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Becky MortonPolitical reporterReutersThe UK has approved China’s plans for a huge new embassy in central London, despite opponents warning it could be used as a base for spying and pose security risks.Security Minister Dan Jarvis said intelligence agencies had been “integral” to the process and he was “content any risks are being appropriately managed”.The decision, which has repeatedly been delayed, had posed a challenge for the government, as it seeks to balance its desire for closer ties with Beijing with warnings of the threat posed by China.It comes as Sir Keir Starmer is expected to visit Beijing early this year,…

“I understand there’s speculation and there’s doubt around a lot of things, so for me it’s being honest with them.”If they’ve got something to share, if they’re seeking more clarity or anything they want to talk about then we have to be open.”One thing we can’t do is run away from it or pretend it’s not happening.”I think that worked well for us coming into the autumn, it’s far from perfect but ultimately for me it’s putting the players, the staff and the people at the centre of it.”If they’ve got any reservations or if they want someone to talk…

A British Chagossian has urged Sir Keir Starmer to “cancel” the Chagos deal to Mauritius following President Trump’s criticism.Speaking to GB News, Avraham Ono called on the Prime Minister to “listen to the people” of Chagos and reconsider the agreement.However, the Government doubled down on their Chagos stance today, with Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister Darren Jones telling GB News Political Editor Christopher Hope that there will be “no changes” to the agreement.Hitting out at the deal, US President Donald Trump has described the decision to hand the Chagos Islands to Mauritius as a “great stupidity”, despite initially backing…

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A foster grandfather from Halifax has seen his monthly energy costs fall by more than a third after his home was fitted with solar panels and battery storage through a pioneering social housing scheme.Stephen Jagger, who cares for his three grandchildren in an end-terrace property in West Yorkshire, previously paid over £150 each month for combined gas and electricity. Mr Jagger previously paid £160 a month for gas and electricity, but since joining the Tenant Power tariff — run by Octopus Energy and Together Housing Group — his bills have dropped to £99.”Having the solar panels and a battery is…

A former Manchester United teammate of David Beckham has launched a blistering attack on the football icon, backing Brooklyn Beckham’s explosive Instagram revelations from Monday.John O’Kane, 51, who progressed through United’s youth academy alongside Beckham as part of the celebrated Class of ’92, posted his criticism on X following Brooklyn’s statement.”I lived with Beckham for few years… Let’s just say he likes to be in TOTAL CONTROL and was OBSESSIVE on PERFECTION,” O’Kane wrote.The former defender, who made seven first-team appearances for the Red Devils, added: “If it took Brooklyn to say this and burn down the so-called perfect family.…

Asda has put around 1,200 jobs “at risk” after unveiling plans to outsource delivery operations for its George.com online clothing business.The supermarket chain said the proposed overhaul would begin from January 2027.Asda plans to outsource delivery operations for its George.com online clothing business to logistics firm DHL.The supermarket chain, which is owned by private equity group TDR Capital, said the plans would affect workers at three Asda distribution centres. Roles linked to George.com deliveries could be impacted as operations are relocated.Nadine Houghton, GMB national officer, said: “Hardworking families and working-class communities should not see their livelihoods put at risk due…

Maia DaviesandImogen James & Tom Symonds,Royal Courts of JusticeEPAPrince Harry was present for the second day of the trial at London’s Royal Courts of JusticeThe Duke of Sussex and other celebrity claimants accusing the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday of unlawful information gathering are “clutching at straws”, a court has heard.Prince Harry is among seven high-profile claimants including Sir Elton John and Liz Hurley alleging Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL) committed “grave breaches of privacy” over a 20-year period.Defending the publisher, Antony White KC argued the reporters behind the stories had provided a “compelling account of a…

Plans for the development of the St Helen’s ground in Swansea – earmarked as the new home of the Ospreys – have also been questioned as a result of recent developments, with the local council set to invest more than £4m in the project.Rob Stewart, leader of Swansea Council, said: “We remain 100% committed to supporting the Ospreys returning to St Helen’s as Swansea’s regional rugby base.”As the second largest city in Wales with the most successful rugby region and an extensive and long-established grassroots rugby base, it is vital that we retain regional rugby in Swansea.”We are seeking clarification…

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