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• Burnham’s Israel sanctions plan could risk national security, senior Tory warns

  05-09-2026 23:47 via standard.co.uk
  
  Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband this week said the UK would ‘reset’ its policy on Israel.
  
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• Broadcasting greats remembered at Chris Hoy fundraising cycle ride

  06-09-2026 18:36 via standard.co.uk
  
  The event is raising money for several cancer charities.
  
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• London basks in autumn sun as capital nears 28C in warm spell

  06-09-2026 17:52 via standard.co.uk
  
  Parts of London reached 27.9C on Sunday afternoon as hot and humid air from Europe reached the capital
  
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• University of St Andrews students take part in traditional pier walk

  06-09-2026 17:32 via standard.co.uk
  
  The walk is one of the oldest traditions at the university.
  
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• Jamaican politician: Why not seek reparations if UK paid slave debt until 2015?

  06-09-2026 16:57 via standard.co.uk
  
  Olivia Grange said past payments raised the question of why Jamaica should not now seek a remedy.
  
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• Diana memorial fountain shut for entire summer due to technical fault

  06-09-2026 16:34 via standard.co.uk
  
  The closure comes due to a mechanical breakdown in the pump, followed by a failure with system software that prevented the water supply from being restored
  
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• Swinney can’t give ‘specific figure’ on NHS job losses under planned reforms

  06-09-2026 16:30 via standard.co.uk
  
  The First Minister announced proposed changes to health boards in his Programme for Government.
  
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• Richard Osman ‘accidentally reveals secret Celebrity Traitors series two launch date’

  06-09-2026 15:26 via standard.co.uk
  
  During a live edition on Saturday of The Rest Is Entertainment podcast, the TV host said the new series of the BBC reality gameshow would begin on September 23
  
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• Two Met Police officers arrested over sex assault allegations during 'boozy party' abroad

  06-09-2026 15:17 via standard.co.uk
  
  Two make constables have been arrested last week for sexual assault and assault following an alcohol-fuelled evening in Budapest
  
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• Minister accuses Reform's Zia Yusuf of 'straightforward racism' over remark about London by-election contender

  06-09-2026 13:49 via standard.co.uk
  
  Reform’s home affairs spokesman was criticised for a tweet about Sagal Abdi-Wali, a former child refugee from Somalia and the leader of Camden council
  
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• Minister says no bailout for Jaguar Land Rover amid job cut reports

  06-09-2026 13:26 via standard.co.uk
  
  The firm is expected to formally announce a major redundancy programme on Monday.
  
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• Andy Burnham joins King and Queen at church service in Scotland

  06-09-2026 13:21 via standard.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister joined Charles and Camilla at the service held at Crathie Kirk in north-east Scotland.
  
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• ‘Boohoo’: Jenrick mocks protester after clip of Reform UK audience pulling hair

  06-09-2026 12:44 via standard.co.uk
  
  Mr Jenrick said protesters should ‘get a life’ after he was asked about the removal of activists from the Reform conference.
  
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• Politicians condemn anti-illegal migrant protests which blocked Port of Dover

  06-09-2026 12:32 via standard.co.uk
  
  A Cabinet Minister and Reform UK’s economic spokesman have condemned protests which saw hundreds of masked, black-clad men descend on Dover.
  
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• ‘Boohoo’: Jenrick mocks protester after clip shows Reform audience pulling hair

  06-09-2026 12:13 via standard.co.uk
  
  Mr Jenrick said protesters should ‘get a life’ after he was asked about the removal of activists from the Reform conference.
  
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• Richard Osman ‘accidentally reveals Celebrity Traitors series two launch date’

  06-09-2026 11:56 via standard.co.uk
  
  The BBC has been contacted for comment.
  
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• Police response to Dover anti-migrant protest to be scrutinised as MPs condemn masked men who blocked roads

  06-09-2026 11:56 via standard.co.uk
  
  Daniel Thomas, an associate of far right activist Tommy Robinson, has appeared to claim credit for the action
  
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• Woman who gave away half of £115m lottery prize says it’s human nature to help

  06-09-2026 11:33 via standard.co.uk
  
  Frances Connolly’s PFC Trust funds good causes in the North East of England.
  
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• Growth can't be reserved for London and big cities warns Chancellor as capital set to face tax rises

  06-09-2026 10:42 via standard.co.uk
  
  In a major speech on Monday, Chancellor John Healey will outline plans aimed at driving long-term development across the country
  
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• Train services resume after fire causes major disruption between Heathrow and Paddington

  06-09-2026 08:48 via standard.co.uk
  
  The grass fire near a train track resulted in cancellations and delays between Paddington and Reading on Saturday
  
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• West London council left disabled man without necessary therapies for 14 months

  06-09-2026 07:01 via standard.co.uk
  
  The Ombudsman issued a number of actions that Ealing council must take to remedy the situation
  
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• Heathrow Airport train services resume after trackside fire disruption

  06-09-2026 06:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  There were severe delays and cancellations on Saturday, with no trains between central London and the airport.
  
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• Farage says Reform is ready to tackle small boats, after conference donation row

  06-09-2026 01:01 via standard.co.uk
  
  A report by Channel 4 News showed senior Reform figures discussing how to disguise donations from foreign sources.
  
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• Broadcasting greats to be remembered at Chris Hoy fundraising cycle ride

  06-09-2026 01:01 via standard.co.uk
  
  The event is raising money for several cancer charities.
  
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• Business Secretary to meet Jaguar Land Rover bosses amid job cut reports

  05-09-2026 23:37 via standard.co.uk
  
  Jonathan Reynolds has spoken to JLR chief executive PB Balaji and will meet the firm’s leadership team early next week.
  
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• William to represent Charles at funeral of King Harald of Norway

  05-09-2026 23:00 via standard.co.uk
  
  The prince will travel to Oslo to attend the service on September 9, alongside the Princess Royal, who is godmother to the new king Haakon VIII.
  
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• Prem Rugby Cup: Wins for Bears, Sarries and Quins

  05-09-2026 20:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bristol, Saracens and Harlequins all claim wins to begin their Prem Rugby Cup campaigns.
  
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• Fulham booed off after third defeat in a row

  05-09-2026 20:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Fulham arebooed off by some supporters following the 3-2 Premier League defeat by Crystal Palace at Craven Cottage.
  
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• 'Not Football Manager' - De Zerbi says misfiring Spurs need time

  05-09-2026 19:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Tottenham have failed to score in their opening three Premier League games and manager Roberto de Zerbi says it will take time to build his expensive squad into a team.
  
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• Lamborghini seized by police after speeding reports

  05-09-2026 19:34 via standard.co.uk
  
  Essex Police officers seized the supercar under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002.
  
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