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Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:29:29 GMT
Meghan says ‘they are destroying us’ as Sussexes’ Netflix show finally airs
The first three episodes of the documentary began streaming in the UK at 8am on Thursday.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:24:29 GMT
NHS staff could be banned from striking, says cabinet minister
Government considering whether to curb rights of health workers, says Gillian Keegan

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:22:15 GMT
Boy, 12, killed as his electric scooter collided with bus during school run named
Number of people killed in electric scooter crashes has tripled in last year, official figures suggest

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:21:14 GMT
How can I travel for my Christmas getaway?
Industrial action will affect many modes of transport over the festive period.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:13:07 GMT
Strike news – live: NHS and critical sectors could be banned from walkouts, minister says
Government may curb staff rights as a ‘matter of public safety’

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 08:39:18 GMT
Last surviving Dambuster George ‘Johnny’ Johnson dies age 101
He died peacefully at his care home in Bristol

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 08:31:46 GMT
Last Dambuster George ‘Johnny’ Johnson dies aged 101
The RAF officer was the last surviving original member of the squadron that took part in the famous bombing raid on German dams

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 08:20:16 GMT
Authorities move to reassure parents as Strep A confirmed in child’s death
Public health staff are supporting the family of the four-year-old child, the HSE said.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 07:41:03 GMT
Fear of more train chaos in North when timetables change
A number of routes which suffered cuts earlier this year will get more trains scheduled.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 07:31:51 GMT
World’s only female Spitfire pilot killed in car crash 34 years after husband died same way
Carolyn Grace dazzled audiences for decades in her late-husband’s renovated Second World War plane

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 07:26:11 GMT
Three million households ‘cannot afford their heating’ as temperatures drop below freezing
Hundreds of thousands of low-income families are going without the heat, food and clothing needed to stay warm, new research shows

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 07:25:42 GMT
Three million households ‘cannot afford their heating’ as temperatures drop below freezing
Hundreds of thousands of low-income families are going without the heat, food and clothing needed to stay warm, new research shows

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 07:18:51 GMT
Coins bearing portrait of King Charles to enter circulation
A total of 4.9 million 50p coins will enter circulation across 9,452 Post Office branches throughout December.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 07:17:42 GMT
First coins featuring portrait of King Charles enter circulation
Some 4.9 million 50p coins will enter circulation across 9,452 Post Office branches throughout December

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 06:25:19 GMT
Strike news – live: Airport and border force strike adds to Christmas travel chaos
Union admits customs and border force plans will have ‘significant impact’ on travel

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 06:05:28 GMT
What is the Cold Weather Payment and when is it issued?
Government pays out additional £25 to certain benefits recipients if temperatures hit zero or below for seven consecutive days

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 06:05:16 GMT
What is the Cold Weather Payment and when is it issued?
Government pays out additional £25 to certain benefits recipients if temperatures hit zero or below for seven consecutive days

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 04:57:36 GMT
What the papers say – December 8
Striking workers have been accused of causing festive ‘chaos’ on some of the front pages.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 02:45:58 GMT
Anne Sacoolas no-show ‘incredibly disappointing’, says Harry Dunn’s mother
The US citizen has been advised by her government employer not to attend her sentencing hearing on Thursday.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 02:45:36 GMT
ITVX: Everything you need to know about the new streaming service
It replaces the ITV Hub brand.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 02:45:29 GMT
Junior doctor records album of songs inspired by patients
Holly Dejsupa was inspired by the stories of patients she met on hospital placements.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 02:45:24 GMT
Teachers on second day of strike action in pay dispute
NASUWT Scotland and the Scottish Secondary Teachers Association have downed tools over a ‘divisive and inadequate’ pay offer.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 01:01:00 GMT
Hiring slows as workers hesitant to switch jobs amid worsening economy
The number of people placed into permanent jobs by recruitment agencies fell for the second consecutive month in November, the REC found.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 06:42:54 GMT
Harry and Meghan’s controversial Netflix documentary hours away from premiere
A friend close to the royals stressed the matter concerned ‘real people’ and was not a ‘soap opera’.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:01:53 GMT
Motorists urged to be careful as cold snap hits parts of UK
The Met Office says overnight temperatures could fall as low as minus 10C in parts of the UK by the end of the week as a cold snap hits.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:01:00 GMT
Myleene Klass and Jo Frost among celebrities backing Online Safety Bill
The new internet safety laws, once in place, would require tech companies to remove illegal material from their platforms.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:01:00 GMT
Nuffield to lead review into disputes involving critically ill children
The review comes in the wake of high profile court cases, including between the families of Charlie Gard and Archie Battersbee.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:01:00 GMT
Mental health staff to work in ambulances and 999 call centres to ease crisis situations
Demand for crisis mental health services has doubled since 2017.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:01:00 GMT
Tour company’s planning failures contributed to paddleboarders’ deaths – report
Four people drowned in Wales last year while paddleboarding on the Cleddau River.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:01:00 GMT
Offshore workers walk out in dispute with ‘Scrooge’ employer
Workers downed tools on Thursday on the first of two days of strike action.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:01:00 GMT
Demand for rental homes pushes upwards as house sales market slows
A net balance of 35% of property professionals saw a pick-up in rental demand in November, according to surveyors.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 23:42:22 GMT
Heaton-Harris to announce timing of MLA pay cut ‘very, very soon’
Ireland’s minister for foreign affairs suggested that the pay cut would take effect in January.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 23:04:44 GMT
Tories remove whip from MP Julian Knight after complaint to police - OLD
Chief Whip Simon Hart removed the whip ‘with immediate effect’ after a report to Scotland Yard.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 23:03:55 GMT
Tories remove whip from MP Julian Knight after complaint to Met police
Chief Whip Simon Hart removed the whip ‘with immediate effect’ after a report to Scotland Yard

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 22:39:44 GMT
Keir Starmer to promise ‘partnership with business’ if Labour wins power
Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves sets out plans to fill £16bn investment gap for start-ups

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 22:38:53 GMT
Union leader urges troops not to ‘strike break’ ahead of airports walkout
Call comes as TUC boss demands ‘meaningful’ talks on pay with chancellor Jeremy Hunt

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 22:38:05 GMT
Blackford: I believe I would have won if I’d put myself forward in SNP race
He will now take a role as the SNP’s business ambassador, making the case for independence to businesses.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 22:00:00 GMT
House Of The Year 2022 revealed on Grand Designs
A judge said the family home was ‘the most debated’ which deserves ‘praise’.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 21:51:05 GMT
Labour MP Conor McGinn has party whip suspended over complaint
St Helens North MP confident claim is ‘entirely unfounded’

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 21:40:29 GMT
All the MPs standing down at the next general election as Matt Hancock pursues ‘new possibilities’ - OLD
Matt Hancock is to stand down as he looks to “influence the public debate” outside Parliament

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 21:39:34 GMT
All the MPs standing down at the next general election as Matt Hancock pursues ‘new possibilities’
Matt Hancock is to stand down as he looks to “influence the public debate” outside Parliament

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 21:32:16 GMT
UK house prices see biggest monthly fall since 2008, Halifax says
November drop ‘reflects worst of market volatility over recent months’

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 21:31:40 GMT
Major disruption at Britain’s biggest airports as staff to strike for eight days over Christmas
‘Significant’ delays expected at Heathrow and elsewhere as Border Force staff walk out from 23 December

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 21:13:56 GMT
Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby inspire spoof art prize winner
The annual Turnip Prize goes to someone who has ‘created something that they perceive to be crap art using the least amount of effort possible’.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 21:07:15 GMT
MP Conor McGinn suspended by Labour after complaint
Mr McGinn said he has not been told the details of the complaint but believes it is ‘entirely unfounded’.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 21:00:43 GMT
Go-ahead for controversial Cumbria coal mine condemned by government’s climate adviser
Cumbria colliery would be first new pit since 1986

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 20:24:41 GMT
Raheem Sterling: Two arrested after break-in at England winger’s home
Second burglary in Chelsea star’s village also under investigation

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 20:15:49 GMT
Pc cleared over police chase death crash
A jury deliberated for half a day to find him not guilty of the charges against him.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 20:14:24 GMT
Man charged after egg thrown at King Charles during walkabout
The alleged incident is reported to have occurred outside Luton Town Hall

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 20:01:58 GMT
Tory MP urged to apologise and correct record on ‘dangerous’ Covid vaccine claim
Andrew Bridgen described mRNA vaccines as ‘experimental’.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 19:55:38 GMT
Sculptor Veronica Ryan wins Turner Prize for works exploring Windrush and Covid
The Montserrat-born British artist was presented with the annual £25,000 prize money at a ceremony in Liverpool.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 19:36:27 GMT
NHS boss warns of ‘tough winter’ ahead as flu cases rise
Professor Sir Stephen Powis was knighted for services to the NHS, particularly during the pandemic.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 19:27:23 GMT
Matt Hancock not standing as MP at next election
MP says ‘whole new world of possibilities’ out there – but move comes after local Tory association said he was ‘not fit’

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 19:19:05 GMT
Religious leaders in UK throw support behind our cost of living campaign
On the Breadline: Chief rabbi calls on people to ‘dig deep’ to support our campaign

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 19:03:16 GMT
Matt Hancock eyes ‘new world of possibilities’ as he announces future exit as MP
The former health secretary told Rishi Sunak he will not stand at the next general election following his I’m A Celebrity appearance.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 18:59:34 GMT
Bobby Moore’s widow backs England to win World Cup
Stephanie Moore OBE thinks the Three Lions can beat France in the quarter-final clash on Saturday and go on to lift the trophy.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 18:40:46 GMT
Fire service warns of ‘alternative heating’ dangers as temperatures drop below freezing
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for parts of the UK as temperatures drop as low as -10C

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 18:39:59 GMT
Seven-month-old baby girl killed and woman injured in car crash as man arrested
Police bring in 27-year-old on suspicion of drink and drug driving offences

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 18:39:41 GMT
White House and Downing Street establish ‘joint action group’ on energy security and prices
It comes as Britain faces a cost-of-living crisis driven largely by soaring costs for heating and power

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 18:37:16 GMT
Meghan thanks fans ahead of Netflix show
The Duchess of Sussex spoke after winning an award for her podcast.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 18:36:55 GMT
Routine procedures at Belfast children’s hospital postponed
This is being done in response to the high number of children attending its emergency department with symptoms of infections, the Belfast Trust said.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 18:07:06 GMT
Coroner and family criticise Qatar for lack of help over death of Rafaelle Tsakanika
‘No decent country treats human beings this way’ says heartbroken mother

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 18:00:49 GMT
Emergency workers could face curbs on strike action, as Rishi Sunak promises ‘tough new laws’
Any new laws will not come in time to stop upcoming walkouts, minister admits

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:54:52 GMT
Police searching for man confirm dead woman was murdered
Northumbria Police have issued a new photo of Alexander Carr and urged people not to approach him.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:45:47 GMT
‘Absolutely shocked’: Rishi Sunak turns on Tory peer Michelle Mone over Covid contract allegations
PM confirms lingerie millionaire has lost Conservative whip – after she took leave of absence from Lords

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:45:20 GMT
Secretary of State describes ’emotional’ visit to Omagh bomb memorial
Chris Heaton-Harris is to decide whether to hold a fresh probe into the 1998 atrocity.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:29:21 GMT
Strike news – live: Airport and border force strike adds to Christmas travel chaos
Union admits customs and border force plans will have ‘significant impact’ on travel

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:24:25 GMT
Britain’s Got Talent reunion during annual brokers’ charity day
The Prince of Wales and Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman were among the famous faces congratulating ICAP on it’s charity day.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:22:38 GMT
Royal Mail strike: Every date in December 2022
There are seven planned Royal Mail strikes in December

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:22:03 GMT
UK strikes timeline: How December’s industrial action will affect you
Protests against salary stagnation and working conditions happening almost every day this month, threatening widespread disruption across Britain as Christmas approaches

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:21:36 GMT
Coroner criticises Qatari authorities over woman’s crash death OLD REDIRECTED
‘No decent country treats human beings this way’ says heartbroken mother

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:19:49 GMT
Warning after TikTok heater-hack fire caused tower block evacuation
The heater made from tea lights and terracotta pots was found to have triggered the potentially lethal blaze.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:14:17 GMT
Campaigners wait for ruling over Grenfell recommendations ‘failure’
Claddag has taken High Court action against the Government after raising concern about disabled people living in high-rise blocks.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:56:38 GMT
Harry and Meghan Netflix docuseries under fire for using Katie Price court video in ‘misleading’ trailer
The ‘unprecedented and in-depth documentary series’ is set to debut on the streaming platform on Thursday

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:52:43 GMT
Two injured after terraced house collapses
A number of houses were evacuated and a cordon was put in place.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:50:40 GMT
‘Deep concern’ as thousands face cold snap without gas
Sheffield City Council has declared a major incident after around 2,000 homes lost gas after the network was flooded by water

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:40:34 GMT
Wind in the Willows illustration sells at auction for more than £33,000
The pencil and ink drawing by Ernest Howard Shepard was created around 1931 to illustrate the children’s novel by Kenneth Grahame.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:38:43 GMT
King cuts cake at event to mark organisation’s 40th anniversary
As Prince of Wales, Charles was the royal founding patron of Business in the Community.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:34:30 GMT
Major incident declared as thousands face cold snap without gas and temperatures to plummet to -10C
Red Cross assisting as burst water main leaves homes without central heating while Arctic chill hits UK

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:30:04 GMT
Local Tory believed it was ‘inevitable’ Matt Hancock would not stand again
Mr Hancock was stripped of the Conservative whip after it emerged he was joining I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:26:47 GMT
Actor Brian Cox says Harry and Meghan’s experiences ‘clearly traumatic’
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will release a tell-all documentary this week about their time in the royal family.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:16:57 GMT
No shortage of antibiotics to treat Strep A, says Health Secretary
To date, at least nine children have died from complications caused by the Strep A infection.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:11:12 GMT
Abortion clinic safe zones do not breach protesters’ rights, Supreme Court rules
A panel of seven justices concluded that a clause is not incompatible with the rights to freedom of conscience, assembly and expression of protesters.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:10:23 GMT
Concerns raised for elderly if no falls cover provided during ambulance strikes
Dame Esther Rantzen has warned that some older people ‘may well die’.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 16:06:58 GMT
Matt Hancock to stand down as Tory MP at next election
Former health secretary and I’m A Celebrity… campmate Matt Hancock will stand down as an MP at the next general election.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:48:03 GMT
Grant Shapps has apologised ‘unreservedly’ to those caught up in Horizon scandal
Making a statement on the GLO (group litigation order) compensation scheme, Grant Shapps set out further details in the Commons for MPs.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:47:29 GMT
13 cases of invasive Strep A in under-10s – Public Health Scotland
Scotland’s health secretary said the country’s health service is ‘adequately able’ to deal with Strep A infections.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:47:26 GMT
Bus selling affordable food to help NHS staff and patients at London hospital
On the Breadline: Bus to stop at Queen Mary’s Hospital in Roehampton

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:37:57 GMT
Picture reveals packed hospital corridor where 92-year-old was left for 30 hours
A photo snapped by Labour councillor Barry Kushner, 61, showed dozens of other patients faced similarly “chaotic” experiences at the Royal Liverpool Hospital

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:34:46 GMT
Stephen Bear ‘locked girlfriend out of room while sleeping with someone else’
The reality TV star is accused of secretly filming himself having sex with his now-ex, Georgia Harrison, and uploading it to his OnlyFans account.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:32:16 GMT
MP: Changing local boundaries with public backing would ‘re-empower’ communities
Robbie Moore, MP for Keighley, spoke of the ‘challenge’ facing his constituency.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:27:33 GMT
‘I can’t wait to see rain’: Kyle Walker welcomes possibility of World Cup rain
Footage posted on Wednesday by the Qatar Meteorology Department showed heavy rain.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:06:35 GMT
Tory MP who attacked Marcus Rashford can ‘f*** off’, says Labour’s Rachel Reeves
Conservative MP Natalie Elphicke had accused England star of ‘playing politics’

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:55:18 GMT
Doctor Who exhibition set to open at National Museum of Scotland
A suit worn by David Tennant as the Doctor will be one of the star attractions.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:51:21 GMT
Albanian ambassador hits out at ‘campaign of discrimination’ amid small boats row
Ambassador tells MPs claims that 2 per cent of Albanian men have crossed Channel are ‘not realistic’

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:47:24 GMT
Latest attempt to restore powersharing at Stormont ends in failure
Sinn Fein had urged the DUP to drop its boycott of the devolved powersharing institutions.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:46:22 GMT
Fans face anxious wait for visa approval to guarantee World Cup trips
Supporters have raised concerns about delays in receiving their Hayya cards, which are required to attend games at the tournament in Qatar.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:43:39 GMT
‘BP must divest from Russian oil firm or pay for Ukraine’s reconstruction’
Dame Margaret Hodge called for the British company to cut its ties with oil firm Rosneft, which is majority owned by the Russian state.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:41:58 GMT
Schools Bill dropped as Government prioritises tackling economic storm
Education Secretary Gillian Keegan insisted the Government remained committed to some of the elements within the doomed legislation.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:38:26 GMT
Man charged after egg thrown in direction of King during walkabout
Bedfordshire Police said they will not be disclosing the name of the suspect.



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