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Police ‘praying for rain’ on Saturday when pubs reopen
Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson said choosing a Saturday was ‘very bad’ timing.
Dad of British fighter against Islamic State slams ‘laughable’ prosecutions
Paul Newey, of Solihull, West Midlands, had been accused of funding terrorism by sending £150 to his son Daniel.
Prince Andrew subjecting Epstein victims to torture test
A source close to Andrew said he is ‘bewildered’ by claims he has not cooperated with US prosecutors.
Care Homes – Ministers ‘negligent approach’ meant thousands more died
“They must take responsibility for their handling of Covid-19 and immediately address the issues of low wages and no sick pay for this predominantly low paid work female workforce.
David Starkey sacked over “so many damn blacks” comment
The historian argued that slavery could not be considered genocide “otherwise there wouldn’t be so many damn blacks in Africa or in Britain”.
PM “bitterly regrets” care home crisis as new data reveals almost 20,000 residents have perished
He said "we'll have to go back" to learn what went wrong, but "now is not the time".
40 rights groups sign open letter to UK Government calling for immediate release of Julian Assange
"This (indictment) is an unprecedented escalation of an already disturbing assault on journalism in the US", the letter reads.
Police prepared for New Year’s Eve-style celebrations on Saturday
The emergency services are urging people going out to pubs, bars and restaurants this weekend to act responsibly.