BBC presenter quits in protest over N-word allegedly used in attack being said on TV
A BBC radio presenter has quit his job after the corporation defended its decision to broadcast the N-word in a television news broadcast. Radio 1Xtra...
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Tottenham protest marks anniversary of Mark Duggan’s death
Chants of “no justice no peace” echoed around Tottenham police station on Saturday afternoon as hundreds of peaceful demonstrators gathered outside the building calling for...
Recession in real time: how big data can track the Covid slump
This week it will be confirmed that Britain’s economy is in the deepest recession for at least a century. Yet only a few days ago,...
Former Labour donors returning to party under Keir Starmer
Former Labour donors who had abandoned the party are already considering renewing their support under Keir Starmer’s leadership, it has emerged. Figures who have given...
Brexit backers Tate & Lyle set to gain £73m from end of EU trade tariffs
A company that backed Brexit and has donated to the Conservatives is in line to save £73m as the only direct beneficiary of a post-Brexit...
Man wants police to pay for car window they smashed during search
A man who had his car window smashed by police when he was driving home from an interview about “racially motivated” stop-and-searches has demanded to...
Protesters march for fair pay for nurses and other NHS staff
Hundreds of people have converged on central London to march for fair pay for NHS staff and recognition of their work during the pandemic. More...
Black Lives Matter group offers rural people ‘insight into prejudice’
Black Lives Matter activists have launched a toolkit designed to help rural communities across the UK to fight racism in their local area. Their campaign,...
Surrey fire service declares major incident after 100 homes evacuated
Surrey fire and rescue service has declared a major incident as crews continue to battle a 40-hectare wildfire after up to 100 homes were reportedly...
Pedal power: UK bike co-ops help cyclists get back in the saddle
If you’re desperate to resume cycling but missed out on the first tranche of the government’s £50 repair vouchers, a local bike co-operative may be...