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Interest rates expected to rise again marking the highest level since 2008

Britain’s interest rates are expected to rise to the highest level since 2008. According to economists and the financial markets, the base rate will rise for the 12th consecutive time as inflation continues to soar. Policymakers at the Bank of England are expected to raise interests from 4.25% to 4.5% on Thursday, representing a 0.25 percentage point increase. The move will make it even more expensive to borrow, pushing banks to lift savings rates. It comes as UK Consumer PricesRead More

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National News

Platinum Jubilee Stakes to be run in honour of the late Queen

The Platinum Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot has been renamed in honour of the late Queen and will now be known as The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes. The late Queen’s love of racing and passion for breeding was rewarded with Classic success in all of the major British races except the Derby, but it is the Royal meeting in June which she became synonymous with. She entered with winner’s enclosure 24 times throughout her reign with her first winnerRead More

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National News

No concerns about Richard Sharps integrity while he was BBC chairman review

There were “no concerns” about Richard Sharp’s integrity while he was BBC chairman, a BBC conflicts of interest review commissioned after he was embroiled in a cronyism row involving Boris Johnson has found. The former Goldman Sachs banker and Conservative party donor resigned from his role at the corporation last month over helping the former prime minister secure an £800,000 loan facility. He will stand down at the end of June. A report by barrister Adam Heppinstall KC previously foundRead More

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National News

Gaffer Stormzy makes his Soccer Aid managing debut

British musician Stormzy will make his Soccer Aid debut when he steps on to the pitch as the manager of the England side, it has been announced. The Vossi Bop singer, 29, and Manchester United fan will be assisted by former Spurs boss Harry Redknapp, Chelsea women boss Emma Hayes and Line Of Duty star Vicky McClure, who are all part of the England management team for the charity event. Stormzy said: “I’m a massive football fan, so getting aRead More

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Local News

New train timetable will bring half-hourly departures during peak times

In the latest update of train times, it has been announced that a significant number of extra trains will run into Lynn.It’s good news for commuters in Lynn as Greater Northern timetable changes which will become effective as of May 21 will see five services during peak hours extended into the town.This will mean that during peak times, there will be half-hourly trains leaving from Lynn, heading to London King’s Cross.Passengers leaving Lynn can expect more frequent trains leaving LynnRead More

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Local News

Historic pub set to reopen this summer after years of uncertainty

A historic town pub could open its doors once again this summer after being bought over by a lover of old buildings.The Lattice House in Lynn, which dates back to medieval times, has been purchased by town resident and businessman James Lee.The Chapel Street venue closed down last August after its licensees opted to leave the business.The Lattice House, on Chapel Street in LynnA number of faces have come and gone at the town centre spot in recent years, includingRead More

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Sport

Stars travel to Leicester in Premiership

KING’S Lynn return to Premiership action after a ten-day break when they visit top-flight newcomers Leicester tomorrow night (7.30pm).The MacInnes Stars have lost their opening two away matches in the league, at Wolverhampton and Ipswich, and are looking for better as they make the trip to the East Midlands.The Lions have been inconsistent so far in 2023, having been beaten on their own circuit by Ipswich in the KO Cup and they also lost a Super Heat against Belle VueRead More

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Sport

Snellings Norfolk National won by David Pipe

The fifth running of the Snellings Norfolk National at Fakenham produced the most exciting finish of the day with three horses vying for the lead from the final fence.The photo finish resulted in the David Pipe-trained Duc de Beauchene ridden by Fergus Gilliard placing first by a head from Jony Max under Ellis Collier, closely followed by long-time leader Wake Up Early ridden by Cillin Leonard.Last year’s winner Tommie Beau was some way down the field of eleven.On an afternoonRead More

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Local News

Head teacher re-bailed following arrest outside of school

The head teacher of a Lynn school who was arrested on suspicion of a stalking offence has been re-bailed.Greg Hill, the head of Howard Junior School in Gaywood, was taken into custody on March 6 after being apprehended outside the school building.He has denied allegations of stalking another adult and resisting or obstructing an officer in the execution of their duty, but was suspended from his role following the arrest.Howard Junior School head teacher Greg Hill has been re-bailedHill wasRead More

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