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Thu, 14 Jul 2022 09:00:04 GMTKevin Spacey pleads not guilty to sexual assault charges dating back 17 years
Double Oscar winner strenuously denies allegations relating to three men
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:59:26 GMTNadine Dorries in spat with Kemi Badenoch as government shelves Online Safety Bill
‘We shouldn’t be legislating for hurt feelings,’ says anti-woke Tory leadership contender
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:58:03 GMTTory leadership: All the MPs still in the race to replace Boris Johnson as leader
Contest to succeed prime minister described by one Conservative politician as the ‘wacky races’
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:57:02 GMTTory leadership: All the MPs still in the race to replace Boris Johnson as leader
Contest to succeed prime minister described by one Conservative politician as the ‘wacky races’
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:56:38 GMTBoris Johnson news – live: Frost has ‘grave reservations’ on Mordaunt, as next vote looms
Backers of Kemi Badenoch and Suella Braverman urged to ‘join Liz’ as race narrows to six
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:52:32 GMTHow does a Tory Party leadership contest work?
Here is how the complex process of a Tory leadership contest is expected to play out.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:52:10 GMTTory leadership: All the MPs still in the race to replace Boris Johnson as leader
Contest to succeed prime minister described by one Conservative politician as the ‘wacky races’
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:51:32 GMTHow does a Tory Party leadership contest work?
Here is how the complex process of a Tory leadership contest is expected to play out.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:49:06 GMT‘Double the Pupil Premium’ says social mobility expert
Social mobility expert says Pupil Premium funding must be extended as teachers report children stealing basics such as tissues and food.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:49:05 GMTRishi Sunak: Who is the former chancellor leading the race to be the next PM?
Richmond MP must convince fellow Tories he is right man to lead economic revival and unite party
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:48:24 GMTRishi Sunak: Who is the former chancellor leading the race to be the next PM?
Richmond MP must convince fellow Tories he is right man to lead economic revival and unite party
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:45:41 GMTSuella Braverman: Who is the attorney general aspiring to be the next prime minister?
Hardline Brexit ‘Spartan’, vehemently anti-woke, first to declare leadership ambitions before Boris Johnson’s downfall had even been confirmed
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:44:54 GMTSuella Braverman: Who is the attorney general aspiring to be the next prime minister?
Hardline Brexit ‘Spartan’, vehemently anti-woke, first to declare leadership ambitions before Boris Johnson’s downfall had even been confirmed
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:42:09 GMTTom Tugendhat: Who is the Tory MP aspiring to be the next prime minister?
Ex-soldier and chair of Foreign Affairs Committee launches leadership bid after Boris Johnson quits
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:41:25 GMTTom Tugendhat: Who is the Tory MP aspiring to be the next prime minister?
Ex-soldier and chair of Foreign Affairs Committee launches leadership bid after Boris Johnson quits
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:38:19 GMTAnother contender set for eviction from UK Conservative race
Conservative lawmakers in Britain are set to knock another contender out of the contest to replace Prime Minister Boris Johnson
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:36:16 GMTPenny Mordaunt: The navy reservist sailing ahead in the Tory leadership contest
The ‘gallant lady’ with a sailor’s humour could bring saltiness to the race to replace Johnson
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:58:18 GMTPenny Mordaunt: The navy reservist sailing ahead in the Tory leadership contest
The ‘gallant lady’ with a sailor’s humour could bring saltiness to the race to replace Johnson
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:33:57 GMTRecord numbers of students from poorest areas apply to university
Ucas said 38,300 students from the most disadvantaged parts of the country have applied.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:33:18 GMTMordaunt under fire as Truss camp pushes for votes in race for No 10
A scathing attack on the trade minister by Lord Frost was seized on by supporters of the Foreign Secretary.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:32:53 GMTLord Frost has ‘grave reservations’ about Penny Mordaunt as PM and says she was moved off Brexit talks
‘I didn’t even know where she was,’ says ex-negotiator in scathing attack on favourite’s Brexit credentials
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:31:51 GMTCost-of-living crisis: North-south divide widening as inflation 30% higher in poorer areas
Poor home insulation and greater car reliance means northern workers are now £340 a year worse off than southern counterparts, report says
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:27:25 GMTKevin Spacey at court to enter pleas in sex assault case
The actor has already indicated he ‘strenuously denies’ the allegations.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 08:26:24 GMTOnline Safety Bill delay sparks row over child safety and free speech
Campaigners and politicians have clashed over the decision to postpone the Bill’s passage through Parliament until a new prime minister is in place.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:58:52 GMTSir Mo Farah’s PE teacher says star had ‘no other option but to lock away past’
Alan Watkinson played a crucial role in helping Sir Mo after he was trafficked to the UK as a youngster.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:25:10 GMTTory right-wingers should unite behind Liz Truss, says cabinet minister
‘Come and join Liz’, pleads Therese Coffey as rivals Penny Mordaunt and Rishi Sunak march ahead
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:12:59 GMTMet Police open investigation into Sir Mo Farah trafficking revelation
The Home Office earlier confirmed it would not take action against Sir Mo after he revealed the information.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:12:37 GMTMo Farah: Met Police investigating Olympian’s revelation he was trafficked to UK as child
The Home Office earlier confirmed it would not take action against Sir Mo after he said he was illegally trafficked to UK as child
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:12:11 GMTMo Farah: Met Police investigating Olympian’s revelation he was trafficked to UK as child
The Home Office earlier confirmed it would not take action against Sir Mo after he said he was illegally trafficked to UK as child
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:09:19 GMTLiz Truss to set out leadership bid with pledge to “level up in a Conservative way” and cut taxes
The Foreign Secretary polled third in the latest round of the Tory leadership contest, behind Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:05:48 GMT‘Never-before-seen’ Vincent Van Gogh self-portrait discovered behind earlier painting
The previously unseen picture was uncovered on the back of Head of a Peasant woman in what is thought to be a UK first
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 06:52:13 GMTNadine Dorries claims ‘coup’ brought down Boris Johnson
The Culture Secretary has been a staunch supporter of the outgoing Prime Minister.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 06:16:02 GMTPost Office workers to strike over pay
Members of the CWU who deliver cash and supplies to sub-post offices, process finances and work in administration will walk out for 24-hours.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 06:15:38 GMTPost Office workers hold 24-hour strike in dispute over pay
Staff who deliver cash and supplies to sub-post offices, process finances and work in administration will walk out for 24-hours
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 12:45:53 GMTAndy Burnham’s ‘king of the north’ jacket becomes museum piece
Coat worn by Greater Manchester mayor as he railed against area’s Covid-19 restrictions goes on display at People’s History Museum: ‘it’s a visual represntation of the split between Westminster and the regions’
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 05:44:23 GMTPenny Mordaunt: Defence of the UK is safe in my hands
The trade minister and former defence secretary surged ahead of Foreign Secretary Liz Truss after the first round of voting by Tory MPs.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 04:29:36 GMTPolice ‘launch investigation into Sir Mo Farah trafficking revelation’
The Home Office earlier confirmed it would not take action against Sir Mo after he revealed the information.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 02:08:23 GMTUS court of appeal agrees to unseal documents in Roman Polanski rape case
It comes less than 48 hours after the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office said they would no longer object to the document’s release.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 01:45:47 GMTKevin Spacey to enter pleas in sex assault case
The former Hollywood star is accused by three men who are now in their 30s and 40s.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 01:45:32 GMTJoanna Lumley and Tom Dean to be recognised with honours at Buckingham Palace
The Absolutely Fabulous star will be appointed a dame commander.
Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:59:47 GMTWhat the papers say – July 14
The Tory leadership contest continues to dominate the nation’s front pages.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:40:14 GMTSir Mo Farah: My family are my proudest achievement and documentary is for them
The four-time Olympic champion’s new film, titled The Real Mo Farah, aired on Wednesday evening.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:39:51 GMTWho is backing whom? Tory MPs offer support as six leadership hopefuls remain
More than 200 MPs have offered public support for a candidate.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:42 GMTCyclist ‘overwhelmed with kindness’ after 4,000-mile charity ride across America
Antony Butcher, from Ilkley, West Yorkshire completed his three-month challenge and raised more than £25,000 for charity.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:23 GMTTory odds: Who’s backing who in the leadership race?
Conservative MPs are backing different candidates for leader in a broad field
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:00 GMTHousing market demand cooling but prices still heading upwards, say surveyors
House prices and rents are expected to increase in the months ahead, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:00 GMTNew breast cancer drugs to benefit thousands
Two drugs are being made available to patients through the cancer drugs fund.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:00 GMTRestaurant chains ‘serving children’s dishes unacceptably high in salt’
Of the 302 meals surveyed by Action on Salt, 43% exceeded the target of no more than 1.71g for children’s meals, with the highest containing 4.8g.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:00 GMTNew Royal Mail stamps to commemorate the Commonwealth Games
The eight stamps to mark Birmingham 2022 feature athletes competing in sports and para sports.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:00 GMTShare of children in material deprivation ‘fell by a quarter before pandemic’
Relative child poverty rose over the same period, the Institute for Fiscal Studies found.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:00 GMTNicola Sturgeon to publish second paper in Scottish independence prospectus
The First Minister will detail a document titled Renewing Democracy Through Independence.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:00 GMTBrentwood Cathedral given listed status
The Essex cathedral’s Wren-inspired design incorporates a surviving section of a Gothic church dating from 1861.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:00 GMTHouse prices continue to climb despite sales falling – survey
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said its survey of property professionals in Scotland showed the number of houses being sold was falling.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:00 GMTWarnings over ‘inconsistent’ monitoring of criminals after release from jail
Reducing the level of monitoring too rapidly could have a ‘deleterious effect’, says chief inspector of probation.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 23:01:00 GMT‘Women more likely than men to worry about life post-Covid’
Researchers found a ‘stark’ worry gap, with women more likely to be extremely worried about their parents, children, education and work-life balance.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:59:19 GMTTory odds: Who’s backing who in the leadership race?
Conservative MPs are backing different candidates for leader across a broad field
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:58:25 GMTTory odds: Who’s backing who in the leadership race?
Conservative MPs are backing different candidates for leader across a broad field
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:57:45 GMTJeremy Hunt backs Rishi Sunak after elimination from Tory leadership race
Tory MPs vote for a second time on Thursday to remove the least popular candidate.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:57:39 GMTWho is backing who? 180 Tory MPs pledge their vote in leadership contest
Rishi Sunak, Penny Mordaunt and Liz Truss still lead the way as the first round of the vote looms.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:57:00 GMTWho is backing who? Tory MPs offer support as six leadership hopefuls remain
More than 200 MPs have offered public support for a candidate.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:55:37 GMTTory leadership betting odds: Who is backing who in race to replace Boris Johnson
Conservative MPs are backing different candidates for leader across a broad field
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:52:38 GMTGovernment issues new guidance on strip searches in schools following Child Q scandal
Pupil wellbeing must be balanced with suspicion of crime, says government guidance
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:37:34 GMTTop civil service union calls for public inquiry over Cabinet Office racism
Exclusive: The call follows reports about the issue published byThe Independent.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:25:40 GMTBoris Johnson news latest - live: Penny Mordaunt surges into second place as Sunak leads race
Two polls in 24 hours show Conservative Party members back trade minister Ms Mordaunt
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:16:28 GMTTory leadership hopeful Penny Mordaunt repeatedly said ‘c**k’ in Commons speech after losing bet
Tory favourite used address on poultry welfare to fulfil foul-mouthed dare
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 22:02:54 GMTTory leadership hopeful says Online Safety Bill ‘in no fit state to become law’
The Bill is being delayed until the autumn to allow a vote of no confidence to go ahead – a move welcomed by Kemi Badenoch.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 21:56:43 GMTTruss to set out plans to level up in a ‘Conservative way’ in leadership bid - OLD
The Foreign Secretary’s backers have attacked rival Rishi Sunak’s ‘economically damaging’ policies.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:38:35 GMTYoung Black people changing their names and hair at work to ‘fit in’ with colleagues
Half of young Black women avoid wearing natural Afro locks at work due to unwelcome scrutiny.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 21:49:46 GMTRishi Sunak wins first Tory leadership ballot but Penny Mordaunt has momentum
Jeremy Hunt and Nadhim Zahawi are knocked out of race in first ballot of Tory MPs
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 21:14:39 GMTTwo Met Police officers charged with assault ‘after using excessive force during stop and search’
Sergeant Emily Joshi and Constable Ozan Yelken due in court after incident in Hendon, north London
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 21:09:00 GMTBoy, 13, arrested after ‘girl and two women sexually assaulted in park in two days’
Teenager detained on suspicion of sexual assault following alleged incidents in South Hill Park, Bracknell
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 21:01:37 GMTGovernment warns of ‘severe shortage’ of accommodation for arriving Ukrainians
The Citywest transit centre in Dublin has been hit by overcrowding.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 20:08:20 GMTNational Lottery: Winning numbers for £8.8 million jackpot on Wednesday July 13
Wednesday’s draw could net a player nearly £9m and comes the day after a record £191m EuroMillions jackpot rolled over again
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:59:29 GMTGovernment giving ‘100% attention’ to NI Protocol Bill, Vara insists
The new Northern Ireland Secretary described the legislation that would scrap parts of the Irish Sea trading arrangements as a ‘last resort’.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:56:18 GMTTory leadership: Penny Mordaunt favourite among party members to become new PM, poll finds
Second survey in 24 hours suggests Brexiteer trade minister way ahead of rivals
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:18:02 GMTPremier League club says no suspension for player arrested on suspicion of rape
The 29-year-old denies the allegations and has been bailed until August.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:17:35 GMTKey dates in the Conservative leadership contest
It is expected that the field of candidates will be whittled down to two in time for the start of MPs’ summer holidays.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 19:04:33 GMTUK heatwave: Millions to see bin collection times change due to extreme weather
Some residents are being told to put their bins out the night before – and others to expect delays
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:56:36 GMTCost of Living: Economic crisis will increase far-right terror threat in UK, security services warn
Report says ‘economic decline’ is driving increased threat and that individual hardship can push people towards attacks
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:53:53 GMTPMQs: Boris Johnson says he will leave office ‘with head held high’
Prime minister is being forced out of office after Tory MPs quit
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:53:11 GMTBoat owners on UK’s longest canal stuck due to record water shortage in heatwave
Stretches of the Leeds-Liverpool canal will be shut as heatwave continues
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:52:50 GMTKey dates in the Conservative leadership contest
It is expected that the field of candidates will be whittled down to two in time for the start of MPs’ summer holidays.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:52:18 GMTNorthern Tories fear election wipeout as leadership candidates appear ready to drop levelling up policy
‘People would see that as a promise broken and a job half done, and they would vote accordingly’
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:50:32 GMTNew UK-wide rail strike announced for 27 July as RMT rejects pay offer
Network Rail and train operators to walk out for 24 hours
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:49:57 GMTMigrants arriving in UK with petrol burns after crossing Channel – watchdog
Chief inspector of prisons Charlie Taylor raised concerns about the Home Office’s ‘haphazard’ arrangements for Channel migrants.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:45:12 GMTDating ads offering chance to meet ‘lonely’ Ukrainian women banned
Advertising watchdog says adverts connected women’s vulnerability to their sex appeal in breach of law
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:43:54 GMTUS judge rejects Amber Heard’s appeal for mistrial over ‘improper juror service’
Penney Azcarate, who presided over the case, dismissed claims that an individual juror had not been properly vetted.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:04:08 GMTNadhim Zahawi would ‘certainly’ give Boris Johnson job in cabinet
Tory leadership contender’s unsual pledge comes as Jacob Rees-Mogg says he would refuse to serve in a Rishi Sunak government
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:02:20 GMTRishi Sunak would run economy ‘like Margaret Thatcher’ and ‘cut taxes responsibly’
Former chancellor has set out his economic vision as detractors accuse his camp of ‘dirty tricks’
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 06:03:04 GMTDon’t ditch net zero, Coca-Cola, Unilever and other top businesses warn Tory candidates
Right-wing contenders to be next PM threaten to ditch landmark climate commitment
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:51:35 GMTUK heatwave: Emergency planning in government amid fears temperatures could hit 40C
Chances of Sunday being hottest day on record are almost one in three, Met Office says
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:47:05 GMTBBC axes material from ‘troubling’ anti-abortion organisation on learning platform Bitesize
Expert says anti-abortion organisation opposed inclusive sex education curriculums and is linked to homophobic campaigns
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:45:45 GMTBeckham backing brain cancer campaign in memory of ‘close friend’ Tessa Jowell
The Tessa Jowell Foundation is marking the 10-year anniversary of the London 2012 opening ceremony.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:45:56 GMTChris Stuart, creator of BBC’s Only Connect, dies aged 73
Stuart was also a popular radio presenter.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:25:56 GMTWhen is Royal Mail on strike? All you need to know and how walk out will affect your post
Key services could face delays during industrial action but Royal Mail insists its has “contigency plans” in the event of disruption
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:15:14 GMTHunt condemns ‘smears and attacks’ in Tory leadership race after elimination
The former foreign secretary was knocked out after failing to secure the support of at least 30 MPs.
Fri, 01 Oct 2021 21:31:26 GMTSolace Women’s Aid chief executive resigns amid racism allegations
Exclusive: Former staff welcome announcement but say domestic abuse charity ‘still isn’t a safe place for Black and Asian staff members’
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:45:32 GMTConservative leadership campaign quotes of the day
The best soundbites from the remaining candidates.
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 12:19:00 GMTPrisoners still locked in cells for 23 hours a day despite lifting of Covid restrictions
‘Post-Covid torpor’ in jails risks pushing inmates into ‘long lives of criminality’, watchdog warns
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 16:48:17 GMTTory leadership: All the MPs still in the race to replace Boris Johnson as leader - OLD
Contest to succeed prime minister described by one Conservative politician as the ‘wacky races’