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News diary 13-19 April: Southport Inquiry findings, European football fixtures and UK housing protest

News diary 13-19 April: Southport Inquiry findings, European football fixtures and UK housing protest

Published by Sam Flores

Basel, Switzerland – July 27th, 2025: Chloe Kelly (18 England Womens National Team) attacking during the UEFA Womens Euro match of Spain vs England at St. Jakob-Park. Picture: Dantey Buitureida/Shutterstock The week begins with the publishing of the first-phase findings from the Southport Inquiry, which examined the fatal stabbings of three girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Merseyside. Throughout the week, football action continues in the UEFA Champions League, while the league stage of the Women’s European Qualifiers takes place on Tuesday and Saturday. Four direct qualification spots for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil will be decided on 9 June. Finally, a large-scale housing protest in London takes place on Saturday as domestic pressure over housing affordability and supply grows. Leading the week Monday (April 13): Findings published from the first phase of the Southport Inquiry; BMA resident doctors’ strikes end; Commons returns from Easter recess. Tuesday (April 14): World Economic Outlook; Andrew Bailey speaks at Columbia University; Lionesses host Spain in World Cup qualifier and Liverpool take on PSG in Champions …

News diary 6-12 April: Artemis II returns to Earth, EU Entry/Exit System goes live, the Masters

News diary 6-12 April: Artemis II returns to Earth, EU Entry/Exit System goes live, the Masters

Published by Sam Flores

Houston, TX, USA – Apr 14, 2025: Photo of the Artemis II crew, Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, is seen on display at Space Center Houston. Picture: Tada Images/Shutterstock This week, the Artemis II space crew travel the farthest human distance from Earth than ever seen before, followed by a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean later in the week. The event is a major step in NASA’s Moon exploration programme as audiences worldwide awaiting the crew’s return this week. Plus, golfing competition the Masters takes place this week at at Augusta National Golf Club in the US, with some of the world’s top players competing including Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm. Finally, the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) becomes operational on Thursday, a digital border control system that records biometric data of non-EU nationals entering and exiting 29 European countries. The system will replace traditional passport stamps. Leading the week Monday (April 6): Artemis II mission crew set to surpass record for farthest human distance from Earth; US ‘deadline’ for Iran to …

News diary 30 March – 5 April: Tim Davie exits BBC, Apple turns 50, Easter Sunday

News diary 30 March – 5 April: Tim Davie exits BBC, Apple turns 50, Easter Sunday

Published by Sam Flores

BBC director-general Tim Davie gives a speech in Salford on 14 May 2025. Picture: BBC The week ahead marks 50 years of Apple, with the multinational tech company having become one of the world’s leading producers of phones, software and consumer technology in its half-century of existence. On Thursday, outgoing director-general Tim Davie officially exits the BBC having announced his departure in November 2025. His resignation was prompted by controversy surrounding the editing of a BBC Panorama episode featuring US President Donald Trump. Finally, the week features multiple religious holidays, with Passover beginning on Wednesday followed by Easter Sunday later in the week. Leading the week Monday (March 30): Financial Conduct Authority sets out approach on motor finance redress scheme; G7 finance and energy ministers meet to discuss Iran conflict; Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa visits Berlin ahead of expected stop in London this week. Tuesday (March 31): UK GDP National Accounts; England face Japan in international friendly; 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs finals. Wednesday (April 1): Earliest launch date for Artemis II mission; Energy price …

News diary 23-29 March: One month of Iran war, Nottingham attacks inquiry hears victims’ families, BST begins

News diary 23-29 March: One month of Iran war, Nottingham attacks inquiry hears victims’ families, BST begins

Published by Sam Flores

Iran on the world map. Picture: Shutterstock/macondofotografcisi This week marks one month since the Iran war began, when the US and Israel launched surprise airstrikes on multiple sites and cities across the country, killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and numerous other Iranian officials. On Tuesday, the Nottingham attacks inquiry hears from the family of victim Ian Coates, followed by the parents of victims Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley on the Wednesday, as the investigation into the 2023 killings continues. Meanwhile, British Summer Time begins on Sunday, marking the beginning of lighter evenings as the clocks go forward. Leading the week Monday (March 23): Keir Starmer questioned by Liaison Committee on Iran and economic security; WMO publishes State of the Climate report. Tuesday (March 24): Yvette Cooper quizzed by MPs on future of UK aid spending; Family of Ian Coates at Nottingham attacks inquiry; BAFTA television awards nominations. Wednesday (March 25): UK inflation; Parents of Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley-Kumar at Nottingham attacks inquiry; Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch at final PMQs before recess. Thursday (March …

News diary 16-22 March: Carney visits UK, BBC seeks Trump lawsuit dismissal, SNL launches in UK

News diary 16-22 March: Carney visits UK, BBC seeks Trump lawsuit dismissal, SNL launches in UK

Published by Sam Flores

Trump threatens to sue BBC for apology or $1bn over Trump speech was doctored, which dominated the front page of UK newspapers. Picture: Steve Travelguide/Shutterstock The week begins with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to the UK. His meet with Keir Starmer is expected to cover recent turmoil in the Middle East as well as trade and defence. The former Bank of England governor will also meet with King Charles, which follows the latter’s address in Canada last year during a period of heightened sovereignty concerns amid US trade tensions. In an update to US President Donald Trump’s multi-billion dollar lawsuit against the BBC for the editing of a Panorama episode, the BBC will submit a motion to dismiss the case on Tuesday. This motion is expected to claim the Florida court lacks “personal jurisdiction” over the BBC, that the court venue is “improper”, and that Trump has “failed to state a claim”, according to court documents. And there’s another timely economic intervention from Rachel Reeves to watch for, with the Chancellor set to …

News diary 9-15 March: MPs vote on child social media limits, UN Security Council discusses Iran sanctions, Oscars

News diary 9-15 March: MPs vote on child social media limits, UN Security Council discusses Iran sanctions, Oscars

Published by Sam Flores

Oscar winners holding their awards in the photo room at the 89th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles. Picture: Featureflash Photo Agency/Shutterstock On Monday, MPs are set to vote on social media limits for children in the UK as part of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill. If approved, proposals could see children blocked from “specified internet services”, give the Government new powers to bring in social media curfews for young people or limit the amount of time children can spend on social media. On Tuesday, the UN Security Council will meet to discuss escalating tensions between the US, Iran and Israel as missile strikes continue to be fired between regions. On Sunday, the film awards season comes to a close with the long-awaited Academy Awards. Actors Leonardo DiCaprio, Timothee Chalamet, and Jessie Buckley are up for possible awards this year. Something to keep an eye out for this week is the departure of HMS Dragon, which is expected to sail from Portsmouth Harbour to the Mediterranean to bolster defensive capabilities around RAF …

News diary 2-8 March: Spring Statement, Winter Paralympics and F1 season begins

News diary 2-8 March: Spring Statement, Winter Paralympics and F1 season begins

Published by Sam Flores

Melbourne, Australia. 24 March 2024. F1 Grand Prix of Australia, at Albert Park Circuit. (Picture: Cristiano Barni/Shutterstock) UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivers the Spring Statement on Tuesday, an economic forecast that holds less weight than the Autumn Budget but will provide an update for the country’s economic outlook and plans. The latest estimates for growth, inflation, unemployment, government spending and tax income over the next few years will be published alongside the statement. Off the back of the Winter Olympics concluding in Verona, Italy on 22 February, the Winter Paralympics begin on Friday in the same city. A growing number of countries choosing to boycott the ceremony due to the inclusion of Russian athletes threatens to overshadow the event, however. Finally, a new Formula One season opens with the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday, expected to draw in huge audiences. The T20 World Cup will also attract a significant number of cricket fans on the same day. Leading the week  Monday (March 2): Closing statements in High Court ‘Dieselgate’ trial over VW …

News diary 23 February – 1 March: Four years of Ukraine war, Trump State of Union address, Brit Awards

News diary 23 February – 1 March: Four years of Ukraine war, Trump State of Union address, Brit Awards

Published by Sam Flores

A woman carries her cat as she walks past buildings that were destroyed by Russian shelling in Borodyanka, in the Kyiv region, Ukraine, on 5 April 2022. Picture: Reuters/Zohra Bensemra The week marks four years since since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The conflict is the biggest in Europe since World War II. On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump will deliver the State of the Union address, which is expected to focus on his policy priorities for 2026 and immigration enforcement. Finally, the Brit Awards will take place on Saturday night, bringing the top British and international musicians together in Manchester. Leading the week Monday (February 23): Schools White Paper expected; Evidence hearings begin in Nottingham attacks inquiry; MPs debate final stages of the two-child limit removal bill. Tuesday (February 24): Donald Trump delivers State of the Union; Emma Reynolds addresses NFU Conference; Fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Wednesday (February 25): Ofgem announces quarterly change to energy price cap; PMQs returns after half-term recess; Samsung Galaxy Unpacked. Thursday (February …

News diary February 16-22: Covid inquiry enters final stage, Baftas, Chinese New Year

News diary February 16-22: Covid inquiry enters final stage, Baftas, Chinese New Year

Published by Sam Flores

Pamela Anderson at the Baftas in February 2025. Picture: Loredana Sangiuliano/Shutterstock The tenth and final part of the ongoing UK Covid‑19 Inquiry, titled “Impact on society”, begins on Monday, and will explore the impact of Covid on the population of the UK with a particular focus on key workers, the most vulnerable, the bereaved, mental health and wellbeing. The inquiry will hear evidence between 16 February and 5 March. Throughout the week, key economic data from the UK and US is released, covering employment, wages and inflation in the former while the States’ Q4 GDP is released on Friday. Finally, the Baftas closes off the week on Sunday, seeing stars of the TV and film industry awarded for recent on-screen performances. Leading the week Monday (February 16):  Covid-19 inquiry Module 10 hearings begin; Nigel Farage rally in Romford. Olympic highlights: men’s slalom, featuring the final Games for Dave ‘the Rocket’ Ryding; pair figure skating; women’s freestyle skiing, featuring Team GB’s Kirsty Muir; women’s short track speed skating; and women’s ice hockey semifinals. Tuesday (February 17): Employment …

News diary 9-15 February: Jimmy Lai sentencing, Ghislaine Maxwell deposition, Olympics highlights

News diary 9-15 February: Jimmy Lai sentencing, Ghislaine Maxwell deposition, Olympics highlights

Published by Sam Flores

25 November 2024: Jeffrey Epstein files news headlines on National Enquirer. Picture: Copyright Lawrey/Shutterstock. On Monday, developments in coverage of the Epstein Files continues as Ghislaine Maxwell is scheduled to be deposed by the US House Oversight Committee – part of its congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and related matters, though her lawyers say she plans to invoke her right against self-incrimination On Wednesday, Keir Starmer faces another crunch week as the controversy over Peter Mandelson’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein continues to derail the prime minister’s efforts to get on with his day job. Last week’s big speech on communities was overshadowed by the Mandelson fallout, and while Starmer’s public-facing events over the coming days may currently be limited to Wednesday’s PMQs, he’s unlikely to relish facing Kemi Badenoch with an increasingly mutinous parliamentary Labour party and growing demand for the removal of chief of staff Morgan McSweeney. Elsewhere the week is filled with Winter Olympic competition each day, with sports including alpine skiing, snowboarding, figure skating and ice hockey being broadcast. Leading the week …