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Sunday Times Rich List 2024: Issa brothers and secretive Preston man among Lancashire's wealthiest people
BlueCrest Capital Management boss Michael Platt, from Preston, is the second richest person in the North West behind Manchester United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe
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Channel 4's Location, Location, Location is looking for Lancashire house hunters for its new series
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Casting are looking for individuals, families and couples who need Kirstie and Phil's expertise to buy their dream home
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Gardener's hands turn green after wearing new Screwfix gloves for just three hours
Southport
"It was awful... my hands were actually like the Incredible Hulk"
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Two Blackpool hotels named among the world's best in Tripadvisor awards
Blackpool
Boulevard and Big Blue Hotel have been recognised as among the top 10% of hotels worldwide
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Kate Garraway red-faced as Labour MP calls her the wrong name in tense interview
Kate Garraway
Fans watching the interview were quick to tear into Peter Kyle for his slip-up
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'Ditch new bus lane on busy road or face disastrous consequences'
Preston
“It is evident that many members of our community share my reservations"
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Urgent 'do not approach' 999 warning for wanted man 'actively evading the authorities'
Leyland
Lee Barr has links to Leyland, Blackburn, Darwen, Blackpool and Fleetwood
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Police issue update after 'suspicious' man approaches children near primary school
Thornton-Cleveleys
An investigation was launched following a number of incidents near Manor Beach Primary School in Cleveleys
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To represent Chorley will be a 'privilege' as new mayor becomes borough’s first citizen
Chorley
Gordon France has called Chorley home all his life
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Blackpool's £500k boost will 'provide much-wanted green spaces' and seats
Blackpool
Blackpool Council has previously used government funding to spend £100,000 planting 10 trees in Cookson Street
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Peter Kay's incredible gesture to bucket list campaigner who 'touched so many'
Pendle
There is another remarkable gesture starting in memory of Laura Nuttall as her legacy lives on
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Northern Lights could return to Lancashire skies tonight as solar storm looms
Weather
The Met Office's aurora forecast suggests the celestial show might make an encore
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How hot it will be in Lancashire as 'Saharan Plume' heads for UK
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Experts have warned of the major dust hazard it could bring as the phenomenon recently wreaked havoc when it hit mainland Europe
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Win the ultimate CBeebies experience at Alton Towers Resort, including an overnight themed sleepover!
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The UK’s only CBeebies Land at Alton Towers Resort has been wowing families for a decade - and to celebrate we're giving readers the chance to win theme park tickets, an overnight stay and MORE for a family of four!
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Wetherspoons with 'surprisingly glamorous toilets' named one of best in UK
Blackpool
"Smartest, swhishest Wetherspoons I have ever visited"
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Three Lancashire high streets to be handed £500k cash boost to 'breathe life into towns'
Politics
"High streets are the beating heart of our communities and we’re determined to keep them alive"
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Blackpool
Mysterious car graveyard uncovered frozen in time on grounds of mansion
"Exploring abandoned history worldwide bringing history back to life with pictures and video."
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Six youths made to sign 'acceptable behaviour contracts' in ASB crackdown
Longridge
Police have warned that breaches of the contracts will result in 'further action' and possible prosecutions
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Rishi Sunak urged to sack minister ordered to pay back £1,367 after expenses breach
Blackpool
IPSA said the Blackpool North and Cleveleys MP should repay £1,367 after he used a state-of-the-art device for campaigning purposes
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Plan for new leisure centre draws mixed reaction amid green space and traffic fears
West Lancs
"County Road is too busy and dangerous"
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'I'm a yes mum who lets my eight year old stay up until 1am and buy whatever she wants'
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Lorna has bought Skylah-Faith a dancing pole and an aerial hammock, as well as her own gaming set up - because she asked for it
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Council forced to explain why town hall lights were on at '5am on a Saturday'
Burnley
“I’ve checked with officers and on this particular occasion there was no early morning taking place"
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'End of an era' as beloved Post Office announces closure
Rising Bridge
"We understand that this may come as a shock to local residents to no longer have a post office in the community, however we did everything we could to relocate it but all our efforts fell short"
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FLiRT Covid variant symptoms and signs as new strain spreads and UKHSA issues advice
Coronavirus
The UKHSA has issued advice to anyone 'worried' about new Covid FLiRT variant as it sweeps across the country
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Where Lancashire's four universities stand in the latest UK rankings
Lancaster University
Lancaster University is now ranked 11th on the list while Edge Hill and the University of Cumbria have dropped down the table
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Inside Paris Fury's 'beautiful' cabin as she treats kids to forest retreat
Paris Fury
Paris has headed across to enjoy a wholesome family holiday bursting with lots of activities
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The 12 Lancashire bus routes getting a £1.3m boost as £1 fares near
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'Lancashire is a big county, public transport is crucial'
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Spanish holiday spot with £1.70 pints dubbed 'Blackpool with sunshine'
Blackpool
The bustling town of 82,000 residents is chosen by many Brits as their summer holiday destination
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Lancaster
18 pictures from Highest Point Festival as Busted and Tom Odell wow sun-drenched crowd
Musical acts at Highest Point Festival 2024 included Busted, Tom Odell, Sam Ryder and Cat Burns
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Tyson Fury shuns face-off with Oleksandr Usyk and sends 'prayer' message
Tyson Fury
While Usyk stood staring at his rival in the customary ritual 48 hours out from the fight, Fury turned to the crowd and folded his arms
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Concern grows over NHS waiting times for children across Lancashire
NHS
Some youngsters are waiting over a year for speech and language therapy
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100s of kids had done it that summer, but he was the tragedy waiting to happen
Southport
'Lively and funny' Jamie Lewin was the third teenager to die at East Quarry, where thrill-seekers jump off the cliffs into the deep water
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Heartbreak as popular music lover dies in festival tragedy after police called to scene
Preston
Heather Aird died following an incident at Skye Live, on the Isle of Skye
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Police appeal after woman raped on Blackpool seafront in early hours attack
Blackpool
"This is a serious offence, and we are working hard to identify the person responsible"
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Mysterious markings explained after appearing on pavement outside Lancashire homes
Weather
Several theories were posted on social media
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Heartbreak as popular bakery closes doors for good after 10 years of 'constant struggle'
Lancaster
'Bread is the oldest of things but recently, has become more of a luxury that only few can afford'
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Lancashire's paddling paradise among record number of 'official wild swimming sites'
Ribble Valley
Edisford Bridge is popular with families in the summer months
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Nine cheap destinations from Manchester Airport, including one with 60 pints
Manchester Airport
We look at some of the up-and-coming destinations that are hoping to usurp old favourites like Spain, France and Greece
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Latest full list of Covid symptoms as new FLiRT variants hits the UK
Coronavirus
According to the UK Health Security Agency there has been a sharp increase in Covid cases week on week
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Solar storm warning as experts say Brits could see Northern Lights again this week
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There might be another chance to catch the stunning spectacle
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Full list of food stalls, bars and traders at Southport Food and Drink Festival
Southport
There are around 130 traders, producers and exhibitors to choose from
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11 phenomenal pictures as Northern Lights put on a dazzling display over Lancashire
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Blackpool Illuminations
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Blackpool Illuminations trip ended in tragedy as gran killed and family injured in serious crash
Diana Brown was returning from a visit with her daughter and granddaughters when she was killed in a crash on the A586
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Blackpool Illuminations 2024 switch-on dates confirmed as Keith Lemon takes part
Blackpool Illuminations
"We can’t wait to show you we have up our sleeves"
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Porsche driver made 'unfathomable' U-turn on M6 before horror crash killed Faye Dawson, 3
Leyland
"He doesn't meander. He stops and simply turns. It seems to be a deliberate action"
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"It’s like Blackpool Illuminations": The school where all you can hear is 'effing' and the 'c' word at night
Education
"Everyone is parking all over the place and there’s so much noise
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Blackpool's Lightpool Festival 2023 - when is it, is it free and what's new
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Blackpool's stunning light show lasts for eight nights and includes an 'alien invasion' of Blackpool Tower
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Accrington News
Rising Bridge
'End of an era' as Rising Bridge Post Office announces closure after 27 years
"We understand that this may come as a shock to local residents to no longer have a post office in the community, however we did everything we could to relocate it but all our efforts fell short"
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Suspected drug dealer 'rugby tackled' by cops in park and found with £11k haul
Accrington
"He didn't anticipate that the team were well fuelled on coffee"
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Hyndburn funeral and death notices for special people we'll never forget
Hyndburn
Family members have left loving messages this week to relatives who have passed away
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Accrington Married At First Sight star Jay Howard reveals she 'was born with a difference'
Accrington
"Since appearing on MAFS, I’ve had incredible opportunities that I don’t for one second take for granted"
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Lancashire weather warning issued as 10-hours of storms to batter county, Met Office says
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Lightning strikes could occur in some areas, according to the Met Office warning which covers Blackpool, Morecambe Bay, Preston, Rossendale, Blackburn and Hyndburn
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Blackburn News
Lancashire
Sunday Times Rich List 2024: Issa brothers and secretive Preston man among Lancashire's wealthiest people
BlueCrest Capital Management boss Michael Platt, from Preston, is the second richest person in the North West behind Manchester United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe
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Urgent 'do not approach' 999 warning for wanted man 'actively evading the authorities'
Leyland
Lee Barr has links to Leyland, Blackburn, Darwen, Blackpool and Fleetwood
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Bodies 'left to decompose' in Lancashire hospital after major flaws exposed
NHS
Inspectors found "two bodies in an advanced state of decomposition as a result of not being moved into frozen storage after 30 days"
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Boy cyclist, 15, left with broken arm after BMW 'hit-and-run'
Blackburn
Police said a BMW with "heavily-tinted windows" came out of an alleyway and hit him on Park Lee Road in Blackburn
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Three Lancashire high streets to be handed £500k cash boost to 'breathe life into towns'
Politics
"High streets are the beating heart of our communities and we’re determined to keep them alive"
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Blackpool News
Blackpool
Two Blackpool hotels named among the world's best in Tripadvisor awards
Boulevard and Big Blue Hotel have been recognised as among the top 10% of hotels worldwide
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Rishi Sunak urged to sack minister ordered to pay back £1,367 after expenses breach
Blackpool
IPSA said the Blackpool North and Cleveleys MP should repay £1,367 after he used a state-of-the-art device for campaigning purposes
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Urgent 'do not approach' 999 warning for wanted man 'actively evading the authorities'
Leyland
Lee Barr has links to Leyland, Blackburn, Darwen, Blackpool and Fleetwood
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Blackpool's £500k Levelling Up cash will 'provide much-wanted green spaces' and seats
Blackpool
Blackpool Council has previously used government funding to spend £100,000 planting 10 trees in Cookson Street
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Blackpool Wetherspoons with 'surprisingly glamorous toilets' named one of best in UK
Blackpool
"Smartest, swhishest Wetherspoons I have ever visited"
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Burnley News
Burnley
Burnley Council forced to explain why town hall lights were on at '5am on a Saturday'
“I’ve checked with officers and on this particular occasion there was no early morning taking place"
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ICO statement on DEPHER CIC as 'Britain's kindest plumber' slammed in bombshell BBC documentary
Burnley
The Fundraising Regulator confirmed it is currently investigating the Burnley-based community interest company
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DEPHER founder James Anderson apologises over faked social media posts and 'vows to return donations'
Burnley
"I know I’ve done it wrong. I apologise. But what can I do? I haven’t got a magic stick. I’m not Harry Potter"
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DEPHER 'Britain's kindest plumber' denies fixing tombola as watchdog investigates Burnley firm
Burnley
James Anderson set up DEPHER in 2017 in a bid to help people struggling amid the cost of living crisis
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Police hunt woman, 43, with distinctive tattoos wanted on recall to prison
Burnley
Samantha Nerney has the name ‘Graham’ tattooed on her left shoulder, ‘Sam’ tattooed on her left wrist and a red devil and red flower
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Lancaster News
Lancaster University
Where Lancashire's four universities stand in the latest UK rankings
Lancaster University is now ranked 11th on the list while Edge Hill and the University of Cumbria have dropped down the table
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University student takes her seat at Lancaster City Council after recent by-elections
Lancaster City Council
Isabella Metcalf-Riener, known as Izzy, was welcomed by the outgoing Mayor of Lancaster, Coun Roger Dennison
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The 12 Lancashire bus routes getting a £1.3m boost as £1 fares near
Traffic and Travel
'Lancashire is a big county, public transport is crucial'
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Heartbreak as popular Lancaster bakery closes doors for good after 10 years of 'constant struggle'
Lancaster
'Bread is the oldest of things but recently, has become more of a luxury that only few can afford'
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18 pictures from Highest Point Festival as Busted and Tom Odell wow sun-drenched crowd
Lancaster
Musical acts at Highest Point Festival 2024 included Busted, Tom Odell, Sam Ryder and Cat Burns
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Morecambe News
Tyson Fury
Tyson Fury shuns face-off with Oleksandr Usyk and sends 'prayer' message
While Usyk stood staring at his rival in the customary ritual 48 hours out from the fight, Fury turned to the crowd and folded his arms
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Sue Radford 'fuming' as row erupts after husband Noel crashes motorhome
The Radford Family
"Honestly, I don't get how you've done that. I genuinely don't."
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Inside Paris Fury's 'beautiful' cabin as she treats kids to forest retreat
Paris Fury
Paris has headed across to enjoy a wholesome family holiday bursting with lots of activities
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Fear over 'bigger and bigger' campervans illegally sleeping overnight on Morecambe seafront
Morecambe
"I'm worried that people are staying the whole night and sleeping on the prom"
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Sue Radford called 'a disease' by abusive troll as fans rush to support her
The Radford Family
The 22 Kids and Counting star said "I won't tolerate it anymore"
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Preston News
Preston
CCTV appeal after man attacked and robbed in street of cash and phone
Police are asking for the public's help to identify a man following an incident in Good Street, Preston
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Sunday Times Rich List 2024: Issa brothers and secretive Preston man among Lancashire's wealthiest people
Lancashire
BlueCrest Capital Management boss Michael Platt, from Preston, is the second richest person in the North West behind Manchester United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe
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Six youths made to sign 'acceptable behaviour contracts' in ASB crackdown
Longridge
Police have warned that breaches of the contracts will result in 'further action' and possible prosecutions
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Ditch new bus lane on busy Preston road or face disastrous consequences, councillor warns
Preston
“It is evident that many members of our community share my reservations"
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Heartbreak as popular music lover dies in festival tragedy after police called to scene
Preston
Heather Aird died following an incident at Skye Live, on the Isle of Skye
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BlueCrest Capital Management boss Michael Platt, from Preston, is the second richest person in the North West behind Manchester United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe
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The DWP has also indicated that it will leverage AI and other analytical methods to intensify its crackdown on fraud
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DEPHER founder James Anderson apologises over faked social media posts and 'vows to return donations'
Burnley
"I know I’ve done it wrong. I apologise. But what can I do? I haven’t got a magic stick. I’m not Harry Potter"
How hot it will be in Lancashire as 'Saharan Plume' heads for UK
Weather
Experts have warned of the major dust hazard it could bring as the phenomenon recently wreaked havoc when it hit mainland Europe
Bodies 'left to decompose' in Lancashire hospital after major flaws exposed
NHS
Inspectors found "two bodies in an advanced state of decomposition as a result of not being moved into frozen storage after 30 days"
Preston
CCTV appeal after man attacked and robbed in street of cash and phone
Police are asking for the public's help to identify a man following an incident in Good Street, Preston
Sunday Times Rich List 2024: Issa brothers and secretive Preston man among Lancashire's wealthiest people
Lancashire
BlueCrest Capital Management boss Michael Platt, from Preston, is the second richest person in the North West behind Manchester United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe
PIP and DLA claimants may qualify for 40 hours of free driving lessons this summer
DWP
These free lessons offered through Motability could potentially cover someone's full learning journey
DWP to hire 3,400 'benefits police force' to check claimants' bank accounts
DWP
The DWP has also indicated that it will leverage AI and other analytical methods to intensify its crackdown on fraud
Kate Garraway red-faced as Labour MP calls her the wrong name in tense interview
Kate Garraway
Fans watching the interview were quick to tear into Peter Kyle for his slip-up