Former deputy prime minister John Prescott dies aged 86

It follows a battle with Alzheimer's. Former deputy prime minister John Prescott has died aged 86 following a battle with Alzheimer’s, his family has announced. His family said he had “spent his life trying to improve the lives of others, fighting for social justice and protecting the environment”. The former trade union activist and ex-merchant seaman died “peacefully” and surrounded by relatives at his care home, they said. Lord Prescott […]

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Big Issue vendors offered devices to sell magazines through contactless payment

Big Issue vendors are to be offered devices allowing them to sell the magazine through contactless payments on mobile phones. A partnership with giffgaff builds on a trial which saw 250 Big Issue sellers use giffgaff devices, leading to an increase in sales by an average of 30%. Refurbished devices will be offered to all vendors across the UK, while giffgaff will also support Big Issue’s work on helping people […]

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Ingram-Moores made more than £1m from family link to Captain Tom Foundation

The family of renowned pandemic fundraiser Captain Sir Tom Moore made more than a million pounds for themselves through their association with the charity set up in his name, a damning report has found. The charities watchdog concluded there had been repeated instances of misconduct by the veteran’s daughter, Hannah Ingram-Moore and her husband, Colin. Sir Tom became a household name in the pandemic, raising millions for NHS charities by […]

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UK Storm Shadow missiles reportedly used by Ukraine in Russia

Wreckage from one of the long-range weapons has reportedly been found in Russia’s Kursk region. Storm Shadow missiles supplied to Ukraine by Britain have been used in Russia, according to reports. Wreckage from one of the long-range weapons has been found in Russia’s Kursk region, which borders Ukraine, several media outlets have said. Storm Shadow’s use in Russia comes a day after Moscow said American long-range weapons had been fired […]

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