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• Labour will prioritise keeping public transport affordable, says beleaguered minister

  21-11-2024 23:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Transport Secretary Louise Haigh was urged to rule out above-inflation rail fare increases in future years after they were announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak in his Budget earlier this month
  
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• Warning as figures show rise in young people not in education, jobs or training

  21-11-2024 23:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The TUC said the number of Neets had increased by 9% over the past year
  
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• Mike Ashley's Frasers tells Boohoo to axe Mahmud Kamani and give tycoon top job

  21-11-2024 23:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Boohoo co-founder Mahmud Kamani must be ousted from the online fashion retailer and replaced by Mike Ashley, according to the tycoon's Frasers Group
  
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• Watchdog concerns over A&E patients' pain relief and care as winter crisis looms

  21-11-2024 23:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Care Quality Commission has published the results of a survey of 45,500 people who used NHS urgent and emergency care services in England this year
  
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• Man who egged John Prescott and was punched by him says 'no regrets'

  21-11-2024 23:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Craig Evans, 53, was a farm worker when he threw the egg at the Labour politician, who then punched him in the face. Mr Evans said he still gets invited on TV shows to talk about the event but always declines
  
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• All the water companies in financial trouble - and the ones still paying out bonuses

  21-11-2024 23:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ofwat said it halted about three-quarters of the total bonuses proposed by firms from being funded by consumer payments, while also disclosing which companies are high on its financial watchlist
  
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• Energy bills set to rise again for UK households from January amid ongoing market volatility

  21-11-2024 23:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The energy price cap is expected to rise again from January, with the regulator set to make its second consecutive winter-time increase to the cap
  
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• Number of school suspensions in England nearly doubles after pandemic

  21-11-2024 23:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There were 346,279 suspensions in the autumn term of 2023/24 across state schools, compared to 247,366 during the autumn term of 2022/23 - a rise of 40%, according to Department for Education (DfE) data
  
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• Hospitals were 'hours from running out of PPE' during early months of Covid, Hancock says

  21-11-2024 23:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former health secretary Matt Hancock told the Covid-19 inquiry that some PPE was in very short supply during the first wave of the pandemic, and said that he "ruffled some feathers"
  
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• British lawyer, 28, dies in Laos after 'drinking alcohol laced with methanol'

  21-11-2024 22:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Simone White was among a number of people to be taken to hospital following the suspected poisoning in the backpacking town of Vang Vieng last week, the Foreign Office said
  
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• King Charles and Tony Blair lead tributes to former deputy prime minister John Prescott

  21-11-2024 22:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former deputy prime minister Lord Prescott, who was a key figure in Tony Blair's government and was also a close friend of the King, has died at the age of 86
  
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• Newly-elected Labour County Durham MP gives emotional speech about feeling 'overwhelmed' by online abuse

  21-11-2024 22:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sam Rushworth said he was raising the topic in the House of Commons to highlight issues around male suicide, and mental health struggles for men and boys.
  
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• Farmers 'feel like they're worth more dead than alive' after inheritance tax changes

  21-11-2024 22:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two peers in Westminster said they had heard from elderly farmers that it would be better if they died before the changes came into effect in April 2026
  
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• King's coronation cost revealed as taxpayers fork out eye-watering sum

  21-11-2024 22:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The figures included £50.3 million of Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) costs and £21.7 million for the Home Office for policing the "once-in-a-generation" event in May 2023
  
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• I'm A Celebrity's Ant McPartlin aims dig at star on ITV show as host delivers 'brutal' verdict

  21-11-2024 22:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  I'm A Celebrity 2024 host Ant McPartlin spoke about one of the stars on the new series on its ITV spin-off Unpacked
  
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• Sunderland AFC players and Christmas Panto stars help Sunderland switch-on for Christmas

  21-11-2024 22:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland AFC players and some stars of this year's Christmas Panto helped with the switch-on
  
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• Durham Town Hall is to close from this weekend for restoration works

  21-11-2024 22:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The historic building is expected to reopen between the spring and summer of next year
  
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• Some of Tyne and Wear Metro’s first customers take a trip down memory lane

  21-11-2024 21:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Adrian Don and Paula Henderson were among the very first people to ride the Metro in August 1980
  
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• Geordie Shore star Charlotte Crosby's home raided by masked gang armed with machete as she lay upstairs with daughter

  21-11-2024 21:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charlotte Crosby's home has reportedly been targeted by a gang of thieves armed with a machete as she lay upstairs with her two-year-old daughter, her fiancé has claimed
  
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• Inspirational youngsters in the North East celebrated at glitzy St James' Park awards ceremony

  21-11-2024 20:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  23 of the bravest youngsters in the North East have been given a very special award.
  
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• County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service's Santa on Tour returns next month to spread Christmas cheer

  21-11-2024 20:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The event is set to take place on Wednesday, December 11 and Thursday, December 12
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Thursday, November 21

  21-11-2024 20:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's Set For Life draw on Thursday, November 21
  
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• Northumbria Police told to investigate response to 999 call before murdered Laura Robson was found

  21-11-2024 19:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ben Hughes has admitted murdering 37-year-old Laura Robson in Greenside
  
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• Murder accused teen tells court he only intended to burgle Gateshead flat to take dog

  21-11-2024 19:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leandro Lopes and two teenagers aged 15 and 17 deny murdering Gary Belfield and attempting to murder his son, Luke Williams, at their home in Felling
  
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• DJ who stopped knife attack in Sunderland bar honoured at annual Police Public Bravery Awards

  21-11-2024 18:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The awards honour selfless members of the public who have placed themselves in dangerous situations, protected others, defended communities, prevented crime or actively assisted police
  
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• Mother with terminal cancer says she feels 'betrayed' by Wes Streeting's assisted dying comments

  21-11-2024 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Clare Turner, 59, a mother-of-two from Devon, said she feels 'very betrayed' by Health Secretary Wes Streeting for his comments about the Bill
  
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• The People’s Kitchen in Newcastle receives £1,500 donation from local housebuilder

  21-11-2024 18:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The firm made the donation to The People’s Kitchen as part of its Community Fund initiative
  
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• Newcastle United must shake off worrying new trend by piling on West Ham misery

  21-11-2024 18:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies have beaten the best in recent weeks but now have to raise their game against the struggling Hammers
  
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• Police make further arrests over Sunderland riots as officers use facial recognition to review over 10,000 hours of CCTV footage

  21-11-2024 18:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police made 19 arrests this week in connection with the violent disorder in Sunderland on August 2
  
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• Lucy Winskell to step down as chair of North East Combined Authority Business Board

  21-11-2024 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ms Winskell will attend the North East Combined Authority Cabinet for the final time next week
  
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• Newcastle United told new stadium condition as potential St James' Park move splits opinion

  21-11-2024 17:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The future of the Magpies' current home has prompted mixed messages among supporters
  
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• Robbie Williams in Newcastle tickets, prices and VIP as Come Together goes on general sale

  21-11-2024 17:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Music icon Robbie William will headline the first night of the huge Come Together festival in Newcastle in 2025
  
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• Newcastle United's exciting Spanish youngster Mo Sedibeh sends message to Eddie Howe

  21-11-2024 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies signed the teenager up on a free transfer and he wasted no time on his Under-21 debut
  
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• Newcastle United's exciting Spanish youngster Mo Sedibeh scores twice on debut

  21-11-2024 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies signed the teenager up on a free transfer and he wasted no time on his Under-21 debut
  
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• UK wide 431-mile 'snow bomb' set to hit country as Met Office issues alert

  21-11-2024 17:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK is bracing for a 431-mile snow bomb as freezing weather conditions are set to continue for a few more days, according to the latest weather maps, and the Met Office has also issued a yellow warning of ice and snow
  
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• Tyne Bridge's final £6m still in doubt as MP Chi Onwurah challenges Government to stick to promise

  21-11-2024 17:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Central and West MP Chi Onwurah has called on the Labour Government to confirm that a final £6m promised for the Tyne Bridge's revamp will be released
  
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• Steve McClaren drops Newcastle United January transfer hint as player 'needs a club'

  21-11-2024 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United could won't stand in his way
  
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• Top surgeon was 'five times over' drink-driving limit when he crashed into barriers at the Freeman Hospital

  21-11-2024 16:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dr Paulo Torres admitted a criminal charge of driving while over the alcohol limit in March 2022.
  
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• Lawyer who defeated Man City in court informs Newcastle of relegation verdict on 115 charges

  21-11-2024 16:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nick De Marco, who successfully represented Benjamin Mendy in his claim against Manchester City, has previously spoken out about the FFP hearing.
  
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• Cheryl's heartbreaking final vow to Liam Payne at star's funeral

  21-11-2024 16:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cheryl was among the mourners at St Mary's Church in Buckinghamshire as she said a final goodbye to Liam Payne, who died in a fall from his hotel balcony in Buenos Aires
  
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• Strictly's Vito Coppola warned about 'curse' as BBC star predicts major setback

  21-11-2024 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing pro Vito Coppola has been warned about a potential 'curse' for him and Sarah Hadland on the BBC show
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing's Vito Coppola warned about 'curse' as BBC star predicts major setback

  21-11-2024 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing pro Vito Coppola has been warned about a potential 'curse' for him and Sarah Hadland on the BBC show
  
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• New Grainger Market foodie firm to give free food away on opening day

  21-11-2024 16:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sweet treats are pledged all day when the Newcastle market's newest street food firm opens its doors to customers
  
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• Maura Higgins' I'm A Celebrity odds slashed on as late arrival on ITV show confirmed

  21-11-2024 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  I'm A Celebrity 2024 late arrival Maura Higgins will make her entrance on the ITV show on Thursday night
  
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• Chester-le-Street pub's toilets awarded second-highest grade in the Loo of the Year Awards

  21-11-2024 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Wicket Gate, a Wetherspoon's pub in Chester-le-Street, were awarded the second-highest rating for its toilets
  
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• County Durham primary school shares old pictures ahead of 60th anniversary celebrations

  21-11-2024 16:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham Gilesgate Primary School is planning a year-long celebration for its diamond anniversary
  
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• Gary Linker's BBC Match of The Day's replacement is an obvious choice, according to Jeff Stelling

  21-11-2024 15:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  BBC Match of the Day host Gary Lineker will step down from his role at the end of the season, after 25 years in the job, and Jeff Stelling has picked his replacement
  
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• Sunderland handed double injury blow for Millwall as Le Bris makes squad admission

  21-11-2024 15:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Black Cats resume their Championship campaign at the New Den minus some key players
  
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• I was at STACK event and saw reaction of Newcastle United fans after being told 'exciting plan'

  21-11-2024 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United are moving closer to sharing the proposals on the next step at St James' Park as club chiefs eye brighter future
  
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• Scotswood Road closed for several hours as armed officers respond to 'report of concern' in Newcastle city centre

  21-11-2024 15:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A cordon was in place for around four hours while the situation was ongoing
  
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