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Zia Yusuf has launched a scathing attack on Labour’s handling of the economy after the latest figures confirmed GDP is shrinking. Speaking to GB News, Reform UK’s policy chief described the Cabinet as a “bunch of incompetents” and claimed their handling of Britain’s economy has been “disastrous”.In figures confirmed by the ONS this morning, Britain’s economy contracted by 0.1 per cent during October, extending a troubling pattern of stagnation that has persisted since June.This marks the third straight month without expansion, following September’s identical 0.1 per cent decline and flat performance in August.Delivering his verdict on the ONS figures, Mr…

Queen Camilla’s new equerry, Major Rob Treasure, is settling into his role as he helped children decorate a Christmas tree in Clarence House.Major Treasure was handed the position after Major Ollie Plunket stepped down, who was also present to support.Using his ceremonial sword, Mr Treasure carefully lifted ornaments chosen by the youngsters onto the higher branches, a task which has become part of the celebration’s traditions.After a few tries at laying the ornament on the upper half, Major Treasure was successful as he let out a deep breath and a little smirk.Queen Camilla’s new equerry is settling into his new…

Yorkshire Building Society is revealing how “millions are missing out” on a more than £1,000 savings boost which can be used to pay for expensive Christmas shopping and presents. British families are dramatically scaling back their festive expenditure this year, with average planned Christmas spending falling sharply from £774 to just £596 per household, according to fresh research from the building society..The significant reduction comes as recent Budget announcements have prompted millions across the country to adopt a more cautious approach to their finances during the holiday period.This marked decline in seasonal spending represents a substantial shift in how households…

Southend United fans have called for a refund after their 250-mile (400km) away day to Rochdale was rained off for the second time.The National League tie was being won by the hosts 2-1 before it was abandoned in the 77th minute on Saturday.It followed many fans making their way to the Crown Oil Arena in September, only for the game to be postponed due to heavy rainfall less than two and half hours before kick-off.Hoping their next meeting would be third time lucky, supporters group Shrimpers Trust said: “At this or any level, this is unacceptable.”Both sets of players were…

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Scottish actor and comedian Stanley Baxter has died at the age of 99.Born in Glasgow in 1926, he was one of the biggest stars on British television for several decades.Baxter starred in a number of hit series between the 1960s and the 1980s, and was also known for his acting roles and as a pantomime regular.His friend and biographer Brian Beacom said Baxter died on Thursday in Denville Hall, a north London care home for entertainment figures where he had lived since late 2023.After starting his career in Scottish theatres in the 1940s, Baxter found fame in variety theatre.This led…

New Orleans Saints special teams coordinator Phil Galiano says Charlie Smyth’s future as a permanent member of the squad is “up in the air”.Saints head coach Kellen Moore confirmed on Tuesday that the kicker will make his home NFL debut against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday (21:25 GMT).Former Gaelic footballer Smyth is set to start his third successive NFL game after featuring in the defeat at the Miami Dolphins and last weekend’s win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.NFL rules say a player can be elevated three times from the practice squad before they must be made a permanent fixture in…

Travellers have left residents “living in a nightmare” after moving onto a field believed to be worth £5million and seeking permission to remain there permanently. An application submitted to Guildford Borough Council seeks part-retrospective planning consent for a six-pitch traveller site on land off Alms Heath and School Lane in Ockham, Surrey.The proposals include a new access road to the site, parking areas including space for “easy manoeuvring” and a day room.The site is located within a conservation area, close to listed buildings and is within the green belt.Residents say they have been “living in a nightmare” since the travellers…

A Reform UK councillor has told GB News she was arrested at a Pride event for criticising the “sexualised” festival, in which children were attending.Speaking to Patrick Christys, Amanda Clare recalled being accused of being “homophobic” and “taking pictures of children” after expressing concern for youngsters at the event.Following the incident at Winsford Pride in Cheshire in June, Ms Clare has had the charges of assault and criminal damage dropped.The councillor declared the whole ordeal a “smear campaign” against Reform UK, due to them “doing well in the polls”.She told GB News: “I’ve been a councillor since 2019 and I’ve…