Final council-run nursery in town to close after campaign to save it fails

Climate change was pretty weak from both of them," she declared after watching one of the pair's televised debates.She added: "They clearly have no idea of the scale…."Rishi Sunak has already been slammed for "economic illiteracy" over the issue.In previous government debates, he consistently voted against policies aimed at minimising the perils of climate change and global warming.And just before the pandemic began, he dismissed the idea of a proposal to cut almost all transport emissions by 2030.Back in 2016, he chose not to vote in favour of lowering the maximum carbon emissions for new homes.Meanwhile, he even stood against plans for a windfall tax against oil and gas companies.However he did create incentives for those who installed eco-friendly insulation in their homes, and cut VAT for those who chose to install solar panels on their homes.Plus he also grabbed attention when his Budget Statement announced he would like to divert £1 billion to a Net Zero innovation fund.When asked what members of the public could do in the fight against climate change, Mr Sunak simply suggested recycling - a technique that many have argued would not go far enough.Meanwhile Liz Truss was keen to let the world know that she had been an eco-warrior "before it was fashionable"."I was a teenage eco warrior campaigning against damage to the ozone layer," the leadership candidate proudly announced.However, some of her critics believe her policy ideas on the matter have barely progressed since those teenage years.She previously held the position of Environment Secretary, but during that time, she cut subsidies for wind farms and dismissed Michael Gove's ideas for cutting air pollution.Ms Truss also announced in March that she would

Scots could see another £160 knocked off their winter energy bills if Rishi Sunak becomes Prime Minister.

A model who was asked to leave a supermarket while wearing skimpy clothing has shared her frustration and claimed she faced “prejudice just because I’m hot”. Iara Ferreira said that the incident happened in Miami when she was approached by an employee who recognised her because he is also Brazilian.

Scots Lotto winner Jane Park has revealed that she is currently in hospital.

A man broke into his mother's Hamilton home twice in the space of five days despite bail conditions banning him from going near her.

Oli Shaw admits he can’t wait for Kilmarnock’s Premiership curtain-raiser.

TV star Lorraine Kelly thinks V&A Dundee would be the perfect venue to host the Eurovision Song Contest. The presenter suggested the venue as two of Scotland's largest cities confirm their bids to host the mega event.

FORMER Hollyoaks actress Rachel Adedeji is making her TV comeback in an upcoming series called Champion. The talented singer and actress, 30, previously played Lisa Loveday on the Channel 4 soap, but left the role in 2020.

BBC Breakfast fans had a big question after Naga Munchetty tweeted about her "worst day of the year". The 46-year-old presenter's revelation came during an exchange with her co-star Carol Kirkwood on Twitter this morning.

LOVE Island has been hit by a fresh race row after it was revealed Indiyah Polack, Dami Hope, Danica Taylor and Jamie Allen are at risk of being dumped. During Tuesday night's episode of Love Island the results of the public vote were revealed, with Adam Collard and Paige Thorne also ending up in danger.

Ali Wentworth looks to be having the time of her life in LA, where she has been for the past week.MORE: Ali Wentworth stuns in leopard print swimsuit while at home in New YorkThe Go Ask Ali podcast star is in California for work while her husband George Stephanopoulos has remained in New York City.The mother-of-two gave an update from her working vacation on Tuesday, sharing a picture of her breathtaking view featuring an outdoor swimming pool and palm trees.VIDEO: Ali Wentworth jokes she's divorcing George StephanopoulosThe candid snapshot also saw a glimpse of Ali's blonde hair, and she captioned it: "California blonde."MORE: George Stephanopoulos makes rare social media appearance alongside daughters for Father's DayMORE: Ali Wentworth details 'scariest' interruption she faced while on a hikeLast week the author shared a photo of herself sitting on the steps outside of a trailer, tagging her location as Los Angeles, California.In the caption, she wrote: "Working girl." Fans were quick to comment on the post, with one writing: "Very excited about this," while another wrote: "Excited for what's coming is an understatement." A third simply added: "Yes!!" Ali Wentworth shared a stunning photo of her view of her swimming pool in LAAli hasn't given any more details of her project so far but no doubt will do in the near future! She hasn't sat still for long this year and recently came back from New York City after spending time in Montauk on vacation with George.MORE: Inside Ali Wentworth and George Stephanopoulos' stunning $6.5m New York apartmentMORE: Ali Wentworth calls out husband George Stephanopoulos live on GMAThe couple enjoyed some quality time together, having recently also gone away to Paris.

Jamie Redknapp gave fans a candid insight into his fun-filled Italian summer holiday with his blended family.SEE: Jamie Redknapp and wife Frida are the picture of summer on idyllic day outTaking to Instagram, the former footballer shared a sun-drenched snap of his two eldest children and baby Raphael playing in the swimming pool.WATCH: Jamie Redknapp's baby son Raphael takes after his dad in adorable videoStood in the deep end, Beau, 13, balanced his father on his shoulders, while Charley, 17, supported seven-month-old Raphael.MORE: Jamie Redknapp's wife Frida shares stunning sun-kissed snaps for a very special occasionMORE: Jamie Redknapp's wife Frida special update with rarely seen daughterThe 49-year-old is currently enjoying some time away with his blended family comprised of wife Frida, his two boys from his previous marriage to Louise Redknapp, and baby Raphael whom he shares with Frida. Jamie larked about with his three sonsHe captioned the post: "Lads, lads, lads" followed by a red heart emoji.Jamie's fans went berserk in the comment section, with one fan writing: "Beautiful photo of your lovely family" whilst a second penned: "Great pic of all the lads, looks like you're all having so much fun in the sun."Other fans were delighted by little Raphael's star appearance, with one noting: "The baby is cuteness overload", whilst another added: "Look at little Raphy."Earlier that day, Jamie shared a gorgeous photo of his wife Frida balancing Raphael on her hip.

Alec Baldwin frequently takes to Instagram to share happy family updates or professional news with his fans.MORE: Alec Baldwin shocks fans as he announces controversial decisionBut this week he used the platform to pay touching tributes to two friends following the news of their sudden deaths. WATCH: Alec Baldwin's toddler's rock star impression is adorableOn Tuesday, Alec posted a picture of an article confIrming the death of Goodfellas actor Paul Sorvino at the age of 83.

Naman Ramachandran Newen Studios, the Paris-headquartered production and distribution group, has taken a majority stake in London-based production house, Rise Films, the outfit behind “All That Breathes,” which won the top documentary prizes at Sundance and Cannes this year. The move is part of Newen’s premium documentary ambitions and U.K.

LOVE Island fans were left unimpressed by the mile high challenge and have branded it the "worst" one yet. The girls transformed into sexy air hostesses for a racy 'mile high club' challenge.

The average Brit will go on more than 2,000 nights out, spend 39,000 hours laughing, and share 630 secrets during a lifetime of friendship.A poll of 2,000 adults revealed they will also spend an average of 125,143 minutes – the equivalent of 87 days – chatting to pals over the phone, and send an enormous 36,036 messages.The average adult currently has 10 good friends – with one in ten knowing their closet companion since they were six.It also emerged 17 years is the average length of a friendship – although 17% have had the same best friend for more than 30 years.When quizzed on what makes a good friend, giving honest outfit advice, making each other laugh, and sending embarrassing photos on a birthday, were cited as the top things.The research was commissioned by Disney, as part of its Wonder of Friendship campaign, that celebrates Mickey Mouse and Friends’ iconic friendships.Sarah Fox, vice president of marketing and communications for Disney consumer products, gaming and publishing EMEA, said: “Friendships are vital – but as we get older, they can become more difficult to maintain for a variety of different reasons.“That’s why it’s so uplifting to see how much importance we put on having strong, lasting bonds with our friends, and celebrate Disney best Pals Mickey and Friends, who exemplify a lifetime of friendship this International Friendship Day.”Seven in ten said their friend sees them as someone they can always turn to for help – with relationships being the most common topic of conversation.The average time spent with a friend per week is four hours, while 48% claim it’s unusual to go a day without talking to them.But the study, conducted via OnePoll, also found half (49%) wish they could see their buddies more

Neighbours families including the Robinsons and the Kennedys.But those same streets are also home to Cameron Stollery, who made his name as a Rubik’s Cube world champion.Neighbours is filmed at Pin Oak Court, in Vermont South, Victoria.

Scientists are baffled at the discovery of mysterious holes at the bottom of the ocean that look "human-made". They were found by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Okeanos Explorer ship, which carried out three ocean exploration expeditions as part of the Voyage to the Ridge 2022.

Luca Bish's family have released statement after fans accused him of pushing Gemma Owen in last night's episode, Tuesday 26 July, of Love Island.The ladies in the villa were competing in the dancing challenge and had to pretend to be air hostesses while making sure the boys were strapped up in their seats. However when it was Gemma's turn, the fishmonger wasn't too pleased to see her lick Adam Collard.This resulted in Luca moving her away from him when it was his turn to be strapped.Taking to his Instagram page, Luca's family came to Luca's defence to say that the villa causes heightened emotions and that they're proud Luca expressed how he felt.They wrote: "9/10 weeks of no contact with any family and friends.

Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather are said to be going back and forth over fight rules for a blockbuster boxing rematch which could pocket the Irishman £130million five years after their first meeting. The former UFC featherweight and lightweight champion and the 50-0 former professional boxer starred in the second highest-selling combat sports pay-per-view event of all time back in 2017 in which Mayweather won via a tenth round TKO.

great white shark had a massive poo in his direction while he was filming the beast with his underwater camera. In the three-second clip, which was broadcast in the Discovery Channel's “Mega Predators of Oz” documentary for Shark Week, the diver is left with a face full of faeces straight from a great white shark.The shark is seen swimming near the divers, letting out a great big poo, which is just what Dr Charlie Huveneers and his team of biologists were hoping for as were there to try to get a sample of the giant shark’s faeces.