ITV daytime stars are said to be frustrated at the conditions of the new ITV studio as it has been reported stars are forced to share toilets and dressing rooms

Morale amongst the stars of ITV’s daytime shows is said to be at an all time low after dealing with the cramped conditions of the new ITV studio. The decision to relocate to a new studio was part of the broadcaster’s costing cutting method, which saw almost 200 staff lose their jobs across shows including Loose Women, This Morning and Lorraine.

All three shows now share one studio, which has resulted in Loose Women losing it’s live audience element. As part of the new working conditions, presenters including Cat Deeley, Ben Shepherd, Dermot O’Leary, Alison Hammond, Ruth Langsford and Kaye Adams are now sharing communal toilets and dressing rooms.

A TV insider has now claimed that the only TV star who has not had to abide by these new conditions is Lorraine Kelly, as she has her own personal toilet and dressing room.

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A source told The Sun: “There have been quite a lot of issues since the team’s relocation to the new smaller studios. As well as the cramped space, presenters have had to give up their personal dressing rooms and loos. Lorraine is the only one who has her own private throne.”

They added: “But even she has to share it, with guests frequently popping in.” It has also been reported that Christine Lampard was forced to change outfits in a meeting room and the lift regularly breaks down.

However a spokesperson for ITV told The Mirror: “ITV daytime have been at the new state of the art MultiStory studios for over a month now and have adapted to the new surroundings successfully with the new space and look seeing an increase in audience share year on year and its digital output achieving almost 50million views every month.”

And an ITV insider told The Mirror: “There is a positive vibe across all three of the shows.”

Meanwhile, another show insider told The Sun that Lorraine has been more than gracious to accommodate the new changes. A source revealed: “Lorraine has been more than happy to share her toilet and no one is being precious about space. Everyone is mucking in together.”

Good Morning Britain has also undergone a change as it now shares a studio with ITN News. Speaking about the relocation and the axing of staff, Ranvir Singh revealed details about the general vibe among those who was left.

She told The Express: “A lot of those have stayed, because we’re still doing really well, the figures are great for Good Morning Britain and we’re doing well, but it has been a big change.

Ranvir went on to say: “Nothing you do personally, obviously, that’s great, but you still miss the people that you have loved working with for over a decade on breakfast television.”

On the ITV website a report was posted about the new location. It read: “From January 2026, the new studio, in London’s Covent Garden, will see the ITV Studios Daytime label produce and broadcast almost 900 hours of live daily programming annually.”

“The new studio will be equipped with state of the art tech facilities including a 360 degree set with LED walls which will ensure a quick turn around between shows and maximise use of the studio space.”

It went on to say: “The shows will be produced in a more sustainable way using one, high spec, remote gallery to produce and broadcast all three live programmes daily and any other productions wishing to use the space outside of the Daytime transmission. The remote gallery will be supplied by Gravity Media.”

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A proposal to permit a Pembrokeshire village garage, which previously accommodated an NHS worker during the Covid pandemic, to continue operating as an Airbnb holiday let has been approved.

In a submission to Pembrokeshire County Council Mark and Ann Pugh, of Wolfscastle, requested retrospective consent on behalf of their son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Natalie Pugh, for the transformation of a single-storey garage into a self-catering holiday let called Meadow View on the grounds of Little Longhouse, Wiston.

A supporting document stated that during 2017 the garage was transformed into a liveable space, utilised by family and friends between July 2017 and March 2020, before accommodating an NHS worker until December of that year throughout the Covid lockdown. Make sure you never miss Wales’ biggest updates by getting our daily newsletter.

It continued: “In 2021 it continued to accommodate family and friends.

“In 2022 and 2023 the property was used as a self-catering holiday unit advertised on Airbnb under the name Rose Cottage.

“Since the beginning of 2024 it has been marketed as Meadow View on Airbnb and Booking.com, continuing its role as a self-catering holiday unit.”

It further stated: “Meadow View is the second holiday rental at Little Longhouse following the successful establishment of Clover Cottage, which has been operating as a holiday let since 2013.

“This application seeks retrospective consent for Meadow View as a second unit of holiday accommodation within an established holiday enterprise at Little Longhouse.”

The application further stated: “Meadow View further contributes to local accommodation diversity by offering a small, one-bedroom, ground-floor unit making it particularly suitable for individuals with limited mobility.

“The holiday letting business at Little Longhouse is operated and managed primarily by the applicants’ daughter-in-law, who resides at Little Longhouse.

“The business is her primary source of income/employment and helps ensure that residing in the rural community of Wiston is viable.”

County planners granted conditional approval for the application.

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Tyler Fletcher has revealed what Michael Carrick told him as he sent him on to make his Manchester United debut on a ‘mad day’ for the 18-year-old.

The midfielder, son of former United and Scotland star Darren, came on in stoppage time of the 2-0 win over Tottenham at Old Trafford on Saturday.

The Red Devils continued their perfect run under interim boss Carrick, with four wins on the bounce following victories over Manchester City, Arsenal and Fulham.

United are now fourth and just three points behind Aston Villa in third in the Premier League table as they bid for a return to Champions League football.

Fletcher hopped on the wave of momentum the Red Devils are building thanks to Carrick throwing him on to replace Kobbie Mainoo late in the game.

The Manchester United interim manager has been credited with freeing up his players and creating more attacking verve under his coaching and that tallies with the message he gave Fletcher as he stepped onto the pitch for his debut.

‘He just said enjoy it,’ Fletcher told MUTV. ‘Make the most of the moment. Go and get on the ball and do what you do, try to get as many touches as I can when I was on there, so I was trying to get little bounce passes, little short ones, just to get a few touches. That is what he said.

‘That’s the best moment of my career so far. I don’t think anything can top it. It’s a special moment for my family. I think my mum is here, my brother is here. My dad has got a game so he couldn’t make it.

‘It’s an unbelievable moment.’

He added: ‘It’s a mad day. I’m absolutely buzzing. The best day of my life, it’s a dream come true. I’ve just got to thank everyone for supporting me, throughout the way.’

Tyler’s twin brother Jack is also at Manchester United and has made three Premier League appearances already this season.

On how he was told about his memorable day, he said: ‘I found out I was in the squad yesterday, after the session. I got told you will be with the first team, you’ll be on the bench. I was buzzing with that.

‘I was warming up in the last five minutes and five minutes got added on. I got the call and I was like, ‘No way is this happening’. I got told to go and enjoy it and make as many passes as you can, get as many touches as you can, and that’s what I did.’

Carrick, who is loving life in his role in charge of the Red Devils, was glad to be able to give the talented teenager his first professional experience.

‘It was a proud moment for me, to be able to give Tyler his next step really in his career,’ he said. ‘I never take that for granted, never before, when I was at Middlesbrough, and giving young players an opportunity.

‘I wanted to get him out on the pitch today, just to sample it and feel it. He came on and did really well. It’s what this club is and what a week to do it, with the anniversary of Munich and the Busby Babes and everything this club is based on. So it’s special and I certainly don’t take that for granted. It was great to give Tyler his chance.’

Things could not be going any better for Carrick and Manchester United right now, with his chances of being appointed as permanent manager increasing with every victory.

On his future, he said: ‘Nah, it’s not for now. I think to get excited and carried away, as a supporter, is where you should be. It’s why you come to support us, to dream and get carried away, hopefully leaving in good spirits and looking forward to coming back.

‘It’s our job to provide that and, to be in a position to do that in the last few weeks, has been great. We’ve got to keep doing that.’

The Red Devils bid for a fifth straight win on Tuesday night at West Ham.

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An update on the condition of Lindsey Vonn has been provided after the American skier was involved in a horror crash in the women’s downhill alpine skiing final at the Winter Olympics

An update has been provided on the status of Winter Olympics star Lindsey Vonn following a horrific crash during the women’s downhill alpine skiing final. The American athlete had to be airlifted to hospital after crashing out early in the course.

Vonn’s participation in the games was uncertain due to a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament in her left knee, sustained in another crash just days before the event began.

However, she made a remarkable recovery and successfully completed training runs leading up to the final.

Despite skiing without an anterior cruciate ligament and with a brace on her knee, the 41-year-old, who has previously had her right knee reconstructed, took part in the event as the 13th competitor.

Her crash caused a delay of approximately 20 minutes while she received medical attention, with audible cries of pain heard from the scene.

Former British skier Chemmy Alcott, who was visibly moved by the incident, provided an update on BBC around an hour after the crash.

She said: “I was just speaking to Enrica Cipriani who is part of the ‘Team Vonn’, actually one of the photos I think I sent you guys was one of her sitting on the chair lift with Lindsey this morning when we all thought this was going to end in a fairytale..”

She continued: “She said the good news is that Lindsey Vonn’s doctor, who did her knee, was here on the hill and was able to get in that helicopter with her. They are currently in Cortina, the helicopter landed.

“But she won’t going to the local hospital, it can’t deliver on what she needs. Likely she’ll be going over to Innsbruck.

“But even Enrica didn’t have an update, very hard to be part of that team who have sacrificed everything.

“Her husband Chris Knight is Lindsey Vonn’s coach, so she’s just trying to keep it together, and deal with what can be handled.”

Shortly after Vonn’s accident, Andorra’s Cande Moreno experienced a similar incident. Medical teams attended to her before she was airlifted from the mountain by helicopter.

The final concluded with Vonn’s compatriot Breezy Johnson topping the standings, followed by Germany’s Emma Aicher in second and Italy’s Sofia Goggia claiming third place.

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The 41-year-old American sporting legend was airlifted to hospital after a crash on the slopes during the women’s downhill skiing final.

American skiing legend Lindsey Vonn endured a horror crash on her Olympic return in the women’s downhill and was airlifted to hospital. Hopes of a victorious comeback six years on from retirement had been hit by a serious knee injury suffered less than a fortnight out from the finals.

But the 41-year-old decided to compete in the winter Olympics. She burst out of the start in the final but caught a gate with her right arm after just 13 seconds, sending her tumbling down the slope to a halt.

She lay motionless on the slopes during the women’s downhill skiing final before being airlifted to hospital. The incident sparked an emotional reaction from the BBC’s broadcast team.

The Mirror reports Chemmy Alcott choked up as she said: “I actually feel guilty that I am this emotional. When we thought about the end of this story, we never thought and never believed that it would end in her in a clump at the side of the piece, not moving.

“What we saw is the top section is running very fast. The left-footer is really hard for healthy athletes.

“She is trying to throw herself down this, gunning for the podium. She doesn’t have a left knee, she drops her hip back and this is an absolute nightmare. It is an absolute nightmare.

“The whole world is watching and we wanted to see her come through the finish smiling, because she was fast, we wanted to see her take on this challenge, it is just really tough.

“I feel so bad that I feel this way because her family and all over her team… it is so sad.

“We have to be realistic. The risk was really really high for her to take on the G-force of this downhill.

“The risk she faced when you fall are double that. Her body will not be able to withstand that. The crowd here, everyone is feeling it. There is intermittent clapping and I think that is hope that she is going to get up.

“But then the screen comes on and we see all the medical staff around here. They have actually had to put on some background noise because it is quite uncomfortable.”

DNA MMA has been crowned the Prestige Awards Martial Arts School of the Year for 2025-2026.

The gym, based at Yorvale Business Park, first won the award for 2023-2024.

The accolade recognises the gym’s strong community and welcoming atmosphere and its dedication to creating a positive and successful environment for members.

Celebrating the achievement, a post on the gym’s social media read: The last couple of years have been super tough and very busy!

“Lots of changes, tons of upgrades to the club and it feels amazing for the team to be recognised for the hard work.

“It all comes down to DNA’s community spirit that has been built on our mats and in the cage!

“Our martial arts team is the friendliest, most welcoming and most helpful that I have ever encountered, and I consider myself very lucky to have such fantastic people proud to represent DNA MMA.”

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran’s top diplomat insisted Sunday that Tehran’s strength came from its ability to “say no to the great powers,” striking a maximalist position just after negotiations with the United States over its nuclear program and in the wake of nationwide protests.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking to diplomats at a summit in Tehran, signaled that Iran would stick to its position that it must be able to enrich uranium — a major point of contention with President Donald Trump, who bombed Iranian atomic sites in June during the 12-day Iran-Israel war.

While Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian praised the talks Friday in Oman with the Americans as “a step forward,” Araghchi’s remarks show the challenge ahead. Already, the U.S. moved the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, ships and warplanes to the Middle East to pressure Iran into an agreement and have the firepower necessary to strike the Islamic Republic should Trump choose to do so.

“I believe the secret of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s power lies in its ability to stand against bullying, domination and pressures from others,” Araghchi said. “They fear our atomic bomb, while we are not pursuing an atomic bomb. Our atomic bomb is the power to say no to the great powers. The secret of the Islamic Republic’s power is in the power to say no to the powers.”

‘Atomic bomb’ as rhetorical device

Araghchi’s choice to explicitly use an “atomic bomb” as a rhetorical device likely wasn’t accidental. While Iran has long maintained its nuclear program is peaceful, the West and the International Atomic Energy Agency say Tehran had an organized military program to seek the bomb up until 2003.

Iran had been enriching uranium up to 60% purity, a short, technical step to weapons-grade levels of 90%, the only non-weapons state to do so. Iranian officials in recent years had also been increasingly threatening that the Islamic Republic could seek the bomb, even while its diplomats have pointed to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s preachings as a binding fatwa, or religious edict, that Iran wouldn’t build one.

Pezeshkian, who ordered Araghchi to pursue talks with the Americans after likely getting Khamenei’s blessing, also wrote on X on Sunday about the talks.

“The Iran-U.S. talks, held through the follow-up efforts of friendly governments in the region, were a step forward,” the president wrote. “Dialogue has always been our strategy for peaceful resolution. … The Iranian nation has always responded to respect with respect, but it does not tolerate the language of force.”

It remains unclear when and where, or if, there will be a second round of talks. Trump, after the talks Friday, offered few details but said: “Iran looks like they want to make a deal very badly — as they should.”

Aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea

During Friday’s talks, U.S. Navy Adm. Brad Cooper, the head of the American military’s Central Command, was in Oman. Cooper’s presence was likely an intentional reminder to Iran about the U.S. military presence in the region. Cooper later accompanied U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law, to the Lincoln out in the Arabian Sea after the indirect negotiations.

Araghchi appeared to be taking the threat of an American military strike seriously, as many worried Iranians have in recent weeks. He noted that after multiple rounds of talks last year, the U.S. “attacked us in the midst of negotiations.”

“If you take a step back (in negotiations), it is not clear up to where it will go,” Araghchi said.

Japan’s ultra conservative prime minister is set to seize more power after an exit poll had her securing a big majority in the country’s lower house.

Sanae Takaichi’s coalition is expected to win between 302 and 366 of the 465 seats in the chamber, national broadcaster NHK has predicted.

That is well above the 233 needed for a majority.

It comes after Ms Takaichi, 64, called a rare winter snap election, seeking to capitalise on her own high approval ratings.

Betting on herself, she pledged to secure a majority or step down.

A former heavy metal drummer, she says immigration and tourism has led to “foreigner fatigue” in Japan, and her nationalist rhetoric has stoked tensions with China.

She’s also anti-gay marriage and a vocal defender of traditional gender roles, and sees late British prime minister Margaret Thatcher as a role model.

Furthermore, her government plans to step away from Japan’s post-war pacifist principles, bolstering the military and lifting a ban on weapons exports.

Ms Takaichi became the nation’s first female prime minister in October, pledging to “work, work, work” and nurturing an upbeat image.

She’s won support among younger voters and her personal style has been praised by fans, with admirers now facing a nine-month wait to purchase her signature Hamano black bag.

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She became prime minister after taking charge of the struggling Liberal Democratic Party, whose fortunes she is credited with transforming.

The party had grown accustomed to power, having governed almost continuously since its foundation in 1955, except for two brief windows – from 1993 to 1996, and from 2009 to 2012.

But it suffered setbacks in recent years, enduring its one of its worst electoral performances ever in 2024 amid a backdrop of a financial scandal and economic stagnation, and losing its majority in the lower house.

The lower house, or House of Representatives, is the stronger of the two chambers that comprise the National Diet – the Japanese equivalent of parliament.

A stronger hand there will empower Ms Takaichi to make progress on her right-wing agenda, including passing a record-setting 122.3 trillion yen (£565 billion) budget.

The Whitby Steampunk Weekend XIX draws to a close today (February 8).

The event centres around Whitby Pavilion in West Cliff but the whole weekend provided ample opportunities for photos with some of the town’s incredible landscapes adding to the atmosphere.

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Steampunk fans have been seen on the promenades above the North Sea and in the trading hall filled with stands.

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The Press Camera Club member Garry Hornby captured the essence of this year’s event with a series of images.

Live musical acts have covered the weekend with special guest appearances from stars of television and other speakers.

Funds have also been raised for Whitby and Scarborough Dog Rescue from fashion shows.

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Steampunk emerged in the 1980s as a tongue‑in‑cheek sci‑fi label, imagining Victorian steam power driving futuristic tech.

Said to have roots in the works of fiction from the likes of Jules Verne and HG Wells, it has grown into a global subculture spanning literature, fashion, festivals and DIY “retro‑futurist” engineering.

The Whitby event is thought to be one of the largest gatherings in the UK.

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He shared several tips about how to build up your savings

Martin Lewis has spoken about a DWP scheme that savers may want to consider. The consumer champion shared numerous tips on building up your savings during an episode of his BBC podcast.

He devoted much of the programme to discussing mortgage overpayments and whether this approach is preferable to depositing money into savings accounts. One listener enquired about what to do with a lump sum of £90,000 that they would soon receive. They were paying a relatively steep mortgage rate of 5.6 per cent and sought guidance on how to use the funds.

Mr Lewis’ general principle is that if your mortgage rate exceeds the top after-tax savings rate available, it may be wiser to overpay your mortgage rather than deposit cash into savings. Addressing the question, Mr Lewis initially said that “you cannot earn 5.6 percent in savings”.

However, he highlighted certain savings vehicles where this rate can be beaten. He mentioned in passing: “With the exception of a Help to Save if you’re on Universal Credit or a regular saver where you can put a couple of hundred quid a month in.”

The Help to Save scheme is worth a look if you’re receiving Universal Credit, as it provides a 50 per cent bonus on deposits. Through the scheme, you receive a 50p bonus for every £1 you deposit into the account over a four-year period.

You can contribute between £1 and £50 each month, meaning you can save up to £2,400 over four years, earning up to £1,200 in bonuses. Savers receive their bonuses across two stages, with the first payout arriving after the initial two years, calculated on the highest balance achieved during that period.

The second bonus comes at the conclusion of year four, determined by the highest balance reached in years three and four. When it comes to regular saver accounts, you can get rates of over 7 percent, but there are restrictions on monthly deposits.

Take Nationwide Building Society’s Flex Regular Saver, for instance, which offers 6.5 percent but caps monthly contributions at £200. By depositing the maximum amount, savers could pocket £84.50 annually in interest.

Currently, Zopa leads the market with its Regular Saver offering 7.1 percent, allowing customers to stash away up to £300 monthly. Financial experts are forecasting further cuts to the Bank of England’s base rate this year.

The rate presently stands at 3.75 per cent. The central bank opted to maintain this level in its most recent announcement.