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Glasgow Drama Teacher Banned for Two Years After Relationship with Former Pupil

A Glasgow drama teacher who had a child with a former pupil has been banned from teaching for two years after a GTCS panel found she failed to maintain appropriate boundaries and posed a current risk due to lack of insight and remediation.

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Getty Images A male secondary school pupil sitting on a flight of stairs. He is holding a mobile phone and is showing it to a girl sitting next to him. He is wearing a short-sleeved white shirt and a black striped tie. Their faces are not visible.

UK Commits to Full Role in Reopening Strait of Hormuz, Starmer Confirms

Sir Keir Starmer pledges UK's full role in reopening the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing Middle East conflict, while discussing Ukraine and domestic political challenges at the G7 summit.

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PA Media Sir Keir Starmer at the G7 summit in Evian France. He is wearing glasses, a dark suit, a white shirt and a tie.

Key Questions on UK’s Upcoming Social Media Ban for Under-16s

The UK government plans a social media ban for under-16s, raising questions about platforms like Roblox, YouTube, VPN enforcement, and the timeline for implementation.

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Getty Images TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X, Snapchat and YouTube apps displayed on an iPhone screen under a "social media" tab, with an icon used to show under-16s banned reflected across it.

Is It Legal to Block a Driveway Without a Dropped Kerb?

A Bristol woman refused to stop parking in front of a neighbour's driveway without a dropped kerb. This article explores the legality of driveway access and pavement parking rules across the UK.

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Getty Images Two cars, one light blue and one silver, are parked on a residential street on a sunny day. Behind the cars is a row of semi-detached houses

Woman Charged Over Fatal Crash at Wimbledon School Tea Party

Claire Freemantle appeared in court charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a crash at a Wimbledon school killed two girls and injured others. The case follows an earlier investigation and ongoing police watchdog review.

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Selana Lau's family Two young girls smile at the camera

Vehicles Seized in Investigation of Dunmurry Police Station Car Bomb

Police investigating the Dunmurry police station car bomb have seized vehicles and electronic devices. A man charged with attempted murder appeared in court. The attack involved a hijacked delivery vehicle rigged with a gas cylinder, detonated near family homes.

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Pacemaker Press Two forensic officers are next to the remains of a car that's exploded. Parts of the frames remain. Debris is lying around on the street. The forensic officers are wearing white overalls and a blue mask on their faces.

How Three Women Led the Fight to Reform England and Wales’ Leasehold System

Three women exposed hidden leasehold costs that trapped homeowners, leading to major reforms ending unfair leasehold practices in England and Wales.

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Jo Darbyshire, Katie Kendrick and Cath Williams

Prince George to Enroll at Eton College This September

Prince George will start attending Eton College in September, following his father’s footsteps. The historic school, known for educating British prime ministers, will welcome George as he turns 13 next month.

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BBC Prince George, head and shoulders, in a carriage at Trooping the Colour, June 2026

Woman Abused by Glasgow Foster Carers to Sue City Council

A woman abused by foster carers Douglas and Barbara Daniel in Glasgow plans to sue the city council. The couple, convicted of cruelty, fostered about 100 children despite Douglas's 26 prior convictions.

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Spindrift Barbara and Douglas Daniel leaving Glasgow Sheriff Court. Barbara is on the left and is wearing a large green jacket over a grey top. She has white hair. Douglas is on the right and has white hair and a beard. He is wearing a blue fleece.

Affordable Rental Homes Launching Soon Across Northern Ireland

Stormont's new affordable rental scheme will offer homes at 20% below market rent, with the first 300 houses available soon in Dungannon and other NI areas, aiming to ease the housing crisis and waiting list pressures.

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Getty Images Row of houses with cream walls and orange bricks.

Starmer Welcomes Justice After Arson Attacks Linked to Russian Influence

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer welcomed the conviction of two men for arson attacks linked to Russian-backed operations, amid warnings from security officials about increased sabotage and disinformation targeting the UK.

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Thames Water Nationalisation Advances as Government Rejects £10bn Rescue Plan

The UK government objects to a £10bn Thames Water rescue plan, citing consumer burden concerns, moving the utility closer to nationalisation amid financial struggles and creditor takeover proposals.

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