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Burnham appoints Phillipson as Labour Party chair
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Burnham appoints Phillipson as Labour Party chair

It'll be delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.Related topicsLucy PowellAndy BurnhamBridget PhillipsonLabour Party

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Why attachment theory is everywhere right now and how it can help you
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Why attachment theory is everywhere right now and how it can help you

Why attachment theory is everywhere right now and how it can help youImage source, Lizzy SmithImage caption, Lizzy…

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Fourth heatwave grips parts of UK with 35C forecast
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Fourth heatwave grips parts of UK with 35C forecast

Heat health alerts issuedJuly 2026 has been notably hot. What you need to know Published4 days agoSecond half of…

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Hundreds of thousands of women get morning-after pill via free pharmacy service
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Hundreds of thousands of women get morning-after pill via free pharmacy service

It usually has to be taken within three to five days of having unprotected sex. Women could also access it privately,…

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The Papers: 'Race against time' and 'We've lost a Goodie'
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The Papers: 'Race against time' and 'We've lost a Goodie'

'Race against time' and 'We've lost a Goodie'Published24 minutes agoImage caption, Wildfires raging through France and…

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New technical education routes to be offered at 14 in England
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New technical education routes to be offered at 14 in England

"I know the PM recognises this and my final report will outline the further changes that are needed."But Laura Trott,…

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Love Island UK crowns winners of twist-filled series
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Love Island UK crowns winners of twist-filled series

Talking to Maya ahead of the reveal during the live final, 28-year-old Lorenzo said he had "never met someone who…

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Evacuated residents fear homes built on former mines could be demolished
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Evacuated residents fear homes built on former mines could be demolished

Evacuated residents fear homes built on former mines could be demolishedImage caption, Aaron Anderson and his family…

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Fit schools, hospitals and new homes with air con, say Lib Dems
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Fit schools, hospitals and new homes with air con, say Lib Dems

Farron said forms of air cooling systems should be installed without adding "to the climate crisis", pointing to the…

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Reform UK reporting Green leader Zack Polanski to police over Instagram post
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Reform UK reporting Green leader Zack Polanski to police over Instagram post

He unequivocally does not support this type of dangerous message."The Reform UK leader, Nigel Farage, criticised…

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Funeral director who left people unburied breached families' trust 'on industrial scale', court hears
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Funeral director who left people unburied breached families' trust 'on industrial scale', court hears

He said his mother Muriel Winning died from cancer in July 2023 and he was given ashes by Bush, which he placed on his…

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Protester who climbed Big Ben tower sentenced
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Protester who climbed Big Ben tower sentenced

Daniel Day's actions triggered an emergency service response and caused road closures when he scaled the Elizabeth…

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Bill Oddie: Comedian who found nature a welcome refuge from mental illness
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Bill Oddie: Comedian who found nature a welcome refuge from mental illness

However, his father Harry had made good, moved to Birmingham and worked as an accountant at the Midlands Electricity…

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'Cruel' carer jailed for abuse yelled 'I hope you die' at 81-year-old victim
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'Cruel' carer jailed for abuse yelled 'I hope you die' at 81-year-old victim

I checked everything with her - she was trained on dementia, manual handling, incontinence. I'll never get my head…

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Teen denies record Channel migrant dinghy crossing
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Teen denies record Channel migrant dinghy crossing

In June, two men were the first to be jailed for the crime, each receiving sentences of more than two years.The…

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Teenager found guilty of murdering drug dealer
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Teenager found guilty of murdering drug dealer

Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630.Related topicsGloucestershireCheltenhamMore on…

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Teens in court accused of murder after stabbing
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Teens in court accused of murder after stabbing

Specially trained officers are supporting his family.Gardener added: "Our thoughts remain with the victim's family at…

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Carer who took 'demeaning' videos of dementia patients sentenced
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Carer who took 'demeaning' videos of dementia patients sentenced

The 28-year-old from Cathedral View in Armagh, was working at the Bluestone Unit of Craigavon Area Hospital in 2023…

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Man guilty of attempted murder after stabbing ex-partner and sparking manhunt
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Man guilty of attempted murder after stabbing ex-partner and sparking manhunt

Man guilty of attempted murder after stabbing ex-partner and sparking manhuntImage source, Dyfed Powys PoliceImage…

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Two women dead after diving trip at Scottish loch
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Two women dead after diving trip at Scottish loch

Please refresh the page for the fullest version.You can receive Breaking News on a smartphone or tablet via the BBC…

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Charli XCX photo purchased by National Portrait Gallery
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Charli XCX photo purchased by National Portrait Gallery

The purchase was funded by a gift from the Bukhman Foundation.Praising the portrait, the gallery's senior curator…

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Man jailed for abduction and rape of girl, 15, in Edinburgh basement
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Man jailed for abduction and rape of girl, 15, in Edinburgh basement

Man jailed for abduction and rape of girl, 15, in Edinburgh basementImage caption, Strachan led the teenager to a…

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TV presenter and comedian Bill Oddie dies at 85
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TV presenter and comedian Bill Oddie dies at 85

Instead he encouraged us to respect and protect the environment."Image caption, Oddie (centre) was one of The Goodies…

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Businessman and philanthropist Sir Ian Wood dies aged 84
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Businessman and philanthropist Sir Ian Wood dies aged 84

Businessman and philanthropist Sir Ian Wood dies aged 84Image source, The Wood FoundationPublished8 minutes agoThe…

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Man and woman die after being pulled from sea
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Man and woman die after being pulled from sea

"Our thoughts are with them at this extremely difficult time," the police added.Follow BBC Cornwall on X, external,…

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Jaxon, 5, praised for calling 999 for injured mum
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Jaxon, 5, praised for calling 999 for injured mum

Jaxon, 5, praised for calling 999 for injured mumImage source, West Midlands PoliceImage caption, Jaxon, 5, called for…

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Beach tragedy family backs calls for safety review
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Beach tragedy family backs calls for safety review

"We wish to thank the members of the local community who responded to our calls for help for their extraordinary…

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Funeral boss who lied about burying dad has shown no remorse, victim says
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Funeral boss who lied about burying dad has shown no remorse, victim says

One of the bodies had been there for a year.Former funeral director Robert Bush, 48, of Otley, West Yorkshire, will…

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Our exclusive behind-the-scenes access at No 10 as Andy Burnham became PM
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Our exclusive behind-the-scenes access at No 10 as Andy Burnham became PM

They stretched up the long corridor all the way to the door of the Cabinet Room - left ajar for him to walk straight…

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NHS 'will collapse' without social care reform, PM tells BBC
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NHS 'will collapse' without social care reform, PM tells BBC

So you might increase the conditions required to receive benefits. The big decisions they've been made."Watch the full…

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Four men charged with murder after Leicester stabbing
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Four men charged with murder after Leicester stabbing

Four men charged with murder after Leicester stabbingImage caption, Police said Arad Niakan was stabbed in De Montfort…

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Losing my leg has elevated my life, says world champion surfer
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Losing my leg has elevated my life, says world champion surfer

Now he’s on top of the adaptive surfing world, the challenge is to stay there.

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UK's most parched regions miss chance for rain ahead of next heatwave
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UK's most parched regions miss chance for rain ahead of next heatwave

What you need to know Published3 days agoWhat is the definition of a heatwave?Published24 April 2025How hot will it…

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Girlguiding unveils first major uniform redesign since 1990
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Girlguiding unveils first major uniform redesign since 1990

Oswald said the range was "all about providing girls with the freedom to express themselves, whilst feeling part of…

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'I fear for wee families' - home heating oil jumps £100 in three weeks
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'I fear for wee families' - home heating oil jumps £100 in three weeks

Patrick added the colder winter months is going to be the "main problem".

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UK papers: Youth benefits 'crack down' and Gatwick 'Fly and dry'
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UK papers: Youth benefits 'crack down' and Gatwick 'Fly and dry'

Youth benefits 'crack down' and Gatwick 'Fly and dry'Published2 minutes agoImage caption, Prime Minister Andy…

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Badenoch says PM must rule out tax rises to fund social care reform
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Badenoch says PM must rule out tax rises to fund social care reform

We need cross-party consensus, and I hope the PM's door is open."Burnham responded to Sir Ed on X, writing: "It most…

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'Antisemitism felt relentless' - Jewish students on life at UK universities
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'Antisemitism felt relentless' - Jewish students on life at UK universities

Daniel said he was aware a Jewish student wearing a kippah had also been warned by staff not to enter an academic…

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Man charged with two attempted rapes
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Man charged with two attempted rapes

You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.Get in touchTell us which stories we should cover in…

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Four people including baby die after car crash
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Four people including baby die after car crash

The baby girl was taken to hospital where she died shortly after.The force said the driver, a 33-year-old man, was…

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Broadcaster Gerry Kelly dies aged 77
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Broadcaster Gerry Kelly dies aged 77

"A much-loved presenter with a huge character," she said. "He interviewed so many, many hundreds of people across…

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My entire family went on a boat trip that they never returned from
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My entire family went on a boat trip that they never returned from

Having their names there - that's what I wanted," said Peter.Related topicsBarmouthWales

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Police investigating attempted murder of two officers
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Police investigating attempted murder of two officers

Police investigating attempted murder of two officersImage source, Google MapsImage caption, The incident happened in…

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Man in critical condition after sea rescue
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Man in critical condition after sea rescue

Two other people, a man aged in his 20s and a teenage girl, remain in hospital but are "recovering well", the force…

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Iran's 'sabre-rattling' should not intimidate UK, Wes Streeting says
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Iran's 'sabre-rattling' should not intimidate UK, Wes Streeting says

Iran's 'sabre-rattling' should not intimidate UK, Wes Streeting says<div class="ssrcss-1553su4-ErrorMessage…

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'It was like a movie - looked up and an exploded barn rained on me'
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'It was like a movie - looked up and an exploded barn rained on me'

About 15 firefighters remained on the scene overnight to dampen down hotspots and monitor the area. Station Manager…

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Andy Burnham rules out early election in exclusive BBC interview
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Andy Burnham rules out early election in exclusive BBC interview

Andy Burnham has ruled out an early general election in an exclusive interview with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg.…

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UK papers: 'Burnham's big spree' and Streeting 'bid to win back Trump'
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UK papers: 'Burnham's big spree' and Streeting 'bid to win back Trump'

'Burnham's big spree' and Streeting 'bid to win back Trump'Published6 minutes agoImage caption, Prime Minister Andy…

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How to see July's full Buck Moon as it rises in the night sky
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How to see July's full Buck Moon as it rises in the night sky

The exact moment of its maximum fullness will be missed across the UK as the Moon will be just below the horizon. The…

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Rental searches for pet friendly properties drop after law change
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Rental searches for pet friendly properties drop after law change

While pets remain the most common searched-for term overall - ahead of gardens, garages and furnishings, the lead at…

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