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Tourette's Campaigner Criticizes BBC Over Broadcast of Offensive Slur at Baftas

John Davidson, a Tourette's campaigner, criticized the BBC for airing a racial slur he involuntarily shouted during the Bafta Film Awards. The BBC apologized and removed the content. Bafta is conducting a comprehensive review, while community members and media figures have responded to the incident.

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Getty Images John Davidson during the Nominees' Party for the EE BAFTA Film Awards 2026 at the National Portrait Gallery on February 21, 2026 in London, England

Gorton and Denton Byelection Campaign Ends with Poll Showing Three-Way Tie

The Gorton and Denton byelection campaign concludes amid a new poll showing a tight three-way race between Greens, Labour, and Reform UK, highlighting the breakdown of the two-party system and the impact of tactical voting.

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Hannah Spencer, Green Party's candidate for the Gorton and Denton by-election in Manchester. A Omnisis poll last week had the Greens marginally ahead.

Energy Price Cap to Reduce Household Bills from April 2026 Despite Rising Network Costs

From April 2026, typical household energy bills will fall by £117 due to a new price cap and changes in charges, despite rising network infrastructure costs. Support schemes and fixed-price options remain available to assist consumers.

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Man Arrested After Entering Manchester Mosque with Axe and Knife

A man was arrested after entering Manchester Central Mosque with an axe, knife, and other weapons during Ramadan prayers. Police are investigating and seeking a second suspect.

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Kent Woman's £1,000 Fly-Tipping Fine Revoked After Charity Donation Dispute

Kate Clayton from Kent had a £1,000 fly-tipping fine revoked after leaving clothes donations at a full collection point. The council apologized and stopped further enforcement.

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Kate Clayton A woman with shoulder-length hair wearing a blue top. She is stood outdoors with greenery and a fence in the background of the selfie.

Man Arrested for Murder After Fatal Incident Outside South Wales Pub

A 30-year-old man from Cardiff was arrested on suspicion of murder after a 37-year-old man from Tredegar died following an incident outside a pub in south Wales.

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Google Exterior view of The Picture House building on Bethcar Street in Ebbw Vale. It has a wide path outside the entrance. It has a grey concrete facade, large upper windows and a blue-painted pub entrance.

Charity Commission Opens Formal Inquiry into William Blake House Management

The Charity Commission has launched a statutory inquiry into William Blake House, a care home facing closure over unpaid taxes and financial mismanagement concerns.

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Why Was Lord Advocate Briefed on Murrell Embezzlement Charge Months Early?

The Crown Office released 30 confidential memos to Scottish first ministers, including early briefings on Peter Murrell's embezzlement charges and updates on high-profile investigations, raising questions about the timing and content of information shared with government officials.

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Education Minister Mandates SEN Classes in All Mainstream Schools to Address Shortfall

Education Minister Paul Givan has mandated all mainstream schools to establish specialist classes for children with special educational needs (SEN) to address a projected shortfall of 400 places by 2026/27. The initiative aims to integrate SEN pupils within their communities with support from exp...

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Report Finds PSNI Treats Vulnerable Children as Suspects, Not Victims

A report finds the PSNI treats vulnerable children as suspects rather than victims in cases of child criminal exploitation, highlighting training gaps and missed safeguarding opportunities.

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MPs Shift Tone on Prince Andrew Amid Calls for Change, Appetite Unclear

MPs have adopted a more critical tone toward Prince Andrew amid calls for transparency and change, yet the appetite for radical reform of royal conventions remains uncertain.

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PA Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in 2023 when he was still a prince

England's SEND Reforms: Families and Educators Share Their Views

The UK government’s Schools White Paper proposes major SEND reforms, including reassessing EHCPs and introducing new support plans. Families, educators, and councils share concerns and cautious optimism about the impact on children with special educational needs.

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BBC Three individuals shown in separate vertical panels. The person on the left, Aimee Bradley, has light‑coloured hair tied back and is wearing a light knit top. The person in the centre, Bill Revans, is bald and is wearing a collared shirt with a jacket. The person on the right, Marsha Martins, is wearing a textured head covering, layered necklaces, and a knitted outer garment, with framed artwork visible on the wall behind.