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Reform announces candidate for Makerfield by-election
Reform UK has named plumber Robert Kenyon as its candidate in the Makerfield by-election. Source link
Wind-assisted cargo ships could more than halve shipping emissions
If wind-assisted cargo ships chose routes based entirely on where the winds are better, their fuel use could be cut in half or even completely eliminated Source link
HS2 costs could top £100bn and trains will be slower than first planned
The new cost range and train speed are being announced as a “reset” of the delayed, over-budget and vastly scaled-back project is carried out. Source link
Burnham confirmed as Labour candidate in Makerfield
The Labour Party formally announces Andy Burnham as its candidate to stand in the Makerfield by-election. Source link
Son of Mango boss arrested over father's fatal fall from cliff
Isak, 71, died in December 2024 after falling from a ravine while walking in the Montserrat mountains near Barcelona. Source link
Labour activists in court amid vote rigging claims
The activists were charged in connection with claims a party database was manipulated to help fix a candidate selection. Source link
Petrol hits highest price since start of Iran war
The average price of unleaded has risen to 158.52p a litre, according to the RAC, who warn that it could rise further in the coming weeks. Source link
Stranger Things star to make West End debut in Rent musical revival
Gaten Matarazzo is no stranger to the theatre, having starred in several Broadway shows from a young age. Source link
Swatch boss defends watch launch that sparked chaos and closures
Nick Hayek Jr says the pocket watch launch saw “overcrowding like hell” at a small number of its UK stores. Source link
Gabby Logan on her final moments with football legend dad Terry Yorath
Gabby Logan says she read a heartfelt email from a fan to her dad the day he died. Source link