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Police Assaulted As Thousands Of Tommy Robinson Protesters Descend On London

Police officers have been assaulted as they clashed with protesters at a “freedom of speech” festival led by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, Scotland Yard said..

Nine Suspended As Probe Launched Into Behaviour Of Charing Cross Police Officers

Nine people based at Charing Cross police station have been suspended by the Metropolitan Police as an investigation was launched into allegations including excessive use of force and making discriminatory and misogynistic comments..

Great Britain Breeze Through Mixed Relay Heat To Seal Place In Final

Yemi Mary John’s brilliant anchor leg booked Great Britain a place in Saturday evening’s 4x400m mixed relay finals as the World Athletics Championships got underway in Tokyo..

First Official Photo Of New Strictly Come Dancing Contestants Released

The first photo of the new cast of Strictly Come Dancing contestants has been released, with all 15 dressed up and ready to hit the dancefloor..

Governments Justice Reform Bill Will Be A Sham Without Changes Warn Tories

The Government’s flagship justice reform Bill risks being a “sham” if changes are not made, the Scottish Conservatives have warned..

Suspect In Charlie Kirks Killing Had Become More Political Authorities Say

The man accused in the Charlie Kirk assassination had earlier expressed to family his opposition to the viewpoints of the conservative activist, authorities said..

EV Chargers At Supermarkets Up By A Third In 18 Months

The number of electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints at UK supermarkets has increased by a third (34%) since the start of last year, according to new research..

Improving GP Access Top Priority For The Public Poll

The Government’s flagship NHS policy is not a top priority for the general public, a new poll suggests..

One In Five Struggled To Pay Water Bill In Last Year Citizens Advice

Almost one in five households struggled to pay their water bill in the last year, Citizens Advice has said..

Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Criminal Damage And Arson After Fire At MPs Office

A man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and arson after a major fire wrecked a Labour MP’s constituency office..

Chelsea Face 74 Charges For Alleged Breaches Of FAs Agent Regulations

Chelsea have been hit with 74 charges related to alleged breaches of agent regulations by the Football Association..

Keir Starmer Sacks Lord Mandelson As Ambassador To US Over Epstein Friendship

Lord Peter Mandelson has been withdrawn as ambassador to the US after emails revealed the depth of his relationship with paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein..