Andy Burnham has expressed concerns that upcoming EU regulations designed to support European manufacturers may negatively impact the UK. During his meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Burnham emphasized the potential consequences these policies could have on British industry and supply chains. The proposed rules intend to shield EU businesses from competition,… Continue reading New EU industry rules would damage UK, warns Andy Burnham
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Earl Spencer should pull Diana book, Piers Morgan says
Piers Morgan has demanded that Earl Spencer’s memoir about Princess Diana be withdrawn from sale because of a significant factual mistake. The book, *Swan Song: Diana, My Sister*, mistakenly identifies Morgan as the editor of the Daily Mirror at the time the paper published intrusive photos of Princess Diana working out in a gym in… Continue reading Earl Spencer should pull Diana book, Piers Morgan says
Veteran BBC Africa correspondent Mark Doyle dies
Mark Doyle, a distinguished British journalist renowned for his coverage of African conflicts during the 1990s and early 2000s, has passed away at the age of 67 following a brief illness. His career with the BBC began in 1986 after spending time living in Africa, and he soon rose to prominence through his dedicated reporting.… Continue reading Veteran BBC Africa correspondent Mark Doyle dies
Council's 'Lego-type blocks' anger Matlock woman, 81, who was fenced in
An 81-year-old retired teacher, Helene Ball, has found herself at the center of ongoing tensions with Derbyshire County Council just one week after winning a prolonged legal dispute over access to her property. The conflict began when the council fenced off a narrow 98cm gated gap that provided a connection between her garden and a… Continue reading Council's 'Lego-type blocks' anger Matlock woman, 81, who was fenced in
Reform MSPs walk out of parliament in protest against independence debate
Michael Marra, recently appointed as the leader of Scottish Labour, supported the motion but suggested it was driven more by internal SNP politics than by concrete measures to improve people’s lives. His amendment, which was ultimately accepted, kept John Swinney’s original statement intact while calling for increased efforts to combat child poverty. In the course… Continue reading Reform MSPs walk out of parliament in protest against independence debate
Plot targeting Manchester Jewish community disrupted, say police
Authorities have arrested two men in their 30s in connection with a suspected terrorist plot aimed at the Jewish community in Manchester. The arrests took place on Sunday, the day before Yom Kippur, which is regarded as the most sacred day within the Jewish calendar. During this period, numerous British Jews were already attending synagogues… Continue reading Plot targeting Manchester Jewish community disrupted, say police
Ed Davey promises tax cuts for millions if UK rejoins EU single market
The Liberal Democrats have announced a bold tax-cutting agenda ahead of the next general election, with party leader Sir Ed Davey outlining plans to reduce the tax burden on millions of workers. In his address at the party conference, Davey proposed increasing the tax-free personal allowance to £15,000 annually, alongside raising the 40p income tax… Continue reading Ed Davey promises tax cuts for millions if UK rejoins EU single market
Paracetamol overdose Newport student makes miraculous recovery
The parents of Riley Lubas, a 20-year-old university student who suffered organ failure after an accidental paracetamol overdose, have expressed their shock and distress over how rapidly his condition worsened. Riley, studying creative media at the University of Bath, caught a bad cold in March 2025 and unknowingly took two different over-the-counter medicines containing paracetamol… Continue reading Paracetamol overdose Newport student makes miraculous recovery
Four people die in Bootle house fire
A tragic house fire in Bootle, Merseyside, has claimed the lives of four individuals, with a fifth person being hospitalized due to burns sustained in the incident. The fire broke out in a semi-detached home on Stone Square in the early hours, prompting a major emergency response. Six fire engines were dispatched to the scene… Continue reading Four people die in Bootle house fire
Inquest opens into 'Putney Pusher' suspect's death
The coroner expressed her heartfelt condolences to the family of Brandram, with special mention of his sisters Sophie Voelcker and Alexia Hicks, who were present at the hearing held in Fulham. During the proceedings, it was revealed that Brandram’s brother-in-law gained entry to the property using a spare key supplied by a neighbour, where he… Continue reading Inquest opens into 'Putney Pusher' suspect's death