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Poundland hires almost 1,000 former Wilko workers

Poundland hires almost 1,000 former Wilko workers

Poundland said it has now converted 64 former Wilko shops and expects to open remaining shops in the acquired units next year.

What happens to the Rwanda Bill now and what challenges remain for Rishi Sunak?

What happens to the Rwanda Bill now and what challenges remain for Rishi Sunak?

Conservative factions are considering their next moves after MPs backed the contentious Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill.

Former Siemens UK boss to lead Labour review into major rail project delivery

Former Siemens UK boss to lead Labour review into major rail project delivery

A panel of transport experts will recommend to the party how to improve the delivery of large infrastructure schemes.

PSNI response to data breach will not be fudged, Boutcher vows

PSNI response to data breach will not be fudged, Boutcher vows

PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher was giving evidence to a Westminster committee.

‘Robust mechanisms’ will fight AI deepfakes before election, minister says

‘Robust mechanisms’ will fight AI deepfakes before election, minister says

Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has told MPs the Government is working with social media companies on efforts to fight AI disinformation.

Mark Drakeford: Welsh leader through Brexit, Covid and multiple prime ministers

Mark Drakeford: Welsh leader through Brexit, Covid and multiple prime ministers

The Welsh Labour leader has announced he is stepping down as First Minister of Wales after five years.

Farmer admits health and safety breach after teacher fatally attacked by cow

Farmer admits health and safety breach after teacher fatally attacked by cow

Marian Clode, 61, was on an Easter family holiday in Northumberland when a cow attacked her on a bridleway.

Sir Brian May praises 4-year-old cancer patient for Bohemian Rhapsody air guitar

Sir Brian May praises 4-year-old cancer patient for Bohemian Rhapsody air guitar

Billy Thompson was diagnosed with an inoperable terminal brain tumour in October this year.

Researchers discover ultra-hard material that could rival diamond

Researchers discover ultra-hard material that could rival diamond

An international team of scientists looked at carbon nitrides.

Drivers putting themselves in danger during motorway breakdowns – RAC

Drivers putting themselves in danger during motorway breakdowns – RAC

Nearly two-thirds (65%) of motorists said they would stand in front of or next to their car, an RAC poll indicated.

Drakeford triggers contest to replace him as Welsh First Minister

Drakeford triggers contest to replace him as Welsh First Minister

Mark Drakeford said he would remain fully committed to the role until a successor is appointed in 2024.

Insurers expect to pay £560m to cover damage from storms Babet, Ciaran and Debi

Insurers expect to pay £560m to cover damage from storms Babet, Ciaran and Debi

Around £352 million of the money will go to help fix damaged homes.

Many employees not aware of new day one right to request flexible working

Many employees not aware of new day one right to request flexible working

Acas is producing a new code of practice on handling requests for flexible working.

Jury retires for second day in Caroline Glachan murder trial

Jury retires for second day in Caroline Glachan murder trial

Three people deny murdering the teenager, whose body was found in the river Leven, West Dunbartonshire, in August 1996.

Gary Lineker tweets appear to breach BBC guidelines – new corporation chairman

Gary Lineker tweets appear to breach BBC guidelines – new corporation chairman

Samir Shah said it was not ‘helpful’ that the TV presenter signed a letter criticising the Government, but he did not see it as a breach of the rules.

James Bulger killer refused prison release by Parole Board

James Bulger killer refused prison release by Parole Board

Jon Venables was 10 years old when he and Robert Thompson tortured and murdered the toddler in Bootle, Merseyside, in 1993.

Graham Stuart claims UK ‘central’ to Cop28 despite his absence on final evening

Graham Stuart claims UK ‘central’ to Cop28 despite his absence on final evening

The climate minister said he is ‘delighted’ with the UK contribution but that he is not pleased with all of the final text.

Hampshire zoo helps bring rare antelope back from brink of extinction

Hampshire zoo helps bring rare antelope back from brink of extinction

Thanks to the efforts of Marwell Wildlife, the scimitar-horned oryx is no longer regarded as extinct in the wild.

GDP figures deal blow to one of Sunak’s five priorities

GDP figures deal blow to one of Sunak’s five priorities

Rishi Sunak will hope Tuesday’s Rwanda vote means he is closer to ‘stopping the boats’, but the economy remains in difficulties.

Zara owner Inditex reveals 14% sales jump ahead of Christmas

Zara owner Inditex reveals 14% sales jump ahead of Christmas

It came as the Spanish fashion group, which operates 5,722 shops globally, revealed earnings in line with forecasts.

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