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AstraZeneca’s U-turn on £450m Speke expansion ‘deeply disappointing’, says minister

Chris Bryant says reduction of government support was linked to change in drugmaker’s proposed investment

The Guardian - UK

AstraZeneca investment deal ‘didn’t add up for UK taxpayer’, says minister

Science minister Sir Chris Bryant said the Government feels regretful about the plan being ditched and ‘would prefer to have got this over the line’.

Evening Standard

Culture minister wants ‘massive production budget’ to remain part of BBC licence

The Government will consider funding options to support the broadcaster’s long-term future when it reviews the BBC’s current Royal Charter.

Evening Standard

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AI copyright rules ‘threaten to rip rug from under’ artists, warns MP

Ministers could introduce an exception to copyright law for ‘text data and mining’.

The Independent UK

Europe's largest data centre to be built in London commuter belt as £4bn plan given green light

Minister Sir Chris Bryant said the project ‘would drive economic growth through the creation of skilled jobs across the South East’

Evening Standard

Minister swerves ‘cultural mutilation’ claim as church VAT scheme extended

The Government has extended its listed places of worship grant scheme into March 2026.

The Independent UK

Ipswich music ecosystem a ‘model’ for towns after Sheeran success – minister

Culture ministers also faced questions about the future of small music venues.

The Independent UK

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Plan to halt online ticket touting ‘spivs’ could bolster black market – MP

Saqib Bhatti said that as an Oasis fan ‘we know that we didn’t have the necessary information upfront’ when tickets went on sale for the ’25 Tour.

The Independent UK

UK arts and media reject plan to let AI firms use copyrighted material

Exclusive: Coalition of musicians, photographers and newspapers insist existing copyright laws must be respected

The Guardian - UK

‘Someone like you’: AI-generated Adele lyrics read out in parliament

Technology minister Sir Chris Bryant read out AI-generated Adele lyrics to draw attention to how machines can “imagine” versions of existing artists’ songs without paying them any money.

The Independent UK

Minister reads out AI-generated Adele lyrics to draw attention to copyright risks

Technology minister Chris Bryant read out lines from a fake Adele song to demonstrate how AI bots use existing material without paying artists.

Evening Standard

X reacts to Commanders’ 20-19 win over the Saints

Social media wasn't impressed with the Commanders' latest win.

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Brexit makes touring Europe ‘simply not viable’ for musicians, minister admits

Exclusive: Chris Bryant says the government ‘fully recognises the scale of challenges facing professionals wishing to tour in Europe’

The Independent UK

Dame Barbara Hepworth sculpture worth £3.5 million at risk of leaving UK

The wooden painted sculpture, made in the 1940s, has been exhibited at the Tate galleries.

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The Independent UK

Major incident declared in South Wales as Storm Bert takes its toll

Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, South Wales Fire and Rescue, Natural Resources Wales and South Wales Police have declared a major incident.

Evening Standard

Ministers hope for tourism boost with Bedfordshire Universal Studios resort

Blake Stephenson described Universal Studios’ plan for a new Bedfordshire resort as a ‘gamechanger’ for the region

Evening Standard

Government pledges more digital inclusion as rural Wales gets phone mast boost

Seven upgraded masts have gone live across rural Wales to help improve 4G signal for homes and businesses.

The Independent UK

Ministers back voluntary levy on arena gig tickets to support grassroots venues

Ministers expect the music industry to take forward proposals for the fee to be implemented for shows.

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The Independent UK

First World War memorial to brave soldier given Grade II listing

Private James Miller was shot as he left his trench to deliver a message.

The Independent UK

Now Brexit set to cost UK citizens more to see the Mona Lisa

French proposal to impose a premium on non-EU visitors could also see higher charges at Versailles as well as the Louvre

The Independent UK

UK risks missing ‘next Ed Sheeran’ with ticket resale ‘racketeering’ – debate

MPs discussed the matter at a Westminster Hall debate.

The Independent UK

Labour MP claims internet connection in Ukraine is better than London

Cat Eccles told an adjournment debate that the UK is languishing behind its European neighbours when it comes to ultra-fast broadband.

The Independent UK

Government calls on broadband companies to limit installation of telegraph poles

Technology minister Sir Chris Bryant said the industry should be ‘mindful’ of the concerns of communities when installing infrastructure.

The Guardian - UK

The week in audio: Suella Braverman on LBC; Dangerous Memories; World of Secrets: The Apartheid Killer – review

Now a stand-in LBC presenter, the ex-home secretary accepts no opinion but her own; an investigation into a lifestyle guru is horrifying and riveting; and the harrowing story of a South African mass murderer is well told

The Guardian - UK

Wembley to ramp up security operation for Champions League final

Wembley is to mount its biggest security operation at the Champions League final on Saturday

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