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Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling will exchange vows on Saturday, June 6th at All Saints Church in Kemble, Cirencester, but there will be some notable absences from the occasion.The private ceremony will take place in the Cotswolds, a region holding deep significance for both the bride and groom. A friend of the couple said: “Peter and Harriet’s wedding is an intimate occasion with their close friends and immediate family around them in the Cotswolds. It’s an area where they grew up and is very special to them both.”The King and Queen, along with the Prince and Princess of Wales, have…

Hundreds of thousands of retirees could be paying far more tax than necessary when accessing their pension savings, experts have warned.Many savers are choosing to cash in their entire pension pots in one go, a move that can push them into higher tax bands and trigger unexpectedly large tax bills.Around 462,160 pension plans were fully withdrawn during the 2024-25 tax year, according to fresh analysis from TPT Retirement Solutions.The pension provider warned that taking a retirement pot as a single lump sum can leave savers handing more money to HMRC than they need to, particularly if withdrawals are not carefully…

Lisa Riley has shared a heartfelt tribute to Alan Rothwell following the Coronation Street legend’s death, hailing him as a true gentleman who blazed a trail for performers from their shared hometown.Mr Rothwell, 89, died peacefully in hospital on Thursday following a brief illness, his family confirmed.The actress posted an emotional message on Instagram, writing: “Dearest Alan, may you shine down from heaven. Rest in peace. “I loved working with you-you put Oldham on the map all those years ago-paved the way for us lot. You were always the truest meaning of [GENTLEMAN].”Alan Rothwell died at 89 | GETTYMs Riley’s…

Looking to stock up your beauty cabinet? No7 has slashed 40% off several of its makeup and skincare products — including serums, creams, mascaras, and more. If you’re not familiar, No7 is a long-standing beauty and skincare brand owned by Boots, best known for its science-backed products. Over the years, it has built a strong reputation for its anti-aging skincare and innovative formulas. In addition to its own online store, No7 products are also available at Boots locations and on the Boots website. However, there are a couple of noteworthy reasons you may want to click “add to basket” on…

Talks continuing after chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox recommended Carrick’s appointment to minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is a strong indicator his installation as Ruben Amorim’s permanent successor is now just a matter of time.Most players have backed Carrick for the job, with the majority of fans also believing the former United and England midfielder has earned the right to be given the role after winning 10 of his 15 Premier League games in charge to secure a place in next season’s Champions League. United need one point from their final two league games to…

A Syrian man has been found guilty of raping a young woman in a portaloo on Bournemouth Beach, after offering her a life home on his E-bike.At Bournemouth Crown Court today, Mohammed Abdullah, 19, was convicted by a jury of two separate allegations, rape and assault by penetration, after three hours of deliberation.Throughout the trial, Abdullah, who gave evidence with the help of an Arabic interpreter, denied all allegations, claiming that what took place was consensual and that he “asked her more than once”.However, Mr Eldridge, prosecuting, told jurors in his closing speech “she did not consent at all,” and…

Sir Keir Starmer has banned 11 foreign speakers from entering the UK ahead of Saturday’s Unite the Kingdom march.The rally, organised by Tommy Robinson, will be attended by around 50,000 participants this weekend.The PM met police chiefs this morning ahead of the major policing operation summoned to cater for a number of busy events across the capital this weekend.But Sir Keir has warned the “violent thugs who spew hatred on our streets” will be hit with the “full force of the law”. So far, 11 individuals, who were described as “foreign far-right agitators”, have been barred from touching down in…

Te Arikinui Kuini Nga Wai hono i te po, New Zealand’s Māori Queen, has held her inaugural meeting with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace since ascending to the throne.The encounter represents a significant moment in the nearly two-century-long relationship between Māori peoples and the British crown.The connection was formally established through the Treaty of Waitangi, which stands as one of New Zealand’s foundational documents.Te Arikinui assumed her role in 2024 following the passing of her father, Kiingi Tuheitia, making this week’s royal audience her first with the British monarch as Queen.Te Arikinui Kuini Nga Wai hono i te po,…

A UK clothing manufacturer is the latest business to close for good, with all its employees laid off in another blow to the economy.Aberdeen-based North East Rig Out has fallen into liquidation after 40 years of business, with the firm’s remaining eight workers having been made redundant.The clothing manufacturer specialised in workwear, school uniforms, and bespoke protective clothing to customers working across multiple sectors in the region.Said sectors include the oil and gas industry based in Aberdeen, engineering, construction, transport and retail. A UK clothing manufacturer is closing down for good | GETTYInsolvency advisory firm MHA has been appointed liquidator…

Jesy Nelson has shared a moving tribute to mark the first birthday of her twin daughters as she continues to campaign for SMA 1 (spinal muscular atrophy) screening following their diagnoses. The former Little Mix star, 34, shared in January that her baby daughters, Ocean Jade and Story Monroe Nelson, had been diagnosed with SMA1, a genetic condition that causes progressive muscle wastage.Ms Nelson has thrown herself into campaigning since then, launching a petition that’s now gathered more than 100,000 signatures calling on the Government to include SMA in the newborn blood spot screening test.Early detection is crucial because treatments…