Labour leader Keir Starmer will use an event in Essex to tell voters the first steps he would take if his party wins the election, expected this year. The steps include setting up a border security command to tackle the criminal gangs behind small boats crossings and recruiting 6,500 teachers. Speaking ahead of the event,...
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Evicted grandmother now sleeping rough in park
Heidi Dodson’s council rejected her for priority housing, and told her she would cope on the streets. Source link
'Hero' plumber's firm faked stories of kindness
James Anderson’s firm Depher is accused of exploiting vulnerable people in misleading social media posts. Source link
The Papers: Starmer's six pledges and Slovak PM shot
Thursday’s paper preview a speech by Labour’s leader and have the latest on the Slovak PM shooting. Source link
Covid Inquiry: Jibes at other ministers among DUP WhatsApps
More than 60 pages of WhatsApp messages between Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) ministers have been published by the UK Covid-19 Inquiry. The messages give an insight into the thoughts of some of the party’s most senior figures as the pandemic spread. In often candid exchanges, messages include jibes at ministers from other parties in Stormont’s...
The woman who built up Edinburgh's army of street stitchers
A 67-year-old shows people in streets and parks how to breath new life into their tired garments. Source link
Woman becoming resistant to antibiotics after UTIs
Sian Jones needs antibiotics almost every other month and they often no longer work for her. Source link
Brendan Rodgers ‘never in any doubt’ as Celtic seal Premiership title
When Rodgers return to Glasgow was confirmed in June, some Celtic fans reflected back on his abrupt departure to Leicester City while on track for a third successive treble in February 2016. And as Rangers fought their way back into the title race in the early part of the year, the murmurs of discontent grew...
Rwanda plan expanded to include failed asylum seekers
Those who have had an asylum claim refused or withdrawn and cannot appeal could now also be deported. Source link
Harry and Meghan’s charity back in good standing
Earlier this week a spokesman for Prince Harry and Meghan had said that all the registration documents had been submitted on time, but a cheque that had been sent had not been received. Once Archewell had been notified of the problem, a “new cheque has been mailed”, their spokesman had said. The warning letter from...