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DWP to launch £842m cost of living boost for millions of vulnerable families
Local authorities will send extra cash to families as part of a scheme running until March 2024
Matt Davies
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Tomatoes join list of items in short supply across UK supermarkets
Fresh produce has vanished off the shelves, and shoppers have shared their frustrations on social media
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The 15 baby names that remain fashionable after 100 years - full list
The Office for National Statistics data contains several names favoured by the monarchy, with boys' names dominating (Contains affiliate links)
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Jeremy Hunt reportedly planning 'back to work budget' to bring over 50s out of retirement
The news follows concerns of a 'pensions crisis' caused by large numbers of people leaving work since the pandemic
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Fundraiser to support Nicola Bulley's family after her tragic death raises thousands
Paul Ansell's work colleague, Andy Lawson, has set up a GoFundMe page to help the family through this devastating time
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Nicola Bulley’s family say she is finally at rest as 'worst fears' confirmed
Nicola Bulley's body was pulled from the river on Sunday, yet police face widespread criticism over the investigation
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Salman Rushdie condemns ‘absurd censorship’ after Roald Dahl’s books rewritten
Sir Philip Pullman and Rishi Sunak have condemned the choice to alter terms deemed offensive to modern readers
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Tory MP Lee Anderson says wanting to restore death penalty is not a 'lunatic' view
Mr Anderson has held the opinion 'since he was a teenager' but said capital punishment would 'never be government policy'
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Nicola Bulley's partner speaks of 'agony' after body found in river
Paul Ansell said 'we have to be strong' after a search team pulled a yet-to-be-identified body from the river on Sunday
InYourArea Community
Leicestershire County Council named in list of top LGBTQ+ friendly employers
The council has landed a spot on the list for the 12th consecutive year, ranking 48th for 2023
InYourArea Community
Welsh Government plans consultation to discuss end of greyhound racing
The RSPCA has hailed the upcoming consultation as a 'huge moment' for animal welfare
InYourArea Community
Leicestershire grassroots sports facilities to be improved under levelling up pledge
Eight areas will benefit as part of plans to ensure that 'all families live within 15 minutes of a football pitch'