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John Stapleton's son shares heartbreaking final moments

The son of beloved GMTV and Watchdog presenter John Stapleton has opened up about the broadcaster's poignant final days, revealing his father's immense pride in his family and his courageous battle with a short illness.

John Stapleton's Brave Final Interview On Terminal Cancer

In a profoundly moving and brave final interview, broadcasting legend John Stapleton discusses his terminal cancer diagnosis, reflects on his illustrious career alongside wife Lynn Faulds Wood, and shares his poignant thoughts on life and death.

Broadcaster John Stapleton dies aged 79

Tributes pour in for celebrated British broadcaster John Stapleton, who has died aged 79. The GMTV and Watchdog pioneer was known for his decades-spanning career in journalism and consumer affairs.

CMA Launches Probe into Nationwide-Virgin Money Merger

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has initiated a formal 'phase 1' investigation into the proposed £2.9 billion acquisition of Virgin Money by Nationwide Building Society, scrutinising potential impacts on consumer choice and competition.

Police Watchdog Demands New Powers from Home Secretary

HMICFRS, the police inspectorate, issues a stark warning to the Home Secretary, calling for new legal authority to force action on its recommendations after a review finds widespread inaction from forces across England and Wales.

Rayner Admits Stamp Duty Error, Refers Herself to Watchdog

Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner has admitted she did not pay stamp duty on her 2015 seaside flat purchase and has contacted HMRC, stating she is prepared to pay any sum due. In a major development, she has also proactively referred herself to Parliam

IAEA Confirms Uranium Traces at Secret Syrian Site

The UN nuclear watchdog, the IAEA, has found particles of processed uranium at a previously undeclared site in Syria. The discovery revives concerns over Damascus's clandestine nuclear activities and potential Israeli involvement.

Mexican Senators Brawl in Shocking Parliament Fight

Extraordinary scenes unfolded in the Mexican Senate as a heated debate descended into a full-blown physical altercation, with lawmakers shoving and throwing punches in the chamber. Watch the viral video.

Jacqui Lambie's Midwinter Ball glamour steals spotlight

Australian Senator Jacqui Lambie made a stunning entrance at Canberra's prestigious Midwinter Ball, captivating attendees with her elegant black gown and sparkling wit. Get the inside scoop on the night's most talked-about fashion and political moments.

Ex-Parliament Clerk's £50k Police Payout Sparks Fury

Exclusive: A former House of Commons clerk received a £50,000 payout from police after a probe into her conduct was dropped. The revelation has ignited a political firestorm over public spending and accountability in Westminster.

Sunak accused of 'dictator' tactics over watchdog purge

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces a furious backlash after quietly scrapping seven independent parliamentary watchdogs in a move branded 'deeply sinister' and 'dictator-esque' by MPs and transparency campaigners.

Met Police Chief Faces Misconduct Probe Over Case Handling

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley is under formal investigation by the police watchdog over allegations he mishandled complaints related to high-profile officer misconduct cases, raising serious questions about leadership and accountability

Five Met Detectives Arrested Over Christmas Party Sex Assault

Exclusive: Five Scotland Yard detectives from the elite Parliamentary and Diplomatic Protection Command have been suspended and arrested following serious sexual assault allegations at an official Christmas party. The officers, including a sergeant, are u

Youngest Senator Reveals Depression Battle in Raw Speech

In a powerful and deeply personal inaugural address, Australia's youngest senator has bravely detailed her battle with depression, criticised dismissive 'whack' responses to mental health, and shared a touching pet-related white lie that helped her throug

NHS Maternity 'Crisis' Causing Trauma and Deaths - MPs

A damning parliamentary inquiry exposes a systemic failure in NHS maternity care, with women facing traumatic births, life-changing injuries, and an 'unacceptable' number of preventable deaths, demanding urgent government action.

Labour MP Faces Watchdog Probe Over Taxi Expenses Claims

Exclusive: Disabled Labour MP Marsha de Cordova is under investigation by the parliamentary watchdog over claims for taxi journeys. The probe centres on whether trips were for personal or parliamentary business.

Watchdog clears Shapps for defence startup role

Ethics watchdog faces backlash for approving former defence secretary Grant Shapps' controversial transition to a private defence startup, raising concerns over conflicts of interest.

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