1 hour ago Tories accuse Labour of ‘pinching our ideas’ with jobs plan – UK politics live

Shadow minister says Liz Kendall ‘making right noises to fix economic activity’ but claims plans lack substanceThe Federation of Small Businesses applauds the ambition in the government’s Get Britain Working, but says that overcoming the “pervasive poverty of ambition” about employment in the public sector won’t be easy. This is from Tina McKenzie, the FSB’s policy chair.This is a start – but only a start – in fixing the pervasive poverty of ambition in the Jobcentre, health and other state systems when it comes to getting people back into work. Increasing employment is ultimately the most sure-fire way to drive up living standards and economic growth. Ministers have a huge job to persuade public institutions that work is good for health and that everyone who needs work should be helped...

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2 hours ago He was fleeced! University Challenge contestant throws away thrilling tie

One viewer compared the nail-biting dying seconds of the latest episode of BBC2's University Challenge to a penalty shoot-out - with both teams winning150 points.

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2 hours ago Cameron wrong to talk about possible sanctions for Israeli ministers – Lammy

Lord Cameron disclosed he had been working on a plan to sanction finance minister Bezalel Smotrich and national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

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2 hours ago Mo Salah has turned up the pressure but Liverpool's decision is not as easy as it seems

Mo Salah has hit out at Liverpool for not offering him a new contract but the Reds' decision over his future is not completely cut-and-dried, with the attacker turning 33 in June

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2 hours ago Graham Price: Wales don't need to be this bad, clear selection mistakes have been made

Wales have lost every single Test match in a calendar year since 1937 under Warren Gatland

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2 hours ago Paul Hollywood says bakers must do one thing to stop scones from shrinking

Paul Hollywood is a pro when it comes to baking and, in a recent TikTok video, he revealed the one thing you need to do to stop your scones from shrinking

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2 hours ago James Haskell frankly admits real reason for Chloe Madeley split and even discusses sex tape

James Haskell revealed why he split up with Chloe Madeley, and spilled details about his dating life - while admitting his school sex tape was 'wrong'

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2 hours ago Smithfield Market in London could close after almost 800 years with decision due today

Smithfield Market is located in the City of London, near the Barbican, St Paul's Cathedral and St Bartholomew's Hospital, and dates back to the 10th century

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Paul Hollywood has shared his go-to cake when he wants to impress guests but is strapped for time. With just a few ingredients, you can make a cake which looks like it would cost £40 in an artisan bakery

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