head 34 times with a 2ft-long metal traffic triangle.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:30:53 GMT
World’s oldest building society celebrates record results
Scottish Building Society has seen its balance sheet grow by nearly 40% in the last two years.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:15:53 GMT
Sturgeon: Cost-of-living crisis highlights need for Scottish independence
The First Minister has launched the SNP’s campaign for local government elections next month.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:09:35 GMT
Rishi Sunak ‘was declared permanent US resident’ while being chancellor of UK
Chancellor and his wife reportedly had US green cards which require tax to be paid in US

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:58:05 GMT
Boris Becker faces jail for moving cash from business account after bankruptcy
The tennis star was found guilty of four charges under the Insolvency Act on Friday.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 10:23:38 GMT
Just 1,200 Ukrainian refugees in UK homes under sponsorship scheme as 71% of applicants still waiting
Ministers accused of ‘squandering’ generosity of British public with ‘needless bureaucracy and delays’

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:43:12 GMT
Britain ‘appalled’ by Ukraine railway station attack on civilians fleeing war
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said the strike with Russian precision missiles could be another war crime.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:41:43 GMT
Covid-19 infections among over-70s hit new high in England
The virus is also circulating at record levels among young adults but other age groups may be seeing a levelling off.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:29:55 GMT
PM and German Chancellor hold talks on reducing dependence on Russian gas
The meeting comes amid criticism of Berlin’s response to the conflict in Ukraine.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:28:10 GMT
Boris Becker found guilty of four charges related to bankruptcy
The former Wimbledon champion was acquitted of a further 20 counts.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:24:41 GMT
‘Shots which killed man were fired accidentally, former soldier told police’
David Jonathan Holden, 52, is on trial at Belfast Crown Court accused of the manslaughter of Aidan McAnespie in February 1988.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:19:03 GMT
Extinction Rebellion protest: Activists block traffic on London’s Tower Bridge
The iconic bridge has now reopened following the arrest of climate protestors

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 09:25:35 GMT
Sabina Nessa: Koci Selamaj jailed for life for murdering primary school teacher in London park
Judge hands murderer 36-year minimum term after finding he gained ‘considerable pleasure’ from actions

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:15:50 GMT
Convicted murderer recaptured after absconding from open prison in Gloucestershire
Jason Mills arrested near Bristol Temple Meads after police issue warning to members of public

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:06:34 GMT
Campaigners win High Court challenge over Holocaust memorial site
Mrs Justice Thornton said the trust’s case against the planning permission decision succeeded in relation to its arguments over the 1900 act.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:03:09 GMT
Family ‘devastated’ at nine-year term handed to drunk driver who killed children
Martin Newman was sentenced to nine years and four months at Cardiff Crown Court on Friday.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:54:39 GMT
Excited and emotional racegoers return to Aintree for Ladies Day
The annual event was cancelled in 2020 and held behind closed doors in 2021 due to the pandemic.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:54:10 GMT
Dizzee Rascal handed restraining order and curfew for attacking ex-fiancee
The grime artist, 37, whose real name is Dylan Mills, was found guilty after a trial of assaulting Cassandra Jones during a “chaotic” row.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:46:09 GMT
Convicted murderer who failed to return to open prison recaptured
Jason Mills went missing from HMP Leyhill in Gloucestershire where he was serving a life sentence for murder after an appointment on Wednesday.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:43:25 GMT
What are India’s tax rules for nom-doms based abroad and why Rishi Sunak’s wife might benefit from them
As an Indian citizen, Akshata Murthy claims non-domiciled status in the UK

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:45:02 GMT
Fuel protests put police force under ‘real strain’ and cost over £1m
A senior Essex Police officer has called for fuel companies to consider using private security to help officers to deal with incidents more quickly.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:42:37 GMT
Motorist guilty of killing two-week-old by dangerous driving
Jurors took just two hours to reject James Davis’s claim that he blacked out at the wheel in the incident on Easter Sunday last year.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:32:51 GMT
First anniversary of Duke of Edinburgh’s death to be marked privately by Queen
Philip was central to the monarch’s life and she famously described him as her ‘constant strength and guide’.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:32:00 GMT
Tower Bridge reopens after climate protest
Four protesters were arrested and escorted away in police vans.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 09:37:35 GMT
Sabina Nessa killer Koci Selamaj was reported to police by concerned hotel staff hours before murder
Hotel staff members thought there was ‘something not quite right’ on day of attack

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:19:40 GMT
Grant Shapps bans Russian oligarch’s private jet from flying
Aircraft owned by billionaire Eugene Shvidler ‘deregistered’, says transport secretary

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:12:55 GMT
Millionaire who illegally built huge ‘man cave’ buys neighbouring homes to stop council tearing it down
Graham Wildin built the 10,000 sq/ft complex in his back garden for his family

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:12:45 GMT
Businessman accused of deceit attended event hosted by Andrew, court told
A judge has been told that the Duke of York was allegedly paid £750,000 for ‘assistance’ provided ‘in relation’ to a passport.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:07:25 GMT
Taoiseach: Ireland will be ‘stretched’ on Ukrainian refugee accommodation
Micheal Martin, speaking in Helsinki, admitted that Ireland will face challenges housing refugees set to arrive into the country.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 11:54:58 GMT
Napier Barracks: ‘Fundamentally unsuitable’ asylum camp ‘must close with immediate effect’ MPs say
‘Fundamental problems remain’ at controverisal asylum camp which continues to house hundreds

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 11:54:31 GMT
Drunk van driver who killed brother and sister in M4 crash jailed
Martin Newman, 41, has been sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 11:27:57 GMT
Why is Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s wife Akshata Murty caught up in a row about tax?
What is the row all about?

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 11:05:03 GMT
London health club evacuated due to chemical incident
Around 900 people have been evacuated from a health club in Canary Wharf, London Brigade said.

Fri, 22 May 2020 08:35:00 GMT
The rise of Rishi Sunak, the most popular politician in Britain today
Although his ascent through British politics has been exceptionally fast, he hasn’t quite ‘come from nowhere’. John Rentoul tells the story of the ‘bright boy who would always go on to great things’

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 10:21:06 GMT
Channel 4 documentary to show footballer’s call for more diverse curriculum
Birmingham captain Troy Deeney held a ‘positive’ meeting with Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi last week.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 10:18:48 GMT
Teenager who made ‘murder checklist’ jailed for plotting to kill boyfriend
The murder to-do list includes ‘walk to site, kill and bury’

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 10:04:11 GMT
Britain sanctions Vladimir Putin’s daughters over Ukraine invasion
Travel bans and asset freezes are in place against Katerina Vladimirovna Tikhonova and Maria Vladimirovna Vorontsova.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 10:00:21 GMT
Keeping waist measurement to less than half your height ‘good for your health’, new guidance says
Carrying excess fat around waist linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease



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