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What the papers say – November 25

What the papers say – November 25

The front pages finish the working week with questions about a Tory peer’s PPE dealings as well as the latest on David Walliams.

Man accused of murdering mother and two children to appear in court

Man accused of murdering mother and two children to appear in court

Jamie Barrow, 31, is charged with three counts of murder and is set to appear at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court.

Sadiq Khan to expand ultra-low emission zone to whole of London

Sadiq Khan to expand ultra-low emission zone to whole of London

The major said it was ‘one of the toughest decisions I’ve taken’.

Rishi Sunak mulls limiting number of foreign students and dependants

Rishi Sunak mulls limiting number of foreign students and dependants

The Home Secretary has previously complained about foreign students ‘bringing in family members who can piggyback onto their student visas’.

Cleverly pledges more ambulances for Ukraine during visit to country

Cleverly pledges more ambulances for Ukraine during visit to country

The Foreign Secretary announced a package of practical support to help the war-torn nation as winter sets in.

Rainbow hats and flags get go-ahead as Wales and England seek World Cup progress

Rainbow hats and flags get go-ahead as Wales and England seek World Cup progress

All eyes will be on the players of Wales and England to see if they follow Germany’s lead and make a stand pre-match.

Boris Johnson and Liz Truss join rebellion against onshore wind ban

Boris Johnson and Liz Truss join rebellion against onshore wind ban

Rishi Sunak’s authority is being tested by the revolt against his decision to keep the ban.

Sir Patrick Vallance issues warning over net-zero goal

Sir Patrick Vallance issues warning over net-zero goal

The UK’s chief scientific adviser gave the warning at the Lister Memorial Lecture in Edinburgh.

Raab says he has behaved professionally ‘at all times’ despite further claims

Raab says he has behaved professionally ‘at all times’ despite further claims

Rishi Sunak still has full confidence in his embattled deputy, Downing Street said.

World Cup party cancelled for fans amid restrictions on alcohol sales

World Cup party cancelled for fans amid restrictions on alcohol sales

The event has been called off as no alcohol can be served before midday on Friday.

Late Queen’s childhood friend says The Crown is ‘unfair’ to royal family

Late Queen’s childhood friend says The Crown is ‘unfair’ to royal family

Lady Glenconner described the Netflix royal drama as a ‘complete fantasy’.

Watchdog apologises for telling MPs to claim expenses for Christmas parties

Watchdog apologises for telling MPs to claim expenses for Christmas parties

Some MPs received ‘abuse’ in the wake of the guidance, the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority said.

Sheku Bayoh inquiry: Backing off would have been better approach – ex-inspector

Sheku Bayoh inquiry: Backing off would have been better approach – ex-inspector

An inquiry has been hearing evidence into the circumstances of the death of the 31-year-old in police custody in May 2015.

Man charged with murders of mother and two children who died after flat fire

Man charged with murders of mother and two children who died after flat fire

Jamie Barrow is accused of murdering former voluntary worker Fatoumatta Hydara, Fatimah Drammeh, three, and one-year-old Naeemah Drammeh.

Three teenagers arrested after 17-year-old stabbed to death

Three teenagers arrested after 17-year-old stabbed to death

Kyle Hackland was stabbed to death on Tuesday morning in Withington, Manchester.

Jeremy Hunt rejects forecasts on Brexit hit to UK economy

Jeremy Hunt rejects forecasts on Brexit hit to UK economy

The Chancellor also denied that Liz Truss’s mini-budget inflicted long-term damage.

ScotRail ‘delighted’ after RMT workers accept new pay deal

ScotRail ‘delighted’ after RMT workers accept new pay deal

The rail operator said workers in the RMT union had voted to accept the latest offer after a dispute over pay.

From creepy crawlies to the Commons: What’s next for Matt Hancock?

From creepy crawlies to the Commons: What’s next for Matt Hancock?

The political future of the controversial MP who lost the Tory whip over his trip down under is on somewhat of a shaky footing.

About 4,000 Afghan children still living in hotels in UK after Taliban takeover

About 4,000 Afghan children still living in hotels in UK after Taliban takeover

The Home Office published updated figures on Thursday.

Secretary of State blasted by teaching unions as ‘out of touch’ over spending

Secretary of State blasted by teaching unions as ‘out of touch’ over spending

Chris Heaton-Harris said the department needed to take action to live within its budget.

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