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Ofgem eyes changes to price cap amid energy crisis

Ofgem eyes changes to price cap amid energy crisis

The price cap is already expected to soar by nearly £400 in April.

Send unused vaccines to poorer nations, Gordon Brown urges leaders before Cop26

Send unused vaccines to poorer nations, Gordon Brown urges leaders before Cop26

The former prime minister said ‘It’s in all our interests to get the vaccines all around the world to everyone’.

What the papers say – October 29

What the papers say – October 29

Tensions with France and further reaction to Rishi Sunak’s Budget are splashed across the front pages.

Ed Sheeran releases new album Equals

Ed Sheeran releases new album Equals

The chart-topping star said the record reflected changes in his life over recent years.

Challenges face leaders and negotiators in bid to deliver ‘successful’ Cop26

Challenges face leaders and negotiators in bid to deliver ‘successful’ Cop26

Glasgow climate summit is being described as the conference that must deliver on the Paris Agreement.

London’s Crossrail project facing £150 million funding gap, MPs warn

London’s Crossrail project facing £150 million funding gap, MPs warn

The predicted cost of finishing the Elizabeth Line, which runs east-west under the city, is now £18.9 billion.

The long road to Cop26: history of the science and fight against climate chaos

The long road to Cop26: history of the science and fight against climate chaos

Key milestones in the history of scientific discoveries and politics of global warming.

Confused about climate and Cop26? This jargon buster should help

Confused about climate and Cop26? This jargon buster should help

A handy guide to help understand your net zero from an NDC.

Sadiq Khan calls for mandatory face masks on public transport amid Covid fears

Sadiq Khan calls for mandatory face masks on public transport amid Covid fears

Mr Khan also called for Londoners to get vaccinated against Covid-19 and the flu to protect the NHS this winter.

Cross-border rail line closed as bridges ‘washed away’ amid flooding

Cross-border rail line closed as bridges ‘washed away’ amid flooding

Network Rail said two road bridges had been ‘washed away’.

France’s ambassador summoned to Foreign Office over fishing row

France’s ambassador summoned to Foreign Office over fishing row

Catherine Colonna will be asked to explain ‘disappointing and disproportionate’ threats by France in the dispute over post-Brexit fishing licences.

Mark Drakeford reveals plan to tighten Covid restrictions in Wales

Mark Drakeford reveals plan to tighten Covid restrictions in Wales

The First Minister unveiled the move in response to the rising number of hospital admissions in the country.

Breast cancer charity runs first uncensored live breast check on Twitter

Breast cancer charity runs first uncensored live breast check on Twitter

Breast Cancer Now and Twitter joined forces to share important information on how to check for cancer.

Senior Tory demands Boris Johnson take ‘urgent action’ on farm labour shortages

Senior Tory demands Boris Johnson take ‘urgent action’ on farm labour shortages

Neil Parish wrote to the Prime Minister to ask for fast-tracked visas, more relaxed English language requirements and extended poultry worker visas.

Stanley Johnson warns of ‘Herculean’ task to make Cop26 a success

Stanley Johnson warns of ‘Herculean’ task to make Cop26 a success

He said the role of the UK, led by his son Boris Johnson, would be ‘crucial’ as the host of the summit.

Ocasio-Cortez backs emergency fund to help young activists take part in Cop26

Ocasio-Cortez backs emergency fund to help young activists take part in Cop26

The Democratic congresswoman has donated 10,000 US dollars to ensure the voices of those affected can be heard at UN climate conference.

RRS Sir David Attenborough docks in Greenwich ahead of Cop26

RRS Sir David Attenborough docks in Greenwich ahead of Cop26

The United Nations Climate Change Conference will kick off in Glasgow on Sunday.

E-cigarettes could be prescribed on NHS after regulator changes guidance

E-cigarettes could be prescribed on NHS after regulator changes guidance

E-cigarette manufacturers can now submit their products to the MHRA after the regulator changed its guidance.

Angela Rayner apologises for ‘scum’ attack on senior Tories

Angela Rayner apologises for ‘scum’ attack on senior Tories

The deputy Labour leader said she would be ‘more careful’ over her choice of language in future.

Facebook rebrands wider company as Meta

Facebook rebrands wider company as Meta

The move comes as the tech giant shifts attention to building the metaverse.

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