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Lee Anderson has been left speechless after a GB News guest leapt to the defence of “intelligent and capable” David Lammy.Discussing the state of Britain’s prison system on his show Lee Anderson’s Real World, the GB News presenter was left with his head in his hands as commentator Benjamin Butterworth praised the Deputy Prime Minister.Mr Lammy has faced widespread backlash after failing to confirm he knew that a prisoner had been mistakenly released from HMP Wandsworth on October 29, the third incident in a matter of weeks.In a statement following the accidental release, the Justice Secretary said he was “outraged…

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has warned O2 customers to be cautious after reports of unexpected charges when attempting to leave their contracts.The mobile network recently confirmed it would raise its mid-contract price increase from the previously stated £1.80 to £2.50, a change that has left many customers frustrated and confused.When customers try to cancel their plans following these price rises, they are finding they must settle device costs in full, in some cases running into thousands of pounds.The Money Saving Expert founder said O2’s communication is misleading some customers into believing they must immediately pay off their entire handset…

Thomas Skinner has ripped into Chancellor Rachel Reeves on social media after it emerged she privately told the Office for Budget Responsibility that she intends to raise income tax in her autumn budget, despite Labour’s manifesto promise not to.In the government’s formal submission to the OBR, the Chancellor of the Exchequer said a personal tax rise is one of the major measures she is preparing to announce later this month as she attempts to plug a £30 billion black hole in the public finances.Speaking on Tuesday, Ms Reeves insisted she would put the “national interest” ahead of “political expediency” and…

Sam FrancisPolitical reporterGetty ImagesJeremy Corbyn’s new left-wing party is in a stand-off over £800,000 held by Zarah Sultana, who is meant to be founding the party with him.The funds are from the initial wave of donations when the movement, currently operating under the name Your Party, was announced in July. While Your Party was being formally registered, the money was collected by MoU Operations Ltd – which is now run by Sultana.Senior figures have accused her of withholding the funds despite publicly agreeing to transfer the money.A spokesperson for Sultana said she “is in the process of transferring all funds…

PA MediaBrianna Ghey, 16, was stabbed by two teenagers in a park in 2023Locking mobile phones away in pouches at the start of the school day would create “safer and more focused classrooms”, Brianna Ghey’s mum has said. Esther Ghey is urging Cheshire schools to take advantage of £150,000 funding for a pouches scheme after Cheshire Police and Crime Commissioner Dan Price said he wanted the county to be the first where all state secondary schools had them.Brianna was murdered by two 15-year-olds in a park in Warrington in February 2023.Her mother, who is campaigning for better safeguarding on mobile…

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is interesting two Italian clubs, Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali does not have a release clause in his contract, Morgan Rogers set to sign new Aston Villa contract. Napoli have made contact with Manchester United over a January loan deal for England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20. (Gazzetta dello Sport – in Italian), externalMainoo is also a wanted by another Serie A club with Roma interested in a January deal. (Football Italia), externalNewcastle and Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali is homesick for AC Milan, with Juventus also interested in the 25-year-old. (Corriere della Sera – in Italian), externalTonali…

Former Olympian Sharron Davies has criticised the BBC, claiming the broadcaster is being “held to ransom” by a vocal group of trans activists.Ms Davies — a swimmer who won one Olympic silver medal and two Commonwealth Games gold medals — also referenced incidents at the BBC where staff were reportedly misled, including the controversial autocue about “pregnant people”.Sharron Davies claimed the BBC is being ‘held to ransom’ | GB NEWS She changed her scripted wording from “pregnant people” to “women”, and the BBC’s Executive Complaints Unit (ECU) said her facial expression while doing so gave the “strong impression of expressing…

Lee Anderson has been left speechless after a GB News guest leapt to the defence of “intelligent and capable” David Lammy.Discussing the state of Britain’s prison system on his show Lee Anderson’s Real World, the GB News presenter was left with his head in his hands as commentator Benjamin Butterworth praised the Deputy Prime Minister.FULL STORY HERE.

Homeowners attempting to reduce winter energy costs face potential insurance pitfalls that could lead to expensive repair bills.Financial information firm Defaqto has warned that certain cost-cutting strategies could render home insurance policies invalid.Completely turning off heating systems, allowing indoor temperatures to drop below required levels, or skipping essential boiler maintenance could breach policy conditions.These actions particularly risk coverage for water damage from frozen pipes.Angela Pilley, a home insurance expert at Defaqto, said: “Persistently high winter fuel costs are forcing many people to make tough choices about their household budgets.”But a short-term saving, like turning your heating off, can quickly become…

Former Strictly Come Dancing pro James Jordan has shared his thoughts on who should step into the BBC show’s hosting roles exclusively with GB News.The presenting gigs are up for grabs after Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly announced earlier this year that the 2025 series would be their last.In an emotional statement, the pair said it now felt like the “right time” to bid farewell to the long-running dance competition, revealing they’d always agreed to bow out together.And in the weeks since, several big names have been tipped to take over, but there’s two that are head and shoulders above…