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Sunak says 'don't mess' with flag on England football kit: Fans, pundits and politicians criticise a new England football shirt featuring a colourful St George's ...
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Quick Glance: Nike Sparks Controversy with New England Soccer Kit
- Nike unveiled the England soccer team's new kits for the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament, sparking controversy over one detail that has led to calls for change.
- The change in colors of the St. George Cross on the new football kit caused uproar among fans, leading to calls to boycott the sports manufacturer and criticism from politicians.
- Political figures like Prime Minister Sunak and Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer expressed criticism towards the design changes, while fans on social media showed both support and opposition to the new kit.
- Reactions to the new England soccer kit varied from demands to revert the changes to questioning whether the debate was exaggerated in light of other pressing issues. Political leaders like Keir Starmer and Emily Thornberry also voiced their disapproval of the design alterations.
AI Will Suck Up 500% More Power in UK in 10 Years, Grid CEO Says: Electricity demand from UK data centers will jump sixfold over the next 10 years as a boom in ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-26/ai-will-suck-up-500-more-power-in-uk-in-10-years-grid-ceo-says
Nike is out of touch. We don’t need to disguise the England flag: So football’s slick corporatists, grasping middlemen and diversity gollums have finally come ...
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Drivers warned as 10 police forces roll out high-tech cameras: You could face fines of up to £2,500
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/drivers-warned-10-police-forces-28886508
Outrage as Lincs Cadbury store sells 'gesture eggs' instead of Easter eggs: Cadbury has released a statement on the matter
lincolnshirelive.co.uk/news/local-news/outrage-cadbury-store-spalding-selling-9192926
Work begins on former Guildford Debenhams with 185 homes and new restaurants: Once built the development will be made up of 185 private homes, as well as 21 ...
getsurrey.co.uk/news/property-news/work-begins-former-guildford-debenhams-28890902
Boat Race rowers told to avoid the water as UK sewage dumping surges: Victorious rowers in Britain's University Boat Race have been warned not to jump into the ...
reuters.com/world/uk/boat-race-rowers-told-avoid-water-uk-sewage-dumping-surges-2024-03-27/
Pilot dies in light aircraft crash at Duxford's Imperial War Museum as investigation begins
itv.com/news/anglia/2024-03-27/eyewitnesses-describe-aircraft-crash-at-war-museum-as-investigation-begins
FTSE 100 Live: What's Moving UK Markets, Right Now
bloomberg.com/news/live-blog/2023-12-15/what-s-moving-uk-markets-right-now-markets-today
Thames Water board locked in crisis talks about £3bn funding plan: Shareholders refuse to confirm they will make fresh equity injection
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Quick Glance: Thames Water Directors Discuss Utility's Future
- The board of Thames Water engaged in crucial discussions as shareholders consider diluting a funding pledge. Shareholders, including the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) and China's sovereign wealth fund, may retract hundreds of millions of pounds in promised funding.
- Thames Water, employing about 7,000 people and serving nearly a quarter of the British population, is grappling with over £15 billion in debt. Shareholders had committed to provide £3.25 billion in the coming years, with the initial £750 million slated for this year.
- The shareholders' decision to reduce financial support could leave the heavily indebted company with few viable options to secure its future. Sky News previously reported that Whitehall officials had prepared contingency plans for Thames Water's potential collapse.
- Thames Water, serving 15 million customers in London and the south-east of England, has faced significant pressure due to leaks, sewage contamination, executive pay, and dividends. The prospect of temporary nationalisation in the event of a collapse could cost taxpayers billions.
Gogglebox star George Gilbey dies suddenly at just 40: George shot to fame during his time on the sofa with his mum and step-dad on the Channel 4 show.
walesonline.co.uk/lifestyle/showbiz/gogglebox-star-george-gilbey-dies-28899319
Quick Glance: Gogglebox Star George Gilbey, 40, Dies as Tributes Pour In
- Gogglebox star George Gilbey has died suddenly at the age of 40 as tributes poured in for the Celebrity Big Brother finalist.
- George reportedly passed away in a workplace accident where he fell from height and sustained a fatal injury.
- Tributes from celebrities and fans reflect the sorrow over George's death, although confusion arose when posts continued on his social media account.
- George was known for his time on Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother, with his family and colleagues mourning his loss.
Morrisons scraps new Blackburn store in big blow to town revival: SUPERMARKET giant Morrisons has pulled out of building a new store in Blackburn ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/24212445.morrisons-drops-new-blackburn-store-big-blow-town-revival/
‘We’re barely hanging on’: England’s cultural jewels fall into the red: New arts lobby group says plight that hits even top bodies such as Royal Shakespeare ...
theguardian.com/culture/2024/mar/24/england-culture-jewels-arts-lobby-group-royal-shakespeare-company
Stanford’s roadblock to NCAA regional is Iowa State post Audi Crooks: Iowa State and freshman sensation Audi Crooks are in the way as Stanford seeks berth in ...
mercurynews.com/2024/03/23/stanfords-roadblock-to-ncaa-regional-is-iowa-state-post-audi-crooks/
Gesture eggs: Cadbury outlet store criticised over Easter rebrand: Christian Concern says the store in Lincolnshire is trying to "erase" the Easter connection.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-lincolnshire-68673505
Full Sutton: Roman road, burial remains and monument found: Archaeologists working on the site of a new Yorkshire Water sewer near Full Sutton and Stamford ...
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24212552.full-sutton-roman-road-burial-mound-monument-found/
Protests in London: British farmers fear for their livelihoods due to Brexit policy
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England fans reject Nike’s playful kit update: Sir Keir Starmer, as well as Nigel Farage and Lee Anderson, speak out against Nike’s ‘playful update’ to the flag ...
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Lack of orders puts future of HS2 train factories in doubt: Government decision heightens risk of significant lay-offs at Hitachi and Alstom’s UK plants
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Quick Glance: Future of HS2 Train Factories in Jeopardy
- Government decision heightens risk of significant lay-offs at Hitachi and Alstom’s UK plants
- Ministers informed Hitachi that no new orders for conventional trains will be placed, jeopardizing the future of the Newton Aycliffe plant
- Alstom is also struggling to secure the future of its Derby plant
- Hitachi and Alstom have expressed concerns that HS2 trains could end up being partially built outside the UK
Gove forced to dilute plans to cap leasehold ground rents in England and Wales: Levelling-up secretary abandons reforms after opposition from Treasury and ...
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UBS still reviewing risk of misstatement in Credit Suisse's books: UBS said it is still reviewing potential misstatements in Credit Suisse's financial reports ...
reuters.com/business/finance/ubs-still-reviewing-risk-misstatement-credit-suisses-books-2024-03-28/
Remembering the amazing sight of Concorde at Humberside Airport: Mark Page looks back on a time when the legendary supersonic jet regularly visited northern ...
grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/news/nostalgia/remembering-awe-inspiring-sight-concorde-1719540
Caroline March ends life after injuries from Norfolk fall: Caroline March who was injured at Barefoot Retreats Burnham Market in Norfolk has explained her ...
edp24.co.uk/news/24211895.caroline-march-ends-life-injuries-norfolk-fall/
Quick Glance: Rider Caroline March explains decision to end life in poignant farewell
- Horse-rider Caroline March from Colchester revealed in an emotional letter why she chose to end her own life after being left paralyzed following a serious fall.
- Ms March described how her disability had impacted her quality of life and emphasized that it was not the kind of existence she desired.
- She also discussed her support for assisted suicide and how she struggled with her situation and emotions after her accident.
- Tributes have been paid to the rider, described as well-known and loved in the British eventing community, after her farewell letter was published.
I’m a Waspi woman and I had to sell my home – £3,000 is not enough: Deborah Dalton believed she could rely on a state pension, but was forced to downsize her ...
inews.co.uk/news/politics/waspi-woman-sell-home-3000-not-enough-2970090
Quick Glance: Compensation Demanded for Women Affected by Pension Age Changes - Ombudsman
- In 1995, a law was passed setting out a timetable to gradually raise the retirement age for women to 65, aligning it with men.
- The coalition government decided in 2010 to accelerate this timetable, resulting in the new higher retirement age for women being brought forward to 2018.
- The ombudsman suggests that women in the sample cases should receive compensation ranging from £1,000 to £2,950, but the Department for Work and Pension (DWP) disagrees.
- Based on the report, the DWP strongly doubts providing a remedy and has asked Parliament to intervene in light of the significant impact of maladministration.
Children's theatre in Hastings gets major funding grant: A children’s theatre project in Hastings has received funding from National Lottery and Arts Council ...
sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/childrens-theatre-in-hastings-gets-major-funding-grant-4565295
London, UK to Bangkok, Thailand for only £473 roundtrip: Cheap flights from London, UK to Bangkok, Thailand for only £473 roundtrip with Etihad Airways.
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Londoners quitting the city ’far more likely’ to head to South East or abroad than North
standard.co.uk/news/politics/londoners-move-south-east-north-abroad-europe-b1147416.html
Medieval Christian misogyny shapes how we judge women today, says scholar: Cambridge talk claims early male writers introduced idea real beauty is within to ...
theguardian.com/education/2024/mar/23/medieval-christian-misogyny-shapes-how-we-judge-women-today-says-scholar
FTSE 100 Live: What's Moving UK Markets, Right Now
bloomberg.com/news/live-blog/2024-03-22/ftse-100-what-s-moving-uk-markets-right-now-markets-today
Brace Yourself For the Comeback of Citizen Scientists: From water-testing polluted rivers to measuring radiation levels, ordinary people are taking environmental ...
wired.com/story/citizen-science-water-safecast/
Commuting is back — but not as we knew it: Pandemic predictions that the daily journey to work would die off are greatly exaggerated, according to FT analysis
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London Home Rents Surge at Record Pace to Over £2,000 a Month: London home rental costs jumped at a record pace in February, adding almost £200 a month to their ...
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‘High levels of E.coli found in Thames’ ahead of Oxbridge Boat Race: Sixteen tests around Hammersmith Bridge in west London over a month found high levels of the ...
standard.co.uk/news/london/thames-boat-race-ecoli-oxford-cambridge-hammersmith-bridge-b1147904.html
England’s largest gold nugget found in Shropshire with faulty metal detector: Richard Brock arrived late at detectorists’ outing, but within 20 minutes had found ...
theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/mar/20/englands-largest-gold-nugget-found-in-shropshire-with-faulty-metal-detector
Reading West station building opens after upgrade project: A station building for one of Reading’s train stations dating back to 1906 has finally opened after a ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/24196204.reading-west-station-building-opens-upgrade-project/
FTSE 100 Live: What's Moving UK Markets, Right Now
bloomberg.com/news/live-blog/2023-12-15/what-s-moving-uk-markets-right-now-markets-today
British Gas contacts customers at 3am to ask for feedback: Citing a 'technical issue' for the calls around 3.15am, British Gas has since been slammed ...
metro.co.uk/2024/03/26/british-gas-calls-customers-3am-ask-feedback-20529864/
Part of billionaire family’s property empire named on London’s rogue landlord list
theguardian.com/business/2024/mar/24/part-of-billionaire-family-lazari-propaery-empire-named-on-londons-rogue-landlord-list
York takeaway service launches in school kitchen: The venture in York will raise funds for the school and teach pupils cooking skills.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-york-north-yorkshire-68637992
BoE's Mann says her rates view was finely balanced before March vote: Bank of England policymaker Catherine Mann said on Monday that her position on the right ...
reuters.com/world/uk/boes-mann-says-her-rates-view-was-finely-balanced-before-march-vote-2024-03-25/
Former Naburn Primary head Jonathan Green's No 10 invite: Former Naburn Primary School head Jonathan Green invited to 10 Downing Street as 'education champion'
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24202200.former-naburn-primary-head-jonathan-greens-no-10-invite/
Black Lion pub in Skelton-on-Ure in hands of community group: The Black Lion pub in Skelton-on-Ure was acquired from Admiral Taverns by a Community Benefit ...
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24199135.black-lion-pub-skelton-on-ure-hands-community-group/
Water companies in England face outrage over record sewage discharges: Call for environmental emergency to be declared after data reveals 105% rise in raw sewage ...
theguardian.com/environment/2024/mar/27/water-companies-in-england-face-outrage-over-record-sewage-discharges
Essex horse rider explains decision to end her life in letter after death: She said her life was "not an existence I want"
essexlive.news/news/essex-news/colchester-horse-rider-explains-decision-9191619
Ed Gamble Hot Diggity Dog tour: Comedian forced to change Tube poster after falling foul of TfL rules
standard.co.uk/news/politics/ed-gamble-hot-diggity-dog-tfl-tour-poster-tube-cucumber-b1147929.html
Fears raised over Great Yarmouth's dwindling sex shop trade: Bosses at Great Yarmouth's last remaining sex shop fears for its future as trade in the town ...
edp24.co.uk/news/24208795.fears-raised-great-yarmouths-dwindling-sex-shop-trade/
Boy, 7, dies after lorry and VW Polo crash on the M4: Police are appealing for information following the crash yesterday afternoon (March 27)
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/boy-7-dies-after-lorry-9192772
It’s not just the BT Tower: London’s property developers look to turn offices into hotels
cityam.com/its-not-just-the-bt-tower-londons-property-market-heats-up-as-developers-look-to-turn-offices-into-hotels/
"Gentle soul" Otto the White Rhino sadly dies at Colchester Zoo: "He was such a gentle soul"
essexlive.news/news/local-news/colchester-zoo-announces-tragic-death-9185389
£100,000 a year ‘doesn’t go far' in southwest Surrey - Chancellor defends claim: Jeremy Hunt was derided over the weekend for making the claim in a post on X ...
itv.com/news/meridian/2024-03-24/100000-a-year-doesnt-go-as-far-in-southwest-surrey-claims-chancellor
Quick Glance: Jeremy Hunt's View on £100k Income & Financial Realities
- Jeremy Hunt's perception of £100,000 as a high income contrasts with the national median of £35,000, placing it significantly above average.
- Even in affluent areas like Godalming and Ash, where Hunt is campaigning, the median income of £56,606 shifts the perspective on six-figure salaries.
- Hunt's remarks were deemed inappropriate by experts as data shows many households are struggling due to living costs, including those in higher income brackets.
- New tax and benefit regulations for higher incomes could lead to unexpected financial burdens, as the offer of free childcare for parents earning over £100,000 is limited.
T20 World Cup 2024: Flintoff projected next head coach, joins England team: Andrew Flintoff has been added to England's backroom staff for the upcoming T20 World ...
business-standard.com/cricket/icc-t20-world-cup/t20-world-cup-2024-flintoff-projected-next-head-coach-joins-england-team-124032201012_1.html
Westmorland and Furness Council gets £400k from Active Travel England: The council has received over £400,000 for active travel projects in Westmorland and ...
nwemail.co.uk/news/24211697.westmorland-furness-council-gets-400k-active-travel-england/
Claire's warning after being slapped with £100 parking fine: Claire Dunn was given the fine after parking outside Pets at Home in Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough
gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/claries-warning-after-being-slapped-28866843
Murder investigation after boy, 9, dies in fatal crash: A WOMAN has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a fatal crash in which a nine-year-old died.
bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/24212881.murder-investigation-boy-9-dies-fatal-crash/
Clevedon seafront could be restored by the end of the year: The council could redirect funding intended to repair the town's slipway and dip into reserves ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/controversial-yellow-brick-road-seafront-9175526
Poundland in Nelson to close amid centre demolition plans: Poundland, located at the former Wilko’s site at Pendle Rise shopping centre, opened at the end of ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/24202313.poundland-nelson-close-amid-centre-demolition-plans/
North Staffordshire's newest Aldi finally set for go-ahead : Plans to build a store on the former IAE site in Cheadle were lodged back in 2022
stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/north-staffordshires-newest-aldi-finally-9190790
A1 expected to be closed for several hours after lorry crashes through central barrier
newarkadvertiser.co.uk/news/a1-expected-to-be-closed-for-several-hours-after-lorry-crash-9357600/
Tesco, Lidl, Aldi, Sainsbury's, Asda, M&S announce closure for 'one day only': Retailers including supermarkets, fashion brands and DIY stores will observe ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/tesco-lidl-aldi-sainsburys-morrisons-28881876
Swimmer suing water firm over Devon coast sewage set to star in documentary: An independent filmmaker is to begin filming the story of Jo Bateman's legal ...
inews.co.uk/news/devon-ms-bateman-south-west-water-sewage-spills-documentary-2973440
UK train drivers vote for further round of strikes: Notice of fresh disruption comes as northern leaders call for rail operator Avanti to be stripped of its ...
ft.com/content/a4316867-7384-4abf-ad47-371e16024277
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Record sewage spills in England causing marine species to swallow cocktail of drugs
itv.com/news/2024-03-27/record-sewage-spills-causing-marine-species-to-swallow-cocktail-of-drugs
Boeing leadership shakeup raises questions after 737 Max 9 blowout: The resignation of Boeing CEO David Calhoun is raising questions about the future of the ...
thehill.com/business/4557840-boeing-leadership-shakeup-raises-questions-after-737-max-9-blowout/
Quick Glance: Implications of Boeing CEO's Resignation on Aircraft Manufacturer
- Dave Calhoun, the CEO of Boeing, is set to resign by the end of the year, with additional top executives leaving the company amidst safety concerns tarnishing its reputation following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737 Max in January.
- It is emphasized that most Boeing aircraft remain safe, but only time will reveal whether the restructuring in the corporate leadership leads to tangible positive changes.
- Implementing a cultural shift in a vast company like Boeing can prove to be a complex task, particularly for the incoming CEO tasked with rebuilding the company's image.
- Despite thorough investigations and changes at the helm of Boeing, it is crucial to highlight that the company's airplanes are safe and continue to be maintained by dedicated professionals to ensure safety in the aviation industry.
Easter washout as Met Office forecasts days of heavy rain : Heavy rain is hitting Devon and the South West this morning just as the Easter holidays are about to ...
devonlive.com/news/uk-world-news/easter-washout-met-office-forecasts-9186622
Sunderland film studios granted planning permission in huge moment for the city: Plans for one of the largest film making complexes in Europe on the banks of the ...
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Toilet block with beach view of Mount's Bay sells for almost £170k in Cornwall: The public toilets at Long Rock overlook St Michael's Mount and Mount's Bay.
itv.com/news/westcountry/2024-03-22/toilet-block-with-beach-views-sells-for-almost-170k
Chester: Country pub The Bunbury Arms seeking new operator: A POPULAR Chester pub is seeking a new operator.
chesterstandard.co.uk/news/24209170.chester-country-pub-bunbury-arms-seeking-new-operator/
Legoland and Alton Towers owner plans to charge more at peak times: Merlin Entertainments says surge pricing will help offset decline in visitors since Covid ...
theguardian.com/business/2024/mar/25/legoland-alton-towers-charge-more-peak-times-merlin-entertainments-surge-pricing
UK weather: Heavy rain and 70mph winds as Met Office issues warning ahead of Easter washout
independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/uk-weather-forecast-met-office-b2519417.html
Ease pop-up camping rules or tourism in Wales risks 'going into reverse': Unlike England, where pop-ups can operate for 60 days, Welsh landowners can only run ...
dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/ease-pop-up-camping-rules-28895250
Brexit isn’t working for this City broker — but data might: A spin-off of data division Parameta might make sense for company whose core brokerage services are ...
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Ipswich shoppers 'urged' to use Sailmakers following sale: Ipswich shoppers have been urged to use Sailmakers Shopping Centre following its sale at auction on ...
ipswichstar.co.uk/news/24202086.ipswich-shoppers-urged-use-sailmakers-following-sale/
Citizen Zoo Is Rewilding the UK, One Grasshopper at a Time: The London-based social enterprise is turning regular people into at-home zookeepers.
wired.com/story/citizen-zoo-rewilding-uk/
Coventry attraction dubbed 'magical place' as its 'champion' gets award: Pete Chambers, of Coventry Music Museum, was crowned Visit England's Tourism ...
coventrytelegraph.net/news/coventry-news/coventry-attraction-dubbed-magical-place-28886223
Prince Harry lawyers seek to drag Rupert Murdoch into UK court case: Lawyers for Britain's Prince Harry and other claimants sought on Wednesday to amend their ...
reuters.com/world/uk/prince-harry-lawyers-seek-drag-rupert-murdoch-into-uk-court-case-2024-03-20/
St Helen’s Farm at Seaton Ross wins in British Cheese Awards: The UK’s largest goat’s milk producer, which is based near York, is celebrating its first award ...
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24214944.st-helens-farm-seaton-ross-wins-british-cheese-awards/
Unusual Wetherspoons detail hiding in every pub you've probably never noticed: You're never too far from a Wetherspoons wherever you are in the UK ...
mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/food-drink/unusual-wetherspoons-detail-hiding-every-32424144
Aldi announces change in 35 UK locations and it starts 'later this month': The openings form part of the supermarket's long-term target of 1 ...
birminghammail.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/aldi-announces-change-35-uk-28893872
Tories delete Sadiq Khan attack ad showing New York rather than London: The clip attacking the London Mayor had been posted on X using footage of a stampede in a ...
itv.com/news/2024-03-26/tories-delete-sadiq-khan-attack-ad-showing-new-york-rather-than-london
Down's syndrome: The children challenging misconceptions: Three families united by one support group open up about raising a child with Down's syndrome.
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