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Two Labour councillors defect to Green Party
Tom Butcher and Repi Begum’s decision means three Swindon representatives have now gone Green. Source link
World Cup sends 'dangerous message' on climate
In eight months the 2026 World Cup will make history as the biggest single sporting event – but not everyone is celebrating. Source link
Ex-WRU chief Moffett resigns from Scarlets backers
David Moffett quits Scarlets backers House of Luxury “effective immediately”, giving no reasons for the decision. Source link
'Narrow-minded' – La Liga boss unhappy US game is cancelled
La Liga president Javier Tebas says they will continue to look at playing matches overseas after Barcelona’s fixture against Villarreal in Miami was cancelled. Source link
When will UK interest rates fall again?
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions. Source link
UK and Scottish governments dispute £26m cost of Trump and Vance visits
Finance Secretary Shona Robison is seeking to recoup the costs of policing the summer visits. Source link
Wardley v Parker to be live on BBC
Fabio Wardley’s heavyweight fight with Joseph Parker on 25 October will be broadcast live on BBC Radio 5 Live. Source link
'My ex stalked me, the law needs to be better'
Two victims share their experiences as the government announces a review into tackling stalking. Source link
Eurostar orders first double-decker trains
They would be the first two-level high-speed trains to run through the Channel Tunnel. Source link
'Being gay didn't feel normal, until I became a footballer'
Manchester City’s Kerstin Casparij always knew she “fancied girls” but did not see LGBTQ+ representation until playing professional football. Source link