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UK woman convicted over Cyprus rape claim ‘anxious but upbeat’ as appeal starts

UK woman convicted over Cyprus rape claim ‘anxious but upbeat’ as appeal starts

UK woman convicted over Cyprus rape claim ‘anxious but upbeat’ as appeal starts

16 September 2021

The then 19-year-old, from Derby, was handed a suspended four-month jail term last year


Philip Morris confirms majority of inhaler firm shareholders agree to takeover

Philip Morris confirms majority of inhaler firm shareholders agree to takeover

Philip Morris confirms majority of inhaler firm shareholders agree to takeover

16 September 2021

The cigarette company said it now has support from investors representing 74% of Vectura shareholders.


Co-op warns supply chain crisis will push up prices and put pressure on profits

Co-op warns supply chain crisis will push up prices and put pressure on profits

Co-op warns supply chain crisis will push up prices and put pressure on profits

16 September 2021

The group reported underlying pre-tax operating losses of £15m for the six months to July 3, compared with profits of £56m a year ago.


Boy getting ‘most expensive drug’ for genetic condition is ‘best thing ever’

Boy getting ‘most expensive drug’ for genetic condition is ‘best thing ever’

Boy getting ‘most expensive drug’ for genetic condition is ‘best thing ever’

16 September 2021

Marley is the latest youngster to get Zolgensma treatment following a landmark deal between NHS England and its US manufacturer.


Wildlife park staff ‘relieved’ as Vlad the tiger survives anaesthetic

Wildlife park staff ‘relieved’ as Vlad the tiger survives anaesthetic

Wildlife park staff ‘relieved’ as Vlad the tiger survives anaesthetic

16 September 2021

Vladimir, an Amur tiger at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, had to undergo an X-ray on his back to check a condition causing a curve in his spine.


Press reacts to Boris Johnson’s ‘brutal’ and ‘ruthless’ Cabinet reshuffle

Press reacts to Boris Johnson’s ‘brutal’ and ‘ruthless’ Cabinet reshuffle

Press reacts to Boris Johnson’s ‘brutal’ and ‘ruthless’ Cabinet reshuffle

16 September 2021

The move was called ‘a blood transfusion rather than drastic surgery’ by one prominent columnist.


England has highest university tuition fees in developed world – OECD

England has highest university tuition fees in developed world – OECD

England has highest university tuition fees in developed world – OECD

16 September 2021

Overseas students may question the value of paying large sums for a degree abroad when lessons are largely online, a report suggested.


Co-op announces acceleration of online strategy

Co-op announces acceleration of online strategy

Co-op announces acceleration of online strategy

16 September 2021

The retailer has announced a partnership with Amazon and extension of robot deliveries to fuel online sales.


What the papers say – September 16

What the papers say – September 16

What the papers say – September 16

16 September 2021

Major moves within the Government feature on many of the front pages on Thursday.


Boris Johnson to follow Cabinet moves with more reshuffling of ministerial pack

Boris Johnson to follow Cabinet moves with more reshuffling of ministerial pack

Boris Johnson to follow Cabinet moves with more reshuffling of ministerial pack

15 September 2021

The Prime Minister opted to make major changes to his top team during a dramatic shake-up.


Kew Gardens gains Guinness World Record for its 17,000-strong plant collection

Kew Gardens gains Guinness World Record for its 17,000-strong plant collection

Kew Gardens gains Guinness World Record for its 17,000-strong plant collection

15 September 2021

Along with 16,900 species of plant, Kew Gardens is growing a budding collection of world record titles.


UK, US and Australia form defence alliance in bid to keep China in check

UK, US and Australia form defence alliance in bid to keep China in check

UK, US and Australia form defence alliance in bid to keep China in check

15 September 2021

The Aukus partnership will see the three nations work together to supply Australia with nuclear-powered submarines.


Almost half of new Cabinet studied at Oxford or Cambridge

Almost half of new Cabinet studied at Oxford or Cambridge

Almost half of new Cabinet studied at Oxford or Cambridge

15 September 2021

The percentage privately educated is down slightly on Boris Johnson’s previous cabinets.


Sculptures to thank key workers spotted on tour in Edinburgh ahead of exhibition

Sculptures to thank key workers spotted on tour in Edinburgh ahead of exhibition

Sculptures to thank key workers spotted on tour in Edinburgh ahead of exhibition

15 September 2021

Sculptures painted by artists from around the UK to thank key workers were spotted in Edinburgh ahead of an exhibition taking place on Friday.


Charles highlights financial and environmental benefits of reducing food waste

Charles highlights financial and environmental benefits of reducing food waste

Charles highlights financial and environmental benefits of reducing food waste

15 September 2021

The Prince of Wales has been a long-term campaigner on environmental issues.


Johnson blasted for joking Patel is making UK ‘the Saudi Arabia of penal policy’

Johnson blasted for joking Patel is making UK ‘the Saudi Arabia of penal policy’

Johnson blasted for joking Patel is making UK ‘the Saudi Arabia of penal policy’

15 September 2021

Opposition politicians said that the Prime Minister had reached a ‘new low’.


PM to make national security announcement alongside US and Australian leaders

PM to make national security announcement alongside US and Australian leaders

PM to make national security announcement alongside US and Australian leaders

15 September 2021

The joint statement is said to be about announcing a new working group aimed at stemming China’s growing military influence.


Junior minister parachuted in to deliver Oliver Dowden speech after reshuffle

Junior minister parachuted in to deliver Oliver Dowden speech after reshuffle

Junior minister parachuted in to deliver Oliver Dowden speech after reshuffle

15 September 2021

The former culture secretary is now Minister without Portfolio.


Nadine Dorries: Ex-I’m A Celeb star and best-selling author takes culture brief

Nadine Dorries: Ex-I’m A Celeb star and best-selling author takes culture brief

Nadine Dorries: Ex-I’m A Celeb star and best-selling author takes culture brief

15 September 2021

Her jaunt in the jungle ended when she was voted off after failing to impress in a Bushtucker Trial.


Nadhim Zahawi promoted to Education Secretary after overseeing vaccine rollout

Nadhim Zahawi promoted to Education Secretary after overseeing vaccine rollout

Nadhim Zahawi promoted to Education Secretary after overseeing vaccine rollout

15 September 2021

He succeeds Gavin Williamson in the role.


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