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Rail union leader says blackouts a 'realistic possibility' in biggest strike in a generation

In an interview with the Mirror, RMT chief Mick Lynch said walkouts could begin in mid-June and refused to rule out a general strike - saying Tory ministers want to 'shut virtually every ticket office in Britain'

Daily Mirror

Who is Anneka Rice as the 80s TV icon confirms the return of Challenge Anneka

The TV presenter once had the most famous bottom in Britain when she first captured the nation's hearts climbing in and out of helicopters for Treasure Hunt

Wales Online

Why Britain really can't afford to cut civil servants right now

A letter leaked to the BBC has revealed that the UK government aims to cut up to 91,000 civil service jobs over the next three years to save money. The letter, sent to civil servants by Simon Case, the cabinet secretary, sets out the aim of reducing staffing levels back…

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Commonwealth in Kigali: another chance for Rwanda's Kagame to project soft power

Rwanda is getting its turn to host the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting from 20 June to 25 June 2022. The grouping of former imperialist Britain power plus its dismantled empire of former colonies, protectorates, and mandates has not had its biennial summit since 2018 because of COVID restrictions. Rwanda,…

The Conversation

Could strikes solve the cost of living crisis for Britain’s workers?

The courage of Britain’s train drivers might provide the inspiration for other workers to fight back against low pay, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

The Guardian - UK

Britain’s strictest headteacher makes pupils walk to lessons in silence to help them learn better

Katharine Birbalsingh appeared on ITV's Lorraine following her recent documentary

Wales Online

Britain could face bottled beer shortage as price of glass almost doubles

Some breweries are set to switch from bottles to cans - whilst others will keep their bottles but put their prices up

Wales Online

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Sadiq Khan demands Met Police explain why Boris Johnson not fined after ‘leaving party’ pictures emerge

Scotland Yard was plunged deeper into the partygate storm on Tuesday as Sadiq Khan demanded it explain why Boris Johnson was not fined for attending what appeared to be a leaving party in No10 when Britain was in lockdown.

Evening Standard

More turn to UK food banks as food and fuel bills soar

Across Britain, food banks and community food hubs that helped struggling families, older people and the homeless during the pandemic are now seeing soaring demand

The Independent UK

Tenants by Vicky Spratt review – empty rooms and empty promises

This astute analysis examines the toxic lottery of Britain’s housing crisis and the devastating outcomes of having no fixed abode

The Guardian - UK

Emma Raducanu joins Brits in second round as French Open enters third day

Britain’s US Open champion was a set and a break down against 17-year-old qualifier Linda Novoska on Monday but battled back to win in three.

The Independent UK

Family of Scots teen left with brain damage dismayed kids still riding bikes without helmets

There is currently no law which compels cyclists of any age to wear a helmet in Britain.

Daily Record

London's $24 billion Crossrail finally opens

London's long-delayed and over-budget Crossrail finally opens to passengers on Tuesday, offering faster journeys from Heathrow Airport and Berkshire in the west to Essex in the east through a series of new, long tunnels under Britain's capital.

Reuters

UK’s first national black British civil-rights group launched

The launch coincides with the second anniversary of the murder in the US of George Floyd.

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UK’s first national Black civil rights organisation launched by cross-section of influential figures

A national and independent civil rights group, founded by some of the most influential Black people in the country, has been set up to advance justice for Britain’s Black communities.

Reuters

Soccer-Britain set to approve Abramovich's sale of Chelsea - source

Britain is set to approve the sale of Premier League soccer Chelsea to a consortium led by Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Todd Boehly, a source familiar with the situation told Reuters, after owner Roman Abramovich gave assurances over the deal.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Britain’s Queen Elizabeth Attends Chelsea Flower Show

Britain's Queen Elizabeth attended the Chelsea Flower Show on Monday, the latest of several appearances that have helped to ease public concerns about her health ahead of a national celebration of her seven decades on the throne. The 96-year-old monarch was driven around the Royal Horticultural Society's annual festival of…

Reuters

Britain's Queen Elizabeth attends Chelsea Flower Show

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In capturing the changing face of Britain, playwrights can explain us to ourselves

Beth Steel’s The House of Shades unites national politics and private lives through the fortunes of a working-class family from 1965 to 2019

Liverpool Echo

Britain braced for 'beer shortage' over Budweiser and Stella Artois brewery strikes

Anyone fancying a pint of Budweiser, Stella Artois, Becks and other major brands could go thirsty this summer

The Independent UK

Spot the difference: TikTok-famous secretary entrances millions with epic ‘illusion cake’ clips

USA -based Marian Sarkisian, 29, honed her cake making skills on a week-long “basics” course in Britain where she says the best bakers originate

Evening Standard

UK in talks with allies on ‘coalition-of-willing’ to create safe corridor from Odesa to save millions from starvation

Britain is involved in talks with allies about creating a coalition-of-the-willing to open up ports in Ukraine for grain exports to stop millions of people starving around the world.

Reuters

UK, Lithuania boost defence collaboration amid fears of Russian aggression

Britain and Lithuania signed a joint declaration on Monday to boost defence and security collaboration, stepping up London's support of nations that fear Russian President Vladimir Putin will not stop at Ukraine in trying to redraw Europe's borders.

Edinburgh Live

Britain's best seaside hotels list features Fife inn with beer garden at the beach

Described as an 'institution', this famous spot - which boasts stunning views over the beach and out to sea - was included as just one of three Scottish hotels in the top 25 UK list.

Reuters

Does the Commonwealth have a future after Queen Elizabeth?

As Queen Elizabeth celebrates her 70th year on the throne, there are questions about whether the Commonwealth of Nations, which she was instrumental in creating and remains one of her proudest achievements, has a future when her reign is over.

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