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Gillian Anderson to star in Netflix film about Andrew’s Newsnight interview

Gillian Anderson to star in Netflix film about Andrew’s Newsnight interview

The Crown actress will play BBC presenter Emily Maitlis as Rufus Sewell takes on the role as the Duke of York in Scoop.

Sunak set for mini-reshuffle to replace Zahawi

Sunak set for mini-reshuffle to replace Zahawi

The Prime Minister is widely expected to announce Nadhim Zahawi’s replacement as Conservative Party chairman.

Rescue specialists due to leave UK for Turkey ‘imminently’

Rescue specialists due to leave UK for Turkey ‘imminently’

A flight was scheduled to leave on Monday night but a minister said coordination had been required with the Turkish government.

Stronger protections needed for responsible renters who own pets, say charities

Stronger protections needed for responsible renters who own pets, say charities

Dogs Trust said a lack of available pet-friendly accommodation is one reason for some animals being handed in to its rehoming centres.

Rail fares to fluctuate based on demand in trial scheme

Rail fares to fluctuate based on demand in trial scheme

The Department for Transport said the LNER trial is an attempt to better manage capacity while also raising revenue.

Average UK house price is more than £12,000 below August peak – index

Average UK house price is more than £12,000 below August peak – index

House prices stabilised in January, with 0.0% change, according to Halifax’s latest figures.

BP waters down environmental ambitions after record profit

BP waters down environmental ambitions after record profit

The business slashed its target to cut emissions by the end of this decade despite £23bn profits last year.

Half-price return fare trial set to continue at London North Eastern Railway

Half-price return fare trial set to continue at London North Eastern Railway

The trial, which first began in 2020, consists of charging half the cost of a return.

Holidaymakers warned of 10-week wait for new passports amid fee hike

Holidaymakers warned of 10-week wait for new passports amid fee hike

The cost of applying for a new British passport has risen from £75.50 to £82.50.

Sir Ian McKellen says intimacy co-ordinators can ruin ‘purity’ of theatre

Sir Ian McKellen says intimacy co-ordinators can ruin ‘purity’ of theatre

The stage veteran discussed the theatre industry’s many changes, some of which were ‘not always for the better’.

Electric car chargers and outdoor dining create obstacles for disabled people

Electric car chargers and outdoor dining create obstacles for disabled people

This is contributing to ‘pavement clutter’ which requires ‘better management’, the six-month study by walking and cycling charity Sustrans found.

Mother of missing aristocrat Constance Marten tells daughter: I will support you

Mother of missing aristocrat Constance Marten tells daughter: I will support you

Virginie de Selliers said she will do whatever she can for her daughter and grandchild, in an open letter published on Tuesday.

Designer Stella McCartney and rock singer Skin to be honoured at Windsor Castle

Designer Stella McCartney and rock singer Skin to be honoured at Windsor Castle

McCartney famously designed the Duchess of Sussex’s wedding reception dress and Team GB’s uniforms for the London 2012 Olympics.

Two men due to be sentenced over knifepoint robbery at Mark Cavendish’s home

Two men due to be sentenced over knifepoint robbery at Mark Cavendish’s home

The Olympic cyclist was threatened and had two expensive watches stolen from his Essex home.

Safer Internet Day: Parents encouraged to plug online knowledge gaps

Safer Internet Day: Parents encouraged to plug online knowledge gaps

Online safety groups and tech firms are promoting the tools on offer to help parents better understand the internet and how their children use it.

One in five November energy vouchers expired without being claimed – PayPoint

One in five November energy vouchers expired without being claimed – PayPoint

The business is one of the biggest issuers of vouchers under the support scheme

UK aid becoming less focused on world’s poorest – development experts

UK aid becoming less focused on world’s poorest – development experts

The average income of a UK aid recipient has risen over the last decade, analysis found.

Inquest into death of 12-year-old Archie Battersbee set to take place

Inquest into death of 12-year-old Archie Battersbee set to take place

The 12-year-old’s life support was withdrawn on August 6 2022 after his parents failed in bids to overturn a High Court ruling.

Tributes paid to fashion journalist Hilary Alexander following death at 77

Tributes paid to fashion journalist Hilary Alexander following death at 77

The former fashion director at The Daily Telegraph died on Sunday on her 77th birthday.

What the papers say – February 7

What the papers say – February 7

The 7.8 magnitude earthquake that has left thousands dead leads many of today’s papers.

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