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This crosses a line UEFA furious at FIFAs World Cup private investment plan

UEFA insists the World Cup is not an “asset to trade” after FIFA confirmed plans to set up a private company to run its competitions which would have links to the extended family of United States President Donald Trump.

Burnham to hold cross party talks on fixing crisis in adult social care

Andy Burnham will hold a cross-party meeting to discuss tackling the crisis in adult social care, as he pledged to “put everything I’ve got” into fixing the system.

Fan of TV serial killer Dexter guilty of murdering two men

A fan of TV serial killer Dexter has been found guilty of murdering two homeless men whose bodies were dismembered and hidden in woodland before he killed his cellmate while awaiting trial.

Burnham and Badenoch clash over prison early release scheme

Andy Burnham insisted prisoners would not be released early in September under plans to ease overcrowding in jails as the Tories demanded emergency legislation and the possible recall of Parliament to address the issue.

Cold case squad haunted by unsolved disappearance of Suzy Lamplugh

Cold case detectives remain “haunted” by the unsolved disappearance of Suzy Lamplugh 40 years on, as the clock ticks down to the case being mothballed in 12 months’ time.

New technical education pathways for 14 year olds in Andy Burnham reforms

New technical education routes will be available to 14-year-olds as Andy Burnham drives reforms to tackle youth unemployment.

Burnham calls for cross party talks on social care reform

Andy Burnham will seek cross-party talks on social care reform as he faces calls to legislate for a national care service before the next election.

Heat health alerts raised as fourth heatwave of the summer looms

Heat health alerts have been upgraded to amber in some areas of England as the fourth heatwave of the year looms and parts of the country struggle with persistent dry weather.

Wildlife presenter and Goodies star Bill Oddie dies aged 85

Wildlife presenter and Goodies star Bill Oddie has died at the age of 85, his agent has said.

Luke Littler warns he can still get better after retaining World Matchplay title

Luke Littler warned he can still get better after crushing Gerwyn Price 18-9 to retain his Betfred World Matchplay title in Blackpool.

Burnham to host Zelensky with pledge of unwavering support for Ukraine

Andy Burnham said UK support for Ukraine “remains unwavering” ahead of welcoming Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday as his first international visitor since becoming Prime Minister.

Berlin Pride attack suspect shot dead by police

A man suspected of carrying out the Berlin Pride attack that left one person dead and 29 injured has been shot dead by police during a confrontation in a suburb of the city.