Rise in pupils and teachers using online lessons through virtual school
A headteachers’ union said the increase in demand for a Government-backed online platform in the first few days of term is ‘ominous’. Evening Standard – Luton…
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Cliff collapse leaves local residents scared and wanting to move house
The landslide in Norfolk happened overnight on Wednesday, causing a section of cliff the width of a football pitch to collapse on to the beach. Evening Standard – Luton…
Maxwell accuser left Epstein’s home with 100-dollar bills, says former boyfriend
Multiple images of Maxwell and Epstein have been released, including some of the defendant rubbing his toes. Evening Standard – Luton…
Vulnerable man handed life sentence for frenzied knife attack on uncle
Steven Arnold stabbed Michael Fletcher 48 times at the victim’s home in Luton. Evening Standard – Luton…
Cat makes ‘miracle’ recovery as she finds new home after being hit by bus
Four-year-old Trudie suffered major head injuries after the incident in Luton. Evening Standard – Luton…
Police restraint training still ‘insufficient’ years after father’s death
A coroner has warned that more people could die as a result of inadequate training, in a report on the death of Leon Briggs. Evening Standard – Luton…
Ocado calls on Government to add HGV drivers to skilled shortage list
The online grocer said the shortages has become ‘an increasingly important issue for the industry’. Evening Standard – Luton…
‘Topshop terrorist’ jailed for sending IS videos to undercover policewoman
Ibrahim Anderson, 44, shared pro-Islamic State content over the internet. Evening Standard – Luton…
‘Never a better time’ to book a winter break – Ryanair
Passengers will benefit from ‘very cheap prices’, according to chief executive Michael O’Leary. Evening Standard – Luton…
Train passengers rush to the coast
Ticket sales for trains to seaside destinations over the bank holiday weekend have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, according to new figures. Evening Standard – Luton…