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Bereaved families have written to Justice Secretary Alex Norris, urging the government to prevent more killers from being released early under its current scheme. Notable signatories include John Hunt and Emma Webber, who have suffered tragic losses. They expressed concerns that existing measures inadequately protect victims’ families amid prison overcrowding.

An underground electrical fire caused a pavement explosion in Boston, Lincolnshire, capturing the attention of pedestrians who narrowly escaped injury. Boston Police closed the road after flames erupted from beneath the footpath, with emergency services responding quickly to the incident. No injuries were reported.

Thursday’s newspaper front pages continue their coverage of the Labour MP rebellion as the prime minister appears to be backing down, at least partially, over the highly controversial Bill.

There are several stories focused on Donald Trump dominating the UK front pages with coverage of the Nato summit. The US president is jubilant over the news that Nato members have agreed to spend 5% of GDP on defence and security. He’s also basking in newfound glory: being labelled ‘daddy’ by the NATO chief Mark Rutte. The US government and media are lapping it up. 

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