Boris Johnson has denied mocking the public for obeying lockdown rules “like a religion” in his new memoir, which saw him question why people “so avidly craved” restrictions.
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HS2: High-speed rail line will end at London Euston, transport secretary Louise Haigh indicates The transport secretary has indicated that HS2 will run into central London, saying it “would never have made sense” for that not to happen, following months of speculation over the rail line. The government will make a final announcement around the time of the budget, Louise Haigh suggested. Asked if it would be affordable to get HS2 to terminate at Euston,…
He continued: “I think the problem is not with the decision itself, it’s not even with the implementation of the decision, the problem is with the use we make of it right now and the championing of Brexit.
Ofwat: Which water companies have been fined and how can I claim? Water companies have been ordered to return nearly £160m to customers next year after missing several key targets. Industry regulator Ofwat announced the figure through its annual review of the companies. The multi-million sum will be returned to customers via a rebate on bills, meaning many will see them lowered next year. The exact amount customers can expect back will depend on their…
Madeleine McCann: Where are the missing girl’s family now as suspect Christian Brueckner cleared of rape charges? The case of Madeleine McCann, the British toddler who disappeared from a Portuguese holiday resort 16 years ago, unexpectedly lurched back into life in May 2023 when investigators launched a major search operation at a reservoir in the Algarve. The initiative was instigated by German prosecutor Hans Christian Wolters, who said officials were acting on “certain tips” from…
Grieving family of man murdered 35 years ago hope for forensic breakthrough as police reopen investigation The family of a man murdered in an unsolved shooting 35 years ago hope to finally get justice after detectives reopened the investigation following advances in forensic science. Richard Haywood, commonly known as Ricky, was shot multiple times in an attack at his home above Ambiance Jewellers in Shirley Road, Southampton, on 16 October 1989. No-one has ever been…
Tories cut Starmer’s poll lead to one point ahead of crucial leadership vote – Live updates In a dramatic twist, the Conservatives have narrowed Labour’s lead to just one point, raising alarms for Sir Keir Starmer’s party months after its sweeping election victory. The latest More in Common poll revealed the party now sits at 29 per cent, down one percentage point, while the Tories have gained two points, reaching 28 per cent. This represents…
Draconid Meteor Shower Offers Chance to See Hundreds of Shooting Stars per Hour in October Skies Good News Network – On the night of October 8th, the Earth will pass through a meteor shower radiating from the constellation Draco, an event that stargazers await with great anticipation. That’s because the Draconid Meteor Shower can often display a peak rate of shooting stars of just a few per hour, but, every few years, exceeds all others…
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Cloudy with outbreaks of rain across parts of Scotland and northern England. Elsewhere, a mix of sunny spells and scattered showers. Showers will be heavy at times with some thundery downpours and hail. Feeling warm in any sunny spells. Tonight: Clear spells and showers for many with thunderstorms across some southern parts of England. Staying cloudy in Scotland with outbreaks of rain. Mist patches possible in any clear spells. Source: Met Office
Tuesday’s front pages feature images of Israelis marking the first anniversary of the October 7 attacks. The tributes are heavily covered on today’s front pages, mostly in images – with the latest from UK politics being the lead story for most publications.
There is ongoing coverage of Sue Gray quitting her No10 role as well as reports that UK troops could be sent to the Middle East.
Elsewhere, there’s a bit of showbiz news on the front pages.
Which Tube line to take during rush hour? The best Tube line has been revealed | UK News People pack into a carriage on the Northern line during rush hour packed like sardines in a tin. The smell, the rudeness and the lack of hygiene by some people is difficult to comprehend. As such you will struggle to find anyone that enjoys taking the Tube in London during rush hour. But on a scale of…
Four in hospital after school bus overturns in Carrowdore carrying 43 schoolchildren Four people are in hospital after a school bus carrying 43 schoolchildren crashed in Northern Ireland, paramedics have said. The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS) said at 4.30pm on Monday that it had declared a major incident following the crash in Carrowdore, County Down, which left the bus lying on its side in a field several metres from the road. As well as…
New regulatory office ‘to help new tech reach public faster’ Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inboxGet our free View from Westminster emailA new Regulatory Innovation Office (RIO) has been launched by the Government, which it says will help speed access to new technologies which can improve daily life.The office has been created to help reduce the burden for businesses looking to bring new products and services…
Calls for special envoy to help release Britons held for years without fair trial Six Britons held for years without fair trial in countries with close trading links to the UK have fresh hopes of release as a cross-party group of MPs launches a pressure group to fight for their freedom, The Independent can reveal. Family members and friends of four of the detainees have accused the Foreign Office – which handles their cases as…
‘Fear of missing out’ keeping girls and young women online despite sexism Almost half of girls aged 11 to 21 in Girlguiding survey say sexism and misogyny makes them feel less safe. Girls and young women are seeing more unwanted sexual images and suffering more cyberstalking online, but still don’t want to take a break from social media because of a fear of missing out, a survey for Girlguiding has found.“Fomo” is keeping more than…
Wellington’s false teeth and wolf bones: English Heritage needs help to record vast collection Charity launches fundraising appeal to care for and document eclectic store of more than 1m artefactsAnimal bones found in the ruins of a North Yorkshire monastery that could, thrillingly, be the remains of England’s last known wolf are part of the collection. As are a celebrated Vermeer masterpiece, the Duke of Wellington’s false teeth, more than 60,000 coins and almost 300…
Welsh National Opera chorus halts strike for further negotiations over job cuts Members of the chorus at the Welsh National Opera are continuing to pause strike action in positive union talks in Wales. Members of the chorus at the Welsh National Opera are continuing to pause strike action to allow more talks to be held in a dispute over cuts. Equity said a planned walkout on Friday will not go ahead. Action short of strike…
Welsh dad who died after collapsing at Cardiff half marathon finish line named The family of a dad who collapsed and died at the end of this year’s Cardiff half marathon have paid a moving tribute, calling him a “wonderful father” and a “genuinely kind person”. Stephen Jenkins, 37, collapsed shortly after crossing the finishing line on on Sunday, October 6, event organisers Run 4 Wales confirmed. Suffering from a cardiac arrest, Mr Jenkins received…