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Tory peer to retire after facing suspension over Covid-era PPE contracts deal

Lord Chadlington was facing a 12-month suspension from the upper chamber

Evening Standard · Mar 6

Tory peer to leave Lords after investigation finds he breached standards over Covid PPE deals

Lord Chadlington introduced government to company in which he had financial interest in 2020

The Guardian - UK · Mar 6

The best way to store your Christmas lights? Experts recommend this 'pool noodle' technique, and I think it's genius

How a pool noodle can save next Christmas.

Tom’s Guide · Dec 30, 2025

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Taking your Christmas tree down? Experts recommend this one extra step which 'keeps decorations fresh and helps deter pests'

This expert-recommended tip for storing your Christmas decorations also stops them from smelling musty

Tom’s Guide · Dec 30, 2025

Kristen Bell’s ‘Wicked’ tree is so good I can’t stop thinking about it a year on – it’s an Oz-inspired masterclass in nostalgic decor full of personality

It’s an Oz-inspired masterclass in nostalgic decor full of personality

Ideal Home · Nov 24, 2025

These Christmas trends will be everywhere in December – the best festive looks and star buys from the high street collections

The trends insiders are predicting will be big news in 2025

Ideal Home · Oct 16, 2025

How a VIP contract introduced by Tory peer left government owed £24m

DHSC rejected as ‘unusable’ PPE supplied by company linked to Lord Chadlington, which later went bust

The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2025

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Tory peer investigated for third time by Lords watchdog over ‘VIP lane’ contracts

Investigation follows publication by Covid-19 inquiry of messages sent by Lord Chadlington introducing SG Recruitment to government

The Guardian - UK · Mar 27, 2025

Tory peer introduced PPE firm to government after Cameron text, Covid inquiry hears

Inquiry looks at contracts worth £50m awarded to company linked to Lord Chadlington after he emailed DHSC adviser

The Guardian - UK · Mar 7, 2025

When you should take your Christmas tree down, according to experts

Here’s what tradition and safety guidelines say

The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2024

What can I stand my Christmas tree on to make it taller? Experts recommend 4 best ways to add height to your tree

Add height to your Christmas tree with these expert tips

Ideal Home · Nov 30, 2024

We’ve ended all the debates - this is the day you should put your Christmas decorations up, according to experts

Are you itching to put your decorations up?

Ideal Home · Nov 26, 2024

Christmas decor trends 2024 – the 5 new styles set to define this year’s festivities

The hottest themes to deck your home with

Ideal Home · Oct 24, 2024

Tory peer cleared for second time of breaking lobbying rules over PPE contracts

Watchdog says there is insufficient evidence Lord Chadlington breached rules over £50m in contracts

The Guardian - UK · Sep 27, 2023

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 3, 2023

Watchdog opens fresh inquiry into Tory peer over possible PPE lobbying breach

Lords standards commissioners to investigate Lord Chadlington over alleged rule-breaking in relation to £50m PPE contracts

The Guardian - UK · Jul 31, 2023

Call for watchdog to reinvestigate Tory peer over possible PPE lobbying breach

Lord Chadlington may have misled inquiry over introduction of firm awarded £50m in PPE contracts, Labour peer suggests

The Guardian - UK · Jul 26, 2023

Government likely to lose millions in dispute over PPE contract awarded via ‘VIP lane’

SG Recruitment UK allegedly failed to deliver on £20m-plus Covid contract awarded after Lord Chadlington introduction

Daily Record · May 11, 2023

Out-of-control dog attacked three people while running loose on industrial estate

David Sumner's two Caucasian Shepherds bit two passersby and caused another to be injured during their rampage.

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Liverpool Echo · May 11, 2023

Mum screamed for help as dangerous dog attacked her

The mum begged for help as the dog cornered her

The National (Scotland) · Jan 9, 2023

Conservative peer helped secure PPE deal worth £50m for firm linked to fellow Tory

A CONSERVATIVE peer who advised the government during the coronavirus pandemic helped a company secure PPE contracts worth £50 million after he was…

The Guardian - UK · Jan 9, 2023

Conservative peer helped land £50m PPE contract for firm linked to fellow Tory

Former party chairman referred SG Recruitment to ‘VIP lane’ after introduction by peer who owned shares in parent company

The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2022

Questions raised about Lords standards rules after Tory peer cleared of lobbying

Peter Selwyn Gummer, Lord Chadlington, had stake in company awarded £50m Covid contracts via government VIP lane

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