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Essex county election going ahead – minister
Government minister Steve Reed writes to Essex County Council saying their election will take place. Source link
Council leader resigns after election postponement
The leader and his Labour cabinet majority twice approved decisions opposed by most councillors. Source link
Ukraine receives 1,000 bodies in latest soldier swap with Russia
Russia received 38 soldiers’ bodies in exchange as part of an agreement between the warring countries. Source link
Great Ormond Street doctor who botched surgery harmed nearly 100 children
Hospital report highlights widespread problems with Yaser Jabbar’s operations. Source link
Marty Supreme actress quits new film after casting backlash
Odessa A’zion says she didn’t realise her character in Deep Cuts was meant to be half-Mexican. Source link
Police make fifth arrest over arson attacks on properties linked to PM
Three men, already charged in connection with attacks on two properties and car, are due to stand trial in April. Source link
Boss of Post Office IT scandal firm Fujitsu to step down
Paul Patterson will become the chair of Fujitsu’s UK business responsible for its inquiry response. Source link
Sir Jonathan Pryce revisits 'land of my fathers' in latest role
A new drama series gave Sir Jonathan a chance to work near where his family is from in north Wales. Source link
Ministers reject Waspi calls for compensation after rethink
Women hit by changes to the state pension age say the decision shows “utter contempt” for their situation. Source link
Nicki Minaj calls herself Trump's 'number one fan' and shows off gold card visa
The Trinidadian-American rapper held hands on stage with the US President, amid ICE protests. Source link