A former Dulwich College pupil, Yinka Bankole, alleges Nigel Farage made a racist remark to him when they were 17. He spoke out after the Reform leader’s press conference denying racism and antisemitism. Farage rejects the claim and criticises broadcasters for reporting earlier allegations.

Nigel Farage rejected new claims from former classmates that he used racist language at school, calling them vindictive. He attacked broadcasters and the Guardian over coverage as his party slips in polls, bringing renewed scrutiny of his conduct and leadership.

The police watchdog has closed its 14‑year Hillsborough investigation, ruling no officers will face discipline. It found serious failings and efforts to shift blame, but cases were time‑barred or individuals had retired or died. Families condemned the outcome as a bitter injustice.