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Summer is just around the corner and fashion enthusiasts will be eagerly anticipating dusting off their warm-weather wardrobes. Of course, the notoriously unpredictable British climate means a versatile top that can be layered over a vest or camisole is an absolute must-have.

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The Ivory Crochet Tie Front V-Neck Tunic Top costs £38 but those who apply the discount code SUN can pick it up with a 10% saving. This brings the price down to a modest £34.20 and it comes with free express delivery too.

It pairs beautifully with white jeans or linen trousers for an effortlessly polished look, ideal for the office or weekend outings. While on holiday, team the piece with shorts or a floaty skirt for a laid-back coastal aesthetic.

Meanwhile, Marks and Spencer’s Cotton Blend Crochet Look Collared Cardigan is priced at £30. It’s designed with a regular fit, featuring an attractive tie fastening at the v-shaped neckline and a ruffled trim that provides a polished finish.

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Back at Roman, the Ivory Crochet Tie Front V-Neck Tunic Top has achieved an impressive overall star-rating of 4.9 out of five from 35 reviews. One delighted customer commented: “Love it. Perfect to cover up over a vest top on cooler evenings.”

Another remarked: “Bought this crochet top for my holiday and to wear in the summer. Goes great with my white trousers and jeans. I’m a 14 and the size is accurate and fits perfectly. Very pleased with my purchase and for the good service I always get from Roman.

“Goes with anything,” a third noted.

“Fabulous well-made top, feels and looks quality. True to size, appropriate for all ages. I wore a small vest top under mine.”

While the Ivory Crochet Tie Front V-Neck Tunic Top has received largely positive feedback, one customer deducted a star due to the colour differing from expectations.

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It’s also worth noting that the top is constructed from 100% acrylic. Although this material offers warmth without bulk, it can be susceptible to static electricity and pilling, creating irritating bobbles that compromise the garment’s appearance over time.

Despite this, another customer was delighted with their recent Roman acquisition, commenting: “Got lots of compliments wearing this. Not as see through as you would imagine. Washes well though I did wash this in a delicates bag so it didn’t get caught on zips or buttons.”

A separate five-star review states: “I absolutely love this top, it’s well made, comfortable and very pretty when on, I put it with silk wide leg pants for an evening, had loads of lovely compliments.”

Greater Manchester Police was called to reports of a concern for welfare on the M61 on May 8 just before 12pm, which further led to a collision with a vehicle between junction two at Linnyshaw and junction four at Over Hulton.

The force confirmed on Friday that a man had died and stated there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.

The motorway was closed in both directions throughout the day after the incident.

Traffic on M61 (Image: NQ)

In a fresh appeal for witnesses, GMP has now revealed the man was aged 60 and that its serious collision investigation unit is keen to speak to anyone with CCTV footage, dashcam or mobile phone footage from the area around the time.

The force said: “We were called to reports of a concern for welfare just before 12pm, which further led to a collision with a vehicle between junction two and four.

“One man, aged 60, sadly died at the scene. Our thoughts remain with his family and loved ones, who continue to be supported at this difficult time.

“No arrests have been made and there are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding this incident.”

The serious collision investigation unit is appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the police on 0161 856 4741, quoting log 1270 of 08/05/2026.

Information can also be shared using our ‘report tool’ or LiveChat function on the Greater Manchester Police website gmp.police.uk

Alternatively, witnesses can contact the independent charity – Crimestoppers – anonymously on 0800 555 111.

A man and a woman were arrested on Saturday evening in the Killynure Green area

A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of assault following an altercation in the Killynure Green area of Carryduff.

Police were called to the street just before 8pm on Saturday, May 9, following reports of an altercation in the area. A 52-year-old man was later arrested on suspicion of assault while a 45-year-old woman was arrested for multiple offences including assault and driving with excess alcohol in breath.

The man has been released on bail while the woman remains in custody.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police received a report of an altercation at Killynure Green, Carryduff, shortly before 8pm, on Saturday 9th May. “Officers attended and arrested a 52-year-old man on suspicion of assault and a 45 year old woman on suspicion of a number of offences including assault, dangerous driving and driving with excess alcohol in breath. The man has been released on police bail and the woman remains in custody at this time. “Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with dash-cam or CCTV footage from the area which could help with the investigation, is asked to call officers in Lisburn on the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 1458 09/05/26. A report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.”

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Three people have been arrested after a suspected hit-and-run crash which left two teenagers dead.

Jaydon Bowyer, 19, and Ta-Shay Canoville, 16, were killed after they were knocked from a motorbike they were both riding at around 1.40am on Thursday.

Police believe they were hit by a BMW, whose occupants fled the scene, leaving Jaydon and Ta-Shay for dead.

Heartfelt tributes to the pair, from Newport, Gwent, described them as the ‘best of mates’.

As the South Wales community reels from the tragedy, it emerged that three people have been arrested over the crash.

Gwent Police said a man, 18, and a woman, 40, have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Separately, a woman, 24, has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

As the investigation continues, police cordoned off Aberthaw Road, with forensic officers seen collecting evidence.

Gwent Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward immediately.

In the meantime, tributes continue to flood in from the local community and the wider UK.

This included a tribute from Jaydon’s mother Sophie Pederson.

She said she was ‘struggling to process the loss of you, my first-born, my whole world, my absolute everything’.

‘My boy, my darling darling boy. Why just why? How do I live without you here by my side?

‘You were the best boy ever. Everyone adored you. Love you millions always and forever, your broken-hearted mum.’

Jaydon’s hairdresser girlfriend Rachael Stephenson said she ‘never imagined I would see this day having to live in a world without you in it’.

She added: ‘It still doesn’t feel real, you were more to me than just a boyfriend.

‘You were my happiness and the person who made my darkest days feel light again. The pain of losing you so suddenly is something words could never fully explain.

‘We were meant to be till death do us part, with a happy family together like we talked about for hours.

‘We were meant to make so many more memories together, you were taken from us before your time came.

‘I wish I could have one more hug and to hear you laugh and see your smile one more time and to have one more moment with you.

‘You had the purest heart. I’ll love you forever, my gorgeous boy. Rest in peace, my beautiful angel, until we meet again.’

Both of the teens’ families are being supported by specially trained officers, Gwent Police said.

A GoFundMe page has been created to help the boys’ families cover funeral costs.

It has already raised more than £12,000 towards its target of £16,000 and can be found here.

A police spokesperson said: ‘Officers investigating the circumstances leading up to the collision would like to speak to anyone who was travelling along or residents who reside in Aberthaw Road and the surrounding areas to check their CCTV between the hours of midnight – 1.40am on Thursday 7 May.

‘An 18-year-old man and a 40-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of murder, while a 24-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. All three remain in police custody.

‘Anyone with information – including CCTV and dashcam footage – is asked to contact us quoting log reference 2600141467.’

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The Farnworth and Kearsley Neighbourhood Team carried out a proactive operation in and around Highfield on Saturday (May 9), focusing on the use of illegal e-bikes.

During the operation, officers seized two bikes and conducted multiple stop-searches and vehicle stops.

A stolen moped was recovered on Anchor Lane, having been taken from Bolton in April.

The stolen moped (Image: GMP)

An illegal e-bike was also seized in Highfield after being found with throttle control and capable of reaching 22mph without pedal assistance.

A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: “We will continue our proactive work around Farnworth and Kearsley, and we are dedicated to taking all illegal e-bikes, off-road bikes, and illegal Sur-Ron’s off our streets.

“Please continue to report the use of these bikes in your area to help us build an accurate intelligence picture.”

North Yorkshire Police has launched an appeal after reports of a person stealing a bottle of gin from St Lawrence Church in Lawrence Street at 1.19pm on Thursday (March 5).

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Police have launched a CCTV appeal to find a man officers would like to speak to in relation to the theft (Image: North Yorkshire Police)

The incident is reported to have occurred at St Lawrence Church in York (Image: North Yorkshire Police)

A force spokesperson said: “We are appealing for any help that would lead to the identification of the male shown in the three still image taken from CCTV at the location.

“If you can help, please email david.fulford@northyorkshire.police.uk, or contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Constable 1222 David Fulford.

“Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number: 12260040295.”

The stars of Strictly Come Dancing were out in force to celebrate this year’s TV Baftas – despite not being nominated.

In a shocking turn of events, the glitzy BBC dance show was not recognised in any categories this time around.

This comes after Karen Carney and Carlos Gu’s triumph in the 2025 series, which also marked Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman’s final one as hosts, with an announcement of their replacements thought to be imminent.

Instead, The Graham Norton Show, Last One Laughing, Would I Lie To You?, and Michael McIntyre’s Big Show were nominated for the entertainment TV Bafta, shutting Strictly out entirely.

Still, its professionals and former contestants donned their finest attire to walk the red carpet this weekend, without the added pressure of potentially having to make a speech.

Dianne Buswell was solo on the carpet, having welcomed her first child, Bowie, with real-life partner Joe Sugg just weeks ago.

The flame-haired pro – who has been confirmed to return to the line-up in 2026 – looked gorgeous in a strapless black gown, with her vibrant locks styled in an up do.

She was joined by Katya Jones in a dramatic, deep red gown. The Russian choreographer was reportedly saved by Strictly bosses from the mass cull of professionals, which left Nadiya Bychkova, Karen Hauer, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuck, and Michelle Tsiakkas ‘devastated’ when their contracts were not renewed.

Meanwhile, contestant Lewis Cope, who wowed everyone with his skills last season, walked the carpet with his girlfriend.

Noticeably absent was ex-host Tess, who has made her fair share of headlines this weekend after announcing she and Vernon Kay are divorcing after nearly 23 years of marriage.

Claudia, on the other hand, jetted back from the Scottish Highlands, where she’s been filming for season 2 of The Celebrity Traitors, which stars Miranda Hart, Maya Jama, James Blunt, Richard E Grant, and more.

Back in Bafta land, Bake Off queen Dame Mary Berry looked delightful in a pastel pink ensemble with matching ballet pumps and a pear necklace.

The 91-year-old has been honoured with this year’s Bafta fellowship, the highest accolade that can be bestowed on a person to recognise their exceptional contributions.

Speaking to Roman Kemp on the red carpet, Dame Mary said sweetly: ‘You hear about actors and directors getting it, so as a cook, I feel very honoured. I’m immensely honoured to join those wonderful people who already won it; it’s amazing.’

Other major names stepping out for one of the most prestigious nights in British television included the cast of Adolescence, which looks set to wrap up its headline-making year in glittering style, having been nominated in 11 categories, including for best limited drama.

The Netflix series propelled schoolboy Owen Cooper to unprecedented overnight stardom in 2025, thanks to his portrayal of 13-year-old Jamie Miller, who is arrested for the murder of a female classmate.

Diving into incel culture and sparking important conversations about online safety and manosphere culture – even in parliament – the four-parter completely rocked the TV landscape, both with moving performances from Cooper and co-stars Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters, and Erin Doherty, and by shooting each ep in one continuous take.

This afternoon, Owen posed proudly at the Baftas in a super cool jacket, with co-creator Stephen and his wife, Hannah, having pretty much taken him under their wing in the last 12 months.

Tonight was also a big one for baby bumps, as plenty made an appearance.

Vogue Williams debuted hers, having confirmed she and Spencer Matthews are expecting their fourth child.

It’s been a tough year for the spouses, with Spencer telling Metro ahead of the London Marathon that they’d experienced ‘complications’, including a miscarriage.

Stronger than ever, they posed arm-in-arm at tonight’s bash, Spencer looking dapper in a black tux and Vogue wearing a contrasting white lace number, oozing elegance.

Scarlett Moffatt is also pregnant, expecting her second baby with Scott Dobinson, to whom she got engaged in 2023.

The ex-Gogglebox star cradled her growing belly proudly, surely hoping for a calmer night at the Baftas than she had at the I’m A Celebrity South Africa final.

Rounding off the pregnancies we had TV presenter Laura Whitmore, who arrived with Love Island commentator husband Iain Stirling.

Other celebrities in attendance this year included Danny and Dani Dyer, Rick Astley, Alan Carr, Amanda Holden, Louis Theroux, and Aimee Lou Wood.

From across the pond came Severance star Adam Scott, while Steven Knight took a night off from working on the next James Bond movie to celebrate his nominated show A Thousand Blows.

Speaking ahead of the ceremony, Bafta chief executive Jane Millichip praised a ‘particularly strong year’ for television, expressing how ‘excited’ she was to hand out trophies to the winners.

‘This is the last awards of the season for Bafta, and it pretty much closes the awards season itself, so it always feels really celebratory,’ she said following the Film Awards.

She lauded recent television shows for their ‘really stand-out water cooler moments, adding: ‘Whether it’s comedy, entertainment, or drama: Adolescence, Celebrity Traitors, Amandaland, Last One Laughing.

‘They are all really powerful shows in their own right, and I think it’s an amazing platform for British talent.

‘(The awards are) not only recognising great work and excellence but also shine a light on that talent. Hopefully, it will inspire the talents of the future.’

Taskmaster comedian Greg Davies hosts this year’s broadcast, succeeding Alan Cumming.

Watch the TV Baftas 2026 on the BBC from 7pm.

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Large groups of young people gathered in the Connswater area on Saturday evening

Young people smashed the window of a fast food restaurant during disorder in East Belfast on Saturday night.

Police were in attendance at the planned East Belfast Protestant Boys parade in the Newtownards Road area on Saturday evening, May 9.

The parade passed off peacefully, but police received a number of reports of anti-social behaviour and altercations in the surrounding area.

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Two fast food restaurants in the Connswater area closed due to large groups of young people gathering, with a window in one restaurant being smashed.

Police said their enquiries are ongoing and they will continue to engage with local representatives to help prevent further instances of anti-social behaviour.

PSNI Chief Inspector Robinson said: “A number of reports were received around the parade, which largely passed off peacefully, of anti-social behaviour and altercations.

“Two fast food restaurants in the Connswater area had to close after large groups of young people gathered in the area, engaged in disorderly behaviour and smashed one of the windows.

“Officers attended and dispersed the crowds, and remained in the area for a time to ensure calm.”

Chief Inspector Robinson continued: “Enquiries are ongoing into individual reports of criminal damage and assault, while additional evidence was gathered at the scene which will now be reviewed by our Public Order Evidence Team.

“There will be consequences, by way of proactive arrests, for those identified as being involved in offences.

“We will continue to engage with local representatives and the wider community in order to help prevent further instances of this behaviour.

“We would particularly ask parents and guardians to speak to their children so they know where they are, and to play their part in ensuring that they do not become involved in such reckless behaviour that could lead to someone getting hurt.”

Anyone who has information, or who can help identify those responsible, is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 1119 10/05/26.

A report can be made online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

The disorder follows ongoing incidents of young people travelling to the area in recent weeks for arranged fights and anti-social behaviour. Many of these incidents have been centred around the derelict Connswater Shopping Centre.

Speaking to Belfast Live, local DUP councillor Ruth Brooks said: “The trouble involving a small minority at CS Lewis Square should not take away from what was otherwise a successful and well-supported East Belfast Protestant Boys parade.

“There have been ongoing issues with detached youth who travel to East Belfast for the purposes of stirring up trouble and disorder. This is becoming an increasing challenge and has caused issues for residents, youth workers, local communities and, tonight, for parade organisers and those attending responsibly.

“The overwhelming majority of those attending tonight’s parade came to enjoy the occasion responsibly and support a long-standing cultural event within the community.”

Last month, four young people were detained by police at the former Connswater Shopping Centre for anti-social behaviour and criminal damage after entering the derelict site.

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Paratroopers responded to a suspected hantavirus case at a golf course covered in rocks on an island in St Helena.

Army personnel descended on Tristan da Cunha, where a British national thought to have caught the disease had disembarked the MV Hondius cruise ship.

A team including six paratroopers, an RAF consultant and an army nurse parachuted onto the island, which has a population of 221 and is normally accessible only by boat.

They made the vital trip thanks to an RAF A400M transport aircraft which flew a 7,000-mile journey from RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire to Ascension Island before heading onto Tristan da Cunha.

It was supported by an RAF voyager for the 56-hour haul.

Brigadier Ed Cartwright, the commander of the 16 Air Assault Brigade, said: ‘I think the soldiers will have had a great time, but it’s pretty risky.

‘Parachuting has some inherent dangers. The winds were reasonably high.

‘The parachuters – I’ve spoken to them – they described it to me as a ‘pretty tasty jump’.’

The parachutists had to make a ‘difficult descent down through the cloud and then on to the drop zone, which was a golf course covered in rocks’, he explained.

He added that further medical support had been sent over to ensure the team could return safely.

The Ministry of Defence confirmed this was the first time humanitarian support had been delivered by parachute.

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said: ‘We will continue to work closely with international authorities and the Tristan da Cunha administration, keeping those affected informed and ensuring the right support is in place in the UK and across the Overseas Territories.’

It comes as the UKHSA said the 22 British passengers on the MV Hondius would be repatriated to the UK and be held at an isolation facility at Arrowe Park Hospital on the Wirral, Merseyside.

They are expected to be kept at the former Covid quarantine centre for up to 72 hours.

None of the passengers who disembarked the vessel in Tenerife showed symptoms of the virus, Spanish authorities said.

Two confirmed British cases are currently in hospitals in South Africa and the Netherlands.

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Grassington in North Yorkshire has spent more than five years as Darrowby, the fictional market town at the centre of Channel 5’s popular drama All Creatures Great and Small.

The real-life location has become one of the most recognisable backdrops on British television, thanks to its stone buildings, cobbled streets and historic market square.

Filming for All Creatures Great and Small (Image: CHANNEL 5)

The Channel 5 series, based on the memoirs of Yorkshire vet James Herriot, returned to screens in 2020 as a reboot of the classic 1970s and 1980s programme.

Since then, it has run for six seasons and become Channel 5’s most successful drama to date.

Greg Barnett, Channel 5’s commissioning editor, said: “All Creatures Great and Small is a jewel in 5’s drama crown and continues to delight viewers year after year.

“Its warmth, humour and heart, set against the beauty of Yorkshire, have made it a firm audience favourite.’

Production on series seven began earlier this year, with filming getting underway in Grassington from March 25, while film crews have also been spotted in Pateley Bridge and Ripley, both near Harrogate.

Earlier this month, the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority shared news of filming in a social media post, noting how the village was once again transformed into Darrowby under rare sunny skies.

The show brings the 1930s and 1940s back to life in Grassington, giving shopfronts and businesses a period makeover with vintage props, signage and set dressing.

The Devonshire Arms pub is rebranded as The Drovers Arms, a central gathering spot in the fictional town of Darrowby.

Grassington (Image: NORTHERN ECHO)

The Stripey Badger bookshop becomes Endelby’s Grocers, and a home in the village is used as Skeldale House, the surgery and residence of Herriot and his colleagues.

Staff at the Devonshire Arms said: “In July 2019, we were approached by a location scout named Alex asking if we would be interested in the pub’s frontage being used for a new TV show later in the year.

“We thought that seemed like fun, so we said yes.

“Little did we know that this would be the beginning of a huge adventure.

“The Devonshire has been used in All Creatures Great and Small on Channel 5 since the show premiered in 2020.

“Being able to watch the whole process, how the buildings are dressed, what is ‘real’ and what is a prop was fascinating.

“We have photos from every stage, from different seasons.”

All Creatures Great and Small has introduced the Yorkshire Dales to viewers around the world.

It has drawn tourists to Grassington, keen to explore the real-life Darrowby for themselves.

Visitors regularly arrive with location maps in hand, keen to see the pub, grocer and Skeldale House as seen on TV.

The cast of All Creatures Great and Small (Image: CHANNEL 5)

The series has boosted trade for local businesses, with increased demand for overnight stays, cafes and shops.

While filming does bring some disruption, including temporary road closures and alterations to shopfronts, residents have largely embraced Grassington’s onscreen identity and the pride it brings.

Channel 5 has confirmed that series seven of All Creatures Great and Small, its most successful drama series to date, has begun filming this spring in the Yorkshire Dales.

Based on the memoirs of Yorkshire vet James Herriot, the series has charmed audiences since its 2020 debut, airing six annual seasons to date.

Filming began on March 25 in Grassington, North Yorkshire, which doubles as the fictional town of Darrowby with its period shop fronts and cobbled streets.

Channel 5 and Masterpiece have renewed the series for both a seventh and eighth season, underlining the show’s continued popularity.

Production crews also filmed scenes in Bradford city centre in March, transforming part of the city into 1940s London with vintage vehicles and period detail.