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Beatles painting by John Lennon’s college friend goes on display

Beatles painting by John Lennon’s college friend goes on display

Beatles painting by John Lennon’s college friend goes on display

30 September 2021

The painting was unveiled by Lennon’s sister Julia Baird at the Liverpool Beatles Museum.


Virgin Money closures spark ‘serious concerns’ as UK bank branches dwindle

Virgin Money closures spark ‘serious concerns’ as UK bank branches dwindle

Virgin Money closures spark ‘serious concerns’ as UK bank branches dwindle

30 September 2021

HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group, TSB and the Co-operative Bank are among others to shut branches since the start of the pandemic.


Government accused of trying to save face with new funding as UC cut hits

Government accused of trying to save face with new funding as UC cut hits

Government accused of trying to save face with new funding as UC cut hits

30 September 2021

Ministers announced a £500 million fund for vulnerable families but charities said it is a fraction of what is needed.


Law must be tightened following Sarah Everard murder – Starmer

Law must be tightened following Sarah Everard murder – Starmer

Law must be tightened following Sarah Everard murder – Starmer

30 September 2021

The Labour leader said his party will co-operate with the Government on new legislation.


H&M profits jump amid store footfall recovery

H&M profits jump amid store footfall recovery

H&M profits jump amid store footfall recovery

30 September 2021

It reported a pre-tax profit of 6.1 billion Swedish krona (£520 million) for the quarter to August 31 against the same period last year.


Man admits attempted murder over knives, scissors and boiling water attack

Man admits attempted murder over knives, scissors and boiling water attack

Man admits attempted murder over knives, scissors and boiling water attack

30 September 2021

Dylan Rigby pleaded guilty to attacking a teenage soldier during a two-hour ordeal at an Edinburgh flat.


Wayne Couzens too ashamed to look at family of Sarah Everard, court told

Wayne Couzens too ashamed to look at family of Sarah Everard, court told

Wayne Couzens too ashamed to look at family of Sarah Everard, court told

30 September 2021

The former policeman is being sentenced for kidnap, rape and murder.


Families of Killamarsh victims tell of ‘indescribable pain’

Families of Killamarsh victims tell of ‘indescribable pain’

Families of Killamarsh victims tell of ‘indescribable pain’

30 September 2021

A mother and three children were found dead on September 19 and a man has been charged with their murders.


Fears for public safety amid failures by Greater Manchester Police – watchdog

Fears for public safety amid failures by Greater Manchester Police – watchdog

Fears for public safety amid failures by Greater Manchester Police – watchdog

30 September 2021

Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services published its inspection findings on Thursday.


David Tennant to play Alexander Litvinenko in new ITV drama

David Tennant to play Alexander Litvinenko in new ITV drama

David Tennant to play Alexander Litvinenko in new ITV drama

30 September 2021

The programme has been written by George Kay and executive produced by Patrick Spence.


Man accused of ‘predatory’ murder of Sabina Nessa in court

Man accused of ‘predatory’ murder of Sabina Nessa in court

Man accused of ‘predatory’ murder of Sabina Nessa in court

30 September 2021

The teacher, 28, was killed on her way to meet a friend on September 17.


Lord Rothermere given extension to Daily Mail takeover plans

Lord Rothermere given extension to Daily Mail takeover plans

Lord Rothermere given extension to Daily Mail takeover plans

30 September 2021

The newspaper tycoon is still negotiating with pension trustees over how much they will receive from any deal to take the group private.


Labour ready to present an alternative government, says Starmer

Labour ready to present an alternative government, says Starmer

Labour ready to present an alternative government, says Starmer

30 September 2021

The party leader urged supporters to embrace the legacy of ‘three-times winner’ Tony Blair.


Wales’ national museum launches Windrush exhibition

Wales’ national museum launches Windrush exhibition

Wales’ national museum launches Windrush exhibition

30 September 2021

The stories of Windrush families and their descendants will feature at St Fagans, in Cardiff.


Charity running trio aim to set four-legged world record at London Marathon

Charity running trio aim to set four-legged world record at London Marathon

Charity running trio aim to set four-legged world record at London Marathon

30 September 2021

Brothers Michael and Andrew Pelton and their friend Niall Cooper will be tied together at the ankles for Sunday’s run.


Job losses expected as furlough scheme ends

Job losses expected as furlough scheme ends

Job losses expected as furlough scheme ends

30 September 2021

Economists have warned that there is likely to be a rise in unemployment due to new redundancies when the support ends.


Virgin Money to close 31 branches

Virgin Money to close 31 branches

Virgin Money to close 31 branches

30 September 2021

The bank said it will lead to around 112 job losses.


Eighth day of climate protests on M25

Eighth day of climate protests on M25

Eighth day of climate protests on M25

30 September 2021

Insulate Britain supporters glued their hands to the ground on Junction 30 at Thurrock in Essex.


Annual house price growth in double digits for fifth month in a row

Annual house price growth in double digits for fifth month in a row

Annual house price growth in double digits for fifth month in a row

30 September 2021

A 20% deposit on a typical first-time buyer home is now around 113% of gross income, marking a record high, Nationwide Building Society said.


UK economic rebound stronger than first thought in second quarter

UK economic rebound stronger than first thought in second quarter

UK economic rebound stronger than first thought in second quarter

30 September 2021

The ONS said gross domestic product increased by 5.5% between April and June after being revised up from the initial estimate of 4.8%.


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