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4h Met officer charged with assault and perverting the course of justice
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Runners reach the Isle of Dogs during the TCS London Marathon (PA)
DJ Adele Roberts (Tim Goode/Jockey Club)
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Adele Roberts breaks World Record for finishing London Marathon with stoma bag

The DJ ran the race in three hours 30 minutes and 22 seconds.
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Robshaw credits crowd for buoying him through ‘dark moment’ in London Marathon

Former England Rugby union captain Chris Robshaw spoke with the PA news agency at the finish line.
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Public services could be ‘collateral damage’ in NI political stalemate

The former head of the Northern Ireland Civil Service contended government is using a hard budget to force the resumption of Stormont.
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Peppers rationed as cold weather in Europe hits crops

A cold snap in Europe has led to more supermakert shortages

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In Pictures: London Marathon runners hit streets of capital

Some 48,000 participants were taking part in this year’s event.
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Man dies after dog shot dead by police

Officers were called to reports that a man had been seriously injured at a house in Cameron Road, Derby, on Saturday morning

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Prince George’s godfather announces engagement to girlfriend

Hugh Grosvenor, one of the UK’s richest men, has become engaged to Olivia Henson.
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Boy charged with murder after man stabbed after car was rammed

West Midlands Police said the teenager will appear in court on Monday, accused of killing Kelvin Ward.
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Meghan denies ‘ridiculous’ reports on coronation attendance

It had been reported that the Duchess of Sussex sent a letter to the King expressing concern about unconscious bias in the royal family

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Unionist leaders urge PM to delay Bill to allow inquest into murdered soldier

The Legacy Bill will see court processes pertaining to Troubles crimes halted.
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Adorable pictures released to mark Prince Louis’ fifth birthday

Two pictures taken by photographer Millie Pilkington were released on Sunday

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World of comedy in tribute to wit and mischief of ‘genius’ Barry Humphries

The Australian entertainer died on Saturday in hospital in Sydney.
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Protest targeting Scottish Grand National sees 25 arrested, say police

Police Scotland said 25 people had been arrested after a protest which saw people storm the track at Ayr Racecourse.
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TCS app makes sure London Marathon runners get a boost just when they need it

Supporters can track a runner to make sure they are in the right place at the right time to cheer, offer a high five or give a hug to their loved one.
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Number of arrests made after protesters try to stop Scottish Grand National

Police Scotland made several arrests after, group Animal Rising said, around 25 of its supporters made their way on to the track.
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Two teenagers killed and third in ‘life-threatening condition’ after crash

A Ford Fiesta and a Fiat 500 crashed on the B4035 Campden Road in Shipston-on-Stour, Warwickshire at about 4.10pm on Friday.
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Frederik, Crown Prince of Denmark presents first Colours to British soldiers

Around 100 British troops received their ceremonial regimental flags at the Royal Artillery Barracks in Woolwich, south-east London, on Saturday.
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‘Shocking’ price hikes push biggest mobile providers down customer rankings

The ‘big four’ network giants O2, EE, Vodafone and Three were outperformed by smaller competitors in the Which? annual survey.
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Australian entertainer Barry Humphries dies at the age of 89

Humphries died on Saturday evening in hospital in Sydney.
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Barry Humphries: Quotes from his life and multiple alter-egos

The Australian performer died at the age of 89 after years of performing on both stage and television.
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Entertainer Barry Humphries lived a life as colourful as his many characters

The enduringly popular Australian has died at the age of 89.
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Serving armed forces member charged with offences under Official Secrets Act

Thomas Newsome has been remanded in custody and is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Saturday.
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Barclay ‘has issued blatant threat’ by taking legal action over strike

NHS Employers wrote to Health and Social Care Secretary Steve Barclay asking him to check the legality of Royal College of Nursing action

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Meghan ‘sent letter to King over concerns about unconscious bias’

According to the Daily Telegraph, the letter was sent following Harry and Meghan’s appearance on the Oprah Winfrey Show in March 2021.
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DJ Tim Westwood hotline gets over 40 callers in first two days

Westwood, who left the BBC in 2013, was interviewed under caution by the Metropolitan Police

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Family to mark 30th anniversary of Stephen Lawrence’s death

The family of Stephen Lawrence will hold a memorial service in Trafalgar Square to mark the 30th anniversary of his death.
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What the papers say – April 22

One story dominated the front pages around Britain on Saturday.
Crime

Boy, 16, kidnapped by four men in black Mini

Three men ‘shouted aggressively’ at the boy and forced him into the car, police say

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William and Kate to visit rugby club with mountain rescue climbers

William and Kate will attend Dowlais Rugby Club along with members of the Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team on Thursday.
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The Pop Group founder and frontman Mark Stewart dies at the age of 62

The singer died in the early hours of Friday, according to a statement released by Mute Records.
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Camilla’s coat of arms updated ahead of coronation

The new coat of arms will feature on the formal invitations being sent to around 2,000 coronation guests.
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CBI future in doubt as firms end relationships amid rape allegations

NatWest Group, the John Lewis Partnership, Unilever, BMW and Virgin Media O2 are among the latest UK businesses to cancel their involvement with the CBI

Showbiz

Paul O’Grady’s Instagram thanks fans for support following his funeral

Hundreds of the beloved star’s fans flocked to Aldington, the village where O’Grady lived for more than 20 years, to line the streets with their dogs as his funeral procession passed through

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Why is Buzzfeed closing down its news site?

BuzzFeed is axing 15 per cent of its staff and closing down BuzzFeed News, due to the pandemic and a weak stock market

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Who is Oliver Dowden, the UK’s new deputy prime minister?

Oliver Dowden has been the MP for Hertsmere, in Hertfordshire, since 2015

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TikTok to be removed from work phones used by Government staff

Richard Browne, of the National Cyber Security Centre, said the move was a precaution.