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Lowy said the “stars are aligned” for the stadium expansion to progress and that stakeholders – including the government – need to deliver on infrastructure projects as part of a “masterplan” for the “regeneration of south Leeds”. BBC Radio Leeds reported on 20 January that Lowy meet with Chancellor Rachel Reeves to discuss funding a light rail system from Leeds station to White Rose including a stop at Elland Road.Reeves – who has been the MP for Leeds West and Pudsey, formerly Leeds West, since 2010 – said recently the investment from LFG can “create jobs, unlock opportunities and bring…

A prisoner who escaped twice from London prisons and was described as “extremely dangerous” has been caught in France after fleeing Britain by lorry.Daniel Boakye, 21, was arrested in La Bouexiere in Brittany on suspicion of escaping lawful custody.In his most recent escape, he fled from Lewisham hospital, just months before he was due to be deported to Ghana.Government sources said at the time his deportation was still being “actively pursued”.Boakye, who was being held at HMP Feltham, escaped for the first time while being treated at West Middlesex University Hospital on February 10.He was under escort from the young…

Sir Keir Starmer must seek Parliament’s mandate before sending British troops to Iran, the chairman of the Defence Select Committee has warned.Tan Dhesi, speaking to GB News’ Political Editor on Chopper’s Political Podcast, issued the warning after the PM ruled out joining the US and Israeli attacks on Iran.However, he said any offensive operation would mean it would be ministers’ “duty to come and explain themselves in Parliament”.A parliamentary mandate is “important… not just for our democracy, but also for cohesion,” Mr Dhesi added.The PM refused MPs the opportunity to vote on defensive measures, saying there was “no way” he…

The Financial Times details the ways in which the war in the Middle East has “rattled global markets”, noting a 3% fall in European stock markets and the closure of Iraq’s oilfields due to Iran’s threats against tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The paper quotes Peter Schaffrik, a global macro strategist at RBC Capital Markets, who said that the market seems to be “mentally transitioning from a short war to a long war”.

Wolves manager Rob Edwards praises his sides commitment to improvement, but insists they’re not thinking about staying in the Premier League, despite beating Liverpool 2-1 at Molineux to give them back-to-back league wins for the first time this season. MATCH REPORT: Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-0 LiverpoolAvailable to UK users only.

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has confirmed Labour is ending a “stalling tactic” used by failed asylum seekers to speed up the deportation of illegal migrants in the UK.Ms Mahmood is preparing to dish out blanket rejections to failed asylum seekers who submit last-minute pieces of new evidence before absconding.The Home Office hopes the change will free up time for the equivalent of almost 1,500 extra case decisions a year.Current rules enable asylum seekers to submit new evidence after refusal, including when claimants do not comply with the appeals process or abscond.The loophole forces caseworkers to spend seven-and-a-half hours considering every…

A key part in Sunderland’s impressive season has been Granit Xhaka.The former Arsenal midfielder was one of a number of summer signings the Black Cats made, but has arguably been the most influential, with his experience and leadership key in many games.Having recently returned from injury, Xhaka started on the bench against Leeds before being introduced just before the hour mark – and it was no coincidence Sunderland improved, having been second best until that point.The 33-year-old provided a calming influence as his side ground out a first away success since October through Habib Diarra’s penalty, helping them navigate 12…

A drug gang in Lancashire grinned and posed for photos in police uniform to raid cannabis farms.Lancashire Police said it found the photos as they raided the Blackpool headquarters of the “Ozone” Organised Crime Group (OCG), who operated an “Amazon-style” drug warehouse and distribution operation.A December 2024 search conducted by police of their phones showed OGC members Marc Kirkwood and Cole Muir wearing police jackets, and posing for photos.The gang would don police uniforms in order to burgle other cannabis farms.The nine-strong gang, who were jailed for their crimes last week, used Telegram to advertise drugs, before using WhatsApp to…

One of Reform UK’s biggest backers has said he feels “safer in Dubai than in Sadiq Khan’s London” – despite a barrage of rockets flying overhead.Nick Candy, the party’s treasurer, said he feels “completely safe” while enjoying dinner at a restaurant near the beach.Writing in the Daily Mail, he attributed the relative peace in the United Arab Emirates to their version of the Iron Dome – and called for Britain to develop the same technology.”There’s more chance of getting stabbed on a London street than of being injured in an Iranian attack,” he said. “The atmosphere here is confident and…

Barcelona to step up efforts for Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven, Bruno Fernandes future at Manchester United depends on Champions League qualification and Aston Villa keen on Fulham’s Harry Wilson. Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven, 24, is wanted by Barcelona, who are set to intensify their efforts to sign the Netherlands international in the summer. (Sport – in Spanish), externalManchester United are prepared to offer Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes an improved deal worth up to £400,000 a week – but the 31-year-old will base a decision on his Old Trafford future on whether the club qualify for the…