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Johnson told Dyson he would ‘fix’ tax issue for overseas staff working in UK

Johnson told Dyson he would ‘fix’ tax issue for overseas staff working in UK

The entrepreneur is said to have lobbied the Prime Minister for assurances his workers would not have to pay extra tax.

Boris Johnson hails English withdrawal from Super League as ‘right result’

Boris Johnson hails English withdrawal from Super League as ‘right result’

Those behind the new competition have said they will consider ‘the most appropriate steps to reshape the project’.

What the papers say – April 21

What the papers say – April 21

The apparent collapse of the European Super League leads most of the papers on Wednesday.

Sadiq Khan leads calls for ‘real change’ after George Floyd’s killer convicted

Sadiq Khan leads calls for ‘real change’ after George Floyd’s killer convicted

The Prime Minister said he was ‘appalled by the death of George Floyd” as he welcomed the guilty verdicts against Derek Chauvin.

Instagram to filter message requests in latest step to fight online abuse

Instagram to filter message requests in latest step to fight online abuse

The social media platform has seen a number of high-profile users – including footballers – report receiving racist and other abuse.

ESA astronaut set for launch on SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket

ESA astronaut set for launch on SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket

Thomas Pesquet will be the first ESA astronaut to fly on a SpaceX Crew Dragon.

NHS medics urge Prime Minister to tackle ‘chronic undersupply’ in staffing

NHS medics urge Prime Minister to tackle ‘chronic undersupply’ in staffing

Groups and unions representing NHS workers have penned a letter to Boris Johnson urging him to massively increase investment in staffing.

Latest phase of public inquiry into undercover policing set to begin

Latest phase of public inquiry into undercover policing set to begin

The Undercover Policing Inquiry was set up in 2015 to look at the activities of two shadowy police units.

Vitamin D levels in Britons ‘increased by almost a third last summer’

Vitamin D levels in Britons ‘increased by almost a third last summer’

The rise could be due to the Covid-19 pandemic leading to millions of workers being furloughed, or working from home, according to the company.

Marcus Rashford and chef Tom Kerridge unite for cooking tutorials on a budget

Marcus Rashford and chef Tom Kerridge unite for cooking tutorials on a budget

The England striker has joined forces with the celebrity chef and some famous friends to encourage low-income families to cook more.

European Super League to consider next steps after English clubs withdraw

European Super League to consider next steps after English clubs withdraw

Boris Johnson had warned he was prepared to legislate to block the new league plans, accusing breakaway football clubs of forming ‘a kind of cartel’.

English clubs to quit European Super League following fan backlash

English clubs to quit European Super League following fan backlash

Boris Johnson had previously warned he was prepared to legislate to block the new league plans.

UK-ticket holder scoops £59m EuroMillions jackpot

UK-ticket holder scoops £59m EuroMillions jackpot

The winning numbers were 5, 17, 28, 41 and 46 with the Lucky Star numbers 10 and 11.

All the key announcements Apple made at its spring event

All the key announcements Apple made at its spring event

The technology firm unveiled new iPads, an iMac, a new iPhone 12 colour and its AirTag tracker accessories.

William and FA boss hold talks as European Super League row intensifies

William and FA boss hold talks as European Super League row intensifies

The duke is a keen Aston Villa supporter and on Monday tweeted how he shared ‘the concerns of fans’ over the controversial proposals.

Johnson urges others to ‘follow lead’ of clubs quitting European Super League

Johnson urges others to ‘follow lead’ of clubs quitting European Super League

There have also been reports that Spanish clubs Atletico Madrid and Barcelona were set to withdraw from the competition.

Johnson faces questions about ‘honesty and integrity’ amid Arcuri claims

Johnson faces questions about ‘honesty and integrity’ amid Arcuri claims

The Prime Minister was asked about his relationship with the American businesswoman during a live coronavirus briefing.

Plan for White House-style briefings scrapped despite £2.6m being spent on venue

Plan for White House-style briefings scrapped despite £2.6m being spent on venue

The hi-tech refurbishment of the venue in No 9 Downing Street was branded a ‘vanity project’ by Labour.

Covid Memorial Wall should become permanent if the public wants – Archbishop

Covid Memorial Wall should become permanent if the public wants – Archbishop

The Archbishop of Canterbury spoke with bereaved relatives adding tributes to the wall in central London along with other faith leaders on Tuesday.

Chelsea to quit European Super League after Johnson threatens to block plans

Chelsea to quit European Super League after Johnson threatens to block plans

It is understood the Blues are preparing documents to formally withdraw from the proposed competition.

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