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The pound has hit a record low – What will it mean for Britons?

The pound has hit a record low – What will it mean for Britons?

The pound has hit a record low – What will it mean for Britons?

26 September 2022

Sterling slid to its lowest against the US dollar on record after traders swallowed the impact of the Chancellor’s tax cut plans.


Pound falls to all-time low against US dollar amid fears over UK tax cut plans

Pound falls to all-time low against US dollar amid fears over UK tax cut plans

Pound falls to all-time low against US dollar amid fears over UK tax cut plans

26 September 2022

Sterling hit its lowest level against the dollar since decimalisation in 1971, falling by more than 4% to just 1.03 dollars in early Asia trading.


Hunted stars scale Britain’s highest peaks to raise £50,000 for cancer treatment

Hunted stars scale Britain’s highest peaks to raise £50,000 for cancer treatment

Hunted stars scale Britain’s highest peaks to raise £50,000 for cancer treatment

26 September 2022

The money raised will fund cancer care for hunter George Rhoden’s wife Dawn, who is battling advanced pancreatic cancer.


Preserving lower prices more important than short-term profit, says Aldi boss

Preserving lower prices more important than short-term profit, says Aldi boss

Preserving lower prices more important than short-term profit, says Aldi boss

26 September 2022

The comments came as the supermarket chain saw profits slump significantly last year after the firm witnessed rising costs and invested in pricing.


Anchor discovered during offshore wind farm work may date from Roman times

Anchor discovered during offshore wind farm work may date from Roman times

Anchor discovered during offshore wind farm work may date from Roman times

26 September 2022

The wrought iron artefact was discovered during a seabed survey off the coast of Suffolk.


Pharmacist hopes to beat world record at London Marathon dressed as a tree

Pharmacist hopes to beat world record at London Marathon dressed as a tree

Pharmacist hopes to beat world record at London Marathon dressed as a tree

26 September 2022

Rob Duncombe, chief pharmacist at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, is to take on the running event dressed as an oak tree.


Food bank interest surges with 250% increase in online searches: Labour analysis

Food bank interest surges with 250% increase in online searches: Labour analysis

Food bank interest surges with 250% increase in online searches: Labour analysis

26 September 2022

Ahead of his conference party speech, shadow work and pensions secretary Jonathan Ashworth visited the Big Help community group in Liverpool.


Two teenagers to face court charged with murder after death of Khayri McLean

Two teenagers to face court charged with murder after death of Khayri McLean

Two teenagers to face court charged with murder after death of Khayri McLean

26 September 2022

Khayri, who was 15, died in hospital following an attack near the entrance of North Huddersfield Trust School in Woodhouse Hill.


Pound falls to all-time low as Kwasi Kwarteng hints further tax cuts on way

Pound falls to all-time low as Kwasi Kwarteng hints further tax cuts on way

Pound falls to all-time low as Kwasi Kwarteng hints further tax cuts on way

26 September 2022

The Chancellor has previously brushed off questions about the markets’ reaction to his mini-budget.


What the papers say – September 26

What the papers say – September 26

What the papers say – September 26

26 September 2022

The papers lead with strategies to stimulate the UK’s economy and the threat of nuclear war in Ukraine.


Frozen embryo transfers ‘linked to higher blood pressure problems in pregnancy’

Frozen embryo transfers ‘linked to higher blood pressure problems in pregnancy’

Frozen embryo transfers ‘linked to higher blood pressure problems in pregnancy’

26 September 2022

Fresh embryo transfers do not appear to show the same risks.


Ex-England star Neville due at conference as Labour sets out investment plan

Ex-England star Neville due at conference as Labour sets out investment plan

Ex-England star Neville due at conference as Labour sets out investment plan

25 September 2022

Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves has the main speech but Gary Neville will be the star attraction at the Liverpool conference.


HMS Queen Elizabeth anchors in New York as Truss plans to strengthen UK-US bond

HMS Queen Elizabeth anchors in New York as Truss plans to strengthen UK-US bond

HMS Queen Elizabeth anchors in New York as Truss plans to strengthen UK-US bond

25 September 2022

The Royal Navy’s flagship dropped anchor within sight of the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbour on Sunday.


Labour to commit to tougher rules and enforcement on water companies

Labour to commit to tougher rules and enforcement on water companies

Labour to commit to tougher rules and enforcement on water companies

25 September 2022

Jim McMahon is expected to say his plans will ‘ensure running England’s water becomes a responsibility, not a cash machine’.


Parliament watchdog drops probe into Chris Pincher groping claims – reports

Parliament watchdog drops probe into Chris Pincher groping claims – reports

Parliament watchdog drops probe into Chris Pincher groping claims – reports

25 September 2022

He resigned as deputy chief whip after allegedly assaulting two people at a private members’ club in June.


Man arrested at airport on suspicion of attempted murder after four hit by car

Man arrested at airport on suspicion of attempted murder after four hit by car

Man arrested at airport on suspicion of attempted murder after four hit by car

25 September 2022

The driver of the car did not stop at the scene, police said.


Two teenagers charged with murder after death of Khayri McLean

Two teenagers charged with murder after death of Khayri McLean

Two teenagers charged with murder after death of Khayri McLean

25 September 2022

The teenagers, who are both from Huddersfield, have been remanded in custody.


Weather predicted to turn autumnal for UK in coming week

Weather predicted to turn autumnal for UK in coming week

Weather predicted to turn autumnal for UK in coming week

25 September 2022

Rain, sunny spells and blustery winds are all predicted.


Protesters clash with police outside Iranian embassy in London

Protesters clash with police outside Iranian embassy in London

Protesters clash with police outside Iranian embassy in London

25 September 2022

Angry protesters could be seen shouting and pushing against officers who had formed a line in front of the embassy.


Ukrainian ambassador pleas for continued ‘patience’ from refugee hosts

Ukrainian ambassador pleas for continued ‘patience’ from refugee hosts

Ukrainian ambassador pleas for continued ‘patience’ from refugee hosts

25 September 2022

Vadym Prystaiko said Ukraine needs ‘much more’ help from the UK as the country fights back against Moscow’s invasion.


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