Thousands march in London to demand referendum on Brexit deal
Thousands of people are marching through the streets of London to demand a referendum on the terms of Brexit.
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Child obesity plan targets energy drinks and supermarket checkout ‘pester power’
A ban on selling energy drinks to children could be introduced under Government proposals to halve childhood obesity by 2030.
In pictures: Brexit protesters take to streets of London
Thousands of pro-EU marchers have begun a walk from Pall Mall to Parliament to demand a referendum on the terms of Brexit two years on from the vote.
‘Full British Brexit’ row as thousands take to streets, two years on from vote
Boris Johnson has urged the Prime Minister to deliver a “full British Brexit” as Cabinet colleagues warned the UK is able to walk away without a deal.
Late Duke of Westminster ‘was determined to do something right for Britain’
A determination to do something right for Britain is what motivated the late Duke of Westminster, his son has said.
Family heartbroken after pets ‘killed with poison sausages’
A family has been left “heartbroken” after two treasured pets died from suspected poisoning in the space of a month.
Russia putting on its friendly face, England World Cup fans say
Russia is putting on its most friendly face for the World Cup, according to one England fan.
Fire rips through warehouse in east London
A large blaze has torn through a warehouse in east London.
MPs join picket line as rail workers stage new strike over driver-only trains
Labour MPs joined striking rail workers on picket lines on Saturday as a fresh strike over driver-only trains caused more disruption to services.
Murder probe after man dies in Norwich stabbing attack
A man has died after a stabbing in Norwich city centre, triggering a murder probe.
‘Two-thirds of drivers unaware of new penalties for using handheld mobile’
Nearly two-thirds (64%) of drivers remain unaware of the consequences of being caught using a handheld phone more than 12 months after punishments were toughened.
Johnson calls for ‘full British Brexit’ two years after historic referendum
Boris Johnson has urged the Prime Minister to deliver a “full British Brexit” as Cabinet colleagues warned the UK is able to walk away without a deal.
What the papers say – June 23
Internet addiction help on the NHS, evictions for the families of violent criminals and, of course, Brexit, are among a range of stories on Saturday’s front pages.
In Pictures: Dazzling display kicks off Great Exhibition Of The North
The Great Exhibition Of The North got off to a spectacular start with an opening event around the River Tyne in Newcastle and Gateshead. Drones and fireworks provided an aerial spectacle for an estimated 20,000 gathered on the quayside. The Exhibition is intended to showcase the North and counter suggestions that it is in decline.
Fox: PM is not bluffing over ‘no deal’ Brexit stance
Theresa May is not “bluffing” by saying she is prepared to walk away from the European Union without a deal, Liam Fox said.
Johnson calls for ‘full British Brexit’ two years after historic referendum
Boris Johnson urged the Prime Minister to deliver a “full British Brexit” as Cabinet colleague Liam Fox said the UK was not “bluffing” about being prepared to walk away from talks with Brussels.
Drones and fireworks launch Great Exhibition Of The North
A crowd of 20,000 people gathered on the banks of the Tyne for a spectacular celebration of Northern culture which launched a major exhibition.
A hospital is set to launch an NHS-funded internet addiction centre
A hospital is set to launch an NHS-funded internet addiction centre.
Investigation launched after A level maths paper ‘leaked online’
The government watchdog has launched an investigation after an A-level maths paper was allegedly leaked online, just a day before thousands of students were due to sit the exam.
Family protests at inspectors’ offices after damning care home report
The family of a late resident at a heavily criticised care home have protested at the offices of inspectors, demanding accountability.
Corbyn: UK should take part in migrant resettlement schemes after Brexit
The UK should take part in Europe-wide schemes to resettle migrants even after leaving the EU, Jeremy Corbyn said.
Pair jailed for looting shipwreck
A pair of shipwreck divers who stripped thousands of pounds worth of metal from a sunken ship have been jailed.
Queen chats with Sarah, Duchess of York during Royal Ascot
Sarah, Duchess of York was granted a rare privilege when she joined the Queen in her box At Royal Ascot – and even shared a joke.
Boris Becker: Diplomatic passport is genuine
Former world number one tennis player Boris Becker insisted he has a genuine diplomatic passport from the Central African Republic after officials dismissed it as a fake.
Grandfather tells of escape from Nazis as he recreates rescue route on bike ride
A grandfather rescued from Nazi Germany by the Kindertransport almost 80 years ago has described himself as “a lucky guy” after cycling the route the train took with his son and grandson.
Belfast loses Commonwealth Youth Games after failing to get Government funding
Belfast will no longer host the Commonwealth Youth Games after organisers failed to secure government funding for the event.
England fans outnumbered as they gather for Panama clash
Early arrivals in Nizhny Novgorod for England’s second World Cup group game have expressed their disappointment at low supporter numbers.
Prison population falls after rise in home detention curfew cases
The prison population has fallen to its lowest level since the start of this decade after a jump in the number of offenders living in the community under an early release scheme.
Welsh MPs sent information on applying to remain in UK after Brexit
Two Welsh MPs were sent an email from Sajid Javid explaining how they could apply for settled status in the UK after Brexit.
Trump threatens 20% tariff on EU cars as transatlantic trade war heats up
Donald Trump has repeated his threat to introduce tariffs on European car imports, on the day EU reprisals against US steel levies came into force.
£8,000-a-term school criticised for ‘austerity day’ lunch of baked potatoes
A school with fees of £8,000 a term has been criticised for including a lunch of baked potatoes in an “austerity day”.
Hats off to punters as Queen’s green Ascot choice leaves bookies counting losses
Outrageous hats were all the rage at Royal Ascot as punters gambling on the colour of the Queen’s hat correctly guessed green.