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Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:53:41 GMTFestival of Brexit chief claims event was ‘success’ despite falling far short of visitor target
2.8 million attended live events, organisers reveal – but project branded ‘colossal waste of money’
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:50:48 GMTMPs told they can throw Christmas parties paid for by taxpayer
Food, drink and festive decorations can all be expensed under new guidance
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:49:59 GMTOutstanding schools downgraded in Ofsted re-inspections
Some of the schools had not been inspected for 13 years due to an exemption after they were previously rated outstanding.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:49:43 GMTFive lesser-known road rules which could land drivers with £1,000 fines
Flashing headlights and parking inappropriately could land car-owners with heavy fines
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:48:44 GMTFive lesser-known road rules which could land drivers with £1,000 fines
Flashing headlights and parking inappropriately could land car-owners with heavy fines
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:42:42 GMTDrivers could be fined £1,000 for letting ambulance pass - how to avoid it
Motorists urged to ‘not panic’ when they see emergency services on the road
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:42:25 GMTDrivers could be fined £1,000 for letting ambulance pass - how to avoid it
Motorists urged to ‘not panic’ when they see emergency services on the road
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:39:23 GMTThe driving law that means a million drivers could owe a £1000 fine
Photocards must be renewed every 10 years to ensure the image is a true likeness of the driver.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:38:29 GMTThe driving law that means a million drivers could owe a £1000 fine
Photocards must be renewed every 10 years to ensure the image is a true likeness of the driver.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:36:42 GMTDriving expert explains common road sign that people ‘never knew’ meaning of
‘I still don’t understand it,’ one person says
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:36:23 GMTDriving expert explains common road sign that people ‘never knew’ meaning of
‘I still don’t understand it,’ one person says
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:35:09 GMTThe four new driving laws now in force across the UK
From a total mobile phone ban to low emission zones, don’t be caught out by new motoring rules
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:34:52 GMTThe four new driving laws now in force across the UK
From a total mobile phone ban to low emission zones, don’t be caught out by new motoring rules
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:25:22 GMTMet Police officer charged with assaulting 14-year-old child
Fight took place when Paul Bewsey was off-duty, force says
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:31:10 GMTLabour would relax immigration rules to help business growth, Keir Starmer to say
Business leaders tell Rishi Sunak to ‘open his mind’ on lifting barriers to trade with EU
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:22:46 GMTRishi Sunak - live: ‘Brexit festival’ attacked for ‘colossal waste’ of taxpayer money
‘Unboxed’ attracted live audiences of 2.8 million, falling far short of its 66 million person target
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:11:36 GMTGovernment borrowing hits £13.5bn as energy bill support schemes begin
ONS estimates spending for October included around £3 billion on cost of energy support schemes
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:00:28 GMT‘Hope and positivity’ at heart of teenager cancer patient’s keepie-ups challenge
Fifteen-year-old Isobel began the challenge after her first cancer diagnosis.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 07:54:23 GMT‘Festival of Brexit’ director brands it ‘very successful’ despite low attendance
The project ran from March to October this year and attracted three million in-person visitors, according to organisers.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 07:39:37 GMTLast chance to buy tickets for London’s NYE fireworks opens soon
Ticketing was introduced in 2014 after up to 500,000 headed into central London in previous years.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:21:46 GMTMichael Gove dubs Lisa Nandy ‘Labour’s Marcus Rashford’ in baffling comments
Nandy says Gove’s department was ‘biggest loser’ from autumn Budget in Commons clash
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 06:38:48 GMTPolice investigating clashes outside Chinese consulate in Manchester says ‘number of offences’ identified
A senior Chinese diplomat was seen pulling a protester’s hair and yanking him into the consulate
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 06:18:00 GMTRail strikes called off: what does it mean for your journey?
Avanti West Coast warns passengers on Wednesday ‘to only travel by rail if absolutely necessary’
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 04:21:56 GMTBrexit news - live: Sunak and Hunt agree ‘absolutely’ on current deal, Downing Street says
PM says he is ‘unequivocal’ about not returning to EU laws
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 02:45:53 GMTCharles to host first state visit as King for South African president
The King will experience another first – hosting his first state banquet as monarch.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 02:45:49 GMTSheku Bayoh vigil to be held outside inquiry as second phase set to begin
Sheku Bayoh died after he was restrained on the ground by six police officers in 2015 in Kirkcaldy.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 01:24:24 GMTWhat the papers say – November 22
The papers cover the World Cup, new cancer treatments and change at the top of Disney.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:14:48 GMTRishi Sunak is ‘registered with private GP practice promising same-day appointments’
Prime minister has previously ducked questions on whether he pays for healthcare
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTPost-Camelot National Lottery must focus on good causes and protecting players
New National Lottery operator Allwyn should ‘restore the link’ between buying a ticket and supporting worthy causes, MPs have said.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTSchools using non-specialist teachers amid recruitment struggle
The National Education Union said the Government must ‘act quickly to restore teaching as an attractive graduate profession’.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTOfgem tells 17 suppliers to improve their approach to vulnerable customers
All 17 suppliers who submitted data to the regulator were told they had to improve their practices.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTOil industry will spend £20bn on decommissioning over next decade, say chiefs
The cost has increased from last year due to a number of projects being brought forward.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTJust one in seven Black Friday deals offer genuine discount – Which?
The watchdog found 86% of the deals it analysed were cheaper or the same as their Black Friday price in the six months before the event.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTCancer: Scientists aim to double survival within a decade
Experts from the ICR and Royal Marsden believe by using several methods of attack they can make great strides in tackling cancer.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTSix in 10 shoppers ‘will do more research than usual ahead of this Black Friday’
People are also considering the potential future value of items they purchase, according to the research for Vodafone.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTSantander unveils new current account with cashback and linked savings interest
Up to £20 cashback per month will be available with Santander Edge and a linked savings account will also offer 4% interest on balances up to £4,000.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTSupermarkets ‘taking advantage’ of drivers with high fuel prices – RAC
The motoring services company accused supermarkets of refusing to lower their forecourt prices despite a drop in wholesale costs.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTWall uncovered during Westminster restoration may mark original course of Thames
Experts say the wall is likely to be at least 700 years old and is made from Kentish ragstone.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTNew low-cost airline to operate transatlantic flights from Northern Ireland
Fly Atlantic plans to operate 35 destinations from Belfast from summer 2024.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:01:00 GMTRoyal Mint launches collectable £2 to celebrate 25 years of the bi-metallic coin
The new collectable coin features an updated version of the same design as the £2 coin which originally appeared in people’s change.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:57:57 GMTEngland and Wales up and running at World Cup amid off-pitch concerns for fans
The Three Lions comfortably overcame Iran 6-2 to head straight to the top of group B.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:42:43 GMTMemo on introducing energy windfall tax to be brought before Irish ministers
It comes after agreement at EU level at the end of September.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:26:44 GMTITV Sport’s technical director dies while covering World Cup in Qatar
Friend Neil Stainsby, a TV studio director, posted on Twitter that Roger Pearce had been set to retire in five weeks’ time.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:18:37 GMTJoe Lycett admits he did not shred £10,000 over Beckham’s Qatar World Cup deal
However, he did shred Beckham’s Attitude Magazine cover from 2002, and said the £10,000 had been donated to LGBTQ+ charities.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:17:40 GMTFootballer Mason Greenwood faces trial next year on attempted rape charge
The Manchester United player appeared in the city’s Minshull Street Crown Court but no pleas to the charges were entered.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 11:51:39 GMTThey endured chronic pain and constant blood transfusions. Now a breakthrough drug has given them a new lease of life
Sickle cell disease sufferers face a lifetime filled with episodes of excruciating pain. But they tell Nadine White and Thomas Kingsley a new treatment has given them fresh hope
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:04:36 GMTBenjamin Mendy: Jurors told to ‘question credibility’ of Man City footballer’s rape accusers
Defence tells court ‘collusion’ between claimants could have taken place
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:03:41 GMTGareth Bale sparks emotional scenes as Wales secure World Cup draw
A one-sided first half saw the USA taking the lead through Timothy Weah.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 21:26:16 GMTBeers and cheers: England fans give work the slip to watch 6-2 World Cup triumph over Iran
‘I’m happy to be drinking pints at 11 in the morning on a Monday,’ 25-year-old football fan says
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 21:07:52 GMTTories will be ‘destroyed’ if they pursue ‘Swiss-style Brexit’, Nigel Farage claims
But Nigel Farage’s Reform UK outfit is nowhere to be seen in the polls or at elections
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 19:33:44 GMTFifa gives ‘platform to hatred’ over feared sanctions on armbands
LGBT football groups and politicians hit out at Fifa, saying teams had been “bullied” into not showing support for social causes.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 19:26:18 GMTBritish homeowners face mortgage ‘timebomb’ with ‘biggest ever hike in payments’
Government urged to ‘clean up their mess’ as bills to soar in wake of Truss mini-Budget
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 19:09:30 GMTPlan to be developed to secure future of Shackleton’s ship Endurance
A British-led expedition, Endurance22, discovered the well-preserved wreck at 3,008 metres below sea level on March 5, 2022.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 19:07:50 GMTFury as Wales fans have LGBTQ+ rainbow bucket hats ‘confiscated’ in Qatar
The yellow, green and red hats are worn in their thousands by the so-called ‘Red Wall’.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:57:58 GMTLetting Anne and Edward to deputise for King adds ‘strength and depth to bench’
Only ‘working members’ of the royal family will be called upon to act as Counsellors of State, the House of Lords is told
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:50:53 GMTInnovation funding goes to the same places, West Midlands mayor says
Andy Street said that regions currently do not have access to the Government’s crucial research and development money.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:28:55 GMTMan sent racist email to Gareth Southgate over taking the knee
Brian Martin, from Selby, North Yorkshire, was found guilty of one count of sending by public communication network an offensive or indecent message
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:27:58 GMTIcelandic fish firm quits UK blaming Brexit and Covid
‘The UK market has become more difficult post-Brexit,’ says seafood chief – as 200 jobs put at risk
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:27:57 GMTWilliam shares World Cup excitement by wishing both England and Wales good luck
William has faced controversy over his Prince of Wales title and support for the England football team.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:19:55 GMTShamima Begum was trafficked to Syria for ‘sexual exploitation’ by adult Isis fighters, court hears
Government did not assess whether she had been trafficked to Isis territory before removing citizenship
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:55:00 GMTTory MP broke rules over £150,000 loan from Russian businessman, watchdog finds
David Warburton apologises after standards chief finds he failed to properly register and declare loan
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:50:56 GMTMan sent racist email to Gareth Southgate over taking the knee
Brian Martin, from Selby, North Yorkshire, was found guilty of one count of sending by public communication network an offensive or indecent message.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:36:40 GMTTeddy Sheringham brands Fifa’s LGBTQ armband threat ‘a joke’
Sheringham said he would have ‘loved’ to see England captain Harry Kane wear the armband.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:23:56 GMTWillie Walsh: ‘Heads should roll’ at Heathrow if chaos returns
The aviation veteran said there is ‘no excuse’ for more disruption.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:16:29 GMTLegislation introduced to push back deadline to form a Stormont Executive
It will also allow for MLA salaries to be cut by around a third while the Assembly is unable to sit.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:12:46 GMTDashcam captures disqualified driver walking away after bus stop crash
Monique Moss has now been jailed following the crash.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:55:32 GMTTeenager to cycle 900 miles across UK and Ireland to raise soil crisis awareness
He decided to do the challenge two weeks ago.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:52:27 GMTNicola Sturgeon: NHS founding principles ‘not up for discussion’
The minutes of a meeting leaked to the BBC showed discussions over a ‘two-tier’ health system system.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:38:00 GMTDrivers face £1,000 fine for driving in bad weather
Failure to observe rule could land motorists with 12-month ban, says legal expert
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:37:24 GMTRapper Lady Leshurr pleads not guilty to assaulting her ex-partner
The rapper, whose real name is Melesha O’Garro, pleaded not guilty to two counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:36:45 GMTEngland hit Iran for six in World Cup opener as fans endure ticketing ‘carnage’
Several fans heading to the group B fixture endured ticketing problems as they attempted to enter the stadium.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:30:25 GMTAtom bomb test veterans welcome medal announcement ‘after 70 years of denial’
Some 22,000 veterans and civilians are expected to be eligible for the honour.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:28:08 GMT‘Detransitioners’ to address MSPs at Holyrood over gender recognition Bill
Sinead Watson and Ritchie Herron, who have gone through gender reassignment treatment, will share their views on the the legislation.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 19:34:09 GMTFamily ‘pushed from pillar to post’ after daughter’s death in Qatar – inquest
Rafaelle Tsakanika, 21, of Cambridge, died in a two-car hit-and-run crash near Doha on March 30 2019.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:04:38 GMTRyan Reynolds sends good luck message to Wales ahead of World Cup opener
The co-owner of non-league Wrexham delivered the message in a video to WalesOnline.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:04:10 GMTSix of the best for England but ticket ‘carnage’ for fans at stadium
England celebrated a 6-2 victory over Iran in Qatar World Cup but some fans arrived late due to ticket issues.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:47:05 GMTHarry thanks Sir Elton John for his friendship with his mother
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex described the musical megastar as their friend and congratulated him on his ‘incredible’ career.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:46:17 GMTTrain cancellations hit record high
The worst individual operator for the 12 months to October 15 was Avanti West Coast.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:45:40 GMTMPs condemn FA for ‘crumbling’ over OneLove armband U-turn
Ministers challenged to wear armbands instead if they attend matches in Qatar
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:44:53 GMTMP apologises after failing to declare £150k loan from Russian-born businessman
Standards watchdog finds David Warburton twice breached the MPs’ code of conduct but did not engage in paid advocacy.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:40:02 GMTCornflour starts to vanish from supermarket shelves over low demand
Diminishing demand leads to item being discontinued from supermarkets
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:24:57 GMTClimate protester arrested after ‘approaching Sir David Attenborough’ in seafood restaurant
Animal Rebellion group ecologist wanted to persuade broadcaster to speak out over biodiversity crisis
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:24:38 GMTDominic Raab facing calls for third probe amid claims of ‘obscene’ language in Commons
Accusations the deputy prime minister mouthed ‘w***er’ at Labour leader during PMQs
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:21:36 GMTCabinet minister warns he would not support closer Swiss-style relationship with the EU
Important to ‘really use the Brexit freedoms we have’, Steve Barclay says
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:11:45 GMTSunak promises action on ambulance waiting times as NHS braces for winter
Rishi Sunak said supporting people to leave hospital would help address issues of ambulances queuing to deliver patients.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:07:23 GMTCouncil spends £10,000 on ‘embarrassing’ cycle lane littered with lampposts
Worcester cyclists are forced to zig-zag around numerous hazards
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:58:02 GMTEnthusiasts assured that Vulcan bomber’s engine roar will be heard again
The trust which restored XH558 says its engines will run again before its enforced departure from the airport where it last flew in 2015.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:35:03 GMTBrexit news - live: Sunak and Hunt agree ‘absolutely’ on current deal, Downing Street says
PM says he is ‘unequivocal’ about not realigning with EU
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:32:59 GMTDUP leader regrets stating NI Protocol led to delay in heart surgeries
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson said he now accepts the information was not accurate.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:23:09 GMTWhat is a Swiss-style Brexit deal, and could Britain have one?
Switzerland’s relationship with the EU is not simple
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:16:11 GMTSunak insists UK will not realign with EU laws under his watch
The Prime Minister said he voted for and continues to believe in Brexit, pointing to opportunities to control migration and strike new trade deals.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:10:43 GMTHalf of public think Home Secretary is doing a bad job, poll suggests
Only a fifth of Tory voters think Suella Braverman is doing a good job, an Ipsos poll has found.
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:09:32 GMTRoyal Mail strikes: Every date in November and December 2022
Industrial action follows earlier walkouts over pay and conditions
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:09:15 GMTRoyal Mail strike: Every date in November and December 2022
Industrial action follows earlier walkouts over pay and conditions
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:09:09 GMTHalf of Britons think Suella Braverman doing bad job as home secretary
Poll finds only one fifth of Tory voters think Suella Braverman is doing a good job
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:06:27 GMTAkshata Murty: Who is Rishi Sunak’s wife?
Believed to be richer than the late Queen, the 42-year-old daughter of Indian IT billionaire NR Narayana Murty captured the heart of Britain’s chancellor during their time at Stanford University
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:06:03 GMTAkshata Murty: Who is Rishi Sunak’s wife?
Believed to be richer than the late Queen, the 42-year-old daughter of Indian IT billionaire NR Narayana Murty captured the heart of Britain’s chancellor during their time at Stanford University
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:04:23 GMTHow Rishi Sunak made his wealth
New PM and wife worth a reported £730m
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:03:58 GMTHow Rishi Sunak made his wealth
New PM and wife worth a reported £730m
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:03:55 GMTDevice driven to police station was elaborate hoax ‘made to look like car bomb’
Police said the involvement of dissident republicans in a security alert in Londonderry was a strong line of inquiry.