British Steel has been taken into public ownership after the government completed emergency legislation to secure the company’s future. Ministers said the move will protect thousands of jobs, safeguard the UK’s steel industry and ensure continued production at the Scunthorpe plant while long-term ownership options are explored.
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President Zelenskyy has gifted Keir Starmer the Ukrainian 'Order of Freedom' - the highest award for a foreign person - during his final visit as PM,Starmer says he will "treasure it forever"
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Police are searching for 20-year-old Marwan Jumaa after he escaped from custody while receiving medical treatment at North Manchester Hospital. Jumaa, who is serving a prison sentence for assault, remains at large and GMP is appealing for information.
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Another moorland fire has broken out near Greater Manchester this afternoon after a dramatic crash on the A628 Woodhead Pass.A car left the road and burst into flames, igniting nearby moorland. Firefighters are at the scene tackling the blaze, while the A628 remains closed in both directions. Drivers are being urged to avoid the area and expect significant delays.
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The Jewish Labour Movement has nominated Andy Burnham for Leader of the Labour Party following a ballot of its members.In a statement, JLM said the result of the vote reflected the “diversity” of the Labour affiliate’s membership, suggesting that some members chose the option of making no nomination.The organisation said it now “looks forward to working constructively with Andy and his team to advocate for the Jewish community and safeguard the progress” made under the previous leader, Keir Starmer.
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