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Gray’s report into Downing St parties finds ‘failures of leadership’

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Failures of leadership and judgment: These are some of the words used in Sue Gray’s initial report into Covid lockdown parties at Downing Street

Senior civil servant Sue Gray says 16 events fell within the scope of her investigation, and 12 of those are now being further examined by the Metropolitan Police.

Gray’s report calls out “failures of leadership and judgement” as well as excessive drinking at work during the height of the pandemic.

When were the gatherings?

There were 16 events between May 2020 and April 2021, with all but one taking place at 10 Downing Street.

Two previously undisclosed events took place in Number 10 and the Cabinet Office.

Metropolitan Police are now investigating 12 events, including the drinks in the Downing Street garden on 20 May 2020

Prime Minister Boris Johnson was an attendee at this event, as well as his own birthday celebration in the Cabinet Room on 19 June 2020.

The initial findings present just part of the picture, with the entire report due to be released at a later date.

But Opposition Leader Keir Starmer says Prime Minister Boris Johnson took the public for fools, and it is clear the report reveals the most damming conclusion possible.

Sue Gray described the behavior at the gatherings as “difficult to justify” given the public was being told to adhere to wide-ranging and strict regulations on their lives.

She says the events represent “a serious failure” to observe and adhere to standards for government and what was expected of the public at the time.

Former Prime Minister Theresa May has also lashed out at Johnson, questioning whether he thought the Covid rules didn’t apply to him.

What’s next?

The prime minister will now ask Sue Gray to update the report following the police investigation.

Met Police Commander Catherine Roper says her team now has to sort through over 500 documents before making any final decisions.

At this moment, Johnson’s role as leader of Britain is hanging on by a thread, as some Tory MPs weigh up if they want him to continue as PM

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US government shutdown delays crucial jobs data

Investors navigate uncertainty as U.S. government shutdown delays jobs data, impacting global markets. #markets #usshutdown #jobs

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Investors navigate uncertainty as U.S. government shutdown delays jobs data, impacting global markets. #markets #usshutdown #jobs


Across the Pacific, attention is on the looming U.S. government shutdown, though investors appear to be looking through the uncertainty for now.

U.S. jobs data, expected this week, has been delayed due to the shutdown, adding another layer of uncertainty for global markets.

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US intel backs Ukraine strikes

Trump approves increased Pentagon role in Ukraine, aiming to weaken Russian funding and considering missile supplies. #ukrainewar #russia #tickernews

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Trump approves increased Pentagon role in Ukraine, aiming to weaken Russian funding and considering missile supplies. #ukrainewar #russia #tickernews


President Trump has approved deeper Pentagon and intelligence agency involvement for Ukraine, a move seen as a major escalation.

The plan aims to cripple key Russian facilities, directly threatening the Kremlin’s war funding.

At the same time, Washington is weighing the supply of Tomahawk and other powerful missiles to strengthen Ukraine’s arsenal.

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Yom Kippur synagogue attack in Manchester leaves two dead

Synagogue attack in Manchester on Yom Kippur kills two; suspect shot dead by police in terror incident

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Synagogue attack in Manchester on Yom Kippur kills two; suspect shot dead by police in terror incident

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– Two people were killed when a man drove into pedestrians and stabbed a security guard during Yom Kippur.
– The suspect, wearing an explosive-like vest, was shot dead by police; two further arrests followed.
Two people were killed on Thursday when a man drove a car into pedestrians and stabbed a security guard outside a synagogue during Yom Kippur ceremonies, UK police confirmed.

The suspect, reportedly wearing a vest resembling an explosive device, was shot dead by police after they responded to the incident at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Northern England.

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British authorities declared the attack a terrorist incident. The police suggested they were aware of the attacker’s identity but could not verify it at that moment. Following the attack, two additional arrests were made.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer, having interrupted his participation in a European summit to address the situation, pledged enhanced security measures for Jewish communities, noting rising antisemitism in the UK since the conflict escalation following Hamas’s October 7 assault on Israel.

Starmer expressed solidarity with the Jewish community, acknowledging their fears and confirming his commitment to counteract rising hatred.

Injured Victims

As the situation unfolded, three other individuals remained in serious condition.

Witnesses described a chaotic scene as police evacuated vulnerable individuals from the synagogue, where many attendees were in traditional dress.

The prompt actions of security staff and law enforcement were credited with preventing further harm. King Charles expressed his deep shock and sorrow regarding the incident.


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