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Net-zero targets among world’s largest companies double in 2.5 years – research

Net-zero targets among world’s largest companies double in 2.5 years – research

Researchers warn of a credibility gap that could undermine company’s progress towards net zero.

What the papers say – June 11

What the papers say – June 11

The fallout from Boris Johnson’s resignation as an MP continues to dominate the front pages.

Sunak urged to call snap election as Johnson ally predicts return for former PM

Sunak urged to call snap election as Johnson ally predicts return for former PM

The call by rival party leaders comes after three Conservative MPs quit, including Boris Johnson, in 24 hours.

More thunderstorms and 30C temperatures forecast after hottest day of the year

More thunderstorms and 30C temperatures forecast after hottest day of the year

Rainfall brought a tree down which pulled a power line and flooded a cricket pitch during the amber warning for thunderstorms on Saturday.

Man charged with murder after couple found dead in Newhaven

Man charged with murder after couple found dead in Newhaven

The married couple were discovered after police called to house.

Manchester City fans paint Istanbul blue after Champions League victory

Manchester City fans paint Istanbul blue after Champions League victory

Thousands of ticketless fans piled into bars around Taksim Square to watch the final.

Housing estate’s Pride march will ‘leave a legacy’ for future neighbours

Housing estate’s Pride march will ‘leave a legacy’ for future neighbours

Organiser Ben Goodwin hopes to ‘leave a legacy’ by officiating the annual event as the world’s shortest Pride march.

People warned to stay indoors as wildfire spreads near Inverness

People warned to stay indoors as wildfire spreads near Inverness

The fire broke out in Daviot near Inverness at about 2.45pm on Saturday.

Tribute paid to terminally ill couple found dead in summer house

Tribute paid to terminally ill couple found dead in summer house

Robert Lloyd, 84, and his wife Patricia, 80, were discovered at their home at about 11pm on June 1.

Man City fans face travel chaos on way to Champions League final stadium

Man City fans face travel chaos on way to Champions League final stadium

Despite the conditions, City fans at the stadium were in high spirits.

Labour ‘not taking anything for granted’ as campaigning begins

Labour ‘not taking anything for granted’ as campaigning begins

Canvassing began less than 24 hours after former prime minister Boris Johnson quit as a constituency MP.

Crew members injured on set of Gladiator sequel during ‘stunt sequence’

Crew members injured on set of Gladiator sequel during ‘stunt sequence’

The sequel to the historical drama is set to star Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal.

Parts of UK could see month’s worth of rain amid amber thunderstorm warning

Parts of UK could see month’s worth of rain amid amber thunderstorm warning

About 100mm of rain could fall in a few hours in some areas on Saturday evening, which would be equivalent to a month’s worth.

Activists protest across Scotland against Rosebank oil field

Activists protest across Scotland against Rosebank oil field

UK Energy Security Secretary Grant Shapps is expected to decide soon on whether to approve the development of Rosebank.

Voters in Boris Johnson’s constituency ‘turning away from Tories’

Voters in Boris Johnson’s constituency ‘turning away from Tories’

Some in the seat said the former PM was the victim of a partygate stitch-up.

Illegal Migration Bill breaches UK human rights obligations, MPs and peers warn

Illegal Migration Bill breaches UK human rights obligations, MPs and peers warn

The so-called Stop The Boats Bill is seen as central to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s pledge to prevent small boats of migrants crossing the Channel.

Man wanted in connection with investigation into missing girl, 15

Man wanted in connection with investigation into missing girl, 15

Police want to speak to Billy Ross, 19, after Macey was reported missing on Monday.

Home Office no longer considering asylum seeker barge site near Liverpool

Home Office no longer considering asylum seeker barge site near Liverpool

Peel Ports said it could ‘not see any conceivable scenario’ in which public services locally could support the Birkenhead proposal.

Boy, 16, charged with attempted murder after private school assault

Boy, 16, charged with attempted murder after private school assault

The 16-year-old boy will appear at Exeter Magistrates’ Court on Monday morning.

Nicola Sturgeon passes driving theory test

Nicola Sturgeon passes driving theory test

The former first minister tweeted to say ‘Step one complete’.

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