The i – Hancock forced out after local Tories revolt against their absentee MP Summary of the front page The i reports that former health secretary Matt Hancock is quitting as an MP, following a revolt by local Tories. The MP’s local Conservative association told the party’s chief whip Mr Hancock was “not fit to represent this constituency” following his stint in I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! The front page takes aim…
The Sun – Kylian Mbappe lives in Leicester Summary of the front page The Sun has news of England’s “secret weapon” as the team prepares for their next game at the World Cup in Qatar. The paper says Kylian Mbappe, a teenager from Leicester, has said he is supporting England in their next World Cup match. Like many other papers, the Sun’s front page has also featured a picture of the Duchess of Sussex from…
Daily Mirror – Hancock: get me out of here Summary of the front page Former health secretary Matt Hancock has his eye on TV fame after announcing he will not run again as an MP at the next election – that’s on the front of the Daily Mirror. “Hancock: Get me out of here” declares the front page. The paper says the ex-health secretary has his eye on TV fame and said: “There are exciting…
Today’s news summary – Paper Talk Christmas strikes, Matt Hancock and Prince Harry are the biggest talking points for this morning’s front pages. Christmas strike chaos “It’s beginning to look a lot like … a Christmas general strike,” says the Daily Mail. The paper says Border Force staff at some major airports became the latest group of workers to announce strikes over Christmas. The Times reports airlines are being told to cancel up to 30%…
Today’s Daily News | Harry and Meghan, Raheem Sterling to return to Qatar, Iran executes protester The release of Harry and Meghan’s Netflix show is dominating the online news sites this morning – as the first three episodes have dropped and the media are eagerly awaiting what the couple has to say about the royal family. Elsewhere: the latest from Qatar, including the death of a migrant worker and Raheem Sterling’s potential return to the…
The first messages between Meghan and Harry have been revealed in the Netflix series.
Iran executes protester over anti-government protests Iran has executed a protester – over the recent anti-government unrest. The protester – Mohsen Shekari was hanged on Thursday morning after being found guilty of “enmity against God,” according to state media. Shekari was accused of being a “rioter” who blocked the main road in Tehran on 25 September. He was also accused of wounding a member of the paramilitary Basij force with a knife. Iran’s judiciary has…
Archie had not featured on the two teaser trailers for the series.
Meghan Markle spoke about the interview held on November 27 2017 after the world learned she and Prince Harry had become engaged.
The first three episodes of the docuseries were released on Thursday morning.
First King Charles 50p coins enter circulation King Charles III’s first coins bearing his image will enter circulation from Thursday via post offices across the country. The millions of 50p coins are the first mass-produced coins carrying the King’s image. Around half of the total number earmarked for circulation – an estimated 4.9 million – of the new coins are being distributed to post offices. Coins carrying Queen Elizabeth’s image will still be accepted in…
Bali bomber freed: no longer poses a threat say authorities Umar Patek – the man who crafted the bombs that killed and injured scores – has been released from an Indonesian prison. The deadly bombings took place at two Bali nightclubs in 2002. Indonesia says Umar Parek has been deradicalised, but his parole has sparked anger -, particularly in Australia, where 88 of the victims were from. The bombings claimed the lives of some 202…
The Independent -Sunak under pressure to avert winter strike crisis Summary of the front page The Independent says the prime minister is under pressure to avert the upcoming winter strikes. The paper says No 10 is being accused of a shambolic response to the industrial action. The front page features a large image of the Morocco team celebrating after they knocked out Spain on penalties. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National…
The Guardian -Mone lobbied for second firm with secret links to husband Summary of the front page The Guardian leads with more claims about Baroness Mone allegedly lobbying for certain firms to get government COVID contracts. A spokesman said on Tuesday that she was taking a leave of absence from the House of Lords “in order to clear her name of the allegations that have been unjustly levelled against her”. The front page reports on…
The Metro – Mone alone Summary of the front page Tory peer Baroness Michelle Mone has been “abandoned” by her party over claims she benefited from PPE deals during the pandemic, Metro says. “Mone alone” declares the front page. The paper says the lingerie tycoon is facing a Lords standards inquiry and announced a leave of absence from the chamber on Tuesday. A picture of King Charles with his wife, and the Prince and Princess…
Daily Express – Ambulance strike to put lives at risk Summary of the front page The Daily Express also leads with a warning about the strike by ambulance workers. The ambulance workers have been warned they will “put lives at risk”, if they strike. The paper says government insiders have urged unions to “think again” and says the dispute would hit vulnerable patients such as elderly people who have fallen. The front page also reports…
The Sun – World Cup 2022 England vs France: EET EEZ COMING HOME Summary of the front page The Sun shows a waxwork of French ace Kylian Mbappe draped with an England scarf as it claims he’s been “outed as a secret Three Lions fan”. The front page notes Spain’s shocking exit from the World Cup – after missing all three penalties they took. Today’s top stories Like this article? Leave a comment UK National…
Daily Mirror – Strep A took away my princess Summary of the front page A dad’s tribute to his five-year-old daughter Stella-Lily McCorkindale – who died following a Strep A infection – is on the Mirror’s front page. “Strep A took away my princess” declares the front page. The paper says the father of Stella-Lily, who died in intensive care said his daughter “touched all their hearts on the ICU ward”. Heath chiefs also asked all…
Spanish train crash outside Barcelona injures 115 Two trains have collided on the outskirts of Barcelona, injuring at least 155 people. The crash happened around 07:50 local time and took place at a station in Spain’s Catalonia region. The trains had been travelling in the same direction and one of the trains crashed into a parked train at the station. Police are investigating how the crash occurred. Emergency services have said 155 people had been…
Today’s news summary – Paper Talk Some of Wednesday’s newspapers lead on the upcoming strikes by ambulance staff, as paramedics are being urged not to risk lives with an NHS strike this winter. In other UK news making the front pages, a picture of a ninth child, who died from strep A is splashed on several papers, the UK is facing a cold snap amid rising energy prices – as the US doubles its gas…
Today’s Daily News | Cold snap hits UK, Spain knocked out World Cup & Trump Organization guilty of tax fraud Britons are being advised on how to stay warm as a cold snap hits the UK and many are struggling with rising energy costs. Elsewhere: Morocco knock Spain out of the World Cup on penalties, the Trump Organization found guilty and fears over mass disruption due to planned strikes dominate the news. UK weather: Cold…
Work continues to restore power to homes affected (Picture: @pauletteish)
At least 2,000 homes in Sheffield have been left without gas for five days, forcing authorities to declare a major incident.
Residents in the in the suburb of Stannington have not been able to use their boilers and cookers after a burst water main damaged a gas pipe on Friday.
As temperatures dropped below freezing overnight, Sheffield City Council said it declared a major incident so services can be concentrated on the area.
Council leader Terry Fox confirmed the incident has ‘progressed and spread across the city’.
He said: With a colder spell due in the coming days it is important we and other organisations across the city collaborate to ensure all the residents affected are provided with the support they require, especially the most vulnerable.
‘By declaring a major incident, we will be better able to co-ordinate the overall response to the issues and call on additional support if needed.’
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UK weather: advice given for those struggling with costs as cold snap hits the UK The public is being advised to heat living rooms during the day and bedrooms before going to sleep as a cold snap hits the UK. Health officials say people who cannot heat every room or are struggling with bills should follow this advice to stay healthy and keep costs lower. Temperatures are predicted to hit -10C in northern Scotland…
Germany arrests 25 accused of plotting far-right coup German police have arrested 25 people in raids across the country, on suspicion of plotting to overthrow the government. German reports claim the group consist of far-right and ex-military figures and that they had planned to storm the parliament building, the Reichstag and seize power. A German man referred to as a prince called Heinrich XIII, 71, is alleged to have been central to the plans. Federal…
Harry and Meghan win New York award and make Archewell announcement Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle have been awarded the Ripple of Hope Award from the Robert F Kennedy Human Rights (RFKHR) organisation at a gala in New York. The couple won the award for their racial justice and mental health work. The two also spoke about their “belief of courage over fear and love over hate”. The actor Alec Baldwin – who last…
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