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What the papers say – February 24

What the papers say – February 24

What the papers say – February 24

24 February 2023

The Queen Consort’s defence of Roald Dahl features on several front pages.


Extra police powers in place after incident involving people armed with swords

Extra police powers in place after incident involving people armed with swords

Extra police powers in place after incident involving people armed with swords

24 February 2023

Police said there were reports of up to eight people armed with samurai swords and machetes, as well as damage to vehicles.


Sadiq Khan announces funding to deliver affordable housing for refugees

Sadiq Khan announces funding to deliver affordable housing for refugees

Sadiq Khan announces funding to deliver affordable housing for refugees

24 February 2023

Mr Khan said he has allocated £126 million to the scheme from the Government’s £500 million Local Authority Housing Fund.


Wallace declares Army’s ‘troubled’ £5.5 billion Ajax tank order back on track

Wallace declares Army’s ‘troubled’ £5.5 billion Ajax tank order back on track

Wallace declares Army’s ‘troubled’ £5.5 billion Ajax tank order back on track

24 February 2023

Originally intended to enter service in 2017, it has been repeatedly delayed.


Mobile users ‘stuck between mid-contract hikes and exit fees of more than £400’

Mobile users ‘stuck between mid-contract hikes and exit fees of more than £400’

Mobile users ‘stuck between mid-contract hikes and exit fees of more than £400’

24 February 2023

Which? is calling on providers to reconsider price rises – regardless of whether they are ‘transparent’.


UK undermining its credibility at global ocean treaty talks, say campaigners

UK undermining its credibility at global ocean treaty talks, say campaigners

UK undermining its credibility at global ocean treaty talks, say campaigners

24 February 2023

International negotiations are taking place in New York that aim to establish legally protected areas throughout the world’s oceans.


Red Sea resorts may be cost-effective choice for UK holidaymakers

Red Sea resorts may be cost-effective choice for UK holidaymakers

Red Sea resorts may be cost-effective choice for UK holidaymakers

24 February 2023

But sterling has fallen in value against some currencies which have seen strong sales growth, according to Post Office Travel Money.


Ukrainian couple who found love amid war say humour has helped them survive

Ukrainian couple who found love amid war say humour has helped them survive

Ukrainian couple who found love amid war say humour has helped them survive

24 February 2023

Volodymyr, 70, and Olga, 67, spoke with the PA news agency at Depaul refuge centre in Kyiv.


Fourth man held over attempted murder of senior detective in Northern Ireland

Fourth man held over attempted murder of senior detective in Northern Ireland

Fourth man held over attempted murder of senior detective in Northern Ireland

24 February 2023

Police said the arrest was made under the Terrorism Act and the man is currently being questioned by detectives in Musgrave serious crime suite.


Nominations close in SNP leadership race

Nominations close in SNP leadership race

Nominations close in SNP leadership race

24 February 2023

Nicola Sturgeon’s successor will be announced on March 27.


Ukraine marks one year of war as UK and allies pledge ongoing support

Ukraine marks one year of war as UK and allies pledge ongoing support

Ukraine marks one year of war as UK and allies pledge ongoing support

24 February 2023

In London, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will lead a national minute’s silence to mark the anniversary of the war.


Murderers could be compelled to appear in court for sentencing under new laws

Murderers could be compelled to appear in court for sentencing under new laws

Murderers could be compelled to appear in court for sentencing under new laws

23 February 2023

Justice Secretary Dominic Raab said he is considering new legislation after meeting with the family of Zara Aleena, whose killer avoided court.


Justin Welby: Deal to end war must not treat Russia like Germany in 1919

Justin Welby: Deal to end war must not treat Russia like Germany in 1919

Justin Welby: Deal to end war must not treat Russia like Germany in 1919

23 February 2023

An end to the war must be fair for Ukraine and not harsh on Moscow, the Archbishop of Canterbury has warned.


Ukrainians have not lost optimism after one year of war, ambassador tells vigil

Ukrainians have not lost optimism after one year of war, ambassador tells vigil

Ukrainians have not lost optimism after one year of war, ambassador tells vigil

23 February 2023

Vadym Prystaiko, speaking at a vigil to mark the anniversary of Russia’s invasion, insisted Ukrainian people are ‘confidently looking at our future’.


Harvey Weinstein begs judge for ‘mercy’ as he receives 16-year sentence

Harvey Weinstein begs judge for ‘mercy’ as he receives 16-year sentence

Harvey Weinstein begs judge for ‘mercy’ as he receives 16-year sentence

23 February 2023

Weinstein was found guilty of rape and two other sexual misconduct charges involving a woman known as Jane Doe One, after a trial in December.


Alec Baldwin pleads not guilty to charges of involuntary manslaughter

Alec Baldwin pleads not guilty to charges of involuntary manslaughter

Alec Baldwin pleads not guilty to charges of involuntary manslaughter

23 February 2023

The actor was due to appear in US court for the first time on Friday.


Police confirm sighting of Yorkshire man missing in Glencoe

Police confirm sighting of Yorkshire man missing in Glencoe

Police confirm sighting of Yorkshire man missing in Glencoe

23 February 2023

Kyle Sambrook, 33, was last seen in the Lost Valley area of Glencoe on Sunday, February 19, police said.


Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 16 years in prison in Los Angeles

Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 16 years in prison in Los Angeles

Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 16 years in prison in Los Angeles

23 February 2023

Weinstein was found guilty of rape and other sexual misconduct charges involving a woman last December.


Kalush Orchestra frontman shares hopes of Ukraine hosting Eurovision in 2024

Kalush Orchestra frontman shares hopes of Ukraine hosting Eurovision in 2024

Kalush Orchestra frontman shares hopes of Ukraine hosting Eurovision in 2024

23 February 2023

The Ukrainian folk-rap group were triumphant at last year’s competition.


Family of mother who died after Tenerife hit-and-run launch inquiry bid

Family of mother who died after Tenerife hit-and-run launch inquiry bid

Family of mother who died after Tenerife hit-and-run launch inquiry bid

23 February 2023

Michelle Exton died in hospital four days later as a result of the injuries she suffered in the collision near the resort of Golf del Sur.


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