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Joel Dommett hails huge shows in running for National Television Awards

Comedian Joel Dommett has described the National Television Awards (NTAs) as the “best night in talent” and said he cannot wait to meet the nominated stars of “unbelievable show” Adolescence.

Firefighters tackle blaze at BBCs former HQ Television Centre

Dozens of firefighters are battling a blaze at the old BBC Television Centre in London’s White City.

Ministers warned of strike threat in NHS worker transfers dispute

The health service could be hit by strikes in the autumn unless plans that could see thousands of workers transferred out of the NHS are halted, a union has warned.

Parents were feeling the pinch ahead of back to school season survey finds

Working-age parents’ concerns about food costs have increased to levels not seen since autumn 2022, when inflation was in double figures, according to Which?

William and Kate pay personal tribute to Duchess of Kent after death aged 92

The Prince and Princess of Wales have paid a personal tribute to the Duchess of Kent, praising her for working “tirelessly to help others” and describing her as a “much missed member of the family”.

Angela Rayner quits Government after standards probe into tax affairs

Angela Rayner has resigned from Government after Sir Keir Starmer’s ethics adviser found she had breached the ministerial code over her underpayment of stamp duty on a seaside flat.

England forward Alessia Russo signs new long term deal with Arsenal

Alessia Russo has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal, the club have announced.

Almost 100 drink drivers caught every day figures suggest

An average of nearly 100 drivers a day were caught drink-driving in the past three years, new figures show.

Artificial pancreas to be given to women with diabetes to cut pregnancy risks

Pregnant women with type 1 diabetes in England are to be given a special artificial pancreas to reduce the risk of stillbirth and miscarriage.

Reform UK supporters are increasingly mainstream poll indicates

Reform UK’s base is becoming increasingly mainstream as the party attracts new support, polls published before the party’s annual conference show.