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Pressure on Sunak to rewrite Brexit deal as car makers face existential threat

Rishi Sunak is facing demands to renegotiate the UK’s Brexit deal amid warnings the car industry in Britain faces an “existential threat” without changes, putting thousands of jobs at risk. Vauxhall’s parent company Stellantis told MPs it will be unable to keep a commitment to make electric vehicles n(EVs) in the UK without changes to the Trade and Co-operation Agreement (TCA) with the European Union. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said “we need a better Brexit deal” to ensure firmsRead More

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National News

Suspected murder victims in contact with police days before tragedy watchdog

The victims of a suspected double murder in Huddersfield both had contact with officers in the days before their deaths, the police watchdog has confirmed. West Yorkshire Police are continuing to hold a 34-year-old Huddersfield man in custody on suspicion of the murder of Katie Higton, 27, and Steven Harnett, 25, who died at Ms Higton’s house on Harpe Inge, Dalton, on Monday. On Wednesday, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said they had received a mandatory referral andRead More

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National News

Global temperature record of 15C more likely than not in next five years

Scientists are likely to record a global average temperature of more than 1.5C above pre-industrial levels over the next five years, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has said. There is a 66% chance of this temperature being recorded at least once between now and 2027 – which would mark the first time in human history. The WMO also said there is a 98% chance of the hottest year on record being broken during that time. If a 1.5C temperature riseRead More

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National News

No political pressure to crack down on coronation protesters police chief

A senior Metropolitan police officer has denied the force was put under political pressure to protect “the look” of the coronation by cracking down on protesters. The force faced fierce criticism of arrests made around the event, including volunteers who handed out rape alarms and six members of the campaign group Republic that had liaised with police for weeks before the coronation to organise their own protest. A complaint has also been lodged by royal fan Alice Chambers, 36, wasRead More

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National News

I was silent and almost catatonic Denise Welch talks about depression signs

Denise Welch has said when she has episodes of depression she goes “silent” and this can make her become “almost catatonic” as she warned people about the signs to look for when someone is struggling. The Loose Women star – who is also an actress known for her soap roles in Coronation Street, Waterloo Road and Hollyoaks – has been open previously about living with her condition for more than 30 years. Welch spoke to Good Morning Britain on WednesdayRead More

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Local News

One of town’s oldest surviving properties on the market

One of Lynn's most important heritage buildings has been put up for sale.Being offered to the market for the first time in nearly a century, the Greenland Fishery is truly unique and provides a rare opportunity to acquire one of the town's oldest surviving properties.The origins date back to the 1600s when it was originally built as a wealthy merchant’s residence with offices.Historic Greenland Fishery, Lynn, up for saleThe Grade II* listed building, in Bridge Street, has had various usesRead More

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Sport

Lynn players eye a league and cup double

Rink hockey players from Lynn remain on course for a league and cup double after coming from behind to beat Middlesbrough 8-3 in the National Cup.The team are off to Herne Bay on Sunday for the cup semi-final and a potential final on the same day.They will travel with Lynn’s Under-11 side who, after a fantastic season together, are involved in their National Cup final earlier in the day.King's Lynn rink hockey players in National Cup action against Middlesbrough atRead More

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Sport

Linnets lose defender to National League North rivals

Defender Tyler Denton is the first player from last season's squad to leave King's Lynn Town.Denton, 27, has signed for Scunthorpe United - one of Lynn's rivals in the National League North next season.The left-sided player made a total of 94 appearances for the Linnets, scoring three times, after spending almost two years at The Walks.Tyler Denton who has left King's Lynn Town for Scunthorpe United in the National League NorthUpon signing for the Iron, Denton said: "I'm delighted toRead More

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National News

Novak Djokovic accuses Cameron Norrie of unsporting behaviour in frosty clash

Novak Djokovic accused Cameron Norrie of unsportsmanlike behaviour after a frosty encounter in the fourth round of the Italian Open. The world number one ultimately eased to 6-3 6-4 victory but there was a flashpoint where Norrie hit Djokovic with a smash, and the handshake at the net lacked any warmth. The main talking point came in the fourth game of the second set as Norrie sought to retrieve an early break. Djokovic turned his back on the play after presenting his opponent with an easy overhead,Read More

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