Nandy ‘minded to intervene’ in Sky’s £1.6bn takeover of ITV entertainment arm
Lisa Nandy has said she is “minded to intervene” in the proposed £1.6bn deal for Sky to buy ITV’s media and entertainment division. The culture secretary said there were reasonable…
Healey says surprise UK growth is ‘sign of resilience’ ahead of Budget
The UK economy’s stronger than expected performance in August has been called a “sign of resilience” by Chancellor John Healey. Healey told the BBC “it’s really tough in the face…
Russell Brand accuser says alleged rape left her afraid she may be pregnant
Warning – this report contains graphic content A woman who alleges Russell Brand raped her in a hotel has said she was left feeling “dirty” and afraid she may be…
‘Fantastically special’: all 10 Victoria Crosses awarded to Royal Marines go on show for first time
They tell tales of bravery under fire, may lead to conversations about the UK’s place in the world and could prompt visitors to reflect on what they might have done…
Hampshire woman died after ambulance was cancelled – despite reporting bleeding around her eyes
Carmen Price’s daughter is now taking her fight for answers to the High Court A woman whose mother died after a 999 call handler stood down an ambulance despite the…
Severe drought declared in parts of southern England
A severe drought has been declared across parts of southern England after months of low rainfall. Parts of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, East Sussex and West Sussex are affected by…
Nandy ‘minded to intervene’ in Sky’s proposed £1.6bn takeover of ITV
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says she is “minded to intervene” in Sky’s proposed £1.6 billion takeover of ITV’s media and entertainment division. The deal was agreed in July following months…
Andy Burnham ‘apologises’ for PMQs comments about Ann Widdecombe’s murder
The prime minister was accused of a ‘breach of the presumption of innocence’ Andy Burnham has corrected the record and “apologised” after saying an “individual” was “responsible for the murder”…
Severe drought declared in six areas of England as public water supplies under threat
A severe drought has been declared in six areas of England with some reservoirs at critically low levels, threatening public supplies. Parts of Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Somerset, East Sussex and…
Police Scotland officer found guilty of raping teenage girl and woman
Carmichael John Williamson attacked both women on the Shetland Islands A serving Police Scotland officer has been convicted of three charges of rape. Carmichael John Williamson, 32, was found guilty…