It’s a welcome return for the popular Marks and Spencer offer, as customers had taken to social media and parenting sites to ask if it would be back again before September, after the deals initially ran earlier this summer.

One parent posted on Mumsnet: “I’ve heard a few people say they don’t think M&S are doing 20 per cent off school uniforms this year.”

M&S school uniform is designed to be durable and pass the ’hand-me-down’ quality test to ensure even when it’s outgrown, it can be given another life.

Plus, M&S continues to offer an extended 100-day returns period on school uniform.

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M&S school uniform has a range of schoolwear designed for regular washing and growing children, with multipacks starting from £7.

Some of the better-value options include:

• 3-pack polos – £7: Made with Stainaway technology and StayNew™ to help keep them looking brighter for longer.
• 2-pack trousers – £11: With adjustable waists, crease-resistant fabric and a stain and weather-resistant finish.
• 3-pack shirts – £10: Easy-iron fabric and Expandicuff™ on styles up to age 10.
• 2-pack jumpers – £11: Featuring StayNew™ technology to help maintain colour and finish.
• 2-pack skirts – £10: With adjustable waists, durable crease-resistant fabric and permanent pleats.

Buying several of the basics together can be particularly useful for younger children, who can get through shirts and polo shirts at an alarming rate.

For families trying to reduce the September bill, multipacks are worth comparing against single-item prices, particularly for pieces such as polo shirts, shirts and trousers that children are likely to wear repeatedly.

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Don’t forget specialist retailers

It is also worth looking beyond the supermarkets when putting together a school uniform, particularly for items such as socks and tights.

SOCKSHOP has a dedicated range of children’s school socks and tights in black, white and grey, with several low-cost options and multi-buy offers.

Some of the current deals include:

• Kids’ bamboo plain and striped socks – £1.99 a pair, or five for £4.99
• Kids’ bamboo trainer socks – £1.49 a pair, or three for £2.99
• Girls’ bamboo plain tights – £4.99 a pair, or two for £7.99
• Kids’ bamboo knee-high socks – £2.49 a pair, or three for £4.99
• Kids’ cushioned bamboo sports socks – £2.49 a pair, or three for £4.99
• Heat Holders thermal tights – £8.99
• Falke back-to-school cotton socks – £6.99

For parents working through a school checklist, socks and tights can be easy to overlook until the final shopping trip. Buying several pairs at once through a multi-buy offer could therefore be a simple way to spread the cost and avoid having to replace them halfway through the term.

As with any school uniform purchase, check your school’s exact colour and style requirements before ordering, particularly if it has rules around sock length or tights.

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Five ways to save on school uniform

1. Check the school rules first
Find out which items need school branding and which can be bought from supermarkets.

2. Shop around
Compare supermarket prices with high-street retailers before buying everything in one place.

3. Look for second-hand uniform
Check school uniform shops, Vinted, eBay, Facebook Marketplace and local selling groups.

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4. Buy bundles
Multipacks and bundles can bring the cost per item down, particularly for shirts, polo shirts and trousers.

5. Check before you buy
If buying second-hand, ask for measurements rather than relying on the age printed on the label and check high-wear areas such as knees, collars, cuffs and shoe soles.

For families trying to keep costs under control, the biggest saving may not come from finding one spectacular deal, but from mixing discounted supermarket basics with carefully chosen second-hand branded items.

If you’re jetting into Sydney for just a few days around the marathon, you’ll want to be savvy about how you see the highlights. The most efficient (and memorable) way to take it all in? Book a flight with Sydney Seaplanes, which offers 15-minute highlights tours of the harbour and has to have been the best thing I did in my whole 18 months living in the sparkling, waterside city. It’s expensive, at $330 per person, but you’ll see Bondi Beach, the Harbour Bridge and Opera House in a matter of minutes – and come away buzzing for the rest of the day. There’s also a 30-minute Sydney Secrets tour, taking in the northern beaches of Sydney as well as the harbour (including Palm Beach, where Home & Away was filmed), as well as various seaplane and dining experiences if you’re looking for an extra special post-marathon treat. The flight featuring lunch at the Cottage Point Inn on the Hawkesbury River is a customer favourite, and takes four hours in total including flying time.

The problems at Norton and Malton Skatepark have created an environment that is “unpleasant and, at times, dangerous.”

The issues include intimidation, bullying, vandalism, and littering, with broken glass and discarded fishing tackle regularly found at the site.

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Ryan Swain, who runs Ryedale Skate School, said: “This is not about blaming young people, users or the skatepark.

“It is about the actions of a small number of individuals whose behaviour is affecting an entire community.

“And to those responsible: we know who you are.

“You are clearly visible on CCTV.”

Concern has grown over reports of criminal damage and persistent antisocial behaviour, which have made the site unsafe for children, families, and other users.

Ryan, who campaigned to save the skatepark, added: “The way the park is being left is also completely unacceptable.

“Litter, smashed and broken glass and fishing tackle and equipment are being left around the skatepark.

“Fishing line and especially barbed hooks have absolutely no place in or around a facility used by children, skateboarders, scooters, BMX riders, families and even dogs.

“They are dangerous and could cause a serious injury.”

The skatepark serves a wide range of users from across the area and is described as a vital community asset.

Ryan added: “There are far more people who use this skatepark, respect it, want it and need it than there are people trying to ruin it.”

Norton-on-Derwent Town Council and North Yorkshire Police are now taking a tougher stance.

A zero-tolerance policy will be enforced against criminal damage, threatening behaviour, and persistent antisocial behaviour.

The skatepark is equipped with high-quality CCTV, and relevant footage can be provided to the appropriate authorities.

Efforts to engage positively with those causing problems have so far been unsuccessful.

Ryan said: “I’ve tried countless times with Ryedale Skate School over the years to engage positively with some of those causing issues.

“I’ve spoken about skatepark etiquette, encouraged and included people and even provided free skateboarding tuition to try to give them something to do and be involved with and they shun it.

“But there comes a point where opportunities to engage have to be met with personal responsibility and most importantly accountability.”

The facility is seen as an important space for young people, especially those who do not connect with traditional sports or activities.

Ryan said: “It provides exercise, friendships, confidence, resilience, independence, community and somewhere to belong.

“For some young people, particularly those who don’t connect with traditional sports or activities, somewhere like this can mean an enormous amount.

“Don’t allow the actions of a few to destroy something that benefits so many.”

Maintenance and repairs at the skatepark are the responsibility of the council, though community volunteers also contribute.

The public is urged to report criminal damage, intimidation, or antisocial behaviour to the appropriate authorities rather than intervening directly.

Skatepark-related issues and CCTV enquiries can be reported to Norton-on-Derwent Town Council by calling 01653 695348 or emailing clerk@norton-on-derwent-tc.gov.uk.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to return to the UK by the end of the month, as Prince William and Kate Middleton are said to be determined to ‘look forward to the future’

The Prince and Princess of Wales are reportedly resolute that the return of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will have no bearing on their lives, according to sources close to the couple.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced their intention to relocate back to Britain from their Montecito, California home before the end of the month. Their children, Archie and Lilibet, are already reported to be enrolled in schools here in the UK, with the couple set to reside in a non-royal property outside London.

King Charles and his eldest son were told at the same time of Harry and Meghan’s plans to return, with William reportedly “adamant” that there can be “no way back” for the pair to rejoin the Firm, following their departure as senior working royals in 2020.

Since leaving the UK, Harry and Meghan have achieved financial independence from the Royal Family and have undertaken a series of candid interviews about their experiences within the institution, including Harry’s memoir, Spare, in which he made numerous allegations against his relatives.

Close friends of William and Kate have revealed that while they “cannot forgive” the Sussexes for their damaging claims against the Firm, the couple remain determined to “look forward to the future”, reports the Daily Star.

Yet relations between the two couples were markedly warmer when Meghan first arrived in the UK to be with Harry. Upon being introduced to his brother and sister-in-law, Kate is reported to have described Meghan as “friendly”.

However, in his book William and Catherine: The Intimate Inside Story, the Mirror’s royal editor Russell Myers reveals that Kate had three rather different words of her own to describe her future sister-in-law.

According to the book, when Kate first met Meghan, she found her somewhat overly familiar, with a “touch of California”.

Furthermore, the Princess of Wales is said to have been less resolute than her husband in attempting to prevent Prince Harry from stepping back from his royal duties, reportedly viewing his departure as “inevitable”.

Kate is also believed to have felt that Harry would always desire more than a “bit part” role within the royal family, and that she “could do no more to bring the brothers together”.

Previously, the Princess of Wales had been widely regarded as a moderating influence as the relationship between Harry and William continued to deteriorate.

The incident happened at around 11pm on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, on New Lane, Sherburn-in-Elmet, where a summer house was entered and a yellow Husqvarna FC 350cc off-road dirt bike was taken.

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Officers from North Yorkshire Police are asking for help to locate the stolen motorcycle and are urging residents and motorists in the area to check any CCTV, doorbell, or dashcam footage that could assist the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to email lucy.godfrey@northyorkshire.police.uk.

Alternatively, people can call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for PC 67 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their website.

When providing information, please quote reference 12260161563.

Two female Bali scooter drivers have been caught on camera performing a lewd act with a lone tourist outside a private home in the Indonesian holiday hotspot.

The X-rated encounter, captured on a home security system, happened at 2.33am on Thursday, August 20, outside a home in Canggu, North Kuta. 

CCTV footage shows the group hiding in a doorway, where it appears they began to negotiate a price.

The man, dressed casually in boardshorts and thongs, can be seen opening his wallet before waving notes in the air.

After some brief haggling, it appears a deal was agreed to and the women, both still wearing their crash helmets, checked their surroundings before the man pulled down his pants.

Both women can be seen looking directly at the camera on several occasions, with one encouraging the other to be quiet as she pointed towards it.

One woman then performed a sex act on the man as he continued to stand in the doorway in full view of the camera, while the second woman watched on.

A short time later, both women walked away, leaving the man standing alone with his pants down and still clutching his cash.

The footage shows the group hiding in a doorway, where it appears they began to negotiate a price

Badung Police have confirmed they are investigating the incident after the footage circulated on social media.

According to police, the homeowner was playing an online game in a room near the entrance when she heard whispering sounds outside and checked security cameras.

Badung Police spokesperson Ni Nyoman Ayu Inastuti said preliminary checks had confirmed the incident took place outside the entrance to a local resident’s home.

‘There are three people, one man allegedly a foreigner and two other women allegedly Indonesian,’ police said.

‘After she saw the CCTV monitor, she immediately ran out of her room trying to check what happened. However, all three immediately ran away from the house.’

Police said the homeowner later posted the footage to Instagram in an effort to deter the behaviour after several similar incidents in the area.

The identity of all three people is now the subject of a police investigation, with speculation the women may be Gojek or Grab scooter drivers, similar to Uber.

While both rideshares are popular in Bali, neither woman is dressed in company uniform, but locals suggest they may have removed them to operate in the suburb.

The homeowner later posted the footage to Instagram in an effort to deter similar behaviour after several similar incidents in the area.

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Badung Police have confirmed they are investigating the incident after the footage was circulated on social media

‘Gojek and Grab are banned from picking up outside Finns Beach Club and other busy tourist areas close by,’ said one. 

‘So lots of the scooters that operate in the area are not in uniform.’ 

If the tourist is identified and charged, he could face up to 18 months in prison for committing an obscene act in public.

If police establish that sex was offered or arranged in exchange for money, separate laws concerning the facilitation of prostitution may also apply.

Under Indonesia’s new Criminal Code, a person who connects or facilitates another person to commit an obscene act can face up to two years in prison.

The explicit footage emerged after Bali police last week began a manhunt for an Australian tourist caught on camera having sex in the street with a mystery woman.

The couple engaged in the lurid act at a property in Tibubeneng village, in North Kuta, around 6.30pm on Saturday.

A homeowner stumbled across the pair when she walked into her yard on her way to prayer.

She shouted at them to stop but the man and woman continued before the homeowner ran back into her house. 

The couple engaged in the lurid act at a property in Tibubeneng village, in North Kuta, around 6.30pm on Saturday 

North Kuta Police chief Ketut Sukadana said police had identified the Australian man in the footage but the search for him was still ongoing 

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CCTV captured the full 15 minutes of the public act of intimacy. The couple were later seen casually walking away afterwards.

North Kuta Police chief Ketut Sukadana said police had identified the Australian man in the footage but the search for him was still ongoing.

‘He is still being sought with ongoing coordination with immigration authorities,’ he said.

In Bali, sexual intercourse in public is believed to bring bad energy to a house.

The homeowner was forced to perform a Hindu ceremony to expel the bad energy.

‘The indecent acts have the potential to cause public concern,’ Sukadana said.

‘It may negatively affect the image of security and tourism in the North Kuta area if the matter is not addressed and handled seriously by taking firm action against the perpetrators, whether under local customary law or national law.’

“I spoke with Alejandro Balde today and said to him that I think you’re not here 100 per cent, so it’s best that you stay at home and clear your mind,” Flick said after the 5-0 thrashing of Elche, for which Marc Casado and Hector Font were also not involved. “We will talk again tomorrow.”

A major fire tore through a Gatwick Airport holiday parking site in West Sussex, destroying several cars and cutting power to more than 2,000 homes

A massive blaze has torn through a well-known parking facility used by holidaymakers departing from Gatwick Airport, leaving multiple vehicles destroyed in its wake. Emergency crews rushed to tackle the substantial and challenging fire at Caldyne Business Park in Rowfant, West Sussex, shortly before 9pm on Saturday 22 August.

West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service confirmed the blaze engulfed a workshop, various vehicles (including electric and heavy goods vehicles), and cylinders. Several cars caught in the flames belonged to holiday parking services, and those impacted have been told to get in touch with their operator directly.

Sussex Police confirmed a 67-year-old man was detained on suspicion of arson. He has been released on bail while further investigations continue.

UK Power Networks had to disconnect electricity to over 2,000 properties while firefighters dealt with the incident, impacting numerous businesses and households, and surrounding roads were shut as a safety measure.

Vulnerable residents received support from West Sussex County Council’s Resilience and Emergencies Team, and power has now been reinstated. No casualties were reported, reports the Express.

Firefighting teams are still on site today extinguishing remaining hotspots, with crews expecting to depart later today. A combined fire investigation involving West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service and Sussex Police has been initiated.

A spokesperson for West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service said: “On Saturday (22 August) at 8.56pm we were alerted to fire at Wallage Lane in Rowfant.

“Crews have been at the scene since the initial 999 call, responding to a significant and complex fire involving a workshop, vehicles (including electric and heavy goods vehicles), and cylinders.

“A number of vehicles involved in this fire were parked at a site used for holiday parking. Any affected consumers are advised to contact their operator directly.

“On Saturday night local residents and nearby businesses experienced a temporary loss of electricity as an overhead power line needed to be isolated. Vulnerable customers were supported by West Sussex County Council’s Resilience and Emergencies Team, and the electricity supply has since been restored.

“Fire crews have been at the scene this morning (24 August) damping down hotspots, and we are hoping to leave the scene later on today.

“Fortunately there were no casualties as a result of this fire.

“A joint fire investigation is now ongoing with Sussex Police. Anyone with any information about the incident is asked to report it online or call 101, quoting serial 1504 of 22/08.”

Meanwhile, officers are urging members of the public to stay away from the area.

A Sussex Police spokesperson said: “Rowfant fire Police and fire service colleagues responded to a large fire in Caldyne Business Park, Rowfant, just after 9pm on Saturday 22 August. Power was shut off to the immediate area, affecting a number of businesses and homes, and nearby roads were closed as a precaution.

“A number of cars were damaged at a site used for holiday parking. Any affected consumers are advised to contact their operator directly.

“Emergency services remain on scene at this time and the public are advised to avoid the area. A 67-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson.

“He has since been bailed, pending further enquiries. Anyone with any information about the incident is asked to report it online or call 101, quoting serial 1504 of 22/08.”

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You wouldn’t think wearing something akin to a nightgown would be popular for transitional dressing.

But as the weather (hopefully…) starts to cool down, there’s one style we’re seeing over and over again, from celebs on pap walks to high street stores.

You guessed it: slip dresses, skirts, and chemises.

Once exclusively reserved for a sexy bedroom moment, these dresses have really taken off during the heatwave (because, duh, minimal coverage).

And it doesn’t look like they’re going anywhere for autumn. Whether you pair yours with a Mary Jane or a jelly shoe and call it a day, or layer it over jeans with a loafer and a cardigan, is entirely up to you.

We’ve done the heavy lifting of finding the best slip dresses and skirts to shop now, from as little as £40.

EXCLUSIVE: Following Donald and Melania Trump’s appearance at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, a professional lip reader has exclusively shared his verdict on a conversation between the pair

US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump’s apparently tense exchange has been uncovered by a lip reader. The world’s most powerful couple were in attendance at the Freedom 250 IndyCar Grand Prix in Washington DC yesterday (August 23). And cameras appeared to pick up on a passionate conversation between the pair.

In a 26-second clip shared on the platform X, Melania is seen seemingly saying something into her spouse’s ear as he appears to listen intently. The 56-year-old could then be seen moving her hair away as she eagerly waited for a response. Once she received one, the wife of Trump went on to say more to her spouse before holding up two fingers.

Professional lip reader Jeremy Freeman exclusively told the Mirror that, although their exchange cannot be fully seen, he believed she said as part of their chat: “It happened two times.”

Furthermore, he suggested Melania said, “Are you?” to the President in what Jeremy perceived was said in a “snappy” manner. She also supposedly cryptically said: “That’s the problem, people react”. At the end, Trump added: “I know.”

As they concluded their apparent tense exchange, Jeremy believes she told Trump: “I can’t take anymore.” Users of the platform have also commented on the clip, with one writing: “To me it looks like they are having a serious discussion about something,” while another commented: “I don’t think I’ve ever seen them interact this much in public.”

At the event, the pair were reportedly joined by family members and White House staffers, including Trump’s executive assistant Natalie Harp.

In another short clip from the race, Trump’s aide is seen going over to speak to the President briefly after Melania leaves.

Personal correspondence from the aide to the president, obtained and published by the Daily Beast, has recently circulated widely online.

The letters appear to reveal her emotional connection to Trump, including one in which she refers to him as her “guardian and protector.”

In the text, reportedly written in 2023, she expressed: “I never want to bring you anything but joy. I’m sorry I lost my focus. You are all that matters to me. I don’t want to ever let you down. Thank you for being my Guardian and Protector in this Life.”

The wife of Trump has spent considerable time away from Washington since her husband’s return to office, including time in New York City to be close to her son, Barron. However, reports about her exact living arrangements have varied.

Speaking at an event last week, she made a joke about her extended absences from public life.

“I heard you missed me. Here I am,” she said with a laugh. “Here I am! Welcome to the White House.” Meanwhile, the first lady is reportedly preparing to launch a new series offering fans a deeper look into her life.

This comes following the release of her Amazon MGM documentary, Melania, which followed the weeks leading up to Trump’s second inauguration.