King tells Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson to miss royal Christmas
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September 27, 2025 21:16 UTC
Reform YouGov poll: Labour can pull this round says Starmer as party conference starts
Read our Privacy noticeSir Keir Starmer has said he believes Labour can “pull this round” as the party goes into its annual conference with the prospect of being overtaken by Reform UK at the next election. The UK faces a “fork in the road” at the next election, between Labour and Reform, Sir Keir suggested – while the Tories are “dead”, he claimed. As he arrived in Liverpool for the conference, Sir Keir said it would be an opportunity to show Labour’s alternative to the “toxic divide and decline” offered by Reform. In a message aimed at rallying a divided Labour against Reform, Sir Keir told the Guardian: “History will not forgive us if we do not use every ounce of our energy to fight Reform. Ahead of the Labour conference, backbench MPs and unions renewed calls to end the two-child benefit cap.
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September 27, 2025 21:09 UTC
Rachel Reeves pushes for EU youth migration scheme ahead of Budget
The OBR has previously scored UK growth down by 4% due to the original Brexit deal. The chancellor believes that has set a precedent and that the OBR should include the projected economic upsides of a youth mobility scheme into its upcoming forecast. In response, the chancellor has stressed a series of measures aimed to help the economy grow faster, including further trade deals. If accepted by the independent forecasters, the inclusion of the proposed EU youth mobility scheme into its calculations could theoretically limit the extent of any new tax rises. The OBR has scored policy moves on house building and childcare as helpful to the economy in recent years.
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September 27, 2025 19:13 UTC
Florence Welch: Pregnancy was the closest I came to death
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September 27, 2025 18:02 UTC
Inside the father-son reunion: Prince Harry shares emotional tea-time moments with King Charles during 53-minute UK visit
Prince Harry’s recent meeting with his father, King Charles, offered glimpses of sentiment, even if it didn’t result in an official reconciliation. On September 10, the Duke of Sussex spent 53 minutes with the King at Clarence House, a meeting described as “distinctly formal” by sources, but punctuated by personal gestures that hinted at the enduring bond between father and son.
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September 27, 2025 18:01 UTC
Saundersfoot among best places to live by the sea in the UK
A list of the best seaside spots in which to live has been revealed by The Times featuring locations from across the country including Dorset, Cornwall and Cumbria. "Rather than gambling precious time off on our increasingly unreliable climate, live by the sea — then every day can be like a holiday. (Image: Getty Images)"This selection of the best places to live by the coast includes something for everyone: arty, commutable towns, seaside suburbs, pretty honeypots and spectacular, wild escapes. The best places to live by the sea in the UKThe best places to live by the sea in the UK, according to The Times, are:The Witterings, West SussexNorth Berwick, East LothianShaldon, DevonFolkestone, KentArnside, CumbriaExmouth, DevonTynemouth, Tyne and WearPortobello, EdinburghSaundersfoot, PembrokeshireAmble, NorthumberlandBallycastle, Co AntrimSt Leonards-on-Sea, East SussexArisaig, Scottish HighlandsWaterloo, MerseysideMumbles, SwanseaPenzance/Newlyn, CornwallSouthbourne, DorsetSutton on Sea, LincolnshireCromer, NorfolkNairn, HighlandsThe Pembrokeshire villages among the best places to live by the seaSaundersfoot (average house price: £370,537) was one of only two location in Wales - along with Mumbles - to be named among the best places to live by the sea in the UK. "There’s a good primary school, trains to Swansea (in a leisurely 90 minutes) and a full roster of community clubs and activities."
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September 27, 2025 17:02 UTC
Starmer defends votes for 16-year-olds and says he will not legalise cannabis
Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy noticeSir Keir Starmer has insisted the Government will not legalise cannabis, and defended his plans to give 16 and 17-year-olds the vote, as he took questions from teenagers. The Prime Minister met students from Liverpool to answer their questions ahead of the Labour’s party conference in the city. Speaking at the Liverpool Echo newspaper’s offices, Sir Keir was asked if he would consider legalising cannabis. Sir Keir then asked the students to put their hands up if they would support legalising cannabis.
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September 27, 2025 16:02 UTC
UK homes warned little-known bin rule cost them £400 fine
Local councils are receiving complaints about piles of leaves, hedge cuttings, and garden debris being mistaken for fly-tipping. This includes garden waste, which should be disposed of properly via council collections, composting, or at a recycling centre. "The safest approach is to collect and dispose of garden waste promptly rather than leaving it piled up where it could be misinterpreted as fly-tipping." "If you are unsure about your local rules, check with your council before leaving garden waste outside your property." £80 wheelie bin fine warningUK households have also been warned they face £80 fines this summer due to a common bin mistake.
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September 27, 2025 15:56 UTC
The real reason Britain has so many potholes
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September 27, 2025 15:45 UTC
Starmer brands Reform UK ‘an enemy’ as he travels to Labour conference
In a message aimed at rallying a divided Labour against Reform, Sir Keir also told the Guardian: “History will not forgive us if we do not use every ounce of our energy to fight Reform. We have to unite and fight … we cannot miss this opportunity to set out our stall and take the fight to Reform,” Sir Keir said. But she insisted that many more MPs are “frustrated” that their colleagues are already trying to topple Sir Keir. Ahead of Labour conference, backbench MPs and unions have renewed calls to end the two-child benefit cap. Labour MPs forced a U-turn on Sir Keir’s plans to cut the benefits bill earlier this year.
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September 27, 2025 14:27 UTC
Which dancer has won Strictly the most times?
Here we take a look at which of the Strictly professionals has taken home the most Glitterball Trophies, as well as this year's pairings. 2 Oti Mabuse is one of the most successful pros in Strictly history Credit: BBC2 Aliona Vilani and Harry Judd got their hands on the Glitterball Trophy in 2011 Credit: BBCWhich dancer has won Strictly the most times? The professional dancers who have won Strictly Come Dancing the most times are Oti Mabuse and Aliona Vilani, with two wins each. Who are the Strictly 2025 pairings? Strictly 2025 kicked off with its launch show on Saturday, September 20, on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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September 27, 2025 14:23 UTC
I pay for my adult kids to come on holiday with me. Here’s why
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September 27, 2025 14:03 UTC
Sir Nick Faldo's impressive net worth, owning a farm in the USA, Rory McIlroy opinion
Sir Nick Faldo's impressive net worth, owning a farm in the USA, Rory McIlroy opinionSir Nick Faldo is widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time and represented Europe a record 11 times in the Ryder Cup. Sir Nick Faldo is one man who knows exactly what it takes to lift the trophy, as one of the tournament's most successful players ever. From his staggering net worth to his new life in the United States, here's everything you need to know about Faldo today. His other ventures include The Faldo Golf Institute, founded in 1997, and his golf course design firm, Faldo Design, which he established six years earlier. Discussing his new pace of life, Faldo continued: "It's nice for me, on some days, to just go, 'What have I got to do?'
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September 27, 2025 12:04 UTC
UK households issued urgent warning over supermarket noodles
A study analysed 765 instant noodles products from 10 countries. And the BMJ said: "Only 62% of instant noodles displayed the salt content on their food label. Salt content in instant noodles is very high, with 90% exceeding the daily salt intake recommended by WHO." The NHS warns that excessive salt intake leads to high blood pressure, significantly increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Explaining your daily intake level, the NHS says adults should have no more than 6g of salt a day (around 1 level teaspoon).
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September 27, 2025 11:48 UTC
Green Man Festival 2026: dates and ticket prices
Tickets will only be available through the official ticket vendor Ticketsellers and there will not be a second ticket release. Adult weekend tickets are priced at £296, while student and under-25 tickets cost £266, while teen tickets (ages 13-17) are £211. Little Folk Parade(Image: Nici Eber)The Settler’s Pass costs £376 for adults, £336 for students and under-25s, and £271 for teens. Little Folk Parade(Image: Nici Eber)Green Man 2025 was widely praised by audiences and critics alike. Little Folk Parade(Image: Nici Eber)The Last Laugh stage featured emerging comedians.
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September 27, 2025 10:07 UTC