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Nigel Farage - What my Reform government would do in its first 100 days
Writing for The Northern Echo, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage sets out what he says his government would do in its first 100 days in power, including pledges on immigration, tax and energy bills.
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Newspaper headlines: Badenoch's 'bonfire of green laws' and 'Drop in global dealmaking'
Monday's front pages include stories about Kemi Badenoch at the start of the Tory conference, plus reports on global finance , abuse in schools and a BBC romance.
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Shorter waiting times for Leeds Bradford Airport passengers - here's why
Once fully operational, the new system will double the airport's current security screening capacity.
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Europe has changed since Britain voted to leave, do we really want to rejoin the EU? - Jayne Dowle
Clamping down on English Channel migrants, easier exports of UK food, drink and cars, freedom of movement for young people, what’s not to like about Andy Burnham’s proposal to move closer to the European Union?
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Artist creates Bradford doodle map mural at primary school
Freelance illustrator Dave Draws has produced a unique mural at Green Lane Primary School, showcasing his renowned doodle maps.
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Long-empty TK Maxx unit set for £5m makeover as new bingo venue approved
Plans for a new £5m bingo venue at Sunderland's The Bridges have been approved, with an early 2027 opening planned.
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'Open for business': Yorkshire firms have 'phenomenal' opportunity to trade with India as tariffs slashed
Yorkshire companies have a "phenomenal” opportunity to do business with India as senior leaders from across the North of England prepare to head to the country for a trade trip, it has been claimed.
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York has the opportunity to lead the way on tackling poverty again - John Hudson
In 1901 Seebohm Rowntree published Poverty: Study of Town Life - a landmark, first-of-its kind study. Based on a meticulous collection of evidence about the living conditions of ordinary households in York, it found around three in ten were living in poverty.
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Iran-US war live: Tehran threatens to keep Hormuz shut until US meets conditions
Iran accused the US of ‘dragging out the process and dictating one-sided demands’
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£15,000 raised to bring County Durham referee killed in Florida 'hit-and-run' home
More than £15,000 has been raised to bring a Seaham man killed in a suspected hit-and-run in Florida home to his family.
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Ball in UK’s court: EU ambassador says Brussels will be ‘ready to engage‘ after country decides what it wants
Jukka Salovaara, who served in London during Cool Britannia era, will be ‘very close’ to negotiations as Burnham government resets relations with EU
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British government ‘complacent about food as a national security matter’
Experts say country does not have plan to feed people in a crisis and is unprepared for future shortages
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High housing and energy costs leave York families struggling, study finds
A new report from the University of York recently revealed hidden poverty in one of the North’s most prosperous cities.
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From hotel suites to virtual reality, museums turn to licensing deals as costs rise
Natural History Museum and British Museum among cultural institutions leveraging collections and exhibitions
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North East business confidence rises to 50 per cent as hiring plans grow
Business confidence in the North East has risen, with firms reporting growing optimism about their trading prospects and plans to expand their workforce.
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Young people are taking up bell-ringing to make connections
Katie Anderson says making music with others is an antidote to screens and scrolling.
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The job interview question you don't have to answer
Experts explain what you should do if you are asked for your current salary during a job interview.
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Andrew Griffith to unveil Tory plans to cut taxes and regulations
Shadow ministers will unveil a series of policies on day two of the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham.
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Male managers blind to gender bias blocking women’s careers says report
Survey finds that four in five managers could not rule out stereotypes and unconscious bias from influencing a young woman’s promotion
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US removes all bombers from RAF Fairford back to home stations
A statement says all bombers deployed to RAF Fairford have been "re-deployed to their home stations" in the US.
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US bombers pulled from RAF Fairford base after suspected terror plot
Aircraft leave Gloucestershire base to return to US following arrest of dual British-Iranian national in central London
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Strikes by North Sea oil workers could ‘severely disrupt’ UK fuel supplies
Union says staff left with no choice but industrial action after breakdown in pay talks with Texas oil firm Apache
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Tories vow to boost economy by cutting safeguards that protect Britain’s countryside
Andrew Griffith’s blueprint would also lower grocery bills by scrapping a ‘polluter pays’ fee on packaging producers
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Major study launched to solve mystery of rising bowel cancer cases in young adults
A quarter of a million people are needed for a new study
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NFL London: 'Money-grab' or celebration? London series begins amid anger over ticket prices
The NFL kicked off this season's series of London games on Sunday but the build-up was overshadowed by anger from long-term fans over ticket prices.
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Anti-migrant protesters gather in seaside town as dinghy arrives in UK
The dinghy was shadowed by French rescue vessels until it entered English waters, where it was met by RNLI boats
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Oil worker strike threatens to severely disrupt Britain’s fuel supply
Average UK diesel prices have topped £2 a litre for the first time and have rocketed in recent months due to the wars in Iran and Ukraine
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Money stolen by scammers hijacking UK social media accounts rises 400%
Many cases involve criminals using other people’s identities to sell fake event tickets to friends and family
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Inquiry probes controversial camera tech linked to mental health patient deaths
The Lampard Inquiry is preparing to determine if emergency interim guidance should be issued regarding the placement of the Oxevision system on hospital wards.
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UK hygiene poverty crisis deepens as millions skip deodorant and toilet roll
Hygiene povert is defined as an inability to afford essential personal care items such as soap, shampoo, deodorant, nappies or washing-up liquid in the past six months
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Children’s books with Black main characters down 8% in a year, study shows
Only 150 of 2,189 titles published in UK for young children last year focused on minority ethnic, disabled or neurodivergent characters
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'Ted Lasso' season 4 episode 10 release date and launch time on Apple TV: when does it come out?
Ted Lasso season 4's final episode will be here in a few days — here's when you can stream it.
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Slim Chickens ramps up expansion with drive-throughs on the menu
The brand is opening its first drive-through in Broughton Shopping Park, north Wales, on October 6.
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Conservatives vow to do ‘whatever it takes’ to build Heathrow third runway
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is said to be maintaining an ‘open mind’ regarding expansion at the nation’s busiest airport
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Nearly all women arriving on small boats have been raped, says Shabana Mahmood
Home secretary warns people traffickers will exploit asylum seekers because they decide who comes to the UK
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How to watch Portugal vs Norway on Virgin Media Play — it's *FREE*
Despite the Cristiano Ronaldo saga, the defending champions are dominating Group A4
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Joust in time… sport makes a comeback
While jousting is recognised among the oldest equestrian sports in the world, with origins dating back to the 10th century, a number of its modern day aficionados are have made a bold move to shake off some of the heritage they say has been holding it back as a 21st century sporting event.
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UK authorities prepare as migrant dinghy heads for south coast from Normandy
Departures from as far west as Normandy have been rare in recent years
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The rarest £1 coins in UK change that sell for up to £60 online
An old round pound struck in 2011 is now fetching up to £60 on online auction sites
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'It’s important to remember them' - families gather to pay tribute to WWII veterans
The families of veterans gathered to honour the memory of wartime airmen who served at a Yorkshire airbase.
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Full list of everyone eligible for a free flu vaccine on the NHS and how to book
NHS flu vaccine is free for eligible people until March 31, 2027. Find out who qualifies and how to book online.
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UK Government addresses fuel shortage fears as diesel tops £2 per litre
Diesel has reached a record price per litre for the first time across the UK.
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How to watch Greece vs Germany: FREE streams, TV channels for Nations League 2026/27
Can Greece pull off unlikely double over the European giants?
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How to watch Greece vs Germany: FREE streams, TV channels for Nations League 2026/27
Can Greece pull off unlikely double over the European giants?
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Nearly six million UK drivers risk £50 fines over common roundabout mistake
Nearly six million UK drivers risk a £50 fine by failing to follow roundabout rules, with more than half making mistakes at mini-roundabouts.
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Jacob Rees-Mogg accuses Tucker Carlson of ‘verging on defending Hitler’
Podcaster could not understand why Britain joined the fight against the Nazis
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How to watch Patriots vs Bills: FREE live streams
All the ways to watch Patriots vs Bills for free online, with Drake Maye and Josh Allen set to star in the 2026 NFL Week 4 game at Highmark Stadium.
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How to watch Patriots vs Bills: FREE live streams
All the ways to watch Patriots vs Bills for free online, with Drake Maye and Josh Allen set to star in the 2026 NFL Week 4 game at Highmark Stadium.
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I don’t need a lecture on women’s safety from Labour, says shadow women’s minister
Exclusive: Shadow women and equalities secretary Joy Morrissey tells The Independent why she refuses to break the link between women’s safety and immigration
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Green Party members pass ‘Zionism is racism’ motion
The motion passed by 1022 votes, with 813 against on Sunday in a move that sets out the party is anti-Zionist
