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Tory minister Andrew Bowie attacks Carol Vorderman in Twitter clash

A CONSERVATIVE minister has branded Countdown legend Carol Vorderman “pathetic” she launched a scathing attack on the party.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2023

Carol Vorderman: a personality unleashed after quitting BBC

Decision to leave BBC Wales show completes her transformation into a vociferous political campaigner

The Guardian - UK · Nov 10, 2023

Why has Carol Vorderman quit the BBC and what did Carol Vorderman say?

Why has Carol Vorderman quit the BBC and what did Carol Vorderman say? The presenter said she’s not prepared to “lose the ability to express strong beliefs”

GoodToKnow · Nov 9, 2023

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Alan Carr leads stars supporting Carol Vorderman’s decision to exit BBC radio

Former ‘Countdown’ star said she was ‘not prepared to stop’ criticising the current UK government

The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2023

Celebrities express ‘respect’ for Carol Vorderman as she leaves BBC radio show

The former Countdown star said she had breached social media guidelines put in place by the BBC.

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023

Carol Vorderman quits BBC radio show over new social media guidelines

The former Countdown star said that she's 'sad' to leave, but 'not prepared to lose my voice'

Evening Standard · Nov 8, 2023

Wes Streeting is 'Wesley' to me, says Labour's Rachel Reeves

Labour MPs and a former Countdown presenter attended her book launch

Evening Standard · Oct 26, 2023

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What you need to know about depression during menopause – as Carol Vorderman opens up

The Countdown legend has highlighted the mental health impact menopause can have. By Imy Brighty-Potts.

The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2023

The rise and 'whimper-not-a-bang' fall of Australia's trailblazing rock press

People under 30 don’t need to care about – or even understand – this. But there really was a time when exposure to culture was mediated by curators who had far too much power over what we all saw, heard or experienced.

The Conversation · Oct 2, 2023

Susie Dent: ‘English has always evolved by mistake’

The queen of Countdown’s dictionary corner on the power of positive language and finding joy in ‘mubble fubbles’

The Guardian - UK · Sep 23, 2023

Carol Vorderman on political campaigning: It’s fine if I lose TV jobs

The 62-year-old former Countdown star has ben involved in several rows with high-profile Government ministers.

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023

Carol Vorderman reveals Tory MPs call her ‘Botoxed, pumped up... awful things’

The former Countdown star said she ignores the jibes as a ‘distraction’, but really she ‘should complain’

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023

Carol Vorderman recalls crying because she thought her career was ‘over’ after 1998 TV appearance

Former ‘Countdown’ co-host appeared on the ‘first ever celebrity version’ of a reality show

The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2023

Holly Willoughby and Ant and Dec lead celebrity joy to Lionesses success

Even King Charles and Queen Camilla hailed England’s ‘mighty’ womens football team

Evening Standard · Aug 16, 2023

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Evening Standard · Jul 26, 2023

Rachel Riley says Countdown is ‘fun now’ after Anne Robinson exit

The Channel 4 star also celebrated rude innuendos returning to the beloved quiz show

Wales Online · Jul 12, 2023

Carol Vorderman says 'I must be doing something right' as she adds 'I'll let my record do the talking'

The former Countdown star is clearly proud of how far she has come

Wales Online · Jul 12, 2023

Carol Vorderman slammed in Parliament over attack on MP and wife

One MP said the ex-Countdown star eats “political hate for breakfast to get social media hits”

The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023

Tory MP: Vorderman tweet about minister not having degree unforgivable

Conservative MP Siobhan Baillie criticised the former Countdown star in the House of Commons

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Daily Mirror · Jul 11, 2023

Rachel Riley supported by husband Pasha Kovalev as she accepts the MBE from King Charles

Countdown star Rachel Riley has been given the honour for her work is raising awareness of the Holocaust, and for her tireless efforts in battling antisemitism

Wales Online · Jul 5, 2023

Carol Vorderman labelled as 'grim' by Government minister after cost-of-living row

The former Countdown host clashed with Johnny Mercer after a comment he made about foodbanks

Liverpool Echo · Jul 4, 2023

Carol Vorderman 'perfectly' happy after ditching England

The former Countdown presenter is taking some time out of her busy schedule

Evening Standard · Jun 29, 2023

New Zealand bans thin plastic fruit and vegetable bags in world first

The ban is expected to reduce the use of 150 million bags a year

The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2023

New Zealand says it's the first to ban thin plastic bags from supermarkets

New Zealand’s government says that from Saturday, it will be the first nation in the world to ban the thin plastic bags that supermarket customers use to collect their fruit and vegetables

Daily Mirror · Jun 27, 2023

Jeff Stelling takes first TV role since Soccer Saturday exit on "old stomping ground"

Jeff Stelling left Soccer Saturday after 30 years at the helm of the Sky Sports football results programme and is yet to announce the next step in his TV career

Bristol Post · Jun 26, 2023

Carol Vorderman escapes Bristol to spend time in luxurious Welsh holiday 'heaven'

The Countdown legend has been spending time in the sun with her family

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