Coronation Street's Simon Gregon in talks to host show after ITV I'm A Celebrity success

A new survey by Which? for its annual Consumers in Scotland report has identified households’ growing concerns about the rising cost of living, soaring energy bills and disparities in broadband speeds across the country.

SNP Finance Secretary Kate Forbes has accused Gordon Brown of “blatant mendacity” over his criticisms of her cost-of-living response.

South Park has announced a 25th anniversary live concert featuring performances from Primus and Ween.The special “one night only” event will take place at the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado on August 10. Fans can register for tickets here between now and 11:59pm MST on Sunday (March 20).Per an official announcement video, the show is set to “celebrate 25 years of the music of South Park” with the series’ creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone also due to be in attendance on the night.“We’re so excited to go home and play at Red Rocks, a place that’s been known for hosting the most legendary artists and musicians.

A gay police sergeant from Miami, Florida, has claimed that  he is being victimised by the Tallahassee, Florida Police Department for reporting being robbed on a Grindr date. According to the New Times, Sergeant Tommy Reyes pulled his gun on his Grindr date after the man allegedly stole Reyes’s wallet. “I was a victim and I have nothing to hide but I cannot comment on an open investigation. I was a victim of a crime, and Tallahassee PD victimized me again,” Reyes said.Reyes, explaining the situation, said,  “I will stand strong and tell you my brothers and sisters that I was the victim of a crime, and I am once again being victimized by some of our own people.”The two arranged an anonymous or “anon” meeting in which you meet without showing your faces.

Gemma Collins has asked her fans for advice after revealing her dad Alan has permanent scarring in his lungs following his Covid-19 battle.The 41 year old, who recently said she dances naked in her garden as it's "so liberating", took to her Instagram stories to issue the plea with her 2.2 million followers. Sharing a snap of her dad smiling as he sat in the sun, Gemma asked her followers to get in touch if they know any tips and tricks on how to handle difficulties breathing as a result of long Covid. "If anyone knows anything about permanent scaring from long Covid please get in touch as dad bless him has permanent scaring and was wondering if there is anthing we can do to help his breathing," she wrote.

Plans for an extended residents' parking scheme around the Etihad Stadium have been put forward. Most streets around the east Manchester campus containing Manchester City's Stadium currently have restrictions on parking on match days and on other event days such as concerts.

A Lanarkshire charity running eco-friendly initiatives has received over £6000 of funding to undertake some key projects.

A Paisley man has been jailed after he smashed a car window with a rock and then stole a purse from the glove box.

Robbie Williams has been sober for 20 years now, having struggled with addiction in the past. But he is still concerned about the impact it could have on his family.MORE: Robbie Williams reveals family has nowhere to live after selling lavish homesThe Angels singer shares four children – Teddy, nine, Charlie, seven, Coco, three, and two-year-old Beau – with his wife Ayda Field and has now expressed his concern that they could inherit his issues with addiction.WATCH: Robbie Williams reads his daughter a bedtime story in FrenchAppearing on the Bought The T-Shirt podcast, Robbie reflected on the path that led to him entering rehab.

Manchester United are one of a host of European heavyweights plotting to make a move for Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger in the summer. Rudiger has evolved into one of Chelsea's best players under Thomas Tuchel and the Blues are desperate to hang on to their star man. But the German defender has less than six months remaining on his deal and his future remains unclear.

Chelsea will have to play the remainder of their Champions League fixtures behind closed doors due to sanctions against Roman Abramovich.Thomas Tuchel's side beat French Champions Lille on Wednesday evening to advance to the quarter-finals. Chelsea were able to have fans in attendance for the clash as the tickets that had been sold had been done so before 10 March.

Refresh for latest…: Cineworld Group, the world’s second-largest exhibitor and owner of Regal in the U.S., saw significant improvement in 2021 versus 2020, as revenues rose by nearly 112% to $1.805 billion, the company said this morning as it reported full-year results in London. Operating profit also rebounded, reaching $15.8 million, up from a 2020 loss of $2.258 billion. The group overall recorded a $708.3 million pre-tax loss across the Covid-impacted year in which cinemas were closed for most of the first half. This was a substantial improvement on the 2020 loss of just over $3 billion.

There's often a lot of soap swapping between actors but it's not often viewers see another character in a rival soap.

After announcing she's set to leave behind her role of Emma Brooker following four years on Coronation Street, Alexandra Mardell has thrown a farewell party for herself with a star-studded guest list.Taking to her Instagram stories on Saturday 19 February, the 28 year old posted a series of photos from her exciting night out at a Manchester bar.The beauty dressed to impress for her night in town as she donned a bright pink dress with puffed sleeves and a matching pink belt around her waist. She teamed the outfit with a pair of open-toed polka dot heels and a Burberry handbag with a silver chain on it.

Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson) is set to react badly to the news former drug dealer Jacob Hay (Jack James Ryan) is seeing his daughter Amy Barlow (Elle Mulvaney) in Coronation Street. On Monday, Steve and Tracy (Kate Ford) rushed to hospital after learning Amy had collapsed on a night out. The doctor updated Amy’s parents, informing them they think she had her drink spiked.

Steve McDonald and Jacob Hay will come to blows in violent Coronation Street scenes as Steve sees red over his daughter’s relationship with the former drug dealer.

Actor Simon Gregson, who plays Steve, has revealed how the dad is going to face another big challenge from sparky daughter Amy in this week's Coronation Street. So far, Amy Barlow has kept her romance with Jacob a secret, not wanting her family to find out, especially her dad, Steve. This week, the truth is revealed when a dangerous situation in a club means Amy is rushed to hospital – and Steve reacts as badly as expected when he learns who his daughter has been seeing...

Coronation Street fans think they have worked out how Amy Barlow came to be spiked.

Coronation Street star Alexandra Mardell has revealed she's already got a new job after quitting the ITV soap – and it's not in front of the camera. The fan-favourite, who plays loveable Emma Brooker, is set to film her exit scenes this month with them airing in April.And her new role won't see her back on screens, as the 28-year-old has revealed she will be teaching acting in workshops for kids in Leeds.Alexandra will be working with LB Act in Leeds and Halifax.The soap star landed her role in Coronation Street in 2018 and since then has been involved in some major storylines, including discovering Steve McDonald was Emma's real dad and going through partner Curtis's medical fraud.The actress won Best Newcomer at the British Soap Awards and was also nominated in the same category at the National Television Awards.But she announced she would be leaving Coronation Street earlier in February, saying "it's the right time".Alexandra told the Sun: "Playing Emma, on the most iconic street there is, has been the best experience of my life."Four years have gone so fast.“Compared to other cast members I still feel like a newbie, which makes my decision to leave all the more difficult."But I feel it’s the right time for me."She thanked everyone at Corrie for welcoming her onto the soap and trusting her to play the role of Emma – and for the friendships she made there.It seems her current storyline will result in her exit, after Corrie boss Iain MacLeod teased some major drama.Faye Windass knocked down a pensioner during a driving lesson with Emma, but Emma was tipsy at the time.Iain teased: "Emma has found herself in a massive pickle — one which will cause her to wave goodbye to the cobbles.

WITH Valentine's Day on the horizon, loved-up couples are getting ready for a night of romance. But love is not in the air in Weatherfield. Get the lowdown on all the drama in Monday's Coronation Street.

Coronation Street fans can expect plenty of drama in upcoming scenes as Amy Barlow collapses during a night out after being spiked.Jacob Hay (Jack Ryan) approaches Amy, Asha Alahan (Tanisha Gorey) and Summer Spellman (Harriet Bibby) and suggests they go clubbing in town after the Valentine’s Dance. Amy, Asha, Summer and Aadi Alahan (Adam Hussain) meet up with Jacob outside the venue.In the club, Amy becomes increasingly woozy. Suddenly she collapses and Jacob yells at Asha, Aadi and Summer to call an ambulance.Asha calls an ambulance while Jacob puts Amy in the recovery position.