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Yvette Cooper set out a series of reforms in response to Baroness Casey's reportThe home secretary has revealed the 'deeply disturbing' findings of a review into child sex abuse by grooming gangs. In a statement in the House of Commons, Yvette Cooper outlined the government's response to Baroness Louise Casey’s review, which found suspects were often "disproportionately likely" to be Asian men.

2 weeks ago | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Fionnula Hainey

More than 1,200 people have been granted honours for their achievementsThe King's Birthday Honours list for 2025 has been published with more than 1,200 people from across the UK being recognised for their achievements. Twice a year, special honours are granted to people who make outstanding contributions to their community and the country. Dozens of celebrities and well-known figures have been recognised in the latest round of honours, as well as everyday heroes and charity champions.

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A recall has been issued because he product 'may contain pieces of metal'Lidl shoppers are being warned not to eat a popular breakfast product over fears it may contain pieces of metal. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a product recall on the supermarket's Harvest Basket Hash Browns with a best before date of May 24, 2027.

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Pensioners who are part of a couple will share the paymentMillions of pensioners who missed out on getting a Winter Fuel Payment last winter will be eligible for the support this year. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) confirmed a major u-turn earlier this month, reinstating the payment to around 9 million pensioners in England and Wales.

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Preston Davey died in July 2023 at 13 months oldA 36-year-old man has been charged with murdering a 13-month-old baby, serious sexual offences and child cruelty in Lancashire. Jamie Varley is accused of murdering Preston Davey in July 2023, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said. He also faces two counts of assault by penetration of a child, five counts of child cruelty, one count of inflicting grievous bodily harm, and one count of sexual assault of a child.