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The Government’s new value for money tsar will be paid a day rate of £950. David Goldstone will take up the position of chairman of the new Office for Value for Money, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced during her Budget statement. She said Mr Goldstone would “help us realise the benefits from every pound of public spending.” He will be in post for a year and is responsible for providing advice to the Chancellor and Chief Secretary to the Treasury to save money by reforming systems and improving policy outcomes. The role will be paid at a day rate of £950 and Mr Goldstone is expected to work a monthly average of one day a week. It is an independent role and he is not an employee of the Treasury. Mr Goldstone is also a non-executive director of the Submarine Delivery Agency and HS2 Ltd. He was previously chief executive of Parliament’s Restoration and Renewal Delivery Authority and chief operating officer at the Ministry of Defence. Mr Goldstone also oversaw the Government’s £...

Ginny Buckley, the host of Escape to the Country, shared a touching moment in the latest episode as she revealed her own experience with loss. In Wednesday's show (October 30), Ginny was helping couple Ele and Huw find their dream home in East Sussex, following a period of personal tragedy that had befallen them in Hertfordshire. The couple decided it was time for a fresh start in the countryside after enduring a tough time at their current residence. Huw recounted an accident he suffered in 2018 which required a lengthy recovery, and not long after, they faced the heartbreak of losing their beloved dog Bree. Huw recalled: "Quite a few months later just after our lives were getting back on track, our first dog Bree unfortunately, one day just had a seizure out of nowhere." Ele, overcome with emotion, continued the story, revealing that despite trying medication, they ultimately had to face the devastating decision to put Bree to sleep. She tearfully said: "While ...

Almost six years after they last graced our screens together, Made in Chelsea favourites Binky Felstead, Lucy Watson and Rosie Fortescue are returning to TV with their latest show, Beyond Chelsea. The reality TV stars-turned-mums and entrepreneurs are letting fans back into their lives with a brand-new series on E4 that charts their new challenges and adventures away from the glitz of their Made in Chelsea days. In an emotional segment of the opening episode, Binky shares a deeply personal moment as she discusses her mother Jane Felstead's battle with multiple sclerosis (MS) and the family's adjustment to their altered reality. Multiple sclerosis, known for attacking the central nervous system, often manifests through symptoms such as visual disturbances, numbness, weakness and motor control issues, which can significantly impact day-to-day life. Jane, affectionately remembered by Made in Chelsea fans for her witty commentary on her daughters romantic escapades, is seen...

Big Brother enthusiasts have been left scratching their heads over housemate Nathan's claims of being a butler to King Charles. In Monday evening's episode (October 28), Nathan found himself under the spotlight as his housemates probed him about his past employment. Keen to unearth details, they quizzed him on whether he had ever seen the King in his nightwear or if he was responsible for bringing items to him on a tray. Nathan remained tight-lipped, yet he let slip that the King would be "off before I go in". However, as the housemates persisted in their questioning, viewers were expressing their doubts on social media. One sceptic took to X, stating: "Fully believe that Nathan is lying about his butler job." Another vented their irritation online: "Watching Nathan lie about being King Charles' butler is so cringe. Please get rid of him omg," reports the Manchester Evening News . Fans are questioning Nathan's previous role...

Rahim Redcar, formerly know as Christine and The Queens, has announced a tour to celebrate the launch of his latest album. The Hopecore Tour will see the artist perform nine dates across two continents. And it'll kick off at London's Fabric on Friday, November 1. Tickets start at £22, and are available to purchase now - you can get them via Dice . The 36-year-old will play the venue from 10pm to 1am. He'll be supported by J. Aria , a UK-based DJ, producer, composer and vocalist. READ MORE: Londoners could enjoy their last night out by 2029 as 3 venues closing per week, say experts After Rahim Redcar announced the news on Instagram, fans were quick to react. One user wrote: "You’re so handsome mon petit pois . Cannot wait to see you at Fabric!" "I so wish you were adding a Glasgow date, Scotland loves you," another said, while a third commented: "Have fun, you belong on stage. Bless you Rahim Redcar." Fabric is located at 77A Charter...

The King will return to regular overseas trips next year as he adapts to living with cancer. Charles will fly abroad during the spring and autumn, the traditional periods for official foreign royal trips, provided doctors sanction the travel. The development comes after the King’s recent tour of Australia and Samoa with the Queen he was “determined” to carry out and which was a “perfect tonic” for the head of state, said a senior Buckingham Palace official. The palace official added: “We’re now working on a pretty normal looking full overseas tour programme for next year, which is a high for us to end on, to know that we can be thinking in those terms.” READ MORE: Derelict London home 'in really poor condition' finally sells for £2m after seven years An update about the state of the King’s health or his treatment has not been given but the news that Charles will take on more overseas trips suggests his cancer is being managed successfully. The King “genuinely loved” the...

Debenhams has rolled out a tempting sale on their women's clothing range, and we've got our eyes on a particular printed number that seems perfect for chilly days. The Dorothy Perkins Leopard Keyhole Midi Dress is now up for grabs with a £4 discount, taking it to a more wallet-friendly £34.20 from its original price of £38. With its long sleeves and midi length, it's definitely an item meant to tackle the chill in style. Plus, the crew neck feature adds to the charm. Styled by the model with knee-high leather boots, the dress screams winter chic. It's crafted from a material that promises comfort and just the right amount of stretch. Featuring a catchy leopard print, this Dorothy Perkins creation spans across sizes 8-18. Garnering rave reviews, the piece boasts a stellar 4.5 out of five-star rating based on feedback from over 50 shoppers. READ MORE: Next launch 'gorgeous' new winter boots - and they're perfect for dresses READ MORE: Cordless vacuum w...

The Metropolitan Police have issued a renewed appeal to help find a London mum and her seven-year-old son as they remain missing after 141 days. However, today (October 24), the pair were spotted for the first time in four months. Karima Mahmoud, 43, and Adam Glanville, aged seven, were seen on Monday, June 3 in Richmond. But today, after months of being unable to find the mum and son, the police received a new sighting of Karima. She was spotted near Bedfont Road in Feltham, West London. The Met Police say Karima is in breach of a family court order and police are trying to locate both her and Adam. READ MORE: Tower Hamlets man ran brothel and forced women to have sex with up to 15 men daily Karima Mahmoud, 43, is also missing and was spotted in Feltham on October 24 (Image: Metropolitan Police) Detective Sergeant Mary Dawson, who is leading the investigation, has said: “Have you seen Karima or Adam in recent days? Are you renting a room or accommodation to them? ...

Big Brother was back on ITV2 on Wednesday night (October 23), and the housemates were greeted with a new task that transformed them into rats. The housemates have been surviving on basic rations and gruel after continuously breaking the rules by discussing nominations. In one scene broadcasted on the show, housemate Lily was seen in the bathroom, being sick and struggling on the loo after Big Brother secretly treated her to luxury food. The Chinese takeaway worker has been shocking her fellow housemates with her unpleasant habits in the house, and it appears viewers are now also repulsed, especially by the sounds she was making. One viewer took to X, previously known as Twitter, to vent: "The Ofcom report I'm going to send after hearing Lily s**t.", reports the Express . Lily threw up after eating too much in the episode (Image: (Image: ITV)) #bbuk. "Another fan of the show joked: "hate to be that guy but did we have to hear lily...t...

Big Brother was thrown into chaos as Segun’s brutal remark left the house divided and three more rule breaks were exposed. Tension has been high in the iconic house as last night (Monday, October 21) it was revealed that Khaled faces eviction on Friday night alongside Izaaz, Nathan and Marcello. Ali and Dean were immune after becoming Heads of House and that hasn’t gone down well with some of their housemates. At first they matched Lily with Hannah in what appeared to be a strategy to shield young Lily, the 20-year-old from eviction for a second week. However, their plan changed and they chose to save Hannah and Lily and instead nominate Khaled and Marcello for eviction. Ali and Dean were immune after becoming Heads of House During tonight’s episode of the TV hit reality show, sides are now forming in the house, after Khaled and Marcello were put up for eviction despite not receiving any nominations. The decision sparked intense discussions among the housemates an...

Mountain Warehouse shoppers are loving a coat that's the perfect addition to your autumn and winter wardrobes . And its price has just been slashed as part of the retailer's ongoing sales. The Alaskan Womens 3 in 1 Long Waterproof Jacket is now £99.99, down from £219.99 - saving you a huge £120. Available in sizes 4 to 28, it comes in dark grey, black, khaki, light beige and navy - although some sizes are currently out of stock. Providing full weather protection, it features a removable padded inner for added warmth on colder days. It also has a waterproof outer with taped seams and an adjustable hood to keep you dry, even in heavy rain . READ MORE: 'I found the perfect pair of Ghost trousers that goes with my winter jumpers and cardigans' "Great length, very warm lining and perfect for dog walks" (Image: Mountain Warehouse) For extra warmth, you can pair it with the Magic Touch Screen Womens Gloves from Mountain Warehouse, currently...

A murder investigation is underway in Datchet following a fatal crash outside the Liquid Leisure Centre at 4.07pm on Saturday (October 19). Thames Valley Police officers arrived at the scene on Horton Road and found a motorbike had left the road and its two riders, both boys aged 16 and both from Slough , were seriously injured. They were taken to hospital, where one of the boys died this afternoon (Sunday, October 20). His next of kin have been informed and they are being supported by specially trained family liaison officers. Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Inspector Stuart May of Thames Valley Police’s Major Crime Unit, said: “First and foremost, my thoughts are with the families and friends of the two victims, one of whom sadly died in hospital this afternoon. Initially, the reports of the road traffic collision were unclear. READ MORE: Body recovered from River Thames after 10 day search for missing rower after boat capsized "It was first reported that a bus was ...

Gladiators rebooted on January 13 this year, bringing back the original 1992 hit series. With it came a whole host of new Gladiators including Sabre, who will feature on Michael McIntyre's The Wheel, though it's not known which episode she will join. Gladiators presented by Bradley Walsh and his son Barney, episodes see four contestants - or ‘contenders’ - battling it out in a number of gruelling events against the ‘Gladiators’, who are athletes or bodybuilders. READ MORE: Gladiators: Meet the 'superhuman' London pros from Olympian to 'explosive' sprinter There are a number of stars on the show, such as Sabre, real name Sheli McCoy, who will feature on Michael McIntyre's The Wheel. She’s a self-described ‘grafter’ and trains between 16 and 19 hours per week. But outside of Gladiators, the 36-year-old has a very normal job. She runs a gym in Dundee, Scotland, from where she shares clips of her workouts on Instagram. But things haven’t always been easy...

A man in his 50s was stabbed in Enfield this afternoon (Friday, October 18). Met Police officers and London Ambulance Service (LAS) paramedics scrambled to the scene on Mandeville Road junction with Ordnance Road after receiving calls about a stabbing at 1.54pm. Paramedics attended alongside the officers where they found the man suffering stab wounds. He was treated at the scene before being rushed to hospital where he remains. Thankfully, his injuries have been assessed to be non-life threatening or life-changing by doctors at the hospital. READ MORE: Pregnant woman and her unborn baby killed in 'tragic' crash with police car No arrests have been made in connection with the stabbing meaning the man's attacker is still at large. A crime scene has been set up on Mandeville Road which remains in place. The Google Streetview below shows where the attack happened at Mandeville Road junction with Ordnance Road. The Met Police released a statement about the stabbing. A ...

BBC Ambulance aired a terrifying moment on Thursday's episode as they shared the sound of a patient assaulting their colleagues. During the latest instalment, the East London ambulance crew were out at work when the distressing sounds of a patient assaulting their colleagues filled their radios as they had pressed the emergency button. A narrator explained: "When pressed, an emergency button on a paramedic's radio cuts off all other communications and broadcasts openly to all crews on the channel." The ambulance workers were left in tears as they heard the terrifying moment the patient shouted "I will kill you" at their colleagues in a crew emergency, reports the Mirror . The ambulance workers were left in tears as they heard the terrifying moment (Image: BBC) The East London ambulance crew's reactions were shown and one member was left in tears as they said: "That's really distressing," as they heard their colleagu...

Eve Unwin (played by Heather Peace) bid farewell to Walford on Wednesday (October 16) and returned to her Yorkshire roots without her partner Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal), leaving fans in suspense about her return. Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry) orchestrated a visit from his and Suki's distant grandson Tye, marking his first appearance. The event brought the Panesars together in joy, welcoming their late son's child. On Tuesday (October 15), Nish confessed his intentions to use Tye as a means to reconnect with Suki. However, he was incensed when he overheard his former wife joking with Eve that Tye wouldn't remember his grandfather due to his impending death. In response, Nish began plotting revenge and made an enigmatic phone call, ordering an assault on an unidentified individual. Eve Unwin left Walford on Wednesday (Image: BBC) During her latest visit to the Square, Eve received a distressing call from her estranged father, informing her that h...

Drugs, their harms and whether the law should be changed to decriminalise some, or all of them, are debates that remain present in British politics, whoever is in power. Despite worries about young people exploited through county lines drug dealing, neither Labour nor the Conservatives have ever pushed for decriminalisation. Groups such as Transform Drugs Policy Foundation continue to press the UK Government for changes, arguing that drugs should be under government control and 'out of the hands of organised crime'. READ MORE: Amazon shoppers praise heated throw that 'saves putting heating on' and keeps them 'toasty' But changes in UK law have been minimal. From 2004 to 2009, cannabis was reclassified from being a Class B drug to the less severe Class C, before reverting to its former status. In November 2018, the medicinal use of cannabis with approval from a medical practitioner was legalised, but only in a small number of scenarios. Recreational use of t...

EastEnders dropped a bombshell for Chelsea Fox on Monday (October 14) as her mum Denise unveiled a massive secret about the club crush. Back in August, a near-death crush at Peggy's resulted in several locals getting injured including Lauren Branning (portrayed by Jacqueline Jossa) and Amy Branning (Ellie Dadd) - who experienced a cardiac arrest and is now paralysed. The bar manager Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine) was immediately held responsible for the incident, causing her father Jack (Scott Maslen) to act frostily towards her. However, it was Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) who caused the bar to be overcrowded when she sold extra tickets to the event as part of a revenge scheme against Penny. Denise Fox (Diane Parish) has been aware of the truth for weeks but has begun to rekindle her relationship with estranged husband Jack. Amy looked on shocked as Denise confessed (Image: BBC) In the latest visit to Walford, it was the morning after for Denise who h...

Nick Knowles and his pro partner Luba Mushtuk have been kicked off Strictly Come Dancing after a dance off against Shayne Ward and Nancy Xu during the third results show of the series. Presenter Nick, 62, and Luba, 34, performed their Charleston again to 'Rain on the Roof' from the film 'Paddington 2', while singer Shayne, 39, and 33-year-old Nancy repeated their Cha Cha to 'Ain't No Love (Ain't No Use)' by Sub Sub feat Melanie Williams. After both couples had danced for a second time, the judges delivered their verdicts. Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke all chose to save Shayne and Nancy. With three votes in favour of the couple, they won the majority vote meaning that Nick and Luba would be leaving the competition. Head Judge Shirley Ballas agreed and said she would have decided to save Shayne and Nancy. READ MORE: Excruciating Strictly moment between Katya Jones and Wynne Evans no joke says body language expert When asked by ...