No. 55 · Friday, 2 October 2026
Around how many inmates are expected to be released early from prisons across England and Wales by June 2027?
B4,500
Why
The early release scheme was introduced to prevent prisons becoming overcrowded, with more inmates leaving before their sentences are complete.
BBCWhich Manchester club did PM Andy Burnham face backlash for appearing to defend after Premier League rule breaches?
DManchester City
Why
Burnham's comments suggesting concern about the club's owners selling up prompted a swift No 10 clarification that those responsible for wrongdoing should face appropriate consequences.
BBCWhich politician was speaking after talks on the contentious Drumcree parading dispute ended without agreement at Hillsborough Castle?
BChris Bryant
Why
The talks involved the Orange Order and Garvaghy Road Residents Coalition and lasted more than two hours, but no resolution was reached.
BBCUnder new UK government plans, airlines will be blocked from charging parents extra for what?
CSitting with children under 14
Why
The rule change forms part of PM Andy Burnham's bid to crack down on 'little charges that add up' and would require airlines to seat children next to their parents or accompanying adults free of charge.
Guardian