The music legend was due to perform in Manchester this summer
Neil Young has announced the cancellation of his European tour this year which included a gig at Heaton Park this summer.
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Glastonbury headliners Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts were due to perform at the Eden Project on June 17 as part of their 2026 UK and European leg of the Love Earth World Tour. They were also due at a sold-out gig at Heaton Park on June 19.
However, the music legend announced today (February 6) that the tour will no longer be going ahead, axing the Eden Sessions show where they were going to be supported by Elvis Costello.
Neil Young shared the following statement earlier: “Folks, I have decided to take a break and will not be touring Europe this time.
“Thanks to everyone who bought tickets. I’m sorry to let you down, but this is not the time. I do love playing LIVE and being with you and the Chrome Hearts.”
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Sharing the news on Facebook, Eden Sessions said: “We’re sorry to share that Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts will no longer be touring Europe this year. This means that regrettably the Eden Sessions show on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, is cancelled.”
It said ticket purchasers will be contacted directly and will be fully refunded against the original payment card used.
Those who purchased tickets directly through the Eden Sessions should allow ten working days for funds to be received, there is no need to contact them.
Those who purchased through the Neil Young Archive will be contacted directly by AXS regarding their refunds.
The latest rugby news from Wales and around the world
These are your evening rugby headlines on Wednesday, April 1.
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Bristol ‘would have loved to keep’ Wales target
Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam says he would have “loved to keep” departing centre Joe Jenkins, but the club couldn’t match the offer made by Leicester Tigers.
The 22-year-old is seen as a huge talent and is a player the Welsh Rugby Union have been monitoring for year. A former England U20s centre, he is eligible to represent Wales through his father, who is from Llanharan.
Addressing Jenkins’ exit, Lam admitted that the player was keen to stay at Bristol and they wanted to keep him there, but ultimately couldn’t match what their PREM Rugby rivals were offering.
“Joe has been a consistently positive influence around the club, and we’ve been delighted with the way his game has developed over the past four years,” said the Bears boss. “While he’s had to contend with some unfortunate long-term injuries that have disrupted his momentum, his attitude and professionalism have never wavered.
“Joe was keen to stay, and we would have loved to keep him. However, at this stage of his career, regular game time is crucial for his continued development.
“With strong competition in our midfield – including Benhard Janse van Rensburg, James Williams, Matias Moroni and Jack Bates – as well as exciting Academy talent like England U20 Victor Worsnip and England U18 Will Moore emerging, we weren’t able to match Leicester’s counteroffer,” Lam added.
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“We’re incredibly proud of what Joe has achieved here, and everyone at the club wishes him every success as he takes the next step in his journey with Leicester Tigers.”
As his departure was confirmed, Jenkins added: “This has honestly been one of the hardest decisions I’ve had to make. I’ve loved every minute of my time here in a really special environment. The coaching has been outstanding and has pushed me to grow so much, both on and off the field.
“The culture at the club is something I’ll always value and getting to train and play alongside such a great group of lads, as well as learning from world-class players and coaches, has been incredible. I’m hugely grateful for all the support I’ve had, and I’ll leave with nothing but great memories.
“A huge thank you to the supporters – playing at Ashton Gate in front of you all has been a massive honour and I’m grateful for the support you’ve given me.”
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English side confirm tragedy
Rugby CHAMP side Bedford Blues have announced that a supporter has tragically died after being taken ill at a match over the weekend.
Jonno Garland, a long-time supporter and season ticket holder with the club, fell ill during Bedford’s clash away to Cambridge on Saturday, with the half-time break extended as paramedics attended to a “supporter taken ill in the first half”.
Now, the club has confirmed that Mr Garland has passed away, with tributes set to be paid to him ahead of their next match against Cornish Pirates on Saturday afternoon.
“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of long time supporter and season ticket holder, Jonno Garland following last weekend’s game,” a club statement read.
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“Our thoughts are with Jonno’s wife, Sarah, his family and friends. We will observe a minute’s applause on Saturday in Jonno’s memory.”
Cambridge Rugby also paid tribute, with a club statement reading: “We are deeply saddened to have received confirmation that Jonno Garland passed away following last weekend’s match against Bedford Blues.
“On behalf of everyone at the club, we extend our heartfelt thoughts and condolences to Jonno’s family and friends at this difficult time.”
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter will be boosted by the return of Wales star Dafydd Jenkins and England internationals Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Henry Slade when his side face Munster in the Challenge Cup this weekend.
Jenkins had to undergo a mandatory week’s rest after taking part in Wales’ Six Nations campaign, while Slade missed last week’s win over Newcastle Red Bulls due to his wife Megan giving birth.
Feyi-Waboso, meanwhile, hasn’t played since January having injured his hamstring while training with England ahead of the Six Nations, a setback which ruled him out of the whole tournament.
“Daf’s back from his rest week after the Six Nations, Henry Slade’s back in full training and available this week following the birth of his daughter, and Manny is in full training and available now,” said Baxter as he issued an update on his squad’s availability.
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“So that’s a nice addition to our back-three stocks. [Feyi-Waboso] was pretty much in full training last week. He’s in full training this week, so that makes him available to play.
“He’s a pretty switched-on young man. Things happen in rugby. You get on with it and use your down periods to improve yourself and work on the little bits you can, and try to make yourself more robust.”
The Exeter boss added: “We haven’t had a great deal of luck this season, but if we could have our little bit of luck now on injuries and get through the next few weeks with this squad intact, we could end up running into the last third of the season with our kind of strongest group players.
“And that obviously allows us to try and really put our foot down and push for what we might achieve this season because obviously the more good players, you have available, the more opportunities you have, the more options you have.”
The ITV star is taking a break to spend more time with his family
16:15, 01 Apr 2026Updated 16:15, 01 Apr 2026
Martin Lewis has become well known as the UK’s most trusted voice when it comes to personal finance.
Millions seek his advice on everything from energy bills to mortgage rates and he always offers his help on his regular segments on ITV’s Good Morning Britain, This Morning and his self-titled TV show.
As well as his MoneySavingExpert website and social media platforms. He has now announced that he is taking a lengthy break from his TV work as he plans to spend some time with family.
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The money saving expert, 53, has decided to sign off from social media for a while but assured fans that he will be back soon.
Sharing the news with his followers, The financial expert took to X, formally known as Twitter and said: “And that’s me done. As I’ve no TV show for a few weeks.
“I’m going to take advantage and put my MoneySavingExpert hat to one side for a little bit and spend some time wearing my far brighter ‘Dad’ hat instead.”
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He continued: “So I’ll be off social and work for 10 days or so. I’d be grateful if, while I’m off here, you report any scam ads using my name or image to the platform (they often increase when I’m not posting).”
Wrapping up the post, he added: “Wishing all everyone a Happy Easter or Pesach Sameach – and for everyone else, I hope you have a great time too. See you in a week or two. Martin.”
The comment section was flooded with sweet messages from fans as one wrote: “Enjoy your family time Martin.” Another said: “Enjoy your Easter break, thank you for all your help.”
A third commented: “Enjoy your family time you deserve it.” Another said: “Enjoy your well deserved family time Martin & as always, THANK YOU for all of your advice.”
One wrote: “Peace and warmth to you and all Martin, enjoy your break.” Meanwhile one added: “Happy Easter Martin. I hope you enjoy your extended holiday with your family.”
Away from his public work, Martin is married to former weather presenter and technology journalist Lara Lewington.
Lara co-presented the BBC’s technology programme Click for over two decades before it was cancelled.
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Following the show’s last episode this year, Lara transitioned to ITV’s Lorraine as the UK’s first AI Agony Aunt, offering insights into artificial intelligence and technology.
The couple share a daughter, Sapphire Susan Lewis, born in 2012. Martin often shares updates about his daughter, previously calling her “Mini Money Saving Expert.”
Kushi, a contemporary Indian restaurant in Shotley Bridge, County Durham, opened on March 30 and is already off to a strong start.
Housed on Front Street in a fully refurbished former restaurant, the business is owned by Abdul Salam, 44, whose family has deep roots in the North East’s restaurant scene.
The team at Kushi said: “Shotley Bridge, thank you.
“It’s been an incredible first two days here at Kushi and we would like to thank you all for your support!
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Mr Salam’s father worked at Newcastle’s first Indian restaurant, while his uncle ran the first in Morpeth.
See inside the new restaurant here:
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Jakob Cross, 24, from Kushi, previously said: “We have fully refurbished and gutted the place.
“It is a new area for us.
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“We are quite excited and looking forward to meeting everyone.”
Takeaway orders are now available for collection only, with pre-ordering advised to secure a time slot.
The meetings will take place in the assembly hall of Armadale Academy on Tuesday, April 14, and Wednesday, April 15, from 7pm.
Two public meetings have been organised to keep residents informed on the council’s proposals for the former Armadale swimming pool site.
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The meetings will take place in the assembly hall of Armadale Academy on Tuesday, April 14, and Wednesday, April 15, from 7pm.
Armadale residents and other interested members of the public are invited to attend either of those two meetings, to find out more about what is being put forward and to gather the community’s views on these proposals.
The site is a “common good” property, and this means that we have a legal duty to undertake a statutory community consultation to help us understand what the community thinks about that proposal.
At these meetings, council officers will explain what common good is; the status of the property; what the council’s proposal for the building are, and; why those proposals are being put forward.
A council spokesperson said: “The common good consultation is running until May 22, with the outcome of this consultation will be presented to Council Executive in June 2026.
“It aims to hear views on the proposed sale or lease of the North Street site, and the potential demolition of the building in the event of no viable interests being received.
“The pool has been closed since September 2023, after West Lothian Leisure informed the council that they could no longer afford to operate it.
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“There are no plans to re-open the pool, but the site is still available for community use or community asset transfer if any viable requests come forward at this time.”
Last month, a petition opposing the pool’s ‘sale, lease or demolition’ gained thousands of signatures.
Over 150 locals gathered at a meeting on Thursday, March 12, to voice their concerns over the potential loss of the pool.
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Armadale residents argue future generations could be robbed of a well loved community asset.
Prior to the pool closing in September 2023, the council sought expressions of interest both from commercial and community groups who might be interested in operating the site.
Jillian Dunnigan, who started the petition to save the swimming pool has been joined by neighbours en masse to demand the pool be saved.
The petition argues the loss of the pool will have a significant impact on the community. It adds residents have faced travel barriers, increased costs, and reduced access to physical activity since its closure in 2023.
The potential for the permanent closure of the swimming pool is at odds with a council ‘Locality Plan’ which set out to improve ‘health and wellbeing’ outcomes in the former mining town.
The council previously engaged with Armadale Thistle Football Club on community-led proposals for the property, however the club was not able to take those proposals forward.
Since 2023, the pool has not been drained. This was aimed at minimising potential costs if anyone wished in future to re-open the pool.
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The council say while the operating and security costs of maintaining the pool building have been minimised, they have been incurring these costs for over two and a half years and it is not sustainable to meet these indefinitely.
Any net proceeds from the sale or lease of the property would go directly to the Armadale Common Good Fund, with community groups able to make bids into that fund through the Armadale and Blackridge Local Area Committee.
Shaun McCarthy, 54, from Stockton, was working at a furniture supplier in Thornaby when the incident happened in May last year.
The forklift hit him, leaving him with leg fractures and severe skin injuries, leaving doctors having to amputate his right leg above the knee.
Mr McCarthy said: “The day of the incident turned my life upside down.
“I went to work as normal and everything changed in a heartbeat.”
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Shaun McCarthy with his Middlesbrough-themed prosthetic leg. (Image: SHAUN MCCARTHY)
The father of five and grandad of nine was taken to James Cook University Hospital and spent more than four weeks there recovering.
The helicopter landing pad at James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough. (Image: NQ)
He can’t work, uses a wheelchair and has been sleeping in his living room.
Support charity Day One Trauma Support introduced Mr McCarthy to law firm Irwin Mitchell, who secured interim payments to fund specialist rehabilitation and support while his legal claim continues.
Alan Ball, a workplace accident lawyer at Irwin Mitchell, said: “Shaun suffered catastrophic injuries in the collision that will affect him and his family for the rest of their lives.
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“Understandably, the last 10 months and trying to come to terms with the physical and emotional impact of what happened has been incredibly difficult for him.”
He has been going to rehabilitation in Sheffield since October 2025.
He has also been given a custom prosthetic leg and rehab equipment to help him recover and stay independent.
Shaun McCarthy with his Middlesbrough-themed prosthetic leg. (Image: SHAUN MCCARTHY)
He said: “My life has massively changed.
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“I try not to dwell on things, and I want to stay positive for my children and grandchildren, but some days are hard.
“I know I still have a long way to go but I’m determined to regain more of my independence.”
Sue Hodgson, head of hospital services at Day One Trauma Support, said: “Shaun’s story highlights just how suddenly a serious injury can change lives, and the long, often complicated road to recovery that so many people face.”
This month he is sharing his story for Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month to highlight support for others with life-changing injuries.
A night out in the UK isn’t what it used to be. What once felt like a casual evening of drinks, dinner and a taxi home can now quietly spiral into a triple-digit expense, depending on where you are. From soaring pint prices to eye-watering taxi fares, the cost of socialising varies dramatically across the country, and in some cities, it’s the hidden costs that push the bill over the edge.
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At the heart of the experience is Talk of the Town, the hotel’s destination restaurant where Scottish ingredients meet Indian influence under the guidance of a chef with Michelin-starred experience, creating refined, globally inspired plates. The winner and their guest will enjoy a three-course dinner for two here, sampling dishes that showcase seasonal produce and inventive flavour pairings.
The prize includes a two-night stay for two in one of the hotel’s individually designed rooms, with breakfast served each morning to start the day in relaxed style. During their break, the winner will also enjoy a cocktail each in the Library Bar, an intimate space known for its curated drinks list and classic and signature serves.
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Portsmouth North rotary club hosted an evening at the Langstone Quays Resort hotel in late March for a most interesting and informative talk about the M27 junction improvement scheme, for the to-be-created Welborne Garden Village, that came to prominence over Christmas 2025 with the closure of the M27 for a week or so
Keir Starmer had admitted the months ahead will “not be easy” as the impact of the Iran war hits the UK.
Iran continues to effectively block the major shipping lane, the Strait of Hormuz, which carries around a fifth of the world’s oil supply, a month on from the US-Israel strikes.
The move has rocked the global economy and put a strain on fuel as the cost of oil skyrockets.
Amid worries about how the cost of living will increase in the coming months, the prime minister sought to reassure the public that the government is taking action.
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After pointing to pre-announced measures such as the increase to the National Living Wage and the reduction in the energy price cap until July, Starmer told a press conference on Wednesday the times ahead will “not be easy”.
But, he added that “while we’re working at pace for de-escalation and peace, it is now clear that the impact of this war will affect the future of our country.”
“I want to reassure the British people that no matter how fierce this storm, we are well-placed to weather it and that we have a long-term plan to emerge from it a stronger and more secure nation,” the prime minister said.
After US president Donald Trump has repeatedly attacked Britain for not joining the American strikes on Iran, Starmer also repeated his phrase that “this is not our war”.
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He claimed the UK will not be drawn into it because “that is not in our national interest”, adding that the “most effective way” to reduce the cost of living is for deescalation.
However, Starmer did not tell the general public to change their behaviours in response to the war in Iran, unlike other international leaders who are encouraging citizens to reduce their fuel consumption.
He said he is monitoring the situation “carefully”, adding: “We had a COBRA meeting looking at the ongoing impacts here in Britain yesterday – that is being monitoring daily.”
He said he is making decisions that “we think are right” with business leaders from different sectors on how to respond to the Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
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“But I emphasise again, it’s clear to me that the main determinant now of the impact is going to be how long the conflict goes on and the question of how quickly we can get safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz,” Starmer said.
“The two don’t necessarily go together.”
The PM also suggested the government was focusing on its allies in Europe, after Trump threatened to leave Nato and said the Royal Navy was “too old”.
The prime minister said: “As the world continues down this volatile path, our long-term national interest requires closer partnership with our allies in Europe and the European Union.”
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In his Truth Social post, Mr Trump said: “Iran’s New Regime President, much less Radicalized and far more intelligent than his predecessors, has just asked the United States of America for a CEASEFIRE! We will consider when Hormuz Strait is open, free, and clear. Until then, we are blasting Iran into oblivion or, as they say, back to the Stone Ages!!! President DJT”.
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