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Starmer latest: Reeves warns leadership challenge risks ‘chaos’ as Rayner cleared over tax affairs
Rachel Reeves has warned a leadership contest could plunge the country into “chaos” amid mounting speculation over Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership. Speaking as new figures showed the economy had grown on Thursday morning, the chancellor warned colleagues not to put the economy “at risk” by “plunging the country into chaos” through a leadership contest.
Wes Streeting: From the East End to Westminster – and now set for No 10?
As Sir Keir Starmer's grip on power becomes increasingly tenuous, Wes Streeting has emerged as the most prominent of the cabal of potential inheritors to the Labour throne. But could the health secretary really be Labour's best hope of keeping the threat of Farage at bay at the next election? The 43-year-old MP for Ilford North has become one of the loudest and most forthright voices on the frontbench, largely appearing to embody the on-message mission beloved by Labour HQ.
How a poisoning sparked an international incident in Salisbury
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How an international assassination attempt brought horror to the streets of a sleepy English city
In 2014, Wiltshire’s second-largest town was to draw an incredulous reaction from corners of Britain’s national press. “The world’s best cities – Milan, Vienna and ... Salisbury?!” gasped The Telegraph, as the Mail suggested “eyebrows will have been raised” by the unassuming city’s inclusion in Lonely Planet’s list of the top 10 cities in the world.
A timeline of lockdown gatherings
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Why are MPs wearing a wheat sheaf on their lapels during PMQs?
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Why are MPs wearing a wheat sheaf on their lapels during PMQs?
A number of MPs are wearing sheaves of wheat on their lapels in the House of Commons during PMQs. The wheat sheaf pin badges are worn in support of Back British Farming Day, which falls on 10 September this year. Organised by the National Farmers’ Union for England and Wales (NFU), the event is aimed at celebrating the British food and farming sector and encouraging politicians to ensure it is prioritised.
Botulism: Spike in UK cases of extremely rare condition linked to ‘fake botox’
Regulators are urgently investigating the suspected illegal sale of fake botox after dozens of botulism cases were reported in North East England. Botulism is a potentially fatal condition caused by a bacteria-produced toxin, which attacks the body’s nerves and can cause paralysis of the muscles and respiratory system. It is extremely rare, with just six cases recorded across England in 2023-24.
Experts lift lid on drugs crisis in prisons
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Experts lift lid on drugs crisis in prisons
Get all your news in one place. Get all your news in one place. 100’s of premium titles. One news app. Start reading The Independent UK National Experts lift lid on drugs crisis in prisons Experts warn that the drug crisis in British prisons is at an unprecedented level, making jails "almost impossible to run positively". Annual drug seizures by prison officers have reached record highs, with over 21,000 recorded in the year to March 2024, marking a 35 per cent increase.
Drugs crisis in jails ‘worse than ever’ as seizures by prison officers near record-high
The drugs crisis in prisons is the worst it has ever been, experts have warned, with the prevalence of illicit substances rendering jails “almost impossible to run positively”. Ministers have been warned that an unacceptable level of criminality is rampaging unchecked in many prisons, as the most recent data shows annual drug seizures by prison officers returning to record highs of more than 21,000.
Israel-Iran conflict: A timeline of how the attacks unfolded
Years of simmering tensions between Israel and Iran have broken into direct conflict, as the two arch foes trade missile attacks on an unprecedented scale. Israel said on Friday it had launched “Operation Rising Lion” in response to intelligence it claimed showed that Iran was “approaching the point of no return” in the development of a nuclear weapon.
Spike in potentially fatal condition linked to ‘fake botox’ sparks urgent probe
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Woman charged with murder of film director sister in missing Rolex case
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Spike in potentially fatal condition linked to ‘fake botox’ sparks urgent probe
Regulators are urgently investigating the suspected illegal sale of fake botox after dozens of botulism cases were reported in North East England. Botulism is a potentially fatal condition caused by a bacteria-produced toxin, which attacks the body’s nerves and can cause paralysis of the muscles and respiratory system. It is extremely rare, with just six cases recorded across England in 2023-24.
Woman charged with murder after film director stabbed to death in north London home
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Woman charged with murder of film director in missing Rolex case
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Woman charged with murder of film director in missing Rolex case
A woman has been charged with murder after a film director was found stabbed to death in her north London home. Nancy Pexton – of Gloucester Place, Westminster – was charged on Friday with the murder of Jennifer Abbott, who was found dead at her home in Mornington Place in Camden. Pexton, aged 69, has been remanded in custody to appear at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court later on Friday.
Bunker buster bombs: The American weapon which could spell the end of Iran’s nuclear sites
As Israel launches its unprecedented military effort to eradicate Tehran’s nuclear programme by force, experts suggest only the US has the weapons capable of doing so. Since prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced “Operation Rising Lion” last Friday, Israel has struck near multiple nuclear facilities, including at Natanz and Isfahan, while assassinating a host of Iran’s top military commanders and nuclear scientists.
Woman charged with murder after film director stabbed to death in north London home
A woman has been charged with murder following the death of film director Jennifer Abbott in her north London home. Nancy Pexton, 69, was charged on Friday, June 20, with the murder of Jennifer Abbott, who was found with stab wounds. Police were called to Abbott's home in Mornington Place, Camden, on Friday, June 13, where she was pronounced dead at the scene. Pexton has been remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court.
Woman charged with murder of film director found dead at London home
Woman charged with murder of film director found dead at London home A woman has been charged with murder after a film director was found stabbed to death in her north London home. Nancy Pexton, aged 69 – of Gloucester Place, Westminster – was charged on Friday with the murder of Jennifer Abbott, the Metropolitan Police said. Ms Abbott was found dead at her home in Mornington Place in Camden last week.
Woman charged with murder of film director found dead at London home
A woman has been charged with murder after a film director was found stabbed to death in her north London home. Nancy Pexton, aged 69 – of Gloucester Place, Westminster – was charged on Friday with the murder of Jennifer Abbott, the Metropolitan Police said. Ms Abbott was found dead at her home in Mornington Place in Camden last week. Ms Pexton has been remanded in custody to appear at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court later on Friday. More follows...
UK records hottest day of the year – but temperatures set to climb further
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Where Iran and Israel’s missiles have struck as Tehran hits major hospital
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Older people stereotyped as rich and grumpy in ‘offensive’ adverts, watchdog says
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UK records hottest day of the year - but temperatures set to climb further
The UK has recorded the hottest day of the year so far – but temperatures are set to climb further. The Met Office said a reading of 32.2C was clocked in Kew, west London, on Thursday afternoon. The new high came less than an hour after a previous high recorded earlier on Thursday afternoon when temperatures in Wisley, Surrey, reached 30.8C. Met Office forecaster Dan Stroud warned that the mercury could rise further to a possible peak of 34C in the coming days.
England’s million-pound property hotspots as house prices soar
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UK records hottest day of the year - but temperatures set to climb further
UK records hottest day of the year – but temperatures set to climb further An amber heat-health alert warns that a rise in deaths linked to the hot weather is likely (Reuters) The UK has recorded the hottest day of the year so far – but temperatures are set to climb further. The Met Office said a reading of 30.8C was clocked in the Surrey village of Risley on Thursday afternoon.
Older people stereotyped as rich and grumpy in ‘offensive’ adverts, watchdog says
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UK records hottest day of the year - but temperatures set to climb further
The UK has recorded the hottest day of the year so far – but temperatures are set to climb further. The Met Office said a reading of 30.8C was clocked in the Surrey village of Risley on Thursday afternoon. It is considerably higher than the previous 2025 temperature record set days earlier when Santon Downham in Suffolk hit 29.4C. But forecaster Dan Stroud warned that temperatures could reach close to 32C later on Thursday, rising to a possible peak of 34C in the coming days.
Older people stereotyped as rich and grumpy in ‘offensive’ adverts, watchdog says
Elderly people are too often stereotyped as grumpy, wealthy or forgetful in offensive and harmful adverts, a watchdog has warned. In new research carried out by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), a third of respondents thought older people tended to be negatively portrayed in adverts. The survey of 4,000 people also found older people were being “bombarded” by campaigns for funeral services, care homes and mobility aids.
‘Public health crisis’ warning issued about hidden killer
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The American weapon which could spell the end of Iran’s nuclear sites
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‘Public health crisis’ warning issued on hidden killer
Get all your news in one place. Get all your news in one place. 100’s of premium titles. One news app. Start reading The Independent UK National ‘Public health crisis’ warning issued on hidden killer The Royal College of Physicians warns that air pollution is a public health crisis in the UK, linked to 30,000 deaths annually and affecting 99 percent of the population with toxic air.
England’s million-pound property hotspots as one in 20 homes costs at least six figures
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Air pollution will be linked to 30,000 deaths in UK in 2025, leading doctors warn
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Air pollution will be linked to 30,000 deaths in UK in 2025, leading doctors warn
Air pollution will be linked to around 30,000 deaths this year alone in the UK, with 99 per cent of the population breathing in “toxic air”, leading doctors have warned. There is “no safe level” of air pollution, which negatively affects nearly every organ in the body, according to a new report from the Royal College of Physicians (RCP).
Air pollution will be linked to 30,000 deaths in UK in 2025, leading doctors warn
Air pollution will be linked to around 30,000 deaths this year alone in the UK, with 99 per cent of the population breathing in “toxic air”, leading doctors have warned. There is “no safe level” of air pollution, which negatively affects nearly every organ in the body, according to a new report from the Royal College of Physicians (RCP).
Teacher survey reveals alarming level of drug use on school grounds
A survey by the NASUWT teachers' union found that teachers are aware of pupils using substances, including cannabis, spice, cocaine, ketamine, alcohol, nitrous oxide and nicotine pouches, on school premises. Nearly one in 10 teachers expressed concern about pupils smoking the synthetic cannabinoid known as spice at school, while close to one in five were aware of cannabis use.
Rabies warning as grandmother dies after being scratched by stray puppy in Morocco
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Rabies warning as grandmother dies after being scratched by stray puppy in Morocco
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Rabies warning as grandmother dies after being scratched by stray puppy in Morocco
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Rabies death in the UK after tourist bitten by dog on Morocco holiday
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Rabies warning as grandmother dies after being scratched by stray puppy in Morocco
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Warning over rabies as grandmother dies after being scratched by stray puppy in Morocco
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Pupils taking cocaine, ketamine and spice at school, teachers warn
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Person dies from rabies in Yorkshire after contact with stray dog in Morocco
Person dies from rabies in Yorkshire after contact with stray dog in Morocco A person in the UK has died after becoming infected with rabies while abroad (Getty/iStock) A person has died in Yorkshire from rabies after contact with a stray dog while on holiday in Morocco, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has said. Health workers and people who had close contact with the individual are being assessed as a precautionary measure and offered vaccinations where necessary, officials said.
Rabies death in the UK after tourist bitten by dog on Morocco holiday
Get all your news in one place. Get all your news in one place. 100’s of premium titles. One news app. Start reading The Independent UK National Rabies death in the UK after tourist bitten by dog on Morocco holiday A person in Yorkshire has died from rabies after contracting the infection from a stray dog while on holiday in Morocco, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirmed.
Rabies warning as grandmother dies after being scratched by stray puppy in Morocco
A British grandmother has died from rabies four months after being scratched “very slightly” by a puppy in Morocco. Yvonne Ford came into contact with the dog in February but gradually became more unwell over the past two weeks, first developing a headache, before she was left unable to walk, talk, sleep or swallow. Her family have now appealed to holidaymakers to protect themselves against the disease.
Person dies from rabies in Yorkshire after contact with stray dog in Morocco
A person has died in Yorkshire from rabies after contact with a stray dog while on holiday in Morocco, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has said. Health workers and people who had close contact with the individual are being assessed as a precautionary measure and offered vaccinations where necessary, officials said. However, the agency stressed that there was no risk to the wider public due to there being no evidence of rabies passing between humans.
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