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Former deputy prime minister John Prescott dies aged 86

Former deputy prime minister John Prescott dies aged 86

The former trade union activist died ‘peacefully’ and surrounded by relatives at his care home, his family said.

John Prescott: The political bruiser who helped build New Labour

The ex-deputy prime minister was a key figure in Tony Blair’s modernisation project – only to later distance himself from his legacy.

In Pictures: Party stalwart kept New Labour in touch with traditional supporters

In Pictures: Party stalwart kept New Labour in touch with traditional supporters

John Prescott was a formidable campaigner who took his party’s message on the road to its heartlands at a time of change for the movement.

Guitar bought by teenage George Harrison for £58 sells for more than £1 million

Guitar bought by teenage George Harrison for £58 sells for more than £1 million

The instrument fetched twice its initial estimate.

Healey faces MP questions after ’12 Storm Shadow missiles used in Russia’

Healey faces MP questions after ’12 Storm Shadow missiles used in Russia’

The Defence Secretary will likely be asked about the UK’s stance on support for Kyiv as he appears before MPs.

What the papers say – November 21

What the papers say – November 21

Images from Liam Payne’s funeral adorn several front pages.

Former health secretary Matt Hancock to be questioned at Covid inquiry

Former health secretary Matt Hancock to be questioned at Covid inquiry

Mr Hancock will give evidence over two days.

Snow and ice to cause further problems across UK on Thursday

Snow and ice to cause further problems across UK on Thursday

Three separate yellow warnings issued by the Met Office for snow and ice are still in effect.

Nothing suspicious found as police conduct controlled explosion at bus station

Nothing suspicious found as police conduct controlled explosion at bus station

Three men were arrested earlier on Wednesday in connection with possession of offensive weapons.

Weather warnings in place as cold snap grips Ireland

Weather warnings in place as cold snap grips Ireland

Both yellow and orange weather warnings have been issued for snow and ice.

Car makers pledge to work with Government to identify ‘adjustments’ to EV rules

Car makers pledge to work with Government to identify ‘adjustments’ to EV rules

Manufacturers outlined the ‘negative effect’ of the zero-emission vehicles (Zev) mandate.

Captain Sir Tom Moore’s family condemn ‘unfair and unjust’ report

Captain Sir Tom Moore’s family condemn ‘unfair and unjust’ report

The Ingram-Moore family also said that they ‘never took a penny’ from public donations when Sir Tom raised millions for NHS charities.

Disappeared victim’s son criticises ‘cruel’ depiction of mother’s death in drama

Disappeared victim’s son criticises ‘cruel’ depiction of mother’s death in drama

Michael McConville said the murder of his mother Jean is ‘not entertainment’.

‘Exceptional’ Camilla receives honorary doctorate for work in literature

‘Exceptional’ Camilla receives honorary doctorate for work in literature

Camilla donned ceremonial robes as she was recognised during a ceremony at the University of London on Wednesday.

Ministers meet auto industry over EV mandate

Ministers meet auto industry over EV mandate

A spokesperson for the Government said it recognises ‘the global challenges the industry has been facing’.

Doctors were ‘shut down’ over Letby concerns, ex-senior detective tells inquiry

Doctors were ‘shut down’ over Letby concerns, ex-senior detective tells inquiry

Former policeman Nigel Wenham was speaking at the inquiry into baby deaths at the hospital where killer nurse Lucy Letby worked.

Ministers considering extending period before tenants eligible for Right to Buy

Ministers considering extending period before tenants eligible for Right to Buy

The Government also said it was considering measures which would see social housing replaced on a one-for-one basis in future when sold.

Rivers and bogs tamed for centuries at risk of returning to North Sea, MP fears

Rivers and bogs tamed for centuries at risk of returning to North Sea, MP fears

Flooding minister Emma Hardy said she would try her best to make water infrastructure maintenance ‘sexy’.

Captain Tom Foundation: What has happened since charity watchdog probe began?

Captain Tom Foundation: What has happened since charity watchdog probe began?

The Captain Tom Foundation was registered in June 2020 as a grant-making charity, for the advancement of public health and wellbeing.

Dog walker finds remains of baby in field in Greater Manchester

Dog walker finds remains of baby in field in Greater Manchester

The baby was found near Ashtons Field, Salford, at around 12.30pm on Wednesday.

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