Hospice in 'critical' situation after losing 80 per cent of shop volunteers due to pandemic

A Bolton Labour councillor who quit the party during a council meeting says ‘backbenchers are treated as voting fodder’ by local leaders.

Hundreds of thousands of people are going crazy for a live stream showing planes attempting to land at Heathrow Airport during Storm Eunice.

Countryfile presenter has now explained how she’ll be taking a break from social media to focus on family time.Posting on Twitter earlier today, Julia shared an important message as she announced her absence.She posted a video of the common areas women miss when they’re looking for signs of breast cancer.The informative clip points out the armpit, the collarbone and behind the nipple are all blindspots.Alongside this, Julia penned: “Taking a break from SM to spend time with my family.“I couldn't leave you with a more valuable bit of info.“Share with your friends male & female.“Early detection can help treatment enormously. Big love.”Julia ended her tweet with the hashtags: “#breastcancerawareness #Cancers #checkyourself.”Many of her followers responded with their support following the news.Jim Toms wrote: “Take care JB and 'see' you when you come back.

Eagle-eyed Emmerdale fans have spotted a plot hole as the aftermath of Billy Fletcher and Dawn Taylor's wedding plays out.

Manchester’s first life-saving ‘bleed safety cabinet’ has been installed in south Manchester.

A woman was left speechless by a stranger’s random act of kindness in Asda.

Rochdale leaders have been urged to scrap plans for a 3pc council tax hike as fears grow over the looming cost of living criss.

Amanda Holden wowed of herself in a seriously glamorous dress in her latest Instagram upload.Posting to social media on Thursday, the Britain's Got Talent judge continued her birthday celebrations by posing in a stunning Nadine Merabi beaded mini dress.Amanda looked phenomenal in the short gown, which retails at £325.The garment has white feather detailing around the bust and a structured sequinned bodice, with Amanda flaunting her endlessly toned pins in strappy silver stilettos and a red-painted pedicure.The Heart FM presenter posed elegantly on a low stoop alongside a number of colourful balloons, finishing her look with flawless make-up.She wore her long blonde tresses in bouncy curls over her shoulders.Amanda turned 51 earlier this week and has been enjoying a number of festivities to mark the occasion.In earlier social media posts, the Wild at Heart star posed with her lookalike daughter Lexi as they enjoyed a night on the town, with Amanda rocking the same amazing dress.The stunning look soon gained praise from Amanda's 1.8 million Instagram followers, who were quick to comment on her "incredible" and "perfect" outfit.One follower wrote: "OMG!!! WOW!!! every year you seem to get younger and younger.

Tilly Ramsay looked stunning in a pink trouser suit and matching top as she attended an event with her mother Tana.The Ramsay ladies were ready to let their hair down at the Boots 17 launch, with the retailer bringing the affordable brand to consumers with products all £5 or less.Blonde bombshell Tilly, 20, was enjoying a night out with her mum after wrapping up the Strictly Come Dancing live tour.The television star wowed partygoers with her gorgeous pink ensemble, which consisted of a bright pink trouser suit and a neon top underneath.She wore a pair of white trainers but that was the only thing not pink in her look.Gordon Ramsay's daughter had a soft pink shadow applied to her lids, as well as some sparkle, and she had subtle strands of tinsel throughout her hair.Tilly's honey blonde locks were styled in bouncy waves and they ran down past her shoulders.Her mum Tana, 47, joined her on the pink carpet as they both celebrated the launch of Boots 17.The brunette beauty was all smiles as Tilly looked up at her lovingly, clearly enjoying their night out together in London.While Tilly was all-pink, Tana – who married celebrity chef Gordon in 1996 – went for all-black in a sleek jumpsuit that featured see-through lace detailing at the arms.She cinched in her waist with a statement Gucci belt.Tana's deep brown hair was styled straight, and she went for a subtle makeup look of bronze eyeshadow and a natural glossy lip.At the event, Tilly had her makeup done by professionals, who used products such as finishing powder to perfect her look.Tilly enjoyed the night with her Strictly pal pro dancer Kai Widdrington also in attendance.The duo finished off the live tour last weekend.Tilly dazzled fans as she danced with her pro partner

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A private Scottish island which inspired JM Barrie's Peter Pan and is owned by Richard Branson's sister will feature in a new TV show.

St Mirren manager Jim Goodwin is in talks with Aberdeen after a compensation package was thrashed out – and will not take Friday's press conference.

Former Hamilton Accies boss Brian Rice is believed to be on the verge of being appointed boss at League One club Alloa Athletic.

Staff at Canine Campus in Rutherglen are on the lookout for foster carers and forever homes for the lovable poaches in their care.

St Mirren boss Jim Goodwin has moved one step closer to joining Aberdeen after the Buddies gave him permission to speak to the Dons.

Elliot Page is working on a memoir, in which he will write about everything from his Oscar-nominated film career to becoming a prominent transgender person.

Kanye West’s new album Donda 2 will not be available on streaming platforms.

Victoria Beckham's workout regime look? The former Spice Girl shared a glimpse at her intense exercise routine on Friday, and fans were seriously impressed – including her biggest champion, husband David Beckham!SPORTY SPICE: Victoria Beckham's extreme diet and fitness secrets unveiledThe mother-of-four – who raises children Brooklyn, 22, Romeo, 19, Cruz, 16, and 10-year-old Harper with David – shared a series of photographs from her home gym, revealing her "relentless" regime, expertly crafted by her personal trainer Bobby Rich.

Jamie Lang “Transplant,” Canada’s most-watched drama series, will be back for a third season at CTV, produced by Sphere Media in association with CTV and Universal International Studios, a division of Universal Studio Group.Season 3 will shoot in Montréal, with Hamza Haq returning as protagonist Dr. Bashir Hamed, a Syrian refugee who fled to Canada where he now practices medicine.

His side of the story. Matthew Perry is ready to clear up all the misconceptions about his life — from his time on Friends and beyond — in his upcoming book, Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing.

Emiliano De Pablos Closing in on one of the leading voices in Caribbean cinema, Sony Pictures Television has acquired from Latido Films Latin American rights to “Hotel Coppelia,” directed by Dominican filmmaker José María Cabral.Produced by Santo Domingo-based Rafael Elías Muñoz at Lantica Media and Cabral’s outfit Tabula Rasa, “Hotel Coppelia” is a real events-inspired drama, set during the 1965 Revolution in Dominican Republic.The story focus on a forlorn band of prostitutes, forced to pick sides when the American military invades and the soldiers hole up in their seaside brothel.“It would be impossible to think of a better house to have ‘Hotel Coppelia’ seen in Latin America,” Latido Films CEO Antonio Saura told Variety about the Sony Pictures deal. “The film deals with great intelligence with important issues of the history not only of the Dominican Republic but of all the region, but seen through the eyes of unexpected protagonists, caught in events that are beyond their reach.