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Energy consultancy Cornwall Insight predicts that Ofgem's price cap for the period from July to September could reach £1,801 per year for a typical dual-fuel household. This is about £160 higher than the cap set in April, representing a roughly 10% increase. Cornwall Insight describes this potential rise as a 'cause for concern' and notes that higher gas costs will also impact electricity prices, given the UK's ongoing reliance on gas-fired power generation.

I was taken to hospital chained to an officer with handcuffs but assumed they would be removed at the entrance to the hospital. I was so shocked when the cuffs weren't removed. When I told the prison guards who had brought me to hospital about what the Birth Companions booklet said, they replied: We don't know what that book is, we're not going to abide by it.

The think tank highlighted that the Bank of England may face a new inflationary "shock" from rising energy costs, which could complicate Chancellor Rachel Reeves's economic plans. Energy markets have become volatile since tensions escalated between the United States, Israel, and Iran. Iran has threatened to block the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route, while Qatar Energy has suspended liquefied natural gas production following reported attacks on its facilities.

This is a tragic and violent attack which has cost the life of Mr Alshmari, and left a woman injured. We are doing everything we can to establish exactly what happened and why, and the public's response has been fantastic. We've had CCTV, dashcam and mobile footage shared with us, which has been very helpful for the investigation.

Up to 21,000 asylum seekers who have waited for a year for their claims to be processed could be allowed to enter the jobs market so they can support themselves, the Home Office has said, as part of a package of measures to be announced on Thursday. As the government seeks to empty asylum hotels, claimants who break the law, work illegally or are found to have enough assets to live without support will from June be ejected and lose their support payments.

Fraudsters are trying to take advantage of the unfolding chaos in the region on social media, preying on the fears of tourists currently stuck in countries across the area. Passengers have been trying to contact airlines on social media - but have been warned those responding to such queries are often from unofficial accounts.

We have come into 2026 planning for another challenging year. When you look at consumer confidence and disposable income, you can see that the backdrop is still tough out there. Currie expressed optimism that easing pressures could support consumer spending in 2026, but also recognised that demand remains fragile.

Saoirse Aylward has called for the introduction of a new law named after her unborn son, Jax, who died following the collision on the main Rosslare to Wexford Road in January 2024, to help provide closure and recognition for families like hers.

With 2-year gilt yields hitting December highs due to a 40 per cent surge in UK gas prices and oil nearing $80, the Bank of England faces a significant inflationary shock. High-street banks are no longer competing on price but are instead protecting margins against rising swap rates.

Vitamin D certainly keeps our bones and muscles strong. This is particularly true for young children and post-menopausal women. Low levels means weak muscles and bones, which raises the risk of falls and could lead to bone breaks.

BrewDog has been sold to American firm Tilray Brands for just 33m, with close to 500 people being made redundant. In total, 38 bars across the UK will be set for closure, with the deal encompassing only 11 pubs along with the brand and brewing operations.

Bernadette Thornton, a healthcare worker, admitted two counts of money laundering on dates between March 2020 and December 2022, totalling €282,477 in an AIB account and a Revolut account. Meanwhile, Alisha Thornton pleaded guilty to two money laundering charges totalling €231,018 on dates between January 2021 and December 2022 in an AIB account and a Revolut account.

Lord Docherty, who was introduced to the House of Lords on January 19, resigned as chief executive of NCG in October 2018 after being confronted with allegations he had conducted sexual liaisons while at work. According to an investigation by the Sunday Times and FE Week, Lord Docherty exchanged multiple sexual messages during an Ofsted inspection and used hotels paid for by NCG to meet partners during work hours.

The consultation on improving the safety and wellbeing of children online will include looking into the dangers posed by AI chatbots, the Government has said. The initiative, which is to launch next week, will seek advice from experts, parents, young people, teachers, and industry representatives on which measures should be implemented to improve online safety for children.

Royal Air Force Typhoon jets have been deployed to Qatar to enhance security around Al Udeid Air Base, which serves as a vital facility for US air operations, demonstrating the UK's commitment to regional stability and reassuring the audience of ongoing protective measures.