A former Norfolk farmer has left a £2.5m estate to a pub landlady who supported him after his release from prison. He died last year, naming her sole beneficiary. Her husband said their bond was like family.

Nigel Farage named a Reform UK “cabinet” dominated by ex-Tories, including Robert Jenrick, Suella Braverman and Richard Tice. The team outlined tax cuts and reforms affecting worker rights and the NHS. Critics say this would favour the wealthy and risk services; supporters argue it could boost growth.

A bereaved mother campaigning for online safety welcomes a change requiring social media firms to preserve user data, but urges the PM to act faster with tougher safeguards for children, stronger enforcement and penalties for platforms that fail to curb harm.

A new TV drama scrutinises water companies over sewage discharges, highlighting risks to public health and beaches. Echoing the Post Office exposé, it seeks accountability, tougher regulation and potential compensation, as affected families call for action and greater transparency.