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First Train With Great British Railway Branding Unveiled
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First Train With Great British Railway Branding Unveiled

The first train displaying Great British Railways (GBR) branding has been unveiled. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander claimed the launch “makes the future of Britain’s railways a reality”. A Southern Class 387 train in Brighton was given the makeover ahead of the operator’s services entering public ownership on May 31. It features a red, white and blue colour scheme mirroring the Union flag, as well as the double-arrow logo initially used by British Rail. The Department […]

today21 May 2026

Cheaper Food And Free Bus Rides For Children In Reeves Cost Of Living Plan
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Cheaper Food And Free Bus Rides For Children In Reeves Cost Of Living Plan

Shoppers could save on the cost of biscuits and chocolate as part of a package of measures being set out by Rachel Reeves to ease the impact of the Iran war. The Government is cutting import tariffs on more than 100 types of product in a move that is expected to save consumers more than £150 million a year. The Chancellor also set out a “Great British Summer Savings” scheme, including free bus travel for children in England […]

today21 May 2026

Classy Aston Villa Cruise To Europa League Glory In Istanbul
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Classy Aston Villa Cruise To Europa League Glory In Istanbul

Aston Villa ended their 30-year wait for a trophy as they strolled to an emphatic 3-0 victory over Freiburg in the Europa League final in Istanbul. After falling short in the Conference League semi-finals and Champions League last-eight over recent times, Unai Emery brought European success back to Villa Park at the third time of asking with his fifth Europa League title. The Prince of Wales was in attendance to witness Villa’s first European final […]

today21 May 2026

FA Investigates Southampton Over Spygate Scandal
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FA Investigates Southampton Over Spygate Scandal

Southampton are now under investigation by the Football Association in relation to the ‘Spygate’ scandal The FA is looking at whether charges should be brought, following on from a decision by an EFL independent disciplinary commission to expel Saints from the Championship play-offs and dock four points for next season. An FA spokesperson said: “We will now investigate and won’t comment further until we have assessed the evidence.” Southampton admitted to spying on a training session held by […]

today21 May 2026

UK Net Migration Drops Below 200000 For First Time Since Covid 19 Pandemic
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UK Net Migration Drops Below 200000 For First Time Since Covid 19 Pandemic

UK net migration dropped to an estimated 171,000 last year, the lowest level since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. The figures for the 12 months to December are down 48% compared to the previous year (331,000), according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). It is the first time the estimate – which is the difference between the number of people arriving and leaving the country – has fallen below 200,000 since the start […]

today21 May 2026

Keir Starmer Says He Will Campaign For Andy Burnham In Makerfield By Election
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Keir Starmer Says He Will Campaign For Andy Burnham In Makerfield By Election

Sir Keir Starmer has said he will be out campaigning for potential leadership challenger Andy Burnham in the Makerfield by-election. The Prime Minister also sought to draw attention to his Government’s record and away from “all the other discussions that are going on”, in apparent reference to the leadership speculation that has dogged his premiership since Labour’s local and devolved elections mauling. Asked whether he would be out supporting Greater Manchester Mayor Mr Burnham’s campaign […]

today21 May 2026

Equalities Watchdog Chairwoman Urges Common Sense Policy On Single Sex Spaces
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Equalities Watchdog Chairwoman Urges Common Sense Policy On Single Sex Spaces

The head of Britain’s rights watchdog has called for a “common sense approach” to toilet provision as newly-published guidance confirmed single-sex services must be on the basis of biological sex. The updated guidance has been published more than a year after a landmark Supreme Court ruling in April 2025 which said the words “woman” and “sex” in the Equality Act 2010 refer to a biological woman and biological sex. The new code covers a range […]

today21 May 2026

Make Tech Platforms Offer Safe Services Before Children Can Use Them PM Told
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Make Tech Platforms Offer Safe Services Before Children Can Use Them PM Told

Campaigners have told Sir Keir Starmer that tech platforms should not have an automatic right to offer their services to children and must instead earn it. Charities and campaign groups said the platforms should demonstrate that they adhere to strict safety standards before children can make accounts. Their proposals sent to the Prime Minister said tech platforms must not offer addictive design features to under-16s. This includes infinite scrolling, streaks, autoplay of videos and push […]

today20 May 2026

Young Drivers Urged To Steer Clear Of Ghost Broking Insurance Scams
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Young Drivers Urged To Steer Clear Of Ghost Broking Insurance Scams

Motorists aged 17 to 25 are being warned about “ghost broking” scams, as a survey indicates around half (49%) of young drivers have bought insurance through social media or messaging apps. Around four in 10 (39%) young drivers surveyed said they would not feel confident in spotting the signs of a fake policy, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said. Ghost brokers are not real brokers, they are criminals trying to scam people and sell bogus insurance policies through […]

today20 May 2026

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