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The sister of a headteacher who took her own life after an OFSTED inspection says the watchdog's planned changes to the way schools are graded "still put school leaders at risk of public shaming". Professor Julia Waters, sister of Ruth Perry has urged the Education Secretary to halt the rollout. @richardgaisford reports.

Electric vehicles are delivering Trafalgar Square's Norwegian Christmas tree this morning to reduce the carbon footprint of the iconic annual gift. Norway has given a tree to Britain each Christmas for repo years, marking the official start of the Christmas period in London. ＠SwainITV reports.

According to one charity, parents will be forced to pay more for childcare, and some nurseries could close unless the government reverses its budget plans.

Sir Keir Starmer will launch a crackdown on people smuggling gangs today, promising another £75 million in funding to boost border security and put an end to small boat crossings. @SwainITV reports.

How will another Donald Trump presidency affect the 'special relationship' between the UK and the US?

Hundreds of pharmacies in England could be at risk of closing before Christmas, according to their trade organisation. It says extra costs for businesses announced in the budget will have a huge impact on the sector, with many already struggling to keep their doors open. @NickDixonITV has the latest.

@SenatorThorpe Your argument on sovereignty is bogus as we all stem from Africa so have by default invaded the lands we occupy! Nobody owns the land! We are only guests!

Not my King. Treaty now.

The US is sending soldiers to Israel together with an advanced anti-missile defence system. It comes after a Hezbollah drone attack breached the country's air defences, killing 4 soldiers and severely wounding many more at a military base.

The UN Security Council has said that its peacekeeping force in south Lebanon must be protected from Israeli attack. It follows recent clashes that left several UN soldiers wounded.

The Prime Minister has denied that free concert tickets and a face to face meeting with Taylor Swift were a thank you for providing the popstar with a police escort whilst she was in London.

@benonwine Yes

Honest Question…… Should Paula Vennells be Prosecuted and sent to prison? Yes or No

Alexei Navalny's vital message to Russia if he is killed in documentary ... youtu.be/w4PxsTqcZtw?si… via @YouTube

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Prince Harry's wedding cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason says that 'Rule, Britannia!' can make people feel uncomfortable and should not be sung at the Last Night of the Proms. So is it time to ditch 'Rule, Britannia!' at events? @Femi_Sorry @DontDivideUsNow

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did captain america throw that wheel at the end?

This year's Poppy Appeal launches today with a new look flower. The Royal British Legion has carried out the first redesign in almost three decades, in a bid to make red remembrance poppies more eco-friendly.

Until yesterday’s shocking murder of a 15 year old school girl, youth workers had hoped things were ‘improving’ in Croydon. It’s the first teenage death for nearly two years. @P4YE_ out on the streets today offering support to young people affected. @GMB

A 15-year-old girl who was killed on her way to school has been described as 'a much loved and valued pupil'. Flowers & cards have been placed near the scene where the stabbing took place in Croydon. A boy aged 17, believed to be known to the victim, has been arrested.

'It allows me to think about life in a much happier and enjoyable way and without my accident I wouldn't have had that and I'd still be in that negative mindset' Henry was left paralysed from the shoulders down after diving into the sea on holiday aged 17. @henryfraser0

@errongordon @itn @5_News @RobBAylesbury @AduduTrish @simonvigar5 I remember those days! Doing the weather on the roof! I bet @CaveDork remembers the cube you’re holding, eh Dave?!🤣

Just rediscovered this photo of me as Floor Manager @itn @5_News circa 2000 working with legends Charlie Stayt @RobBAylesbury @AduduTrish @simonvigar5 The ‘fun’ thing about this set was the giant clock on the wall and how it kept breaking, I would often have to run in during a VT to move the minute hand.