Summary: Chancellor Rishi Sunak orders a review of low-traffic neighbourhoods following criticism from Conservative MPs. The review aims to reassess the impact of LTNs on traffic flow , air quality , road safety , and local businesses . Debates over the benefits and drawbacks of low-traffic neighbourhoods have sparked discussions about urban planning and transportation policies . The government seeks to strike a balance between environmental concerns and residents' mobility needs in implementing traffic management measures. Stakeholders, including environmentalists, local businesses , and transport advocates, are eager...

Summary: The BBC faces questions about its handling of the scandal and the complaints process. Concerns raised about why the accused presenter remained on air despite serious allegations. Updates on the progress of the investigation and cooperation from external entities may be provided. The BBC's duty of care as an employer and its responsibility towards staff will be discussed. A potential review of the BBC's funding model, including advertising options, may be explored. ...

Summary: An independent review in England has led to government commitments to improve miscarriage care, including better ways to handle remains with dignity, a voluntary certificate for parents who've lost a baby before 24 weeks, and access to 24-7 care. Women who have faced miscarriages express the need for kindness, compassion, and information during their difficult time, and a lack of sensitivity in care can have long-lasting traumatic effects. Campaigners like musician Mylene Klass have been advocating for changes to miscarriage laws, highlighting the need to recognize the value of unborn lives and provide support and respec...

Summary: An independent review in England has led to government commitments to improve miscarriage care, including better ways to handle remains with dignity, a voluntary certificate for parents who suffer a miscarriage before 24 weeks, and access to 24-7 care. The review aims to put dignity back into the process of handling early pregnancy losses, addressing the prevailing clinical approach by healthcare staff. Campaigners, including musician Mylene Klass, have played a significant role in advocating for change to miscarriage laws and promoting awareness of the emotional toll of such losses. ...

Summary: New details emerge about the wrongful conviction of Andrew Malkinson , who spent years in prison for rape. Police and prosecutors were aware of potential DNA evidence that could have exonerated Malkinson, but took no action. The Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) declined to pursue an appeal based on the DNA evidence . Failure to thoroughly investigate inconsistent evidence raises concerns about the criminal justice system 's approach to miscarriages of justice. Calls for reform and better leadership within the CCRC in addressing wrongful conviction s. Ongoing investigation and broader implications for the p...

Summary: Hospital consultants in England strike for the first time in ten years, demanding better pay and improved working conditions. The government's acceptance of the 6% pay review body recommendation is seen as inadequate by consultants, who are facing a 35% pay erosion over the last 15 years. Trust leaders express concern over the potential impact of the strike on patient care, with nearly three-quarters of a million appointments canceled in the past eight months due to industrial action. ...

Summary: Australia suffers a devastating 3-2 loss against Nigeria in a recent match. Coach Tony Gustafson 's late substitutions and tactical decisions are under scrutiny. The Matildas face a must-win encounter against Canada in four days. Australia n fans are hopeful for a successful recovery and performance in the upcoming game. Nigeria has secured a massive win against the Matildas but from a purely Matildas perspective it does feel like they have reigned on Aus...

Summary: A mother was arrested in front of her child by Metropolitan Police officers over a fare evasion accusation on a bus. The video of the incident, showing the woman being forcefully restrained, has gone viral on social media, sparking public outrage. Family members present on the bus pleaded with the officers to explain the reason for the arrest and treat the woman with more respect. Calls for a thorough investigation into the incident and a review of police procedures have been growing. ...

Summary: The Prime Minister is reviewing the necessity of low traffic neighbourhoods in response to public concerns about green policies . Oxford 's experience with LTNs has resulted in mixed reactions, with some residents expressing frustration and businesses facing challenges. The debate over LTNs is not limited to Oxford , as London is also expanding its ultra-low emission zone , garnering both support and opposition from different political parties. While some residents praise low traffic neighbourhoods for creating safer and cleaner living spaces, others argue that the schemes merely displace traffic and pollution . ...

Summary: Prince Andrew seeks to regain taxpayer-funded security after losing it due to his civil sex assault case brought by Virginia Giuffre . Former Home Secretary Priti Patel 's suggestion of a security review for Prince Andrew sparks debate. Duncan Larkham argues for reinstating security due to Andrew's royal status and potential security risks . Ava Santina questions the appropriateness of taxpayers bearing the cost and compares Andrew's situation to that of other public figures. The discussion delves into the royal family's m...

Press conference: O'Neil on Lerma fitness, team spirit and Liverpool's attacking threat Afternoon Gary. Hi Mark. Obviously last week was a real blow for you and the lads and the club having played so well at times at the Emirates. How much of a psychological coaching session have you had to do with the lads to pick them up? Because conceding in that manner, in that style, when there was so much at stake, clearly the lads would have been disappointed. Have you had to kind of lift them in a psychological way? I think the moment in the dressing room right after it was the toughest aspect. So speaking to the group about how I felt about the game at that moment, understanding where they were emotionally from that. But moving past that this week has just gone back to Liverpool coming. So from Monday the lads were ready to work, ready to go. So there was absolutely no hangover what...

Summary: Red Bull wins 12th consecutive race, breaking McLaren's previous record. Max Verstappen secures his ninth win of the season, extending his championship lead. Daniel Ricciardo returns to Formula One, finishing 13th after a challenging race. Lando Norris secures second place, while Sergio Perez takes the third spot on the podium. Ferrari's performance falls short, while McLaren's progress under Andrea Sellar impresses. Red Bull continues its dominance in Fo...

King Charles: Taxpayers to Foot Bill for Monarch's Hefty Pay Rise Summary: The UK government plans to increase public funding for the monarchy by 45% from 2025. The increase will raise the Royal Family's grant from 86 million to 125 million, with a focus on salaries and Buckingham Palace refurbishment. Supporters argue that a constitutional monarchy serves as a unifying force and a diplomatic asset, but critics view it as excessive and potentially fueling Republican sentiments. King Charles has shown promise as a monarch, following the beloved Queen Elizabeth II, but public sentiment remains mixed. ...

Tom Bower: 'I was disgusted' by Boris Johnson's attempt to knight his father What were your thoughts when you saw this Tom? I was disgusted. Tell me why in particular. Well because I couldn't understand for what he should be knighted. I mean as my book shared conclusively Stanley Johnson was a terrible husband to Boris's mother. She told me shortly before she died in a very long and very harrowing conversation how Stanley, her husband had regularly beat her over the years of her marriage. I mean breaking the nose as your paper reported today was just one consequence. The more important consequence was that she was driven to a nervous breakdown and went to the Maudsley for nearly four months. And not only did he beat her, but he beat her up in front of Boris. So he saw it and combined with this appalling treatment he was serially an adulterer. So she felt complete...

The British public have ‘changed their minds’ on migration since Brexit I'm saying Brexit and the 2019 elections were predicated on people's views on migration generally, but particularly legal migration. But we have actually got data that says that, you know, attitudes are changing significantly. Let's take the Ruranda aspect of this, for example, mentioned in your thoughts on that as a policy, because it seems to have two question marks one is practicality is ever actually going to move many people to Rwanda? And secondly, is it going to be palatable to law if we remain in the European Convention on Human Rights? Both of those two questions, I think will come up in the House of Lords. Are they right to push back on Rwanda, do you think? Well, I think it's right for them to challenge the concepts behind the bill, whether they are right to actually challenge the policy...

This is Eurovision 2023 calling... | The Leader Podcast ES Audio From the Evening Standard in London, I'm Rachelle Travers and this is The Leader. Eurovision 2023. Are you ready? For the first time in 25 years, the competition is back on UK soil, as we play hosts for last year's winner, Ukraine. The party atmosphere is already well underway in Liverpool, who beat out a number of other cities hoping to be the stage for the big event. Last time, Sam Ryder did the UK proud with his song, Spaceman. But this year is the turn of Mae Muller. We'll be hoping to win the competition, or at least a respectable finish, with her entry, I wrote a song. Here with me to discuss all things Eurovision and everything you need to know about the competition this year are… I'm Professor Helen Julie Miners, Head of School of Arts at York St John University. I do various things. I'm a t...