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June Spencer, who played matriarch Peggy Woolley in BBC Radio 4’s The Archers, has died at the age of 105, her family has said. Spencer had played the character since the show’s first episode in 1951, and when she announced her retirement in 2022, aged 103, was credited as being the longest-serving character in the programme. A statement released by the BBC said: “June Spencer, aged 105, best known for […]

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has hosted veterans and charities at Downing Street with Defence Secretary John Healey in the lead-up to Remembrance Day. The informal reception on Friday was held after Sir Keir pledged £3.5 million in support for veterans facing homelessness. Peter Kent, 99, the oldest veteran at the event, said he was pleased by the increase in funding and described Sir Keir as a “good guy”. Mr […]

Belle King has been suffering coercive control and abuse at the hands of her manipulative husband, Tom King, on the ITV soap for months An hour-long Emmerdale special will highlight the voices of domestic abuse survivors as a long-running storyline on the issue comes to an end. Belle King, played by Eden Taylor-Draper, has been suffering coercive control and abuse at the hands of her manipulative husband, Tom King (James Chase), on […]

Until now, CAR T-cell therapy in the UK has been used only in cancer patients Three patients in the UK have received a”groundbreaking” treatment for lupus on the NHS, which experts hope could eradicate the need for lifelong drugs. Until now, CAR T-cell therapy in the UK has been used only in cancer patients, but researchers believe it could treat range of diseases including lupus and multiple sclerosis. The therapy works by genetically modifying […]

He's written a letter to the Military Wives Choirs ahead of his 76th birthday The King has revealed his approach to birthday celebrations as he acknowledged his “advancing years” ahead of turning 76. Charles wrote personally to thank the Military Wives Choirs for their gift of a new single in his honour, saying he was “deeply touched by your wonderfully thoughtful tribute”. He expressed his “warmest possible gratitude for your […]

Interim England boss Lee Carsley is yet to speak with incoming permanent head coach Thomas Tuchel, revealing the pair have only exchanged text messages. Tuchel was appointed as Gareth Southgate’s successor last month but does not begin work until January 1, with Carsley continuing in his caretaker role. That will conclude after the Nations League games against Greece and the Republic of Ireland next week when the 50-year-old will return […]

The cash will go to the Reducing Veteran Homelessness programme Sir Keir Starmer has pledged £3.5 million in support for veterans facing homelessness. The funding will go to the Reducing Veteran Homelessness programme, which provides wraparound specialist support for employment and independent living for veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The Prime Minister has previously committed to exempt veterans from rules which require a connection to a local area to access social housing in England, as part […]

Alzarri Joseph has been handed a two-match ban for his conduct during the West Indies’ eight-wicket victory over England in the series decider in Barbados on Wednesday. Joseph was visibly frustrated with how his field was set by Windies captain Shai Hope during the fourth over of England’s innings and took out his frustrations by bouncing out number three batter Jordan Cox. The 27-year-old stormed off the field at the […]

The Government must do more to tackle cost and other barriers discouraging consumers from switching to heat pumps and electric vehicles, Which? has said. The consumer watchdog’s annual survey, now in its third year, tracks shoppers’ attitudes towards sustainability. Respondents identified a range of deterrents putting them off greener home heating and cars – such as cost, low awareness, insufficient information and concerns about availability and reliability. Which? said 71% […]