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SEPA and local partners are investigating a pollution event on the Burn of Carron after white discolouration and dead aquatic life were reported; anyone with information is asked to contact SEPA

A major review finds large disparities in access to educational psychologists, an undercounted workforce, and a clear case for expanding training and local provision to protect SEND reform

Downing Street published a readout that the prime minister did not know about a decision to grant Developed Vetting to Peter Mandelson until a recent meeting, but scrutiny has shifted to senior civil servants and the handling of documents

Roberto De Zerbi is prioritising mentality and leadership as Tottenham prepare for a run of decisive fixtures against Brighton and others

Residents gathered in Epsom to demand more information after an alleged attack near Epsom Methodist Church, while police urge calm and continue inquiries

SEPA officers are investigating a pollution event on the Burn of Carron after reports of white discolouration, a turpentine-like odour and dead fish; the burn and the River Spey are now clear while assessments continue

Police and family urgently seek information about Harley McGrogan, who was last seen in Livingston on 14 April 2026

Sources say Arsenal staged a meeting at the training ground where a real fire was lit following Mikel Arteta’s unusual press conference remarks as he tries to rally his players

An animal rights protester entered a Michelin-starred restaurant in Weymouth, removed a lobster kept for educational purposes and released it into the harbour; the court ruled the act was misguided and handed down a conditional discharge

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Officials have rehearsed a ‘reasonable worst-case scenario’ for carbon dioxide disruption that could narrow product ranges in shops and affect hospitals and breweries

Real Madrid’s Champions League defeat has amplified doubts over Alvaro Arbeloa and opened talks about high-profile candidates and deeper club reforms

A late ankle knock to Shamal George, Matthew MacDermid’s appointment and Martin O’Neill’s plans for returning players make the Hampden semi one to watch

A First Minister has called for work on the Darc radar to stop amid worries about the United States under Donald Trump, prompting rebuttals about defence, jobs and long-term alliances

The government says it is preparing for potential supply disruption from the Iran conflict while expanding support for manufacturers and reassuring the public about food and CO2 supplies

Executives were summoned to an emergency summit in New York amid widespread rumor and confusion over the future of LIV Golf and possible shifts in Saudi backing

A farewell gesture during flight FI521 drew scrutiny after a Boeing 757 descended near Vestmannaeyjar, prompting an airline report to police and an ongoing inquiry

Donald Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz permanently open hours after imposing a naval blockade, prompting intervention and concern from China

Keir Starmer has rejected pressure from Donald Trump over the Iran conflict and a threatened revision of the UK-US trade deal, while the King’s forthcoming state visit proceeds amid tension

A Housing Ombudsman investigation concluded that delays and service failures by Kensington and Chelsea Council warranted £3,800 in compensation and a formal apology

Publishers and the UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition are running a Day of Action to push for clear legal safeguards against abusive lawsuits that threaten public interest reporting

England under-23s secured a 1-0 semi-final victory over the Netherlands at the Murcia Stadium, with Isobel Goodwin’s second-half strike and a late save from Khiara Keating sealing progression to the final on 17 April

A 61-year-old former executive is pursuing more than £50,000 from British Airways after injuring two fingers on a 2026 flight, citing both physical damage and persistent psychological effects

The council offered condolences after Storm Dave and clarified that the fallen tree and the land it stood on are not owned by South Staffordshire Council

A dramatic week in football features Michael Carrick’s strong reaction to a red card, questions over Arsenal’s composure, Virgil van Dijk rallying Liverpool and off-field moves that include John Terry and a racism probe