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Pop-up Shop Offers Free Essentials to Help Families Amid Rising Costs

A monthly pop-up shop in Kettering offers free clothing, toiletries, and household goods to help families cope with rising living costs. Operated by the LIVE team, it provides essential items to those in need across North Northamptonshire.

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James Grant/BBC A woman with long brown hair in a grey button up jumper stands in front of two clothing rails with lots of different tops and jumpers on them. On the right hand side, two shoe racks can be seen.

Starmer Faces Backlash Over Mandelson Appointment and Parliamentary Grilling

Front pages focus on PM Starmer's parliamentary grilling over Lord Mandelson's appointment amid vetting scandal. Reports reveal Downing Street pressured approval despite concerns. Other news covers CEO pay rises, environmental research on salmon, and Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday.

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BBC "Starmer on collision course with Robbins over Mandelson vetting" reads the headline on the front page of the Guardian.

Okehampton Charity Launches Stigma-Free Food Poverty Shop

The Affordable Food Shop in Okehampton offers a stigma-free alternative to food banks, allowing people to choose food with dignity using credit vouchers, supported by founder Rebecca Green and volunteers.

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BBC The founder of Okehampton Community Kitchen and Foodbank, Rebecca Green, standing outside the doorway of a red brick building. She is wearing mid-blue denim dungarees with pink hearts embroidered all over them, and a fuchsia pink knitted three-quarter sleeve top underneath.

Sacked Civil Servant Sir Olly Robbins to Testify in Mandelson Vetting Controversy

Sir Olly Robbins, dismissed Foreign Office civil servant, will testify in Parliament over Lord Mandelson's failed vetting as UK ambassador. He defends his actions amid criticism and ongoing political debate.

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PA Media Sir Olly Robbins in a suit and tie in a photo taken in 2019.,

Plaid Cymru Win in Wales Won't Immediately Lead to Independence

Plaid Cymru's potential win in Wales won't immediately trigger independence. The party emphasizes gradual steps amid mixed public support and political caution.

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BBC Montage image showing a woman pictured in black and white to the right of the image, wearing a bucket hat and sunglasses, while holding a Welsh flag to the left of the frame. A red square sits in the background.

Government Plans Electricity Price Reform to Shield Consumers from Gas Price Volatility

The UK government plans to shift older renewable energy projects to fixed-price contracts, reducing electricity price volatility linked to gas costs. Announcements by Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Energy Secretary Ed Miliband will outline measures to protect consumers and promote clean energy.

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PA Media Six wind turbines in front of electricity pylons, with a light blue sky in the background.

Why Many 20-Somethings Are Working Multiple Jobs to Cover Living Costs

Many UK 20-somethings juggle multiple jobs to manage living costs amid rising expenses and high unemployment, with experts noting both benefits and risks of this trend.

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Ashlin McCourt A selfie of Ashlin McCourt wearing a grey jersey sweatshirt with her dark hair slicked back. She is smiling and making a peace sign while working as a waitress with a long table seen behind her

Petrol Theft Rises 62% Amid Fuel Price Hikes Linked to Iran Conflict

Petrol thefts have risen 62% amid fuel price hikes linked to the Iran conflict. Retailers report increased abuse toward staff, while police intensify efforts to combat theft. Government urges reporting and warns thieves will face legal consequences.

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Close-up of a person refueling a car with a gas nozzle at a station.

Northern Ireland Teachers Face 'Unsustainable' Workloads Fueling Burnout Crisis

A DCU and St Mary's University College study reveals 91% of Northern Ireland teachers face burnout due to unsustainable workloads, with nearly half considering leaving the profession. Experts call for systemic change to protect teacher wellbeing and education quality.

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think1265 A man standing beside a red post box. He has short grey hair and is wearing glasses and a navy t-shirt.

Controversy Over Forfar Care Home Conversion Sparks Racism and Misinformation Claims

Controversy in Forfar over plans to convert a former care home into a 35-bedroom HMO has sparked claims of racism and misinformation amid fears the property will house migrants. Local groups and the council respond amid a heated campaign.

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Christie Owen & Davies Ltd, Care A large modern residential building, next to an older stone house. Behind the buildings is a large river and there are hills in the background.

Over 500 Farmers Challenge Green GEN Cymru in Historic High Court Case

More than 500 Welsh farmers challenge Green GEN Cymru in a High Court case over new electricity pylon routes, citing unlawful access and biosecurity concerns.

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Matt Cardy/Getty Images A view of the electricity pylons by the Ffos-Y-Fran opencast coal mine in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales.

Swinney Declines Trump’s White House State Banquet Invitation Amid Election Campaign

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has declined President Trump's invitation to a White House state banquet due to his campaign commitments ahead of the May 7 Scottish Parliament election. The banquet is part of King Charles and Queen Camilla's US state visit.

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Scottish government John Swinney and Donald Trump shake hands in the Oval Office

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