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Full list of NatWest branches closing this week as high street bank turns to digital
Another round of high street bank closures is underway as NatWest continues to close branches.
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East London youth dance group in scramble for funding before major event
The East London Youth Dance Company (ELYDC), based in Stratford, has been selected to represent London at the U.Dance National Festival in Glasgow but will have to withdraw if the required funding is not raised.
Chipped your worktop? Preparing dinner on quartz? Homeowners shouldn't panic.
Chipped your worktop? Preparing dinner on quartz tonight? Here's why homeowners shouldn't panic.
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Sir Keir Starmer confirms when the social media ban for under 16s comes into effect
A social media ban for under 16s will come into place next year.
Starmer confirms social media ban for under-16s in 'big moment' for the UK
Sir Keir Starmer announced the restriction in a Downing Street press conference as he warned social media was having an impact on children’s happiness and mental health.
What apps will be banned? Starmer announces social media ban for under-16s
Sir Keir Starmer has announced that under-16s will no longer be able to use social media.
Keir Starmer to ban under-16s from social media apps and AI chatbots
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to announce a ban on under-16s using social media apps in the UK.
'Leading' UK construction company files for administration after 52 years
Ardmore is a construction firm that has filed for administration after initially being set up in 1974
From tarmac to trees: Islington’s quiet shift
Communities across Islington are removing concrete and tarmac to create greener streets, boosting biodiversity, cutting flood risk and improving neighbourhood health.
Snail Mail shocker: baby mag arrives 19 years late
Comedian Steve Allen jokes about Royal Mail after a parenting magazine ordered in 2007 finally arrives 18 years late, long after the children grew up.
Student loans “worse than expected” for most graduates
Meg Hillier leads a major inquiry into student loans after a survey reveals many graduates feel repayments are unfair and worse than expected.
'High-quality' UK pizza company collapses into administration after 34 years
Millennium Dough Company, a UK pizza dough supplier, has fallen into administration after 34 years in business.
Hackney resident knighted for decades of campaigning
Patrick Vernon is set to be knighted for decades of work championing social justice and racial equality.
Historic chapel opens major archive after uncovering Gandhi autograph
Union Chapel in Islington has launched Sunday School Stories, a public archive that offers an in-depth look at its rich cultural, social, and political legacy.
Plans submitted for Islington home extension and digital advertising board
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Islington Council this week.
Facebook and Instagram down as users report being logged out of accounts
Facebook, Instagram and Messenger users have reported widespread issues, with many unable to access accounts or load content during the outage.
Vinnie Jones blasts 'addictive' tech for fuelling mental health struggles
Hollywood A-lister Vinnie Jones has criticised 'addictive' technology for fuelling children’s mental health struggles.
The UK's favourite 'Dadisms' have been revealed - how many do you say?
The nation’s favourite ‘dadisms’ phrases have been revealed - see which ones made the list.
Influential and celebrated British artist David Hockney dies aged 88
David Hockney, one of the most influential artists of the modern era, has died at the age of 88, his publicist has confirmed.
John Healey resigns as Defence Secretary with 'great regret and reluctance'
Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, he revealed on social media, through a letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.