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Christmas getaway disruption as some flights cancelled due to high winds

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Prayers said for victims on 10th anniversary of Glasgow bin lorry crash

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Kate planned carol service with help from Lady Gabriella Windsor

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What the papers say – December 22

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Lower housebuyers’ bills with solar panels on newbuild roofs, ministers urged

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Case of abuser priest could have been handled differently – Archbishop of York

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Hollinrake backs Badenoch to win public trust by next general election

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NHS maintenance backlog soars to more than £1.3bn, figures show

It was up £200 million between the end of 2022 and April this year. The cost of the maintenance backlog in Scotland’s NHS has risen to more than...

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Cabbies give Christmas lights trip to children from Great Ormond Street Hospital

Eight children and their families were collected from the central London hospital by cabs decorated with tinsel and Christmas lights. Children who...

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In Pictures: People across UK and Ireland mark winter solstice

Ceremonies were held and revellers gathered for the shortest day of the year. Ceremonies have been held across the UK and Ireland to mark the...

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Southern Water pledges £9.7m compensation after Hampshire outage

More than 58,000 homes went without water following issues at a water supply works. Southern Water is to give £9.7 million in compensation after...

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Government outlines plans to end use of bee-killing pesticides

Campaigners welcomed the move but urged ministers to commit to a ban starting in January. The Government has set out plans to end the use of three...

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Kenny MacAskill says he has ‘always believed’ Masud is Lockerbie bomber

The former Scottish justice secretary spoke out ahead of the trial in the US next year of Libyan Abu Agila Masud – who denies three charges....

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High winds hit Scotland’s ferry services over Christmas getaway weekend

Ferry operators CalMac and NorthLink have both cancelled sailings because of the weather conditions. Ferries have been cancelled and train services...

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What the papers say – December 21

A wide range of stories adorn the front pages of Saturday’s papers. An attack on a Christmas market in Germany features among Saturday’s...

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NHS chief warns against ‘bargain basement’ butt lifts in run-up to Christmas

NHS medical director Professor Sir Stephen Powis warned of the risks of Brazilian Butt Lifts surgery ahead of Christmas. England’s top doctor has...

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Thousands greet sun with cheers at Stonehenge to mark winter solstice

The neolithic monument in Wiltshire is built on the alignment of the midsummer sunrise and the midwinter sunset. Thousands of people greeted the...

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Brighter days ahead celebrated at Irish Winter Solstice gatherings

Some of Ireland’s most ancient sites including Navan Fort in Co Armagh and Newgrange in Co Meath hosted gatherings. Brighter days to come have...

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Starmer condemns ‘atrocious attack’ on German Christmas market

At least two people have died after a car was driven through an outdoor Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg. Sir Keir Starmer has said...

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Questions about IVF pioneer after two discover they share biological father

Roz Snyder, 52, and David Gertler, 51, recently found out via DNA tests that they are half-siblings. Questions have been raised about one of the...

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Mark Andrews: More strikes on the railways, Royal Mail sale, and why Jude Bellingham never stood a chance of winning Sports Personality of the Year

Mark Andrews takes a wry look at the week's news Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Avanti West Coast has...

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Windy weather brings potential disruption to Christmas getaway travel

Yellow warnings for wind are in place from 7am on Saturday to 9pm on Sunday. Weather warnings for wind have come into force across much of the UK...

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Weather warnings to kick in as Christmas getaway continues

The AA predicted that Saturday would see 22.7 million drivers and Sunday 21.3 million. Weather warnings will kick in for parts of the UK on...

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Birmingham German Christmas market reviews its security in wake of Magdeburg attack

Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market’s security processes were reviewed but no changes were required. One of the UK’s biggest Christmas...

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Packham resigns as RSPCA president after animal cruelty claims at approved farms

Former Green Party leader Caroline Lucas has also resigned as vice president of the animal welfare organisation. Wildlife TV presenter and...

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Retailers hoping for a boost as shoppers hit the streets

Footfall is expected to increase this weekend as last-minute shoppers descend. Retailers are hoping for a boost before Christmas Day as shoppers...

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Drivers urged to ‘be patient’ as millions begin Christmas getaway

Roads and public transport could be disrupted by strong gusts after the Met Office announced yellow warnings for parts of the country. Some flights...

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Just Stop Oil protester, 77, recalled to prison as wrists too small for tag

Grandmother Gaie Delap, from Bristol, was sentenced to 20 months in prison in August for her part in disruptive protests on the M25 in November...

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Alleged data breaches into Nottingham triple killer case ‘an utter disgrace’

University students Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley-Kumar, both 19, and school caretaker Ian Coates, 65, were stabbed to death last summer....

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Man charged with murdering 42-year-old teacher in south London

A 38-year-old man, who was known to Gemma Devonish, was arrested in the early hours of Friday and charged with her murder on Saturday. A man has...

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Teachers in the UK should be permitted to work from home – Education Secretary

Bridget Phillipson spoke to the Observer about offering more flexibility in the profession. Teachers in the UK should be permitted to work from...

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Patel accuses Starmer of ‘desperate’ approach to China ties

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Princess Beatrice to spend Christmas at Sandringham after changing plans

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Trump picks Apprentice producer to be special envoy to UK

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Some flights and ferries cancelled due to high winds amid Christmas getaway

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Cosmetic clinic that secretly filmed patients is ‘not safe’, watchdog finds

A damning report from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) found that Doncaster-based Elements Medical was inadequate in every area it inspected. A...

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Vegetarian piranha and Isle of Skye pterosaur among newly named species in 2024

Natural History Museum scientists and their partners across the world named almost 200 species in the last 12 months. A vegetarian piranha from the...

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Car production fell by almost a third in November – industry body

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said 64,216 cars rolled off factory lines, 27,711 fewer than in November last year. Car...

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Water supply restored in Hampshire after thousands suffer outage

Southern Water said all properties were back on supply at full water pressure at just before 2am on Friday. Water has returned for all households...

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Royal Mail sale to Czech billionaire gets national security clearance

The deal has been cleared on national security grounds, taking the Royal Mail a step closer to falling into foreign ownership. Royal Mail’s sale...

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Government could ‘look at’ drink-drive laws amid rising deaths, says minister

Heidi Alexander said road safety would be a ‘priority’ for her as Transport Secretary. Laws on drink and drug-driving could be reviewed amid...

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What the papers say – December 20

Here are the biggest stories leading Friday’s front pages. The bravery of Gisele Pelicot, the Frenchwoman who was raped by dozens of strangers...

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Lord Peter Mandelson expected to be named next ambassador to US

The tenure of Dame Karen Pierce, the current office holder, is expected to come to an end at the start of 2025. Labour grandee Lord Peter Mandelson...

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UK retail sales improve despite weaker trading at clothing stores

Economists said growth among supermarkets helped to offset a weaker period for the clothing sector. British retailers returned to growth last month...

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Avanti bosses should ‘get back round the table’ to resolve strike, says minister

Avanti West Coast services are set to be hit by strike action on new year’s eve and January 2. The Transport Secretary has urged Avanti West Coast...

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Cash for surgeries where patients see same GP every time under new plans

Additional investment and measures to free-up doctors’ time form part of the new GP contract for 2025/26. GP surgeries will be offered financial...

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Government borrowing falls to lowest November level in three years

Rising tax receipts and lower public sector interest payments offset higher spending on public services, in a boost for chancellor Rachel Reeves....

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Two men charged with assaulting police after Manchester Airport incident

Footage of the incident was shared online in July and prompted protests. Two men have been charged with assaulting police after a disturbance at...

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King’s cancer treatment ‘to continue into next year’

Charles was diagnosed after a ‘separate issue of concern was noted’ and investigated while he was being treated for his benign prostate condition....

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Lord Mandelson ‘good fit’ for ambassador to US, Cabinet minister says

Lord Mandelson is expected to be made the UK’s top diplomat in Washington in a political appointment as Donald Trump returns to the White House....

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Open conclusion recorded at inquest into Greek island death of Michael Mosley

Dr Mosley died while on holiday with his wife, Dr Clare Bailey Mosley, on the Greek island of Symi in the summer. A coroner has recorded an open...

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Peter Rhodes on dentistry, grammar and things that go 'clink!' at Christmas

I suggested a fine old English verb really ought to be used more. The word is “eschew” and a reader writes: “Bless you.” Energy secretary Ed...

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Labour to get Lords boost as new peers set to be announced

Sue Gray could be among 30 new Labour peers appointed alongside a number of Conservatives. A raft of new peers are set to be announced, with...

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Naming judges from Sara Sharif cases ‘like blaming Titanic lookout’, judge says

Mr Justice Williams refused a request from media organisations to name judges involved in historic proceedings related to Sara Sharif. Trying to...

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King jokes ‘I’m still alive’ during visit celebrating anti-racism protest

The royal couple attended a reception in celebration of community cohesion at Waltham Forest Town Hall. The King joked that he was “still...

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Mother of Nicola Adams has Amazon documentary libel claim ended at High Court

Denver Dorsetra Adams claimed that some things said in the Amazon documentary were defamatory and a misuse of her private information. The mother...

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‘Cloudy’ economic outlook looms over Labour as 2024 draws to a close

Since winning the UK’s general election in July, Labour has faced sharp swings in the economic outlook and a shifting public mood. With the UK...

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Ireland takes eight Palestinian children with urgent health needs for treatment

The children arrived in Dublin on Thursday night after the Slovakian government provided a plane. Eight Palestinian children have arrived in...

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Pensioners urged not to miss key winter fuel payment deadline on Saturday

The cut-off for making a backdated claim for pension credit to receive the winter fuel payment falls on December 21. Pensioners are being urged not...

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Fact check: Misleading Google search results on UK asylum seeker crime rate

Full Fact has seen what appear to be screenshots of Google results on this topic shared on social media in recent months. This fact check has been...

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King jokes ‘I’m still alive’ during visit celebrating Walthamstow community

The royal couple attended a reception in celebration of community cohesion at Waltham Forest Town Hall. The King joked that he was “still...

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Teaching union to ballot members over potential strike action in Glasgow

Glasgow City Council has been urged to reverse cuts to education. Scotland’s biggest teaching union will ballot members over potential strike...

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Leading pharmacists outraged over GP funding announcement

The Government has announced the first details of the new GP contract for 2025/26. Pharmacy sector leaders have expressed outrage at the...

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Direct Line launches new motor insurance products on price comparison website

The group announced in July that it planned to launch on price comparison websites for the first time in its history. Direct Line has announced the...

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Man jailed for at least 25 years for ‘pivotal’ part in fatal ambush

Vittorio Di Murro, 26, fled to Italy two days after he and others attacked Jordan Briscoe on March 5 last year. A man who admitted to “tripping...

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Man denies attempted murder after girl and father hurt in double shooting

The pair were injured in a shooting in Southern Row, Ladbroke Grove, west London, on November 24. A man accused of opening gunfire into a car has...

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UK and Mauritius want to finalise Chagos treaty ‘as quickly as possible’

It comes after the new Mauritian prime minister rejected an initial draft deal. The UK and Mauritius have been holding talks and hope to finalise...

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Lawyer improperly attempted to restrict discussion of ex-chancellor’s taxes

A solicitors disciplinary tribunal ruled that the allegation was proven on the facts. A lawyer acting for former chancellor Nadhim Zahawi...

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Sue Gray among 30 new Labour peers

Other new appointments to the House of Lords include former shadow cabinet minister Thangam Debbonaire and ex-minister Therese Coffey. Sue Gray,...

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Children’s charity rejects Christmas donation from Archbishop Justin Welby

The Children’s Society said it is committed to supporting survivors of abuse and accepting the donation would not be consistent with its principles....

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Fact check: Nigel Farage praised Donald Trump for having ‘courage and guts’

A clip of the Reform UK politician shows his opinion of the US president rather than his thoughts on former EDL leader Tommy Robinson. A video...

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Pair deny IS-inspired plot for gun attack on UK Jewish community

Walid Saadaoui, 37, and Amar Hussein, 51, pleaded not guilty to preparing acts of terrorism. Two men have denied plotting an Islamic State-inspired...

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Flyover concerns lead to transport disruption on Tyneside

The Gateshead Highway, which carries traffic to and from the Tyne Bridge, had to close following an inspection. Fears about a crumbling town centre...

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Weather warnings issued as Christmas getaway begins

Roads and public transport could be disrupted by strong winds over the weekend. Weather warnings have been issued for parts of the UK as the...

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Mandelson says it is ‘great honour’ to be named UK ambassador to US

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he was ‘delighted’ to appoint Lord Mandelson to the post. Lord Peter Mandelson has said it is a “great...

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D-Day veteran receives card from King and Queen at surprise 100th birthday party

Mervyn Kersh arrived in Normandy aged 19, three days after the start of the D-Day invasion in June 1944, acting for the Royal Army Ordnance Corps. A...

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Police release images of potential witnesses after fatal drive-by shooting

Michelle Sadio was killed while standing with mourners outside a church after a wake. Detectives investigating a drive-by triple shooting outside a...

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Trial of alleged Lockerbie bombmaker will restore faith in justice, says Bain

The downing of Pan Am Flight 103, on December 21 1988, remains the worst terrorist atrocity to have taken place on British soil. Scotland’s most...

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Lord Mandelson: ‘Dark lord’ of New Labour strikes back as UK ambassador to US

The peer’s ability to manipulate the levers of power from the shadows earned him monikers such as ‘the Prince of Darkness’. Lord Peter Mandelson...

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Unionists back first triggering of Stormont Brake

The mechanism allows a minimum of 30 Stormont MLAs from at least two parties to refer a proposed law change to the UK Government. Unionists have...

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Irish and Welsh leaders pledge to review progress on Holyhead port in new year

The usually busy ferry port in Anglesey is not set to reopen until January 15 at the earliest following storm damage. Irish and Welsh leaders have...

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Sir Ed Davey falls short in bid for Christmas number one

The Liberal Democrat leader’s song Love is Enough reached number 39 in the official charts. Sir Ed Davey’s efforts to make it to the top of the...

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Convicted killer who battered neighbour to death jailed for rest of his life

Brian Whitelock assaulted Wendy Buckney, 71, with various weapons in a savage assault in August 2022. A convicted double killer will die in prison...

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Two-year-old killed by falling fireplace had been dancing near TV, inquest told

The death of Carter Walsh, described as an ‘inquisitive young man’, was ruled an accident. A two-year-old boy died after a TV and marble...

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Six new Tory peers are ‘brave, true radicals’, Kemi Badenoch claims

Toby Young, the founder and director of the Free Speech Union, is among those who have been nominated as a Conservative life peer by the Tory...

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Nigel Farage ‘hasn’t got a clue’ how to fix the economy, says Rachel Reeves

The Chancellor is dealing with a challenging economic landscape as she attempts to inspire confidence in Labour’s agenda. Nigel Farage “hasn’t...

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Motorists want tougher sentences to tackle drink-driving – survey

Motorists face a minimum disqualification period of 12 months if they are convicted of drink-driving. Tougher sentences are the most popular...

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Full list of changes to average water bills by 2029/30, by company

Southern Water customers are facing a £222 increase in their annual water bill over the next five years. Here is a full list of average bills...

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UK announces new funding for Ukraine amid ‘critical’ situation

The package involves £186 million for military equipment through the International Fund for Ukraine. The UK has pledged a new £225 million package...

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What the papers say – December 19

Here are the biggest stories leading Thursday’s front pages. Political unrest among Labour MPs leads the papers on Thursday. The i splashes on...

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Household water bills to rise by an average £31 a year from April

The increase is significantly higher than the expected average rise of around £20 a year per household. Household water bills in England and Wales...

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Thames Water fined £18m over dividends but granted 35% bills hike by 2030

The ruling falls well short of a 59% bills hike requested by the troubled water company, as it tries to secure a bailout from investors. Thames...

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Deal struck to save Titanic shipbuilder Harland and Wolff

Spanish state-owned business Navantia is stepping in to buy the Belfast-based company. A deal has been struck to save troubled shipbuilder Harland...

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Political donations rules ‘need strengthening’ says head of Electoral Commission

It comes amid reports that X owner Elon Musk has been preparing to make a large donation to Reform UK. The rules around donations to political...

thursday 10

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City watchdog extends motor finance complaints deadline to next December

The extension follows a landmark Court of Appeal ruling in October. Lenders have been told by the City watchdog they now have until December 4 next...

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Water outage hits thousands of homes as customers learn of bill rises

Southern Water customers will face a 53% increase in bills over the next five years. Residents have been queuing for up to two hours to get bottled...

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Talking Point with Vicky Turrell

We are almost there. I always think that the waiting is the worst time of all. This weekend we will have the shortest day when the daylight hours...

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UK interest rates set to be held at 4.75% after inflation rises again

The Bank of England will announce the results of its next policy decision on Thursday. UK interest rates are expected to remain at 4.75%, with...

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UK interest rates held at 4.75% amid ‘heightened economic uncertainty’

The Bank of England said it was keeping rates unchanged on Thursday after cutting the level in August and again in November. The Bank of England...

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Growers promise UK strawberries for the Christmas table thanks to new method

Growers in West Sussex have developed a new technique to grow strawberries all year round. Strawberry-growers have developed new techniques to...

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