An 80-year-old National Lottery winner has been jailed for running a £228m illegal drugs operation. Prosecutors said he bankrolled pill factories, laundered profits and supplied tablets linked to deaths across the UK. He and associates were convicted of supply, fraud and money-laundering offences.

The NHS has opened an investigation into alleged over‑treatment by a retired cancer consultant after a 45‑year‑old mother says she received six years of chemotherapy despite only needing six months. She reports ongoing health problems. Regulators will review her records and the clinical decisions made.

An inquest found repeated heading likely contributed to the brain injury that led to former defender Gordon McQueen’s death. His family urge limits on heading, stronger safeguards in training, and improved long‑term support for affected players.

Andy Burnham’s attempt to re-enter Westminster via a by-election has been blocked by the PM, with party officials citing the expense of replacing him as Greater Manchester mayor. Critics say the move sidelines a potential rival, intensifying unrest within Labour.