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  • Andrew and Tristan Tate Arrested in US as UK Charges Against the Brothers Rise to 59

    Andrew and Tristan Tate Arrested in US as UK Charges Against the Brothers Rise to 59



    Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan were arrested in the United States on Saturday after British prosecutors filed 38 new criminal charges against the pair, bringing the total number of charges they face in the United Kingdom to 59.The UK’s Crown Prosecution Service said Andrew Tate is now charged with seven additional counts of rape, along with charges related to sex trafficking and indecent images of a child. Tristan Tate’s new charges include two counts of rape and three counts of arranging or facilitating trafficking for sexual exploitation. Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire police, who have led what they described as a “complex investigation” into the brothers, said the new charges bring Andrew, 39, to a total of 42 charges in the UK, while Tristan, 37, now faces 17.According to prosecutors, the alleged offending took place between July 2010 and August 2017. The Tates have consistently denied any wrongdoing.Malcolm McHaffie, head of the Special Crime Division at the Crown Prosecution Service, said the new charging decisions followed the receipt of an additional evidence file from Bedfordshire Police. “These charging decisions followed receipt of a further file of evidence from Bedfordshire Police and bring the total number of alleged victims in this case to seven,” McHaffie said.Following the arrest, British prosecutors said they would begin legal proceedings to extradite the brothers, who hold dual British-American citizenship, back to the United Kingdom. The U.S. Marshals Service confirmed to the BBC that the Tates had been taken into custody, while a spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Justice said the arrests were carried out “pursuant to extradition proceedings.”
    Joseph McBride, a lawyer representing the Tate brothers, issued a statement following their arrest Saturday evening rejecting the new charges. “The world knows Andrew and Tristan are innocent,” McBride said. “Their enemies know it best of all. That is exactly why they have been attacked.” McBride went on to characterize the new UK charges as a “political hit,” suggesting they were designed to counter a defamation lawsuit the brothers had filed in the United States. “We are confident that once a competent judge sees the facts, and once the Department of Justice confronts this egregious abuse of its own authority, Andrew and Tristan Tate will walk free,” McBride said. “America does not do Britain’s political dirty work.”The arrest marks the latest development in a years-long legal saga surrounding the Tate brothers, who built a large online following through social media content that has drawn extensive criticism, including from advocacy groups concerned about its influence on young men and its treatment of women. In 2024, Bedfordshire Police secured European arrest warrants seeking the brothers’ return from Romania, where they have been based and have separately faced criminal investigation by Romanian authorities on charges including human trafficking and organized crime.More recently, in June, the Tate brothers lost a legal bid seeking to learn the identities of their UK accusers, after the Crown Prosecution Service determined it was necessary to withhold the names of the alleged victims until formal legal proceedings had begun.Saturday’s arrest comes against a broader backdrop of geopolitical tension that has dominated international headlines in recent days. The BBC’s coverage of the Tate arrest appeared alongside ongoing reporting on the conflict between the United States and Iran, which has continued to escalate in the same period, with U.S. forces striking Iranian targets for an eighth consecutive night and Iran reportedly firing drones at U.S. military positions in Kuwait following the deaths of two American soldiers in Jordan.The scale of the charges now facing the Tate brothers, spanning allegations from rape and sex trafficking to charges involving indecent images of a child, represents one of the more serious criminal cases to emerge from Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire police’s multiyear investigation into the brothers’ alleged conduct. Prosecutors have indicated that the case now involves seven identified alleged victims, following the addition of the latest 38 charges.The extradition process, now expected to begin following Saturday’s arrest, is likely to involve extended legal proceedings given the brothers’ dual citizenship status and their legal team’s stated intention to contest the charges vigorously in U.S. courts before any transfer to British custody could occur. It remains unclear how long that process might take, or whether the brothers will be held in U.S. custody throughout the proceedings or released on bail while the case moves forward.Neither Andrew nor Tristan Tate had issued a personal public statement beyond their attorney’s remarks as of Saturday evening, according to the BBC’s reporting. The Crown Prosecution Service has not released additional details regarding the specific evidence underlying the newly filed charges, citing the ongoing nature of the legal proceedings.The case is expected to draw continued international attention given the Tate brothers’ prominent online profile and the scale of the allegations now formally filed against them in the United Kingdom. Further developments regarding the extradition proceedings and any additional court filings are expected in the weeks ahead as both British and American legal authorities move forward with the case.

  • Huge blaze on sand dunes at Skegness beach | West Bridgford Wire

    Huge blaze on sand dunes at Skegness beach | West Bridgford Wire



    Five fire engines were sent to Skegness beach after a fire broke out near the seafront on Friday evening (17 July).Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Service said it received the first report of the blaze at 7.20pm.Crews tackled the fire, which caused significant damage to more than 1,000 square metres of shrubbery before being fully extinguished.Images and footage posted on social media showed large plumes of smoke drifting from the sand dunes towards Skegness Pier.Members of the public were advised to stay away from South Parade car park and the beach while firefighters dealt with the incident.The cause of the fire has not yet been officially confirmed.

  • Phil Rodgers: A letter to Andy Burnham to put him in the picture about Cambridge

    Phil Rodgers: A letter to Andy Burnham to put him in the picture about Cambridge



    Our political correspondent, Phil Rodgers, writes to the prospective Prime Minister with his thoughts on the challenges facing the Cambridge area.Dear Andy Burnham,It’s still slightly too soon to say ‘Dear Prime Minister’, as a few days still remain until you move into Number Ten, or perhaps a few weeks if a last-minute challenger appears in the Labour leadership contest. One way or another, though, it’s pretty safe to assume that you’ll soon be Larry the cat’s new housemate. I realise you’ll have a lot on your mind, and plenty of people wanting to bend your ear. Here in Cambridge, we are certainly very interested in what your leadership is going to mean for the many challenges facing our city. So I hope you won’t mind a few thoughts.The then Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham visited Cambridge and met Dr Nik Johnson, the then Cambridgeshire and Peterborough mayorFirst of all, the prospect of a Prime Minister who went to university here is a welcome change. It’s certainly been long enough – the last Cambridge-educated PM was Stanley Baldwin, who left office in 1937 – and in the meantime no fewer than 14 of the last 17 Prime Ministers have been educated at another well-known university city. Many future MPs choose a degree subject like law, or history and politics, so some people might wonder if your choice of English literature was the best preparation for high political office. However, your former boss at the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, Lord Chris Smith, now chancellor of the University of Cambridge, would certainly disagree. He recently wrote in the Telegraph that there is “no better preparation for a career in public life than English literature, because it tells you more about character, relationships, society, joy, sorrow, emotion and intelligence than anything else ever could.”Lord Chris Smith, former master of Pembroke and now chancellor of the University of Cambridge. Picture: Keith HeppellAs mayor of Greater Manchester, you were instrumental in setting up the innovation partnership between Manchester and Cambridge, working first with your Labour colleague Nik Johnson, mayor of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority, and then with his Conservative successor Paul Bristow. Last year this led to the establishment of the Cambridge x Manchester Partnership organisation, which describes itself as “designed to expand and strengthen innovation ecosystems in both cities, drive investment, and define a new model of collaboration for the UK”. Earlier this year the partnership published its baseline report, analysing innovation activity in both cities. It’ll be very interesting to see how its work develops, and perhaps acts as a pattern for other parts of the country under your government.Andy Burnham comfortably won the Manchester mayoral election in 2024. Graphic: Phil RodgersOpinion polling for the upcoming Manchester mayoral election puts Labour narrowly ahead of Reform UK. Graphic: Phil RodgersHopefully your successor as mayor of Greater Manchester will be keen to continue the partnership with Cambridge – though it’s perhaps a measure of the turbulence of modern politics that the by-election for your successor is a great deal less certain than your last mayoral election, as the graphs show. However, the government’s hurried restoration of the second-choice vote for mayoral elections is probably going to make things easier for Labour – and may well be a crucial factor in the next mayoral election for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough too.In March this year I heard you speak at Churchill College in Cambridge during the annual conference of the Bennett School of Public Policy, always a very interesting event. In a wide-ranging talk there were several themes that shone through: the long struggle to build an integrated public transport system in Manchester, your support for devolution and place-based policy against centralised Whitehall control, your frustration with what you see as the Treasury’s focus on controlling spending rather than promoting growth. One particularly interesting question you were asked was which political leaders you admire. As well as a perhaps obligatory mention of Keir Starmer, you cited former Democrat mayor of New York City Michael Bloomberg, Canadian prime minister Mark Carney, Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese, and said you were watching the new mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani, with great interest.Net satisfaction with public transport is far higher in Manchester than in Cambridgeshire. Graphic: Phil RodgersManchester’s approach to public transport has certainly proved popular with its residents. As the graph shows a survey by Ipsos UK in 2024 found that net satisfaction with public transport in Manchester stood at 46 per cent, compared with just 8 per cent in Cambridge, and even lower levels in South and East Cambridgeshire. Bus franchising may eventually improve things in the county, but despite years of discussions about mass rapid transit for Cambridge, any implementation still seems a very long way off, while development plans threaten to add even more traffic to our already congested roads.On devolution, Cambridge is in an unusual position. While powers and budgets have indeed been devolved from central government to the Combined Authority, the greater Cambridge area now finds itself facing a certain amount of reverse devolution. This is due to the proposed Greater Cambridge Development Corporation (GCDC), which is set to take planning powers away from local councils and wield them directly, without the involvement of elected representatives. If there is one thing that unites local councillors across parties at the moment, it is the feeling that this would be a bad idea. Perhaps it is a policy that a government truly committed to devolution might want to revisit. We’ll have to wait and see what changes the early days of your government will bring for the city. So far there aren’t many signs of radical policy changes in the early days. Local government reorganisation seems set to roll on, the Cambridge Growth Company continues its work, detailed planning for East West Rail is likely to continue. While we may not see substantial change for Cambridge in the short term, it’s the longer term projects that will really make a difference to the city.The work of the GCDC is likely to be the most important thing central government does in Cambridge over the coming decades, and it is crucial for the city that it does it well. We know the people involved have a great deal of talent and experience, and we also know what a good redevelopment looks like – we see one whenever we travel to London via King’s Cross. But unlike Cambridge, the old King’s Cross was not full of articulate and well-organised residents determined to oppose development plans. For the GCDC to succeed, it’s vital that they work with the city’s elected representatives, making the most of local knowledge and expertise, rather than simply imposing change from outside. As well as ensuring democratic accountability, this approach has the best chance of preserving the best aspects of the city. For all its challenges, Cambridge has many strengths, and in many ways is a great place to live. Please don’t let central government screw it up.Phil

  • South Leeds boxers in winning fight action – South Leeds Life

    South Leeds boxers in winning fight action – South Leeds Life


    Boxers who train with Tristan Haynes and Anthony Miller at their Beeston gym are celebrating wins on Haynes 16, the show recently held at The Angler’s club in Burmantofts and which saw the south Leeds men compete against boxers from clubs across Yorkshire and Lancashire.
    Middleton delivery driver Danny Weston, 36, was delighted to pick up his first Haynes Promotions title belt as he defeated Burnley fighter Andy Webster and thus remained undefeated in his five bouts, all of which have seen Danny get the win in less that the scheduled distance.
    “I was delighted to get the win on the same show as my fifteen-year-old son Tyler who had his first fight experience the same evening,” said Danny, now 36. “Father and son on the same show. A first for the promotion apparently. I started training two years ago and was hooked after attending a show. This title fight is my fifth bout in just a year, and I’m proud to remain undefeated. This was scheduled to be my longest contest yet at four two-minute rounds, but I knocked my opponent down three times in the second round leading to the referee waving it off.”
    “I want to stay humble about my success so far and take each fight as it comes. Although I get nervous the days before on fight day, I’ve always felt confident and buoyed up by supporters shouting my name as I enter the ring keen to have fun doing the business. This sport has helped me improve mentally and physically and be a better, more positive role model for my three children. I’ve made rapid progress and was proud to get our club’s ‘most improved boxer’ award in 2025.”
    Danny’s son Tyler “wanted a new activity and seeing how boxing has been great for my dad I decided to give it a go. I’m just so very proud that my dad is a semi-professional boxer. Mine was a skills bout which lets a novice boxer demonstrate what they’ve learnt without worrying about the result. I was well into it by the second round and people were impressed with the combinations of punches I threw. I enjoyed the contest and I’m pleased I had the confidence to get into the ring in front of a couple of hundred people.”
    Leeds Beckett construction management student and former pupil of Cockburn School Beeston’s James Nalias, 22, took up boxing earlier this year after “a rough 2025 in which I ended out of shape and overweight. Here I am six months later proud of a first round knockout. There’s more to come. I’m just so in love with the sport and best thing is I’m in shape. I played rugby as a youngster but never done any combat sports, so I’m used to rough and tumble. I’ve been training up to four times a week as I prepared these last two months. I’m proud, elated and game as it comes for further action.”
    James Nalias
    Teammate Mason Ledger, 21, cuts stone for a living. He also achieved a first round stoppage in his debut bout. “For me it’s about mastering the fundamentals and paying attention to my coach. I was keen not to get drawn into a brawl but rather land some decisive shots, which is what I did. I took the sport up to try something new and develop confidence and I’m proud that I’ve now made a successful start.”
    “Everyone’s been impressed with Danny who always shows great heart, courage and determination and proved his aptitude for the sport winning our promotion’s title,” said Tristan Haynes. “Danny, James, Mason and Tyler typify the kind of boxer our shows promote as we offer talented local fighters the opportunity to prove they belong in semi-professional boxing. We were also keen to welcome Tyler starting out as a boxer. The recent show was a sell-out as attendees knew that Danny and all our boxers would demonstrate just how entertaining and exhilarating boxing is.”
    If interested in training with Haynes and Miller Boxing contact Tristan Haynes on Facebook or e-mail thpaintersanddecorators@gmail.com. The gym is in Sugar Mills Business Park LS11 7HL. To make further progress Danny needs sponsorship. Contact him via Instagram @dannyweston23 or e-mail dannyweston23@live.co.uk if potentially able to assist.
     
    This post was written by James Bovington
    Main photo: Father and son Tyler and Danny Weston. Both photos credit: James Bovington
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  • Police officer dismissed after gross misconduct hearing – Lichfield Live®

    Police officer dismissed after gross misconduct hearing – Lichfield Live®


    A POLICE officer has been dismissed without notice following a gross misconduct hearing.

    An investigation by Staffordshire Police’s Anti-Corruption Unit found that PC David Maggs sent unwanted and inappropriate messages to a colleague and whilst off duty and touched a colleague in an unwanted and inappropriate manner.

    A four-day hearing found that his actions amounted to gross misconduct.

    PC Maggs has been placed on the College of Policing’s Barred List, which prevents him from working in policing and other law enforcement bodies again.

    Deputy Chief Constable Caroline Marsh:

    “The behaviour demonstrated by David Maggs fell far below the high standards we expect of all our officers and staff, both on and off duty.

    “His actions were wholly unacceptable and represented a serious breach of the trust placed in him as a police officer.

    “Everyone who works for Staffordshire Police has the right to feel safe, respected and supported in their workplace. We are committed to fostering a professional culture where inappropriate behaviour is challenged and where anyone who experiences or witnesses misconduct feels able to come forward.

    “I would like to thank the colleagues involved for their courage in reporting this matter.

    “Where officers are found to have committed gross misconduct, we will take robust action to hold them accountable.”

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  • Croxley Green homes evacuated after field fire spreads

    Croxley Green homes evacuated after field fire spreads



    A number of homes had to be evacuated while eight crews dealt with a field fire.It broke out on the edge of Croxley Green, near Watford, at about 12:30 BST.The blaze spread to neighbouring fields and woodland, and residents in Little Green Lane were asked to leave their homes as a precaution.Greg Duke, the area commander for Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, said the flames “spread rapidly” and were heading towards homes, but crews “worked hard to protect these properties and were able to successfully contain the fire”.A water bowser, a nebula misting system and a drone were also deployed to the blaze, which is now under control.

  • GALLERY: Northants Steelbacks supporters having a Blast at Finals Day at Edgbaston

    GALLERY: Northants Steelbacks supporters having a Blast at Finals Day at Edgbaston



    The showpiece event is being played in mid-summer instead of September as it has been for many years, and the sun shone in Birmingham.Hundreds of Northants fans made the short trip to the second city to back Darren Lehmann and his team, and they were rewarded with a 17-run win over Somerset in the semi-final.Chris Lynn top-scored with 39 as the Steelbacks were bowled out for 143, but then David Willey and Ben Sanderson both claimed three wickets as the west country side were restricted to 126 for nine in reply.The win means the Steelbacks will play Hampshire Hawks in the final, which is scheduled to start at 6.45pm.Photographer Peter Short was on hand to capture the Shoe Army enjoying their day out.See the Chron sport section for the report and reaction to the win over Somerset. 1. In the pink…The Steelbacks supporters enjoying the sunshine and their team’s semi-final win over Somerset at Edgbaston (Picture: Peter Short) Photo: Peter Short2. Getting their voices heardThe Steelbacks supporters enjoying the sunshine and their team’s semi-final win over Somerset at Edgbaston (Picture: Peter Short) Photo: Peter Short3. Back to blackThe Steelbacks supporters enjoying the sunshine and their team’s semi-final win over Somerset at Edgbaston (Picture: Peter Short) Photo: Peter Short4. Wendell’s in the houseThe Steelbacks supporters enjoying the sunshine and their team’s semi-final win over Somerset at Edgbaston (Picture: Peter Short) Photo: Peter Short

  • 10 of the best places to get ice cream in Cambridgeshire

    10 of the best places to get ice cream in Cambridgeshire


    The county punches above its weight, with artisan gelato parlours, creative dessert cafés and family‑friendly chains.

    So, without further ado, here’s a list of the 10 best places to get ice cream in Cambridgeshire:

    1. Heavenly Desserts, Peterborough

    Visitors rave about Heavenly Desserts’ beautifully presented waffles, cookie dough and gelato, repeatedly calling the ice cream “delicious” and portions generous.

    Diners like the wide choice of sundaes, modern interior and attentive service, making it a favourite for post‑dinner treats and special occasions in the city centre.

    Based in Peterborough, it currently boasts a rating of 4.8 stars out of 5 from more than 3,190 reviews on Google.

    2. Jack’s Gelato, Cambridge

    This iconic ice cream shop is a local favourite in Cambridge city centre, beloved by residents and visitors alike.

    The location boasts beautiful ice creams and sorbets, which the shop describes as “local, fresh, mostly organic and always delicious”.

    Located on Bene’t Street in Cambridge, visitors can enjoy unique flavours including Milk & Cookies, Coconut Ube and Coffee, Cardamom & Banana alongside classic picks like strawberry and vanilla.

    It currently boasts a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based off more than 200 TripAdvisor reviews.

    3. Kaspa’s, Peterborough

    Visitors note that Kaspa’s serves consistently good ice cream and thick shakes, with waffles frequently described as “amazing” and great value.

    Guests like the fast service, lively atmosphere and extensive menu, making it a crowd‑pleaser for groups looking for over‑the‑top sundaes and loaded desserts.

    Based in Peterborough, it currently boasts a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based off more than 3,250 Google reviews.

    4. Bohemia, St Neots

    Bohemia’s dessert menu earns repeated praise, especially its waffles and sweet plates that often come with ice cream.

    Based in St Neots, Diners highlight generous portions, well‑balanced flavours and a stylish, cosy setting.

    Many Tripadvisor‑style reviews call it a brilliant place to linger over coffee and pudding after tapas or brunch.

    It currently boasts a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based off more than 932 Google reviews.

    5. Hadi’s Gelato, Ely

    Reviewers repeatedly describe Hadi’s gelato as “light, creamy and so flavourful”, with Italian‑style scoops made fresh in small batches.

    Feedback highlights generous portions, good value and fun flavours like mango and Belgian chocolate, making this a much‑loved stop near Ely’s centre on sunny days.

    Located in Ely, it currently boasts a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based off more than 100 Google reviews.

    6. Louie’s Desserts, Wisbech

    Louie’s is a dessert shop and ice cream parlour that also sells milkshakes, cookie dough, waffles and doughnuts.

    Reviewers note the excellent milkshakes, and customers can get a second shake half price when they buy one in a “Thirsty Thursday” offer.

    Based in Wisbech, it currently boasts a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based off more than 700 FoodHub reviews.

    7. Cherry Hill Chocolates, Ely

    At Cherry Hill Chocolates, in Ely, visitors highlight artisan chocolates alongside rich gelato and chocolate ice cream.

    Reviews mention friendly, knowledgeable staff, a tempting cabinet of flavours and the pleasure of strolling out with a cone or tub after browsing the compact but well‑stocked Fore Hill shop.

    It currently boasts a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based off more than 50 Google reviews.

    8. Sophie’s Afternoon Tea & Cakes, Ely

    Reviews praise Sophie’s for indulgent homemade cakes, sundaes and iced coffees, with many noting desserts are sweet but “not too sweet”.

    Guests enjoy the cosy tea room setting, welcoming service and the option to pair traditional afternoon tea with a scoop or two of ice cream on warmer days.

    Located in Ely, it currently boasts a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based off more than 140 Google reviews.

    9. Sunshine Café, Whittlesey 

    Visitors love Sunshine Café’s old‑school banana splits and classic sundaes, often mentioning “lovely” ice‑cream‑topped puddings.

    It’s praised as a friendly, good‑value spot where generous portions, proper café comfort food and traditional desserts make it a favourite with locals in Whittlesey town centre.

    Based in Whittlesey, it currently boasts a rating of 4.3 out 5 stars based off more than 440 Google reviews.

    10. Hunts Desserts, Huntingdon

    Hunts Desserts is frequently praised for fresh, made‑to‑order waffles, cookie dough and shakes piled high with ice cream.

    Visitors like the wide choice of toppings and flavours for delivery or takeaway, describing it as a reliable evening fix when you want indulgent, American‑style desserts in Huntingdon

    Located in Huntingdon, it currently boasts a rating of 4.3 out 5 stars based off more than 90 Google reviews.

  • Mystery Shea Charles update spotted this evening as Leeds United await progress

    Mystery Shea Charles update spotted this evening as Leeds United await progress


    Leeds United are in ongoing discussions to sign Shea Charles from Southampton, who has been mysteriously left out of their squad tonight.

    The 49ers have masterminded two seriously impressive signings already in Harry Wilson and Tarik Muharemovic joining.

    Up next, a goalkeeper, depth in certain areas, and possibly some progress on Shea Charles are the deals to look out for.

    Shea Charles left out of Southampton’s pre-season squad as Leeds United talks ‘ongoing’

    It’s been a long saga so far for Leeds’ talks to sign Charles from Southampton. The latest from Graham Smyth is that it’s an ever-ongoing process.

    Leeds’ most recent bid, supposedly knocked back, amounted to £23million plus add-ons, looked to be edging the Whites closer to a compromise.

    However, the speed at which Muharemovic was agreed is in stark contrast to the snail pace talks with the EFL club. Understandably, it’s leaving fans itching for a conclusive update.

    Well, Charles has mysteriously been left out of Southampton’s pre-season squad tonight. The Saints face Eastleigh in their first friendly of the summer, and have named an otherwise very strong lineup:

    The Echo’s Alfie House notes an obvious possibility that Charles could be left out due to fitness. He only returned to pre-season this week.

    New signing Lewis Dobbin is straight into action, though, joining Southampton this week. That’s around a similar time that Charles returned to pre-season training.

    Leeds United need to step up transfer intent – Shea Charles and James Trafford would be incredible

    If Leeds can continue in the same vein as Muharemovic and Wilson, we could be in for a superb season ahead.

    That means striking an agreement to sign Charles from Southampton. There could be a multitude of reasons for Charles not being present this evening, as appears the case. But, it’s certainly an intriguing development.

    Leeds will want this deal done after Southampton digging their heels in for a month. His absence could (and I stress ‘could’) be a major hint that we’re making progress towards a deal.

    Conversely, it could be easily explained as Charles not being ready for minutes on the pitch. Daniel Peretz, Aaron Ramsdale, Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Ryan Manning, Finn Azaz, and Cameron Archer (among plenty of others) are also missing.

    After that, if James Trafford is the goalkeeper we end up signing to replace Karl Darlow, us Leeds fans could get carried away.

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  • Pepe’s Piri Piri wants 2.30am licence for North Staffordshire takeaway

    Pepe’s Piri Piri wants 2.30am licence for North Staffordshire takeaway



    Hospitality chain Pepe’s Piri Piri wants a 2.30am weekend licence. The branch opened on Newcastle-under-Lyme High Street last month and is the fast-food chain’s 255th UK outlet.Now it has lodged a premises licence application to open until 2.30am on Saturday and Sunday mornings. It also wants to open until 1am during the rest of the week.Newcastle Borough Council is consulting residents and businesses until Wednesday 5 August.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementTo view the application call the council on 01782 717717 to make an appointment. To comment on the application, email here.Get even more North Staffordshire exclusives – and it is free