Tearful mothers of Southport victims call for truth at public inquiry Speaking through tears for much of her statement, Lauren King raised her voice as she said: ‘The truth must be faced.’ Evening Standard · Sep 15, 2025
EU relations, Northern Ireland and Gaza on agenda for PM and Taoiseach meeting Irish premier Micheal Martin is to travel to the UK for the meeting with Sir Keir Starmer on Friday. Evening Standard · Sep 11, 2025
Pulp, CMAT and Sam Fender among artists nominated for 2025 Mercury Prize Britpop band Pulp previously won the prize in 1996 for Different Class. Evening Standard · Sep 10, 2025
Parents collecting children saw ‘true horror’, Southport Inquiry told The public inquiry at Liverpool Town Hall heard evidence from parents and a businessman who confronted the killer during the attacks last year. Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2025
Families ‘hope no stone is unturned’ as Southport killings inquiry resumes Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, Bebe King, six, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven, died following the attack on July 29 last year. The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2025
World Boxing accused of gender test ‘betrayal’ by French federation France’s women were excluded from the World Championships in Liverpool after eligibility testing could not be performed under national law. The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2025
Hillsborough Law coming ‘very soon’ as Labour conference in Liverpool nears Solicitor general Lucy Rigby told the Commons a ‘Hillsborough Law’ would include the duty of candour for public officials that campaigners wanted. The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2025
Monday’s briefing: Reds throw down marker before attention turns to deadline day Pep Guardiola was frustrated as Manchester City lost at Brighton. The Independent UK · Sep 1, 2025
Sunday’s briefing: Man Utd finally win and Newcastle sign new striker Bruno Fernandes scored last-gasp penalty as United edged past Burnley, while Newcastle completed a club-record move for Stuttgart’s Nick Woltemade. The Independent UK · Aug 31, 2025
Hugo Ekitike can get even better despite flying start at Liverpool – Arne Slot The 23-year-old has scored in each of his three appearances for the Reds so far. The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2025
David Moyes hints at Everton signings in final days of transfer window: ‘I’ve not got any defenders’ Moyes was forced to start James Tarkowski and Michael Keane against Mansfield in the Carabao Cup with options lacking The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025
Everton boss David Moyes: I just want Jack Grealish to be what he can be The England international departed to a standing ovation in the second half having assisted both goals in a 2-0 win against Brighton. The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025
Jack Grealish shines as Everton christen new stadium with victory over Brighton Grealish assisted with both goals in a 2-0 win. The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025
Liverpool boss Arne Slot sees the bigger picture with substitutions The Reds have conceded goals this season after their manager has made changes during matches. The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2025
The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2025 Arne Slot makes Liverpool transfer declaration amid Alexander Isak speculation The Reds had a £110million bid rejected earlier this month by Newcastle as speculation intensifies about the Sweden striker’s future.
Evening Standard · Aug 21, 2025 Girl, 14, arrested on suspicion of arson after manor house blaze Merseyside Police said the fire at Woolton Hall, Liverpool, on Tuesday ‘appears to have been an extremely reckless act’.
The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2025 Abandoned Grade I-listed manor house gutted by large fire The blaze took several hours to extinguish, according to the fire service
The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2025 Antoine Semenyo thanks football world for support after he reports racist abuse The Bournemouth forward was targeted during the opening game of the Premier League season.
The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2025 Saturday’s briefing: Alleged racist abuse of Antoine Semenyo mars Liverpool win The Premier League will launch a full investigation after the game was briefly halted in the first half.
Evening Standard · Aug 15, 2025 Police investigate after Bournemouth footballer reports racist abuse at Anfield A 47-year-old man was ejected from the stadium.
The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2025 Diogo Jota tribute ‘powerful’ as Liverpool players deal with emotion – Arne Slot Jota’s family were back at Anfield to see the outpouring of emotion which left Mohamed Salah in tears at the final whistle.
The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2025 Hugo Ekitike lights up Liverpool win over Bournemouth on a night marked by grief and marred by racist abuse Liverpool 4-2 Bournemouth: Tributes were paid to Diogo Jota on a poignant evening at Anfield, but the game had to be halted after Antoine Semenyo reported receiving racist abuse from a spectator
The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2025 Community Shield clash with Palace a ‘good challenge’ for Liverpool – Arne Slot Slot has been busy strengthening a squad that won the league by 10 points last term by spending the best part of £300million.
Evening Standard · Aug 6, 2025 Police watchdog launch probe over alleged leak of Manchester Airport footage The IOPC confirmed an investigation is under way over the alleged leak.
The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2025 The subtle qualities of Florian Wirtz ready to help Liverpool evolve The German brings added creativity to Arne Slot’s champions after a potential £116m move from Bayer Leverkusen this summer, with a glimpse of his quality on show in pre-season against Athletic Bilbao