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Labour challenged as Chinese investment ‘allowed in England but blocked in Scotland’

LABOUR must explain why they blocked a Chinese firm’s £1.5 billion investment in the Highlands while supporting a “multitude of Chinese-backed…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 20

What Arsenal star has said about Ezri Konsa before £51m transfer completed

England defender is already highly-rated in the Gunners dressing room

Evening Standard · Aug 20

Jordan Cox reflects on missed opportunities despite England’s big lead against Pakistan

England had four half-centurions on day two at Headingley but there were a few regrets on their failure to reach three figures

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20

England take control against Pakistan on day two of first men’s Test – as it happened

Over-by-over report: Harry Brook led the way with 91 as England established a commanding 195-run lead on day two at Headingley

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20

Andy Burnham's £442M Plan To Get Every Rough Sleeper off UK Streets by Christmas

Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces a £442 million initiative to provide emergency accommodation and long-term support for rough sleepers in England, aiming for significant progress by Christmas.

International Business Times UK · Aug 20

GCSE Results 2026: When Results Are Released and What Happens If You Miss Your Target Grades

GCSE results day is crucial for students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, impacting their educational and career paths. Options exist for those who miss target grades, including appeals and resits.

International Business Times UK · Aug 20

GCSE results: almost one in four boys in England get top grades in maths

Overall results slightly better than last year, with share receiving grades 7, 8 and 9 rising by 0.1 of a percentage point to 23.1%

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20

Top GCSE grades rise but key pass rate returns to pre-pandemic levels

Hundreds of thousands of pupils across England, Wales and Northern Ireland received GCSE grades and technical awards on Thursday morning.

Evening Standard · Aug 20

GCSE results: Key numbers and trends

The proportion of entries awarded 4/C or above has returned to pre-pandemic levels for the first time.

Evening Standard · Aug 20

UK hit with heavy rain and thunderstorms as Met Office warns of flash flooding

Some areas in the country had the ‘first meaningful rain for a long time” this week

The Independent UK · Aug 20