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Labour Woman Leader Long Overdue Lisa Nandy Says But Rules Out Running
A woman leader of the Labour Party is “long overdue”, Lisa Nandy said, expressing frustration that those jostling to oust Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer are all men..
Xabi Alonso Appointed Chelsea Manager On Four Year Deal
Xabi Alonso’s appointment as Chelsea manager has been confirmed on a four-year deal..
Labour Leadership Rivals Caught Up In Debate Over EU Ties
Two of the men hoping to oust Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister have been caught up in a debate over whether Labour should seek to take Britain back into the European Union..
Police Officers Injured During Serious Disorder After Celtics Title Win
Officers were injured during “serious disorder” as police dispersed crowds in the Trongate area of Glasgow where Celtic fans gathered following their Scottish Premiership title win..
UKs Look Mum No Computer Last In Eurovision Final As Bulgaria Wins First Trophy
The UK’s Eurovision entry Look Mum No Computer has finished last in the song contest’s 2026 grand final with just one point, as Bulgaria celebrated the country’s first ever win..
Alex Cole Hamilton To Run For First Minister When MSPs Vote On Top Job
Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Alex Cole-Hamilton has confirmed he will be running for first minister when MSPs vote on who should have the top job next week..
Look Mum No Computer To Perform In Eurovision Final Amid Boycott Over Israel
The UK’s Eurovision entrant Look Mum No Computer is to perform in the grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday, alongside Israel’s Noam Bettan, after the country’s inclusion in the competition prompted a boycott by five nations..
Pep Guardiola Keeps People Guessing Over His Future At Man City
The Manchester City manager was in a playful mood when asked if Saturday’s FA Cup final could be his last trip to Wembley with the club..
Hearts And Celtic Fans Get Ready For Pivotal League Title Clash
Hearts and Celtic fans are eagerly awaiting the league title clash.
Unprecedented Police Operation In Capital As Tens Of Thousands To Protest
Tens of thousands of people are expected to descend on the capital on Saturday for two major demonstrations amid a huge £4.5 million police operation..
Pressure On Starmer Ramps Up As Burnham One Step Closer To Challenge
The prospect of a leadership challenge to Sir Keir Starmer is looming closer after Andy Burnham was cleared to run for selection in the Makerfield by-election..
Labour To Include Andy Burnham In Candidate Selection For Makerfield By Election
Andy Burnham will be among the potential Labour candidates to stand in the Makerfield by-election, the party’s ruling body has said..
British Gas Agrees 20m Payout And Compensation For Prepayment Meter Failures
British Gas has agreed to a £20 million payout and to compensate customers who had a prepayment meter installed without their permission, regulator Ofgem has said following an investigation..
Bathing Season Kicks Off With 13 New Spots Including First Thames Site In London
The first-ever bathing spot on the River Thames in London is among 13 new sites opening as the season kicks off..
Screening For Prostate Cancer Likely To Reduce Deaths But Risks Remain Review
Screening men for prostate cancer using a blood test is likely to reduce deaths from the disease, a new review has found, although experts stressed there are still risks around overdiagnosis and overtreatment..
Cheapest Supermarket For Branded Items Revealed
Asda has been named the cheapest supermarket for branded groceries for the third consecutive month, with its standard prices even beating loyalty card deals at Tesco and Sainsbury’s, Which? has found..
Burnham To Seek Westminster Return After Path Opens To Challenge Starmer
Andy Burnham has said he will ask for permission to stand for Labour in a by-election after an MP quit to make way for the Greater Manchester Mayor to return to Parliament to challenge Sir Keir Starmer..
Gloria Hunniford Delighted To Receive Freedom Of The City Of London
Broadcaster Gloria Hunniford has said she is “delighted and humbled” to receive the Freedom of the City of London.
Southampton Spygate Hearing Delay Casts Doubt Over Play Off Final Scheduling
Spying charges against Southampton may not be heard until Tuesday, placing a question mark over the scheduling of next week’s Championship play-off final..
Police Believe They Have Identified Three Women Recovered Off Brighton Beach
Police believe they have identified three women whose bodies were recovered from the sea off Brighton beach..




















