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Man charged with common assault over Roy Keane headbutt allegations

Man charged with common assault over Roy Keane headbutt allegations

Man charged with common assault over Roy Keane headbutt allegations

06 March 2024

The charge relates to an incident at Emirates Stadium on September 3 last year, following Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Manchester United.


Post Office CEO Nick Read ‘absolutely refutes’ bullying claims

Post Office CEO Nick Read ‘absolutely refutes’ bullying claims

Post Office CEO Nick Read ‘absolutely refutes’ bullying claims

06 March 2024

Nick Read was asked to address the allegations during a ‘Ten at Ten’ meeting on Wednesday.


Hunt’s decision on windfall tax deeply disappointing, Scottish Tory leader says

Hunt’s decision on windfall tax deeply disappointing, Scottish Tory leader says

Hunt’s decision on windfall tax deeply disappointing, Scottish Tory leader says

06 March 2024

Douglas Ross said extending the Energy Profits Levy was a ‘step in the wrong direction’.


Five arrested after red paint sprayed on UK Government building in Gaza protest

Five arrested after red paint sprayed on UK Government building in Gaza protest

Five arrested after red paint sprayed on UK Government building in Gaza protest

06 March 2024

The incident occurred at Queen Elizabeth House on Sibbald Walk in Edinburgh on Wednesday morning.


‘Astonishing’ early reluctance to call pandemic a civil emergency, inquiry hears

‘Astonishing’ early reluctance to call pandemic a civil emergency, inquiry hears

‘Astonishing’ early reluctance to call pandemic a civil emergency, inquiry hears

06 March 2024

The Welsh Government regarded the coronavirus outbreak as a ‘health-led’ incident.


Government announces £800m for offshore wind power support

Government announces £800m for offshore wind power support

Government announces £800m for offshore wind power support

06 March 2024

The record amount for the clean technology comes after the last auction for wind farm developers failed to secure any bids.


Who are the winners and losers in the Chancellor’s Budget?

Who are the winners and losers in the Chancellor’s Budget?

Who are the winners and losers in the Chancellor’s Budget?

06 March 2024

Workers, savers, and small businesses are among those set to benefit.


Starmer: ‘Chuckle Brothers of decline’ deliver ‘last desperate’ Budget

Starmer: ‘Chuckle Brothers of decline’ deliver ‘last desperate’ Budget

Starmer: ‘Chuckle Brothers of decline’ deliver ‘last desperate’ Budget

06 March 2024

The Labour leader also urged Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to confirm they want a May 2 general election.


Gymnasts Ellie and Becky Downie: ‘MBEs show speaking out was right thing to do’

Gymnasts Ellie and Becky Downie: ‘MBEs show speaking out was right thing to do’

Gymnasts Ellie and Becky Downie: ‘MBEs show speaking out was right thing to do’

06 March 2024

Ellie retired at the age of 23 because of concerns about her mental health when competing in the sport.


Tory peer apologises to University Challenge student after antisemitism claims

Tory peer apologises to University Challenge student after antisemitism claims

Tory peer apologises to University Challenge student after antisemitism claims

06 March 2024

The former MEP had described the team’s mascot, an octopus soft toy, as a symbol of antisemitism.


Covid fears ‘accelerated natural births’ uptake, Constance Marten trial told

Covid fears ‘accelerated natural births’ uptake, Constance Marten trial told

Covid fears ‘accelerated natural births’ uptake, Constance Marten trial told

06 March 2024

Marten, 36, and her partner Mark Gordon, 49, are accused over the death of their baby Victoria while living off-grid in wintry conditions last year.


Budget: Higher taxes for airline passengers

Budget: Higher taxes for airline passengers

Budget: Higher taxes for airline passengers

06 March 2024

The Treasury announced that air passenger duty (APD) for flights from UK airports will be increased.


Families set to gain more towards the cost of raising their children

Families set to gain more towards the cost of raising their children

Families set to gain more towards the cost of raising their children

06 March 2024

The Government will increase the threshold at which the high income child benefit charge starts to be charged from £50,000 to £60,000.


Research identifies genetic ‘switch’ that can control anxiety

Research identifies genetic ‘switch’ that can control anxiety

Research identifies genetic ‘switch’ that can control anxiety

06 March 2024

The University of Aberdeen team hope their findings could improve the lives of anxiety patients.


King holds audiences and sends condolences over death of Tanzania’s ex-president

King holds audiences and sends condolences over death of Tanzania’s ex-president

King holds audiences and sends condolences over death of Tanzania’s ex-president

06 March 2024

Charles, who is working on head of state duties behind the scenes, is continuing his treatment for cancer.


Tax relief for UK theatres and film productions hailed as ‘lifeline’

Tax relief for UK theatres and film productions hailed as ‘lifeline’

Tax relief for UK theatres and film productions hailed as ‘lifeline’

06 March 2024

There will be a tax credit for UK independent films with a budget of less than £15 million.


Household Support Fund extension welcomed but Hunt warned it is a temporary fix

Household Support Fund extension welcomed but Hunt warned it is a temporary fix

Household Support Fund extension welcomed but Hunt warned it is a temporary fix

06 March 2024

As well as extending the fund by six months, the Chancellor has scrapped a £90 charge on debt relief orders.


Man dies after stabbing in Bristol

Man dies after stabbing in Bristol

Man dies after stabbing in Bristol

06 March 2024

The 30-year-old was attacked in the St Pauls area of the city on Tuesday.


Government extends windfall tax on oil and gas companies

Government extends windfall tax on oil and gas companies

Government extends windfall tax on oil and gas companies

06 March 2024

The policy will be phased out should energy prices sustainably fall.


Budget backs cutting edge plans to send police drones to emergency scenes

Budget backs cutting edge plans to send police drones to emergency scenes

Budget backs cutting edge plans to send police drones to emergency scenes

06 March 2024

Plans were set out for £230 million to support new technology that also includes increased use of video calls.


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