Morrisons brings back paper bags in latest fight against plastic
Theresa May has pledged to eradicate all avoidable plastic waste in the UK by 2042 Morrisons has started selling fresh produce in old-style paper bags, rather than plastic ones, as it tries to cut the use of plastics. The supermarket chain, the UK’s fourth largest, says it will mean 150 million fewer plastic bags are […]
Hunt accuses Labour of cronyism over job for donor
Getty Images Jeremy Hunt challenged Rachel Reeves over the appointment of a Labour donor in the Commons Shadow chancellor Jeremy Hunt has accused Labour of “cronyism”, after a party donor was given a senior civil service role in the Treasury. Ian Corfield – who previously donated £20,000 to Labour MPs, including £5,000 to now-Chancellor Rachel […]
Yellowstone star Kelly Reilly ‘can’t talk’ about show’s future as Beth Dutton
Paramount Warning: contains some Yellowstone plot spoliers Cowboys, murderous revenge plots and family secrets have kept Yellowstone fans hooked since 2018. It is one of the most watched shows in the US and turned creator Taylor Sheridan into the king of prime time television. But last year, Paramount announced that the fifth season, which is […]
Anger grows at latest CalMac ferry disruption
CalMac Island communities have reacted with anger and dismay at fresh disruption to Scotland’s west coast ferry network. The state-owned CalMac has been forced into making alterations due to delays in routine overhauls of some ferries and technical issues affecting others. Islanders fear tourism and other businesses are being damaged, while one couple have seen […]
Events held to discuss digital landlines change in Cornwall
BT is holding a number of events across Cornwall to talk to customers about how landlines will be changing over the coming years. The sessions are designed to raise awareness about the change from analogue to digital landlines by the end of January 2027. The events will take place in Newquay, Penzance, Falmouth, Looe, Launceston […]
Fuel shortage could affect NHS care in Wales, says union
Dilys Hughes says the service station had to close to make sure local people were not hit by the rush NHS patients could be affected if nurses and other medical staff are unable to get fuel, a union has warned. Some nurses had faced aggression when trying to identify themselves as key workers at stations, […]
Manchester hosts Shawn Mendes, Raye and Rita Ora
MTV Rita Ora will host the global awards bonanza for the third time Stars will descend on Manchester on Sunday for this year’s MTV Europe Music Awards, with a cast list including Shawn Mendes, Raye and South African singer Tyla. Pop star Rita Ora will host the ceremony, which is being staged in the UK […]
Guaidó calls on supporters to take to streets over blackouts
AFP Juan Guaidó says preparations are under way for a mass mobilisation of opposition supporters Venezuela’s opposition leader Juan Guaidó has called on his supporters to take to the streets in protest at nationwide power cuts. He also told followers to prepare for a final push to try to overthrow President Nicolás Maduro. The power […]
Why have EU and UK brought back 100ml rule?
Getty Images Air travellers who hoped the era of “tiny toiletries” was nearly over are facing fresh disappointment, as European airports re-introduce strict cabin bag rules. Some EU destinations had scrapped the 100ml limit for liquids being carried in hand luggage. But from Sunday, they must all bring it back due to a “temporary technical […]
McDonald’s owners offer childcare to attract staff
Getty Images Fast food chains in the US have been introducing new measures to lure back workers. McDonald’s restaurants will offer higher hourly wages and help with education costs to attract workers as Covid restrictions ease in the US. McDonald’s is one of the many hospitality businesses that laid off staff during the pandemic but […]