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A government minister has hinted at a potential review of drink and drug-driving laws in light of increasing deaths on UK roads. Speaking to LBC, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said it "might be time to have a look at those (laws)" as part of broader measures to enhance road safety, which include launching new awareness campaigns.

Former Going For Gold and Game For A Laugh host Henry Kelly has died aged 78.The writer and broadcaster died “peacefully” on Tuesday “after a period of ill health”, his family said. A statement said: “Henry will be sorely missed by his friends and family, including his partner Karolyn Shindler, their son Alexander, Henry’s daughter Siobhan and her mother Marjorie.” Born in Dublin on April 17 1946, Kelly was a friend of fellow Belvedere College pupil Sir Terry Wogan, who fronted a host of entertainment shows including the Eurovision Song Contest and Blankety Blank.

Iain Dale booted an American journalist off his radio show in dramatic fashion last night - after the reporter backed Donald Trump's claims that diversity hiring caused the American Airlines jet crash.

More than 10 million older people are missing out on Winter Fuel Payments this year because they are not in receipt of a means-tested benefit such as Pension Credit. The Labour Government insisted the policy change was necessary to plug a £22 billion black hole in the public purse left by the Conservative administration.

It looks as though congratulations are in order for one This Morning star after they shared some exciting news on the ITV show. During Monday's instalment, host Cat Deeley halted the programme to inform viewers of an update.

Broadcaster Vanessa Feltz is taking over Carol Vorderman's Sunday slot on LBC permanently. Last month, former Countdown star Vorderman, 63, announced she would be stepping down from her radio show due to "burnout" from working seven days a week.

Private schools “have the means” to help children with special educational needs at risk of being priced out by plans to apply VAT to fees, the Health Secretary has said.

A security company could face “penalties” for the delays in fitting some offenders with electronic tags after they have been released from prison, a Home Office minister has suggested.

An Ayr-based architectural firm has taken the first steps on the journey to transform the famous Hourstons building in Alloway Street.

Iain Dale has openly recounted his hospital woes, describing the experience as a "nightmare" since being admitted to intensive care.

A Good Morning Britain star has been taken to hospital, telling fans he was facing a "nightmare" after being rushed in to see doctors late last night. Iain Dale, a popular commentator on the ITV show as well as a host in his own right on radio station LBC, explained that he had been kept waiting more than three hours in A&E. He explained to his listeners why he wouldn't be on the radio last night by sharing a picture from the waiting room of the A&E wing of a hospital, writing: "The reason I’m not presenting my show this evening…" The 62-year-old wrote: "Three and a half hours in A&E and it looks like a gall bladder issue.They’re running tests.

Dermot O'Leary was on hand to tackle some live-air tension on Thursday's episode of This Morning (July 25). The telly hosts, Alison Hammond and the ex-X Factor celeb, were stuck in a bit of a verbal tug-of-war with Nick Ferrari, Ashley James and Martin Lewis over UK's escalating shoplifting rates.

This Morning's Dermot O'Leary has shared his heartfelt concern following the discovery of a body believed to be that of missing teenager Jay Slater in Tenerife. While discussing the tragic news with LBC Radio's Tom Swarbrick on the ITV programme, alongside co-host Alison Hammond, Dermot relayed the sombre update: "The civil guard says that whilst formal identification needs to take place, all evidence suggests the remains are those of Jay Slater, who might have suffered an accident or fall." Tom shed light on the local reaction during their conversation, revealing insights from a regional newspaper editor: "[They have] the same questions that are on the front page of one of the British newspapers today, which is basically, 'Why wasn't this done sooner, given that unfortunately this body was located quite close to where the last phone signal seemed to have come from?'" He continued, detailing the challenging conditions that search teams faced: "The answer from this newspaper editor is the terrain is horrendous.

LBC listeners were left reeling as 'tetchy' Rishi Sunak lost his cool when questioned on his dire election campaign.

The worrying hunt for ITV favourite Dr Michael Mosley is still ongoing, but unfortunately, Greek officials have had to set a deadline due to growing concerns that the severe heatwave may have overcome him.The well-loved This Morning health pro went missing in Symi, and the island's mayor, Eleftherios Papakalodoukas, has suggested the doctor could be suffering from dehydration because of the scorching temperatures that hit 35 degrees Celsius. Mayor Papakalodoukas highlighted the perilous nature of Dr Mosley's chosen hiking route, which features "very high cliffs" and challenging terrain that could represent considerable dangers, particularly if he didn't stay hydrated. Without adequate hydration, his risk of fainting would have been considerably higher, the Mayor told reporters.

The search for beloved ITV personality Dr Michael Mosley continues without success, as Greek officials sombrely set a deadline amid rising fears that the intense heatwave may have overcome him. The mayor of Symi, Eleftherios Papakalodoukas, where the This Morning health expert disappeared, suggested that Dr Mosley may have been affected by dehydration due to soaring temperatures reaching 35C.

This Morning has been hit with more than 600 Ofcom complaints after an on-air rant from one of the stars prompted a furious backlash. Outspoken Nick Ferrari, 65 - a regular on the ITV1 show appearing live from his studio at radio station LBC - upset some with his remarks. His long diatribe about being able to eat nuts on flights left host Dermot O'Leary whacking himself over the head with the show's running order, saying: "Urgh, where do I begin to start unpacking this?" Describing his perfect airline during a discussion about dogs on flights last month, Nick said: "Here are some of the restrictions; no babies or children who cry, nobody who tries to recline their seat, nobody who doesn't fancy a drink mid air.

revealed by LBC from the Met Office to the government, it has estimated that there is a possibility for there to be roughly 50 “wet days” over the next three months.In the summer of 2023, there were 40 days of rain. 1912 holds the record for the most rainy days with 55 checked off.According to Timeout UK, a “wet day” has been described as a “one where 2.5mm of rain falls.” The Met Office also shared that the long-range forecast explained: “The chances of a wetter-than-average period are higher than a drier-than-average one.”They added: “Rainfall at this time of year has a greater risk of localised heavy downpours and thunderstorms,” meaning that the rainfall will often be concentrated within a smaller area.According to Met office data, the UK has had a very wet year so far with the month of February being its wettest since 1836 and Winter 2023/24 was the UK’s eighth wettest on record.Though the summer in the UK is allegedly en route to be the wettest summer in 100 years, the Met Office did confirm that reports of a drenched summer are just estimations.“It’s not possible to forecast a specific number of days of rain in the UK for a whole season,” the forecasters explained to The i .

Vanessa Feltz has opened up about her dating life as she moves on from cheating fiance Ben Ofoedu, following their split in December 2022, which came after Vanessa discovered that he had been unfaithful numerous times throughout their 16 year relationship. Speaking to OK! about how she's been making the most of being single and enjoying numerous dates, she says: "What can I say… There are glimmers, there are flickers… I’m dating, yes - but I can’t say anything’s really stuck, so far.

Vanessa Feltz was left feeling apprehensive on Friday (3 May) as she headed to the hospital for a medical procedure, taking to Instagram to admit her nerves. As the radio presenter, 62, headed to the procedure, she filmed herself and explained: "This morning, I'm going on my own, to do some horrible medical procedure. I won't bother with the deets but I reckon it's going to hurt.

George Galloway angrily cut off a live radio interview after being challenged over comments he made about gay relationships.