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Paedophile's cover story didn't stop him from being caught
'His claim of being a paedophile hunter was not credible and is believed to be a cover story in case he was ever caught'
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Makerfield by-election LIVE as former Starmer aide tips Burnham for PM if he wins June 18 vote
Voters will go to the polls next Thursday
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Over 400 'dodgy' driving test bookings cancelled just days after major rule change
'We will keep the pressure on anyone who tries to circumvent the system'
Disney+ comedy that landed on-screen this week with major UK star
Alice and Steve is available to watch now
Marks and Spencer's 'thick and luxurious' that's 'soft to walk on' reduced to £41
"This rug is very good quality, thick and luxurious. The colours are lovely and not too strong."
Police burst down doors of Salford homes as 43 people arrested
A cannabis farm, 31 tasers and a firearm were amongst the items found by officers during their blitz of the region
Sophie Kasaei welcomes first child with TOWIE star Jordan Brook
The Geordie Shore star announced her pregnancy last December
Prisoner murder trial hears what 'contract killer' Mark 'The Iceman' Fellows told police after lag 'stabbed to death'
Mark Fellows, David Taylor and Lee Newall deny murdering Kyle Bevan at HMP Wakefield
Mother who bought lottery ticket after fatal attack on baby handed life sentence
The 32-year-old sought to conceal what she had done by lying to medics and police
'I've just murdered him' mum told hospital after poisoning eight-year-old son's juice
Little Rhys was killed by his mum Louise Cameron
University of Manchester academic puts research into practice to reinvigorate culture in Southport
A University of Manchester academic whose research focuses on the long-term development of institutions, communities and places is putting his research into practice in one of England’s best known seaside towns.
Jake Hall's funeral takes place as TOWIE co-stars and ex partners pay tribute
Family and friends gathered to say a final goodbye to The Only Way is Essex star
Emmerdale fans worry over end for Mack and Charity with new Sugden tease
Some viewers think Lawrence Robb left a telling clue
Coronation Street's Jack P Shepherd comments on David Platt appearance change after hair transplant
Fans have wondered what will happen regarding his Weatherfield alter-egos' appearance after he shaved his head
'Unmissable' series about 'terrible' real life murders streaming on ITVX
The series explores how former prisoners went on to commit crimes after their release
Police issue update after Bolton imam's house firebombed
"We will not accept incidents like this in our communities"
Girl, 14, appears in court charged after Co-op Academy triple stabbing
She's been remanded in youth detention
'First of its kind' scheme planned for Cheadle and Stockport near M60
The new site could be up and running in 2029 as part of a major transport overhaul
Must-watch new drama for Doc Martin fans with cameo from Martin Clunes
Best Medicine is available to stream now in the UK