Schools could close and bins left to overflow this winter as Unite opens ballot on strike action

A joyful Jeff Bridges held court Tuesday with the cast and crew of The Old Man, the FX series that marks Bridges’ first series regular role (if you don’t count his appearance opposite his dad Lloyd in the 1958 series Sea Hunt, that is).

Foo Fighters have cancelled all their upcoming tour dates following the recent death of band member Taylor Hawkins. In a public statement issued on Tuesday (March 29) the group apologised for the disappointment.

The government has issued a statement clarifying who will be able to get free Covid testing from April 1, Friday, when mass PCR and lateral flow testing is brought to an end. The free testing available to a small number of groups will be symptomatic - meaning that those taking tests must already be showing symptoms.

Free parking for NHS staff that was introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic will end on Friday in England, Sajid Javid has said. The Health Secretary issued a statement on Tuesday (March 29) announcing the perk would come to an end at the end of this month.

Still in bereavement over the untimely death of Taylor Hawkins, the Foo Fighters are nixing the remainder of their tour dates. "It is with great sadness that Foo Fighters confirm the cancellation of all upcoming tour dates in light of the staggering loss of our brother Taylor Hawkins," a spokesperson for the band said in a statement obtained by Fox News Digital on Tuesday.

Will Smith should have his Oscars pass revoked as far as Thomas Haden Church is concerned.

Piers Morgan is back on air following his dramatic resignation from ITV's Good Morning Britain for refusing to apologise to Meghan Markle in a scrap over the Royal Family.This time, he has turned his attention to Boris Johnson, condemning the lockdown parties at 10 Downing Street, for which 20 fines have today been issued by the Met police.On the show's Twitter account, @PiersUncensored, the latest tweet reads: "Piers has his say on the "absolutely disgraceful" lockdown parties that took place in Downing Street."Should Boris Johnson step down if he gets one of the 20 fines being issued by Met Police?"The accompanying video, which racked up almost 25,000 views in a matter of a few hours, tackled the contentious topic of "Lockdown Parties"."Every one of us made huge sacrifices," Piers reasoned, "and some people couldn't see our dying relatives."I think one of the worst things that any government can do is, in a national crisis, order the public of whatever country it may be to do one thing and then secretly themselves - the very people issuing the orders - do another," he announced in the show's trailer."This lockdown party that has rocked Downing Street...

BAFTAs earlier this month and shared his thoughts on presenter Rebel Wilson whilst appearing at the Ideal Home Show, in partnership with NatWest.The Entertainment Editor for Good Morning Britain claimed Rebel, 42, “knew what she was doing” and insisted that the jokes she told about the Royal Family “landed”. Richard, 52, shared his thoughts on the Australian star’s quips about the Royals in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk. When asked about whether he felt her jokes on members of the Royal Family landed, he was definite with his reply. “Oh, I think they landed,” he said with a chuckle. “And I think she absolutely knows what she’s doing.”Reflecting on the Pitch Perfect actress’ performance at the BAFTAs, he confirmed: “I love Rebel.”The presenter continued: “I think she herself said that, you know, when you host these events your head really is on the chopping block and I know she was worried about being cancelled. “Previously, her appearances on the BAFTAs have gone viral, which I'm sure is why she was picked for the occasion.

Shawn Mendes busted out a classic dance move to promote his new song, “When You’re Gone.” Oh, and by the way, he did so completely shirtless! The 23-year-old superstar singer showed off his moonwalking skills, as well as his chiseled abs, in a TikTok video he shared on Monday, March 28.

The kids are growing up so fast! Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick’s son James Wilkie Broderick, 19, and twin daughters Tabitha Hodge Broderick and Marion Loretta Elwell Broderick, both 12, smiled for a photo together at the opening night of their parents’ Broadway show Plaza Suite on Monday March 28. The kids were dressed up nice to see the revival of the classic play by Neil Simon.

Jada Pinkett Smith has finally given her two cents following the slap heard ‘round the world at the 94th Academy Awards.It’s been two days since Will Smith shocked the world at the Oscars on Sunday night, walking up onstage to slap comedian Chris Rock after he told a joke about his wife. While the Red Table Talk host didn’t address the situation specifically, she did take to Instagram today to post a message about her outlook on life. “This is a season for healing and I’m here for it,” the post reads.

BirminghamLive: "It's traumatising."We are all a little bit naïve in the fact that we don't think it'll happen to us. But it stays with you."I'm so paranoid now.

Kerry Katona’s eldest daughter has decided she now approves of her mother’s adult career on the popular X-rated social media platform on OnlyFans. The formerly bankrupt singer, 41, managed to climb out of her financial distress after she made more than £1million thanks to her saucy snaps on the popular subscription service.When the blonde bombshell first launched her account on the site, her eldest daughter Lilly, 19, confessed she “wasn’t happy” about her mum sharing sexy snaps online in order to help pay the bills.But now in a new interview with her first-born, the former Atomic Kitten singer explained how joining OnlyFans has helped her to improve the “many issues” surrounding her body issues.She confessed to new! Magazine: “There’s no filter.

Holby City might not be everyone's cup of tea but it's mine, as well as the cup of tea of millions of others.The BBC One medical drama, set in the fictional town of Wyvern first aired on the network 22 years ago today, since then, there has been over 1090 episodes.On average, four million viewers tune in to see the latest ongoings in the fictional hospital, as well as what's happening in the private lives of some of the most intelligent medical boffins.Take Jac Naylor for example, if she was a real doctor, she would arguably be one of the best in Britain but also the scariest and she has the storylines to prove it.Taking no crap from any colleagues or patients, Jac is perhaps one of the most recognisable characters when one thinks of Holby or the loveable Mo Effanga who was known for her infectious smile.Over its 22 years on the small screen, Holby has tackled some of the most dramatic storylines, including assisted suicide, Dr Digby's cancer, mental health and heartbreak.While some may see Holby as "just another TV show", it enables the nation to engage in conversations that wouldn't normally happen.For example, Elliot Hope's wife Gina, viewers saw her travel to Switzerland to help her die after living with motor neuron disease.

#HolbyCity""Absolutely bawling my heart out," a third added. The end of the episode heard Jac’s voice paying homage to the NHS and the hard working doctors and nurses that work tirelessly to heal the public.As the final credits rolls, black and white photographs accompanied the text showing the changing cast over the show’s 23-year-year stretch.Finally a black screen appeared with the text “Thank you to our viewers, all the Holby family who have contributed to the show over the 23 years and, not least, to the support from the NHS”The highly anticipated finale received roaring reviews online just minutes after it aired.“@BBCHolbyCity what a finale.

Katie Price has been snapped posing behind the wheel of a car not long after she was slapped with a driving ban. The glamour girl was banned from driving for two years last year, after a drink-driving crash.But it didn't stop her sitting in a fancy McLaren – which was parked up - for a picture.The snap was shared on Instagram by Lisa Marie Brown, who will be designing a glam new car for Katie.It showed the 43-year-old star beaming as she sat in the driver's seat of the stationary car and clutched the steering wheel.She was wearing comfy looking cream trousers and a snuggly black jacket.A black baseball cap was perched on Katie's head, and her long blonde hair was loose over her shoulders."Loves the McLaren," Lisa wrote."Hyped we are collaborating," she added.Katie also shared a video on her own Instagram Story to explain more to her followers about the collaboration.It showed her standing with Lisa, with both clad in the same baseball caps emblazoned with the word "Pink" and some bright pink cars behind them."So today I've met my match," Katie told her fans on the platform."We all know I love pink.

The Rangers contingent in the Nigeria side failed to reach the World Cup as the Super Eagles crashed out in the play-off against Ghana.

It's not often a luxury apartment arrives on the property market that truly has it all.

Oscars. In a new interview, Jim, 60, slammed the Men In Black actor for slapping comedian Chris Rock after his joke about Jada Pinkett Smith's alopecia, while also blasting the audience for their "standing ovation" of the star.Following the slap, Will went on to receive the prestigious award of Best Actor for his role in King Richard.After the announcement, he went on to receive a continuous round of applause from his fellow actors and Oscars audience.However, The Truman Show star Jim slammed the audience for their applause which occurred just minutes after Will slapped comedian Chris for his remarks about Jada's shaved head.Addressing the moment, Jim said: "I was sickened, I was sickened by the standing ovation.“I felt like Hollywood is just spineless en masse and it really felt like this is a really clear indication that we’re not the cool club anymore.”The star went on to reveal what he would have done if he had been slapped by the Aladdin star, adding Will "didn't have the right" to hit the comedian.Jim continued: "I’d have announced this morning that I was suing Will for 200 million dollars because that video is going to be there forever, it’s going to be ubiquitous."That insult is going to last a very long time."Chris has yet to break his silence on the incident, though it has been reported he is not pressing charges.

The Foo Fighters have cancelled their remaining tour dates after the sudden death of band member Taylor Hawkins at the age of 50.

Ethan Shanfeld After her notable absence from the recent “Harry Potter” reunion special, J.K. Rowling attended the premiere of “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore” on Tuesday at The Royal Festival Hall in London.When “Harry Potter” stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint reunited earlier this year for the HBO Max special “Return to Hogwarts,” which celebrated the 20th anniversary of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” Rowling decided to sit out.