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What the papers say – April 28

What the papers say – April 28

What the papers say – April 28

28 April 2023

A wide variety of stories featured on the front pages of British newspapers on Friday.


Four men charged after murder in southwest London

Four men charged after murder in southwest London

Four men charged after murder in southwest London

27 April 2023

The 22-year-old victim died from a gunshot wound to the chest.


Tory MP Julian Knight ‘faces fresh sexual misconduct allegations’

Tory MP Julian Knight ‘faces fresh sexual misconduct allegations’

Tory MP Julian Knight ‘faces fresh sexual misconduct allegations’

27 April 2023

The fresh complaints are thought to be about inappropriate comments and behaviour, according to the BBC.


Author hails Baillie Gifford winner of winners prize as ‘crowning achievement’

Author hails Baillie Gifford winner of winners prize as ‘crowning achievement’

Author hails Baillie Gifford winner of winners prize as ‘crowning achievement’

27 April 2023

James Shapiro said it was ‘incredibly rewarding’ to have written a book that ‘stands the test of time’ after claiming the prestigious accolade.


Rishi Sunak set to fall short on pledge for ‘bonfire’ of 4,000 EU-era laws

Rishi Sunak set to fall short on pledge for ‘bonfire’ of 4,000 EU-era laws

Rishi Sunak set to fall short on pledge for ‘bonfire’ of 4,000 EU-era laws

27 April 2023

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch said the Government will only be able to remove 800 of the retained laws before the end of 2023.


Britons in Sudan urged to head to airfield ‘quickly’ after ceasefire extended

Britons in Sudan urged to head to airfield ‘quickly’ after ceasefire extended

Britons in Sudan urged to head to airfield ‘quickly’ after ceasefire extended

27 April 2023

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly urged UK nationals ‘wishing to leave to proceed to the airport as quickly as possible to ensure their safety’.


Book about Shakespeare’s pivotal year named Baillie Gifford winner of winners

Book about Shakespeare’s pivotal year named Baillie Gifford winner of winners

Book about Shakespeare’s pivotal year named Baillie Gifford winner of winners

27 April 2023

The annual literary prize is marking its 25th anniversary by selecting the best of its 24 previous winners.


Ceasefire extended in Sudan in boost for British evacuation mission

Ceasefire extended in Sudan in boost for British evacuation mission

Ceasefire extended in Sudan in boost for British evacuation mission

27 April 2023

The rival generals agreed to a further 72-hour pause to the fierce fighting as a midnight deadline approached.


Tony Iommi attends Birmingham launch event for Black Sabbath – The Ballet

Tony Iommi attends Birmingham launch event for Black Sabbath – The Ballet

Tony Iommi attends Birmingham launch event for Black Sabbath – The Ballet

27 April 2023

Rehearsals for the show were under way on Thursday ahead of the its opening in September.


Farmer and former children’s TV presenter to take on ceremonial coronation roles

Farmer and former children’s TV presenter to take on ceremonial coronation roles

Farmer and former children’s TV presenter to take on ceremonial coronation roles

27 April 2023

Buckingham Palace said those taking part have been chosen to recognise, thank and represent the nation due to their significant service.


Sunak to urge SNP to stop focusing on ‘constitutional abstractions’

Sunak to urge SNP to stop focusing on ‘constitutional abstractions’

Sunak to urge SNP to stop focusing on ‘constitutional abstractions’

27 April 2023

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to address the Scottish Conservative conference in Glasgow on Friday.


School leaders in England will be balloted again over strikes in pay dispute

School leaders in England will be balloted again over strikes in pay dispute

School leaders in England will be balloted again over strikes in pay dispute

27 April 2023

All four major unions representing teachers and headteachers are balloting members in England over possible action.


Report into Richard Sharp’s appointment as BBC chairman due to be published

Report into Richard Sharp’s appointment as BBC chairman due to be published

Report into Richard Sharp’s appointment as BBC chairman due to be published

27 April 2023

The result of the investigation is expected on Friday morning.


The full list of people tasked with ceremonial roles during the coronation service

The full list of people tasked with ceremonial roles during the coronation service

The full list of people tasked with ceremonial roles during the coronation service

27 April 2023

The duties include bearing the regalia in the procession through Westminster Abbey and presenting the items to the King and Queen Consort.


Body discovered in hunt for partner of pregnant teacher who was found dead

Body discovered in hunt for partner of pregnant teacher who was found dead

Body discovered in hunt for partner of pregnant teacher who was found dead

27 April 2023

Police have found the body of David Yates, who was wanted in connection with the death of Marelle Sturrock.


Police to get power to stop slow walking climate protests

Police to get power to stop slow walking climate protests

Police to get power to stop slow walking climate protests

27 April 2023

New legislation would give officers the ability to intervene.


Welcome To Wrexham season two to arrive on Disney+ later this year

Welcome To Wrexham season two to arrive on Disney+ later this year

Welcome To Wrexham season two to arrive on Disney+ later this year

27 April 2023

The series documents the progress of Wrexham AFC, after being bought by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney almost three years ago.


Coronation reception to be held for Charles and Camilla at Palace of Westminster

Coronation reception to be held for Charles and Camilla at Palace of Westminster

Coronation reception to be held for Charles and Camilla at Palace of Westminster

27 April 2023

The King and Queen Consort will gather with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer in Westminster Hall on May 2.


Duke of Sussex and Hugh Grant face wait to hear if NGN claims can go to trial

Duke of Sussex and Hugh Grant face wait to hear if NGN claims can go to trial

Duke of Sussex and Hugh Grant face wait to hear if NGN claims can go to trial

27 April 2023

They are suing News Group Newspapers over alleged unlawful information gathering and the publisher is trying to have their claims thrown out.


‘Massive relief’ as son reunited with father who fled Sudan

‘Massive relief’ as son reunited with father who fled Sudan

‘Massive relief’ as son reunited with father who fled Sudan

27 April 2023

Ahmed Babikir is a British-Sudanese start-up founder from Kingston upon Thames.


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