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Andy Burnham has effectively been confirmed as the new Labour leader with 349 of the party’s MPs having now nominated him to replace Sir Keir Starmer.After a second day of nominations, the MP for Makerfield received the support of a further 27 Labour MPs – putting him on track to become prime minister on 20 July, with it now mathematically impossible for a rival to run against him.He still requires the backing of three organisations affiliated to the Labour Party, at least two of which must be trade unions, although this is expected to be a formality.The former mayor of…

This is a painful case of deja vu for Newcastle.It was just a few weeks ago that the club lost out on another top target, Victor Munoz, who opted to join Liverpool.Talent identification is clearly not the issue.Newcastle have targeted Manzambi, Munoz, Hugo Ekitike, Joao Pedro, Benjamin Sesko and James Trafford in the last 12 months.But losing out to Aston Villa for a top target would be another real setback in the transfer market for Newcastle.If Newcastle miss out, the big question is can the club discreetly pivot to another promising target, as they did with Bazoumana Toure after Munoz…

Wales hooker Kelsey Jones has joined Sale Sharks ahead of the 2026-2027 season.The 28-year-old left Gloucester-Hartpury this summer after eight years, having made 69 appearances and scoring 25 tries.Jones will link up with fellow Wales front row Gwenllian Pyrs, with whom she started every game of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations.She is the fourth Gloucester-Hartpury player to swap Kingsholm for the Morson Stadium, following the signings of Red Roses Zoe Stratford, Sarah Beckett and Tatyana Heard.Jones has been first choice hooker under Wales head coach Sean Lynn and has made 57 appearances for her country since making her debut in…

An ‘open-door’ church in Cornwall was forced to shut after it was vandalised in a vile attack.St Peter’s Church, in Mevagissey, near St Austell has an open policy, meaning any member of the public can enter and enjoy the interior of the building. However, the church was vandalised sometime between Wednesday, July 8, in the afternoon, and mid-morning on Thursday, July 9.One local councillor has called it an “appalling” act, saying he hopes whoever did it is “brought to justice”.A spokesman for St Peter’s said: “Our church which we leave open for the community and visitors to enjoy has, between…

Robert Jenrick has launched a scathing attack on Shabana Mahmood after offering a meeting to Nigel Farage over his security.Speaking to GB News, the Reform UK MP criticised the Home Secretary’s “appalling dereliction of duty” after previously cutting the Reform leader’s security.Confirming her offer to meet with Mr Farage today, Ms Mahmood told MPs: “I recognise the particular concern that the Reform Party will feel today, and of course Nigel Farage, the party’s leader.”I’m happy to offer a meeting for Mr Farage with the chair of Ravec (Royal and VIP Executive Committee), the independent body within the Home Office that…

The Norway football squad have had their meeting with the Royal Family delayed after they exited the Fifa World Cup on Saturday.Erling Haaland and his teammates had been due to meet with King Harald, Crown Prince Haakon, Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus at the Royal Palace at around 6pm.Their flight, departing from Florida, was delayed by two hours, pushing back the royal rendezvous to 8pm instead.The squad head home with their head held high after reaching the nation’s first-ever World Cup quarter-final, where they fell short against a spirited England side.But Norway’s historic achievements at this World Cup…

Britain’s energy suppliers are offering free fans, bill support and debt relief to help households cope with soaring temperatures during the current heatwave.Several major providers have launched or highlighted schemes designed to help customers stay cool while managing higher electricity costs from running fans and other cooling appliances.EDF, British Gas, E.ON and Octopus Energy are among the suppliers providing support, with assistance ranging from free cooling equipment worth up to £100 to grants that could clear up to £2,000 of energy debt.EDF is offering Heatwave Relief Packs to up to 10,000 eligible customers through a scheme designed to help vulnerable…

West End performer Tom Francis has emerged as an unexpected challenger in the race to portray the next James Bond, with bookmakers now positioning him as the second most likely candidate at odds of 10/3.The 27-year-old theatre star trails only Callum Turner, who maintains his position at the front of the pack with 6/4 odds.Mr Turner’s implied probability of securing the iconic MI6 role stands at approximately 40 per cent, though Mr Francis’s sudden rise has intensified competition for the coveted part.Oddschecker spokesman Chris Rogers stated: “West End protagonist Tom Francis has emerged as a surprise leading contender in the…

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