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Banking giant UBS to buy up troubled Credit Suisse to prevent it collapsing

The move was announced by Swiss president Alain Berset, who did not specify a value of the deal. Banking giant UBS is buying its smaller rival Credit Suisse in an effort to avoid further market-shaking turmoil in global banking, Swiss president Alain Berset announced on Sunday night. Swiss president Alain Berset, who did not specify a value of the deal, called the announcement “one of great breadth for the stability of international finance. An uncontrolled collapse of Credit Suisse wouldRead More

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National News

Victoria Beckham keeps her children grounded says husband David on Mothers Day

Many celebrities have been celebrating their mums today David Beckham has said his wife keeps his children “grounded” and “showers them with love every single minute of every day”. The former England footballer, 47, shares four children with fashion designer and ex-Spice Girls singer Victoria Beckham, 48, including Romeo, Harper, Brooklyn and Cruz. On Mother’s Day, David wrote on Instagram: “Today we celebrate our Mum’s growing up I couldn’t have wished to have more support and more love in myRead More

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National News

Decisions in SNP taken by too few people Forbes concedes after Murrell quits

One of the party's leadership candidates has been speaking out after the resignation of it's chief executive Decisions in the SNP are being taken by too few people, Kate Forbes said after the party was rocked by the resignation of its longstanding chief executive. Peter Murrell, who is Nicola Sturgeon’s husband, quit with immediate effect on Saturday following a row over the party’s membership numbers. His departure came shortly after that of media chief Murray Foote, who said there hadRead More

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National News

We want to get cracking with sending migrants to Rwanda says Cabinet minister

Oliver Dowden says challenges in the courts are the reason why the policy has yet to proceed The UK Government has said it wants to “get cracking” on sending migrants on a one-way trip to Rwanda, with plans being made for summer deportations. Cabinet Office minister Oliver Dowden cited challenges in the courts as the reason for why the policy has yet to proceed. But he expressed confidence the plans are “lawful” and insisted swift action would follow should theRead More

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National News

Johnson will offer robust defence as he fights partygate claims says Dowden

Boris Johnson will give a “robust defence” of his actions but ultimately his fate will be in the hands of MPs, a Cabinet minister has said. The former prime minister will submit a written dossier of evidence to MPs ahead of a public hearing on Wednesday as he attempts to clear his name over allegations he misled Parliament about the partygate scandal. He will provide the statement to the Privileges Committee as he battles to save his political career. ChancellorRead More

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National News

Former Met officer wants toxic culture of sexism to be exposed by review

A toxic “lads culture” exists in Britain’s biggest police force and the job is attractive to bullies chasing power, a former Met officer has said. Alice Vinten, who served with the force for 10 years, believes the police service can only change if bosses admit it attracts more “wrong-uns” than other professions. A damning report is expected this week to accuse the Metropolitan Police of racism, sexism and homophobia, and failure to change despite repeated warnings to do so. BaronessRead More

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National News

Mobile users to get emergency alert in nationwide test on April 23

A siren-like emergency warning message will be sent by the Government to mobile phone users across the UK next month to test a new public alert system. Phone users will be unable to use other features on their devices unless they acknowledge the alert, due to be sent on Sunday April 23. The system – modelled after similar schemes in the US, Canada, the Netherlands and Japan – is intended to be used in life-threatening situations including flooding and wildfires.Read More

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National News

Labour steps up attack on Hunts pensions tax break

Labour has stepped up pressure on Rishi Sunak and Jeremy Hunt to drop changes to pension allowances that fail to benefit the “vast majority” of Britons. The Opposition has said it will reverse the Chancellor’s Budget pensions tax break for high earners if it gains power at the next general election. Mr Hunt believes the abolition of the lifetime allowance, forecast to cost £2.75 billion over the next five years, will ease labour shortages, particularly in the NHS. He hasRead More

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Sport

Linnets boss admits his side weren’t at their best in home win

King's Lynn Town may have cruised to a 3-0 victory over Spennymoor Town at The Walks this afternoon, but manager Tommy Widdrington wasn’t pleased with parts of his side’s performance.Adam Crowther gave the hosts a first-half lead before substitute Jordan Ponticelli and Michael Clunan added to the advantage after the restart, as Lynn strengthened their place in second place.The Linnets remain two points behind AFC Fylde – who make the trip to The Walks in a huge game on TuesdayRead More

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