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The mothers of heroic Scots soldiers who were killed in Iraq have vowed they will never forgive former PM Tony Blair on the 20th anniversary of the Gulf War.

Lancashire-born Derek Draper was "someone you always wanted on your side”, according to former Prime Minister Tony Blair. The political advisor-turned psychotherapist died in January at the age of 56 after nearly four years of battling with the effects contractiong Covid had on his body.

Kate Garraway has opened up about holding a funeral for her late husband Derek Draper, who died at 56 in January after a devastating three-year battle with COVID.The Good Morning Britain presenter is telling the story of Derek's life and his various health setbacks in her latest ITV documentary Kate Garraway : Derek's Story. Speaking to The Sunday Times ahead of the documentary airing, Kate described the day of Derek's funeral - and how it didn't feel "real". "I knew that what was said in the church would stay in the church, and wasn’t going to be broadcast or written up.

As Claudia Winkleman bids farewell to her BBC Radio 2 show on Saturday, 23 March, she'll be leaving the comfort of the studio for the splendour of her home. For when she isn't busy filming at the huge Ardross Castle in Scotland for The Traitors, or at Elstree Studios for Strictly Come Dancing she is likely to be found at her family's stunning mansion – a Grade-II listed London townhouse tucked away near Marble Arch. Claudia treasures her privacy, yet occasionally offers glimpses into her family abode shared with husband Kris Thykier and their three children.

Peter Cunnah, who was part of the dance group D:Ream, is now barely recognisable 30 years after their number one hit song. The band, which also included Al Mackenzie, had several top 40 hits including U R the Best Thing and Shoot Me with Your Love. However, it was their 1994 track Things Can Only Get Better that reached number one.

A new poll has found that support for the Conservatives has dropped to its lowest level ever. The Ipsos UK poll, released on Monday, shows that only 20% of people would vote for the Tories in the next election.

EXCLUSIVE: Iconic British comedian Harry Enfield has stepped down as director of his production company after 12 years.

Michael Sheen's journey from theatre to Hollywood and back to his Welsh roots has made the star a household name.The 55 year old actor has made waves in the entertainment industry, leaving his mark on stage, television, and the big screen. After starting his career in theatre, Michael quickly rose to prominence with captivating performances in various productions. His portrayal of iconic figures like Tony Blair, David Frost, and Brian Clough showcased his versatility and talent.

They found fame as little kids playing the mini version of Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly on Saturday Night Takeaway. But 21 years on and Little Ant And Dec - James Pallister and Dylan McKenna-Redshaw - are now completely unrecognisable from their days on the ITV show.The Geordie mini-me's are now in their twenties, worlds away from causing chaos on the beloved programme, which is set to make its highly-anticipated return on Saturday, 24 February.

Remember the adorable mini-mes, Little Ant and Dec, from Saturday Night Takeaway? The cheeky Geordie duo were one of the most loved features of the hit ITV series. Now, as the show prepares for its final return later this month, ITV is bringing back the hilarious characters.

Labour's candidate to fight the up-coming Rochdale by-election says it will give voters the 'chance to send a clear message to Rishi Sunak'. Lancashire county council leader Azhar Ali was today chosen from a shortlist of three to succeed the late Sir Tony Lloyd.

Stalybridge MP Jonathan Reynolds has joined a series of senior Labour figures to pay tribute to former political adviser Derek Draper. Mr Draper, who was married to TV presenter Kate Garraway, has died aged 56 after suffering long-lasting symptoms from coronavirus.

Chumbawamba have opened up about their “divisive” feud with former deputy Prime Minister John Prescott.In a new interview with NME, frontman Dunstan Bruce was asked to reminisce on Chumbawamba’s controversial dispute with Prescott. At the 1998 BRIT Awards, Chumbawamba member Danbert Nobacon doused the MP with an ice bucket in solidarity with striking dockers in Liverpool.Bruce told NME that the stunt was considered “divisive” at the time.

Notorious former UK government spin doctor Alastair Campbell was pondering legal action against the BBC 20 years ago over its reporting of the controversies surrounding the Iraq War.

Celebrated British poet Benjamin Zephaniah has died aged 65.

A post shared by Benjamin Zephaniah (@officialbenjaminzephaniah)Zephaniah rose to fame throughout the ‘80s – most famous for his poetry works which often touched upon topics such as race and the British legal system. By the ‘90s, he was considered one of the most influential voices in the UK.Famously, he turned down an OBE in 2003, writing: “Benjamin Zephaniah OBE – no way Mr Blair, no way Mrs Queen.

teaser for the conclusion was released on Friday and gave fans a glimpse of the royal family and their struggles as they enter the modern era. The final episodes will feature a plethora of historical events from the late 1990s and into the mid-2000s.The trailer showcases events such as a young Prince William (Ed McVey) as he enters college at St.

It's been 25-years since one of the most controversial TV soap plots of all time caused outrage on a national level. Now considered one of the greatest storylines ever, it sparked a national campaign and even saw Prime Minister Tony Blair step in.

The Syndicate producer Rollem is developing short film Youthless into a TV series as one of its first projects since the passing of founder Kay Mellor.

EXCLUSIVE: The director of Netflix drama The Crown‘s episodes re-creating Princess Diana’s death in Paris 26 years ago has revealed the extraordinary efforts that went into ensuring it was handled with tact.

The first full trailer for The Crown‘s sixth season (part 1) is finally here.

It might have been dwarfed by events at the season's end but Manchester United's most successful campaign could easily have been derailed by takeover talk.

A look into Claudia Winkleman's urban home in London shows how the presenter relaxes when she's not watching people strut it out on Strictly Come Dancing.

Coleen Rooney is set to star in a Disney+ docuseries telling the story of the infamous 'Wagatha Christie' trial, which saw Coleen accused fellow WAG Rebekah Vardy of leaking stories about her to the press. After Coleen, 37, made her accusations against Rebekah, 41, public, Rebekah sued for libel, but lost in a rather high-profile court case last year.

Labour plans to charge VAT on private school fees but won't scrap their charitable status if it wins the general election.

Over the years we've watched some of the most memorable moments during the hit TV show Saturday Night Takeaway with our favourite hosts, but who remembers their double acts Little Ant and Dec? The Geordie mini-mes used to be one of the most popular features of the hit ITV show. Now, ITV has decided to bring the characters back as the show gears up to take a break after its upcoming 20th series, which will air in 2024.The channel is on the hunt for two “cheeky little chappies” who may fit the bill.They said: “The search has begun to find a brand new little Ant & Dec, we’re looking for two Geordie lads between 5-7 who are cheeky little chappies.” The original duo first appeared on the show on the second series in 2003, with James Pallister starring as Little Ant McPartlin and Dylan McKenna-Redshaw playing Little Dec Donnelly.

The actor who's been tipped to take on the role of Phillip Schofield in a TV series about the scandal surrounding his ITV exit has been revealed by bookmakers.The frontrunner who could play the 61-year-old presenter in the rumoured series is none other than Happy Valley star James Norton.The This Morning scandal is now reportedly at the centre of a potential TV series that will explore the incidents which led to Schofield's recent departure, titled The Runner. Former This Morning host Phillip quit his role on TV after he admitted to an "unwise but not illegal" affair with a younger male colleague earlier this year.

BBC sketch show The Big Impression which ran between 2000 and 2004, discussed the state of his career during an interview with The Scots magazine (via the Independent).“I still do some live shows but that is drawing to a close now as I am not feeling motivated enough,” McGowan said. “When I have done certain events recently, I have noticed that younger audiences just don’t watch television in the way they used to.“The younger audience particularly has no idea who these people are, so my whole methodology doesn’t really work for a modern audience.

Around 200 people, including a string of well-known politicians and journalists, have attended the wedding of George Osborne to his long-term partner amid a mystery over an email apparently sent to guests.

A woman who was raped by a former aide to two Prime Ministers is desperate to stop her attacker being moved to an open prison.

Glenda Jackson, who earned the Triple Crown of acting during her career, has died at age 87. She died Thursday at her home in London after a short illness, according to her agent, Lionel Larner. He also said she had recently completed filming "The Great Escaper," co-starring with 90-year-old Michael Caine, with whom she had previously starred with in 1975’s "The Romantic Englishwoman." Caine said it was "as wonderful an experience this time as it was 50 years ago," when the two last worked together.

premiere on Netflix this fall.Actresses Claire Foy, Olivia Colman and Imelda Staunton, all of whom portrayed Queen Elizabeth II at various points throughout the sweeping drama, will be called back to film special scenes that will make up a tribute for the late queen, according to The Sun newspaper. In addition to the familiar faces, the Sun also reports that newcomer Viola Prettejohn will portray a younger version of the Queen, when she was still a princess during World War II.While Staunton, whose casting for Season 6 was previously was known, plays the role of elderly Queen Elizabeth, Foy will reprise her role as the young Queen while Colman plays the monarch in her middle age.Representatives for Netflix did not immediately respond to TheWrap’s request for comment.The final installment of the historical drama centers on the royal love story between Prince William (Ed McVey) and Kate Middleton (Meg Bellamy), following the pair from when they first met on St.

He was the man responsible for communicating the policies of Tony Blair's New Labour government to the public in the 1990s and early 2000s.

“The Crown” Season 6 has been slated for a fall 2023 release, Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria announced at Netflix’s virtual Upfront presentation Wednesday. The sixth installment of the historical drama will turn its attention to the royal love story between Prince William (Ed McVey) and Kate Middleton (Meg Bellamy), chronicling the pair’s fateful meeting on St Andrew’s campus and the subsequent romance that followed.As “The Crown” closes out its sweeping timeline of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, Season 6 is set in the 2000s as William begins his time at University determined to have a normal life when he meets Kate, who hails from Berkshire. Scenes from the upcoming season of the drama series remained true to real life with production filming at St.

An Oldham man stood just metres away from King Charles III as he was on his way to being crowned at the Coronation today. Proud family and friends snapped pictures of Afruz Miah when he appeared on their screens as one of the 2,000 people invited to witness the King’s Coronation inside Westminster Abbey.

K.J. Yossman Guests have begun to arrive at Westminster Abbey in London for the coronation of King Charles III and his wife Queen Camilla. Although Charles ascended to the throne the minute Queen Elizabeth II died last year, the coronation is a ceremony to mark the formal investiture of his regal powers (such as they are in modern-day Britain). The 2,200-strong congregation who will gather to watch the St Edward’s Crown being placed atop Charles’ head include members of the royal family, politicians, aristocrats, international dignitaries and celebrities including singers Nick Cave and Lionel Richie, TV hosts Bear Grylls and comedian Rowan Atkinson, better known as his on-screen alter-ego Mr Bean.

A new love story is blooming on “The Crown”.