New figures show Yorkshire has England’s worst child dental health, with six of the top 10 areas for tooth extractions among 5–9s. Dentists blame high sugar intake, inconsistent brushing and limited NHS access. Councils are urged to expand prevention schemes, school brushing and fluoridation.

Virginia Giuffre’s memoir claims Prince Andrew insisted on a confidentiality clause in their settlement to avoid embarrassment to the monarch before the Platinum Jubilee. Andrew has always denied misconduct. The Palace has not commented.

A former rock singer serving a long sentence for serious offences was killed in prison during an incident with another inmate, prompting an official investigation into security and supervision at the facility.

Traces of cocaine were detected in toilets at a private Labour student event during the party conference in Liverpool, with senior MPs appearing on stage at the gathering.