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Children asked to remember D-Day sacrifice ahead of 80th anniversary of landings

Children asked to remember D-Day sacrifice ahead of 80th anniversary of landings

There are fears that the events of the Second World War could be forgotten unless more is done to engage younger generations.

What the papers say – May 19

What the papers say – May 19

Here are the top news stories for Sunday.

Children centre stage at Chelsea Flower Show as green issues high on agenda

Children centre stage at Chelsea Flower Show as green issues high on agenda

All large gardens at the show, which is featuring junior judges for the first time, have had to undergo a ‘green audit’.

Campaigners to rally ahead of final infected blood report

Campaigners to rally ahead of final infected blood report

Some people have been fighting for justice for decades.

Lotto ticket-holder claims £3.9 million prize

Lotto ticket-holder claims £3.9 million prize

Wednesday’s Lotto draw now sits at an estimated jackpot of £2 million.

Tory MPs demand review of Bank of England independence

Tory MPs demand review of Bank of England independence

A group of 44 Tory MPs have criticised the Bank’s handling of inflation and quantitative tightening, saying it has cost taxpayers thousands.

Law changes proposed to curb ‘weekly takeovers’ by pro-Palestine protesters

Law changes proposed to curb ‘weekly takeovers’ by pro-Palestine protesters

The head of the Metropolitan Police, Sir Mark Rowley, has faced calls to resign over the force’s handling of pro-Palestinian protests.

Chris Heaton-Harris says he will not stand for re-election

Chris Heaton-Harris says he will not stand for re-election

The Northern Ireland Secretary was first elected as an MP in 2010.

William to be usher at Duke of Westminster’s wedding, report says

William to be usher at Duke of Westminster’s wedding, report says

Hugh Grosvenor, the Duke of Westminster, will marry Olivia Henson at Chester Cathedral on June 7.

Shapps orders urgent review to find aircraft for paratroopers to mark D-Day

Shapps orders urgent review to find aircraft for paratroopers to mark D-Day

Plans for a mass parachute drop as part of the 80th anniversary events have been scaled back.

Taoiseach leads tributes following death of ‘trailblazer’ Tony O’Reilly

Taoiseach leads tributes following death of ‘trailblazer’ Tony O’Reilly

The media magnate and former rugby star died on Saturday aged 88.

Zahawi: Tories should have held their nerve and stuck with Johnson

Zahawi: Tories should have held their nerve and stuck with Johnson

The former chancellor played a key role in ousting Boris Johnson, but suggested MPs got ‘spooked’ into moving against him.

‘Infected blood victim compensation fulfils vow I made 10 years ago’ – Hunt

‘Infected blood victim compensation fulfils vow I made 10 years ago’ – Hunt

The Chancellor said he had promised to ‘sort’ a fair and full settlement during a meeting with campaigner Mike Dorricott in 2014.

Businessman Tony O’Reilly dies aged 88

Businessman Tony O’Reilly dies aged 88

Ireland’s deputy premier Micheal Martin said Mr O’Reilly had an ‘extraordinary impact on Irish business, sport, media and society’.

Archbishop of Canterbury calls for end to ‘cruel’ two-child benefit limit

Archbishop of Canterbury calls for end to ‘cruel’ two-child benefit limit

Justin Welby’s comments will add to pressure on Sir Keir Starmer to commit a new Labour government to abolishing the cap.

In Pictures: Dogs enjoy day out with their owners at annual Goodwoof event

In Pictures: Dogs enjoy day out with their owners at annual Goodwoof event

The event includes wellness workshops and talks from key behavioural experts.

British politics in ‘dangerous’ state warns MP sister of murdered Jo Cox

British politics in ‘dangerous’ state warns MP sister of murdered Jo Cox

Kim Leadbeater said the situation now may be worse than it was when Ms Cox was murdered in 2016.

Davey: The Tories and SNP are both out of excuses and out of time

Davey: The Tories and SNP are both out of excuses and out of time

The Liberal Democrat leader used a speech to his party’s Scottish conference in Hamilton to hit out at both the Scottish and UK Governments.

Thousands of Brixham residents told they can safely drink tap water again

Thousands of Brixham residents told they can safely drink tap water again

South West Water said around 14,500 households in the Alston supply area can now use their tap water safely.

Marks & Spencer website and app back online

Marks & Spencer website and app back online

M&S is the latest grocer to face issues with its online services.

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