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Explosive Mandelson files to be published as soon as next week after peer's arrest in London

The Government is seeking to publish the documents as soon as possible as it seeks to contain the damage being caused by the Mandelson scandal

Evening Standard

Ministers still plan to release Mandelson files in March after peer’s arrest

Lord Mandelson was released on bail in the early hours of Tuesday morning after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

The Independent UK

Documents on Peter Mandelson appointment to be released early March – minister

Mr Jones’ statement came minutes before the force announced Lord Mandelson had been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

The Independent UK

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From Scampi Fries to Shakespeare: Best moments at the Baftas

Here are some of the most funny and memorable moments from the 79th British Academy Film Awards.

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Jessie Buckley and Teyana Taylor bring drama to the Bafta red carpet

Jessie Buckley donned an electric blue Grecian-style gown to walk the red carpet.

Evening Standard

Kate rewears dreamy blush gown to the Baftas

The Princess of Wales opted for a regal Gucci gown on the red carpet.

The Independent UK

Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Hudson among Hollywood stars at Baftas

Gillian Anderson, Emily Watson, Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley were also photographed on the red carpet in central London.

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Baftas 2026: Emma Stone leads stars in daring red carpet fashion

Celebrities descended on London’s Royal Albert Hall in risque designs for the Baftas.

The Independent UK

Bafta red carpet in pictures: Gorgeous gowns, stylish suits and a duffle coat

The Bafta film awards at the Royal Festival Hall invited all the big stars, including Paddington bear

Evening Standard

I Swear filmmaker did not ask Robert Aramayo to audition for lead role

The Bafta-nominated Kirk Jones film tells the story of Scottish campaigner John Davidson’s life living with Tourette syndrome.

Evening Standard

Bafta chairwoman: It’s been a really good year for watching films

Sara Putt, the head Bafta, said it had been a “glorious” year for audiences as stars arrived for the awards ceremony in central London.

Evening Standard

Deaf woman lay dying as killer ‘Nasty’ detained by police nearby, court told

Zahwa Mukhtar suffered fatal injuries after she was thrown out of a car and attacked on a quiet street in east London, the Old Bailey heard.

Evening Standard

Deaf woman kicked and left to die in east London street by raver nicknamed Nasty, court told

Zahwa Mukhtar, 27, was thrown out of a car and fatally attacked in ‘senseless killing’, the Old Bailey was told

Evening Standard

A surprise candidate to replace Starmer could neutralise Farage’s voter appeal

NEWS ANALYSIS: With the prime minister rumoured to be ‘in a dark place’ and considering quitting over the Mandelson scandal, political editor David Maddox looks at the possible replacements, including a rapidly emerging surprise contender

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‘Hero’ bus driver says he did not tell his family in Ireland about tribunal

Mark Hehir, who is originally from Limerick but now lives in London, was fired by Metroline after he chased down a thief.

Evening Standard

London Assembly demands apology for sacked 'hero' bus driver as 137,000 people sign petition

David Lammy told the House of Commons: ‘I’m very grateful, Mark is of course a hero and deserves our support’

The Independent UK

Bus theft victim felt ‘so guilty’ after hero driver lost his job

More than 125,000 people have signed a petition in support

Evening Standard

Post Office ‘dishonestly’ withheld evidence when suing subpostmaster, court told

Lee Castleton is suing the Post Office and Fujitsu at the High Court in the wake of the Horizon scandal.

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Harry says Daily Mail publisher’s alleged unlawful actions ‘deeply troubling’

Lawyers acting on behalf of the duke and others said Associated Newspapers Limited ‘knew they had skeletons in their closet’.

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Harry left ‘paranoid beyond belief’ by Mail’s ‘unlawful’ actions, court told

The duke is taking legal action against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL) over allegations of unlawful information gathering.

Evening Standard

What are the claims made by Harry and others against Mail publisher?

Seven people are suing Associated Newspapers Limited over claims of unlawful information gathering, which the publisher denies.

Evening Standard

Criminals detained in hospitals could lose thousands in benefits under plans

The parents of a Nottingham attack victim said they were ‘delighted’ that the Government is looking into a benefits ban for hospital order convicts.

Evening Standard

Kate Garraway blasts 'awful' AI hoax that gave her 'fake boyfriend' and targeted her teenage son

Garraway recounted how the fake images began nearly a year ago, just after the death of her husband Derek Draper

Evening Standard

Diana’s memorial playground centrepiece undergoes finishing touches before summer 2026 reopening

Situated next to Diana’s former home Kensington Palace, it has an average of one million visitors per year

The Independent UK

Diana’s memorial playground centrepiece undergoes finishing touches in Germany

Situated next to Diana’s former home Kensington Palace, it has an average of one million visitors per year.

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