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Full list of NatWest branches closing this week as high street bank turns to digital
Another round of high street bank closures is underway as NatWest continues to close branches.
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Sir Keir Starmer confirms when the social media ban for under 16s comes into effect
A social media ban for under 16s will come into place next year.
Starmer confirms social media ban for under-16s in 'big moment' for the UK
Sir Keir Starmer announced the restriction in a Downing Street press conference as he warned social media was having an impact on children’s happiness and mental health.
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What apps will be banned? Starmer announces social media ban for under-16s
Sir Keir Starmer has announced that under-16s will no longer be able to use social media.
Keir Starmer to ban under-16s from social media apps and AI chatbots
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to announce a ban on under-16s using social media apps in the UK.
'Leading' UK construction company files for administration after 52 years
Ardmore is a construction firm that has filed for administration after initially being set up in 1974
Masseur who sexually assaulted clients among south Londoners jailed in June so far
Our round-up of the south Londoners jailed in recent weeks.
'High-quality' UK pizza company collapses into administration after 34 years
Millennium Dough Company, a UK pizza dough supplier, has fallen into administration after 34 years in business.
Facebook and Instagram down as users report being logged out of accounts
Facebook, Instagram and Messenger users have reported widespread issues, with many unable to access accounts or load content during the outage.
Vinnie Jones blasts 'addictive' tech for fuelling mental health struggles
Hollywood A-lister Vinnie Jones has criticised 'addictive' technology for fuelling children’s mental health struggles.
The UK's favourite 'Dadisms' have been revealed - how many do you say?
The nation’s favourite ‘dadisms’ phrases have been revealed - see which ones made the list.
Influential and celebrated British artist David Hockney dies aged 88
David Hockney, one of the most influential artists of the modern era, has died at the age of 88, his publicist has confirmed.
Work starts on dozens of new council homes in Mitcham
More than 75 affordable homes will be delivered in Merton through a partnership between L&Q and Merton Council.
John Healey resigns as Defence Secretary with 'great regret and reluctance'
Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, he revealed on social media, through a letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Morrisons launches AI-powered trolleys trial but shoppers have spotted a major flaw
The trolleys are already in use at major retailers in the US, including Kroger, Aldi, and Coles, but this is the first time the technology has been trialled in the UK.
Grant will help London's homeless rebuild their lives in hospitality
A grant of £8,000 awarded by London Freemasons, has been given to Only A Pavement Away, a charity that works with people experiencing homelessness.
How a £10,000 donation is helping keep a crucial London charity operational
A £10,000 donation has been awarded to London Search and Rescue (LonSAR) by London Freemasons, to go towards covering operational expenses.
London first-time buyers urged to ditch 20% deposit myth
First-time buyers in London could be delaying their purchase unnecessarily due to the belief that a 20% deposit is required, potentially saving tens of thousands of pounds more than they need.
Half of Gen Zs have started their own business
Half of Gen Zs have started their own business ranging from side hustles to fully-fledged companies - the most of any generation.
Over a third of 35 to 54-year-olds feel overlooked by society
More than a third of the sandwich generation feel overlooked by society.