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PA MediaReform UK leader Nigel Farage’s publicly-funded security detail has been cut by 75%, the party’s head of policy has claimed.Zia Yusuf said the decision had been taken two weeks ago by parliamentary officials for “inexplicable reasons”, with party donors stepping in to “ensure that his security is shored up”.The Commons authorities said they do not comment on individual cases, but a “rigorous” process was in place to assess arrangements for MPs.It comes amid an escalating war of words between Reform and Sir Keir Starmer over Labour attacks on Farage during its party conference in Liverpool. Speaking to the ,…
Newcastle United defender Tino Livramento is set to be out for between six and eight weeks after suffering a knee injury in Sunday’s defeat by Arsenal.The full-back will miss England’s internationals against Wales on 9 October and Latvia on 14 October, as well as the World Cup qualifiers against Serbia and Albania next month.Livramento was stretchered off the field after landing awkwardly in his side’s 2-1 defeat at St James’ Park.The 22-year-old previously suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury during his time at Southampton, in 2022, and Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe said it was “really distressing” to see him…
A man has been told by a council he would need to fork out almost £4,000 to investigate a dispute over his neighbour’s hedgerow.Daniel Laws, from Bournemouth in Dorset, said he had asked his neighbour to trim back the 16ft-high hedge after claiming it blocked sunlight from reaching his garden.The 46-year-old, who has lived in the property since 2017, however claims his request was “ignored”.He then decided to contact Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council in hopes of resolving the dispute.However, Mr Laws says he has “effectively been priced out” after the local authority quoted him £3,800 to look into…
Martin Daubney has accused Sir Keir Starmer of “backing the wrong horse” after the Prime Minister linked the small boats crisis to Brexit.Speaking on GB News, Martin said the Prime Minister “hasn’t done his homework” as he unveiled figures showing how deportations collapsed under the EU’s Dublin Regulation while arrivals soared.The dismantling of Mr Starmer’s argument comes as he blamed Nigel Farage for Britain’s migrant crisis, describing small boats crossing the Channel as “Farage boats” in a sit-down interview with GB News Political Editor Christopher Hope.It appears the Prime Minister was talking about the EU-wide Dublin Convention, a rule that…
Prince Harry has publicly dragged Princess Kate and Prince William into his legal fight against the Daily Mail publisher, amid their royal feud.The Duke of Sussex has claimed private investigators spied on the Prince of Wales, according to new details submitted to the High Court. Lawyers for the Duke produced invoices allegedly showing surveillance around William’s 21st birthday party and phone data linked to Catherine Middleton, the Princess of Wales’s maiden name.The filings risk inflaming tensions within the Royal Family as Harry pursues his case against Associated Newspapers.Prince Harry publicly drags Princess Kate and Prince William into legal fight amid…
Young workers could accumulate an additional £26,000 for their retirement by making monthly pension contributions comparable to a Netflix subscription fee, according to fresh research from Standard Life.The financial services company’s analysis reveals that Generation Z employees who marginally increase their pension payments during the current Pension Engagement Season could substantially improve their financial prospects in later life.The study demonstrates that workers beginning their careers at 22 years old with a £25,000 salary could transform their retirement savings through minimal adjustments to their contribution rates, without significantly impacting their current lifestyle or spending habits.Notably, the power of compound investment growth…
BBC viewers have been left up in arms following Tuesday evening’s show as Victoria Derbyshire welcomed independent MP, Diane Abbott, singer Billy Bragg, and Palantir boss Louis Mosley to the programme.On the agenda was inevitably the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool following Sir Keir Starmer’s appearance on the main stage on Tuesday. BBC Newsnight: Diane Abbott joined Victoria Derbyshire’s panel on Tuesday night | BBCNow, it’s independent MP Ms Abbott who’s facing backlash for her comments about Mr Farage while appearing on the BBC show.Speaking to host Ms Derbyshire about the threat Mr Farage poses to Mr Starmer, Ms Abbott…
Drivers are being urged to ensure they are making savings when charging their electric vehicles as the nation’s energy regulator hikes prices.From today, Wednesday, October 1, Ofgem will raise the cost of the energy price cap, which will remain in place until December 31, 2025.For the next three months, the energy price cap will be set at £1,755 per year for a typical household that pays for electricity and gas by Direct Debit.Despite the ongoing pressure of the cost of living crisis, the energy price cap has seen a two per cent hike since the cap was set between July…
Toy maker Jellycat is planning to pay its owners £110m in dividends after it more than doubled its annual profit in 2024.From eggs with sad faces to smiling peanuts, the Jellycat craze has made a big impact on the toy industry.Its viral cuddly toys are sold all over the world and made the company a before-tax profit of £139m in 2024, up from £67m the previous year.Chief executive, Arnaud Meysselle, said Jellycat was “humbled” by its growth and will continue to “bring more characters to life”.Jellycat founder and chairman Thomas Gatacre said: “Our mission is simple: to create joy and…
The British heavyweight belt has a storied history, with past holders including Henry Cooper, Lennox Lewis, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.As the two fighters made their way to the stage a large screen at the news conference displayed images of those four British heavyweight greats.”It’s big, it’s prime-time, baby. It’s a special moment. I want to be a part of the history. I want my picture to be up there,” TKV said.The pair had previously exchanged words over social media but both talked about how the rivalry has softened over time.”They once asked him what he thought of me and…