LONDON (AP) — King Charles III on Wednesday will deliver the government’s legislative program for the coming year to lawmakers with all the pomp and historic trappings that accompany the ceremonial opening of Britain’s Parliament.

The question is whether Prime Minister Keir Starmer will be around to implement it and, even if he survives the latest government crisis, whether he will have the authority to push his proposals through Parliament.

The King’s speech will be Starmer’s second attempt to save his premiership after his Labour Party suffered huge losses in local and regional elections last week. That weakened his already tenuous grip on power and fueled calls for him to step down from members of his own party who believe Starmer has been too timid in attacking the rising cost of living, wealth inequality and the country’s creaking public services.

The pressure on Starmer has only increased since a Monday speech to party supporters, promoted as the first leg of his fight back. But it was criticized as “tone deaf” and lacking the bold policies needed to tackle Britain’s problems. Former Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips resigned from the Cabinet on Tuesday, saying the government needed to “have a row, push back, make arguments, bring people along.”

Historic power collides with modern reality

The King’s Speech will be a moment when the historic power and grandeur of Britain will collide with the reality of the modern United Kingdom, a mid-sized country with an underfunded military, rising debt and waning international influence. It’s a country struggling to control immigration and pay for public services such as health care and education.

The speech is just one element of the state opening of Parliament, a traditional set piece of the political calendar that uses carefully choreographed pageantry to showcase Britain’s evolution from an absolute monarchy to a parliamentary democracy where real power is vested in the elected House of Commons.

This year’s edition will be closely watched because of Starmer’s precarious position.

The speech is likely to take on cost of living crisis

The speech is expected to include proposals to address the cost of living crisis, create a national wealth fund to stimulate private investment in public infrastructure and tighten rules for asylum seekers. It may also include the government’s controversial proposal to abolish jury trials for some cases in England and Wales, lower the voting age to 16 and introduce a “duty of candor” for public officials, requiring them to tell the truth and cooperate with investigations.

The problem for Starmer is that many of the proposals expected to appear in the speech have been announced previously. That raises the question of whether he will be able to win over his doubters.

Even so, the speech is the focal point of a day of ceremony and tradition that has been followed since 1852, with elements of the program dating to the 16th century.

King Charles III visits the Commons

The monarch traditionally travels from Buckingham Palace to the Houses of Parliament, a distance of less than a mile, in a horse-drawn carriage. He then dons the Imperial State Crown and robe of state before leading a procession into the chamber of the unelected House of Lords.

A Lords official called Black Rod, named for the ebony rod he or she carries, then goes to the House of Commons to summon the chamber’s members to a joint sitting of Parliament. The doors to the Commons chamber are slammed in Black Rod’s face to symbolize the chamber’s independence from the monarchy, and they aren’t opened until Black Rod strikes the doors three times.

Once members of the Commons have crowded into the Lords’ chamber, the king delivers a speech written by the government and laying out its legislative program for the coming session of Parliament.

After the speech is read and the king leaves, the two houses of Parliament begin several days of debate on its contents.

The Liberal Democrats said they were “sorry not to have expanded into other parts of the city”

The Liberal Democrats say they will “work constructively” with other parties after last week’s election’s shake-up left Cambridge City Council without a leader. Cameron Holloway lost his seat, meaning both the council and local Labour Party must find a replacement.

Cambridge Labour will decide on a new leader at this Sunday’s AGM as discussions continue about what the next council administration may look like.

Labour remains the largest party on the council with 17 councillors, though after losing their majority no single party has the required 22 seats. The Green Party is now the second largest with 12 seats, picking up six from Labour, and the Liberal Democrats are third with 11.

Councils with no overall majority can be governed in a few different ways. Some have a minority administration, with one party in control despite not having more than half of all councillors. This usually happens where they have the most councillors or close to a majority.

Other councils are run by coalitions of parties. In some, the largest party is unable to rule as a minority because a coalition of smaller parties has banded together.

The Liberal Democrats have pledged to “work constructively” with other parties after the results which saw them hold three seats, but fail to gain more.

Cllr Tim Bick, Cambridge leader of the party, said they were “sorry not to have expanded into other parts of the city” but “missed out by very narrow margins”. He said they held their seats with “increased majorities”.

He described this as a “resounding vote of confidence in how Liberal Democrats serve and champion our local residents”, particularly given the party won every seat in South Cambridgeshire bar two.

He said Cambridge faces “two vital years” before the council is replaced with a new unitary authority with “major decisions on housing, the local plan and local services to be made”.

Cllr Bick said: “This calls for the political parties to find the right formula to work together to hand over to the new unitary council in a way that benefits the city for the long term. For our part, in this more open political environment, we Liberal Democrats are ready to work with others to try and achieve the priorities we have campaigned on.

“We will work constructively with other parties who are open themselves to do that: willing to share in responsibility and respond positively to last week’s election result. People voted for a change last week and they must see that in the way their council is run over the next two years.”

Parties are currently discussing political agreements to allow a new administration to be formed, such as what the political make-up of a new cabinet would look like. Councillors will vote on a new leader and appointments to committees at an annual meeting on Thursday, May 21.

The application sought for approval to vary existing planning conditions attached to the wider Hamilton Community Growth Area masterplan.

Plans linked to the long-running Hamilton Community Growth Area development have been approved despite public objections.

Councillors on today’s planning committee (May 12), approved proposals which relate to land south and west of the town near Strathaven Road, Meikle Earnock Road and Highstonehall Road.

The application sought for approval to vary existing planning conditions attached to the wider Hamilton Community Growth Area masterplan.

This now means that developers have greater flexibility to submit future applications covering matters such as housing layouts, housing types and numbers, positioning of buildings, infrastructure and landscape details.

The wider Community Growth Area spans around 171 hectares and already benefits from planning permission in principle granted in 2017.

Planning officers say the changes are intended to “future proof” the development and make it easier for underdeveloped parts of the site to come forward over time.

A report prepared for the Planning Committee states the principle of residential development on the site is already established under the South Lanarkshire Local Development Plan.

Council officials also stated that the proposal supports national housing policies aimed at delivering “high quality, affordable and sustainable homes”.

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And it was established that the site is in a sustainable location and would support the creation of “20 minute neighbourhoods”.

But, the proposal did generate 42 objections during the consultation process.

Residents raised concerns including continued large-scale housebuilding in the area, loss of greenspace and wildlife habitat, increased traffic and congestion, pressure on local infrastructure, drainage and flooding concerns, impacts on woodland and protected species and claims of inadequate public consultation.

The report presented to councillors notes that future submissions will still need approval on issues including flood risk, biodiversity, roads and transport, landscaping, public transport provision, play areas, drainage and sewage disposal, archaeology and pollution control.

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Four Cambridgeshire kebab vans are in the running to be named ‘Van of the Year’

Four Cambridgeshire kebab vans have been shortlisted for an award at this year’s Turkish Restaurant and Takeaway Awards (TURTA). Diamond Kebab in Cambridge, Gourmet kebab kitchen in Caxton, HsK Kebab Van in Cambridge, and Haddenham Kebab And Burger Van are all in the running to be named ‘Van of the Year’.

The awards help to promote the importance and popularity of Turkish cuisines. TURTA states: “The Turkish Restaurant and Takeaway Awards (TURTA) stand as a celebration of excellence, heritage, and innovation within one of the UK’s most vibrant culinary communities.

“Bringing together chefs, restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, and food lovers, the awards recognise the outstanding contributions of Turkish, Kurdish, and Turkish Cypriot businesses that have helped shape the nation’s dining landscape.”

This year’s semi-finalists have been selected following a nationwide nomination process in categories including Fine Dining Restaurant, Best Value Restaurant, and Best Regional Takeaway. The awards now enter a voting phase giving the public an opportunity to support their favourites.

A ceremony is due to be held at JW Marriott Grosvenor House in London on June 22. It will mark the fourth year of the awards taking place.

Diamond Kebab in Cambridge on Arbury Road is a popular hotspot among locals. It is described by customers as “hands down the best kebab in Cambridge” and a must-try for visitors. The menu offers a large variety of kebab options alongside burgers and sides.

Gourmet kebab Kitchen in Caxton offer a range of items including kebabs, burgers, salads, and sides. The van is described by customers as “fresh, tasty, and cooked perfectly” where “you can really tell the guys put their passion into it”.

HsK Kebab Van is located on Histon Road in Arbury. This top-notch van offers a similar style menu with a range of kebabs, burgers, and gyros. It seems to be in popular demand with some previous diners claiming they were “really impressed”.

Haddenham Kebab And Burger Van can be found on Chewells Lane. Reviews have said this van offers the “best quality” service and “huge” portions all while serving “flavourful” food.

After an argument with the woman and others, painter decorator Stephen Lee Wood, 51, went to his van, drank a “vast amount of vodka” and returned, said Judge Simon Hickey,

In a bid to “punish (her) son or maybe in revenge,” the drinker tried to hit the son and hit the woman instead.

Jordan Parkinson, prosecuting, said the woman suffered bruises on her arm, soreness to the right of her face, swelling to her mouth and a headache.

Wood had gone to the council house in west York to paint its exterior and had announced his arrival by knocking on its window.

But after he had climbed a ladder to start work, the woman inside the house claimed he was working in an unsafe manner and the argument started.

After he went to his van and returned, CCTV footage showed him being asked to leave, but not doing so, and people pushing and shoving each other.  It also showed violence towards Wood.

Wood was working for a company sub-contracted by City of York Council to do painting work.

Wood was on a suspended prison sentence at the time for hitting a paramedic in the face three times, kicking them in the leg and other offences and has 44 convictions.

“You lost your temper, turned to drink again and very foolishly went back to the house. That is why you are here,” Judge Hickey told Wood. 

After reading a letter handed in by Wood’s lawyers from a Leed-based alcohol rehabilitation organisation about his efforts to deal with his drinking, the judge said the painter appeared to be starting to turn his life round.

He gave him a six-month prison sentence suspended for 18 months and ordered him to do 20 days’ rehabilitative activities and wear an alcohol abstinence tag for 60 days.

The earlier suspended prison sentence remains in force.

Wood, 51, of no fixed address but based in Leeds, pleaded guilty to affray and breaching the earlier suspended prison sentence.

Thomas Doyle, for Wood, said: “He is a man absolutely ravaged by alcoholism and poor mental health which have acted co-ordinately with disastrous results. He has relapsed into alcoholism and fallen into a dark pit of despair.”

He had lost his job, his home and his relationship and last autumn had been suicidal.

But he had been sober since December and was now taking medication that was helping him.

As temperatures across the UK begin to rise, a doctor has warned that a common condition one in three Brits suffer from may starts to worsen as the weather warms up.

As the mercury rises across Britain and summer approaches, certain health conditions may see their symptoms become more pronounced during the warmer months. With varicose veins affecting one in three people in the UK, a doctor has issued advice to those living with the condition and explained how to properly manage its symptoms as temperatures increase.

Varicose veins occur when veins become enlarged and twisted, often appearing as bulging, bluish lines visible under the skin’s surface. They’re primarily caused by underlying problems, usually weakened vein walls and faulty valves, although factors including genetics, age, lifestyle choices, and pregnancy can all contribute to their formation.

While varicose veins pose challenges year-round, symptoms often worsen and become more noticeable when the weather gets hotter, reports the Express.

Dr Mark Bratby, Consultant Interventional Radiologist at VeinCentre, explains: “Warmer temperatures cause your veins to dilate more, meaning as your veins get larger, the valves struggle even more to deal with blood flow.

“This leads to more accumulation of blood inside your veins, resulting in swelling, bigger bulges, and ultimately greater discomfort.”

In addition to the uncomfortable symptoms that can trigger restlessness and frustration, many people with varicose veins also experience heightened self-consciousness during warmer weather, as they shed layers of clothing to keep cool.

Dr Bratby says: “For those who don’t have varicose veins, it’s easy to think that the impact is simply physical, but often weighs heavily on patients’ mental health.

“It can be a dent in people’s confidence levels, as the veins become more visible when they expand, making some feel apprehensive about wearing clothes that expose their legs and feet.”

However, there are numerous approaches to managing varicose veins when the weather gets warmer, from simple changes to your everyday habits right through to pursuing medical intervention.

Keep cool and stay hydrated

The most straightforward solution for dealing with overheating is to try and lower your body temperature. Avoid direct sunlight where you can to stop your veins from becoming overly dilated, and make sure you’re drinking enough water to stay well hydrated.

Dr Bratby adds: “If you’re on holiday in a warm country, try and get in the pool or paddle in the sea to lower your body temperature.”

Keep active

While exercising might be the last thing on your mind when it’s hot, it can actually be remarkably helpful for people dealing with varicose veins.

Dr Bratby shares: “Staying active can be beneficial for your veins, as it gets your heart pumping and encourages better blood flow, which will help your circulatory system to clear some of the blood that accumulates in your varicose veins.”

Raise your legs

This is a simpler change than some of the previously mentioned suggestions, and can be easily worked into your everyday routine.

Dr Bratby advises: “Elevating your legs when you’re sitting or lying down will give your veins a helping hand getting your blood back to your heart.

“It’s also beneficial to avoid standing up for prolonged periods, so make sure you have multiple breaks if you are out and about during the warmer weather.”

Seek treatment

For numerous sufferers, the discomfort – not just during the summer months but all year round – can become intolerable, especially as symptoms are only likely to worsen over time.

Fortunately, a range of effective and minimally invasive treatment options are on offer.

Dr Bratby says: “You can put the discomfort of varicose veins behind you and begin feeling more comfortable and confident by getting treatment.

“The best treatment for your varicose veins depends on their severity and your individual needs, but by booking a consultation with an experienced Vascular Consultant, you can take the first step to healthier looking skin.”

Here are your rugby morning headlines for Wednesday, May 13.

Under-fire Welsh boss gets public backing

Wales scrum-half Keira Bevan has publicly backed under-pressure head coach Sean Lynn ahead of this weekend’s crunch Women’s Six Nations clash with Italy.

Wales head into Sunday’s showdown at Cardiff Arms Park desperate to avoid a third consecutive Wooden Spoon after slipping to a ninth straight defeat in the competition following last weekend’s loss to Ireland.

Lynn only took charge at the start of last year’s Six Nations campaign after winning three successive Premiership Women’s Rugby titles with Gloucester-Hartpury, but pressure has intensified after a disappointing World Cup campaign and another difficult Six Nations.

Despite the scrutiny, Bevan insists the squad remain fully behind the coach and his staff.

“Yeah, 100%,” she said when asked if the players still backed Lynn. “And the help he has in the background, it’s massive.

“(Defence coach) Tyrone Holmes has been incredible for us. That’s probably one of the shining lights of this campaign, how good we’ve been defensively.

“And obviously Ash [Ashley Beck] has got such a way of attacking rugby and he wants you to express yourself. We’ve got the right people in the right place, it’s just about us being able to execute what they’re asking.”

Wales have dropped to 12th in the world rankings and criticism has mounted after another winless campaign appeared on the horizon.

Bevan admitted the players understand the frustration among supporters, but urged patience as the squad continues to rebuild.

“Nobody is more frustrated and disappointed than us,” she said. “Yes, we probably haven’t had the wins we want, but we are performing and getting better every game.

“It’s such a cliché, but stick with it because it’s going to come and hopefully soon.”

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The scrum-half also acknowledged Wales are currently operating without specialist kicking and breakdown coaches, additions she admitted would help strengthen the backroom team.

While there had been positives in earlier defeats to Scotland, France and England, Bevan conceded the performance in Belfast against Ireland felt like “a backwards step”.

Attention now turns to Italy, who travel to Cardiff full of confidence after impressive displays against Scotland and England.

“We’re under no illusions of what Italy can do,” she said. “It wasn’t a one-off last year because we’ve seen glimpses in this campaign of how physical and dominant they can be, so for us we’ve got to be on it.

“To get the win would be massive. It would set us up nicely heading into pre-season and then obviously the new WXV tournament as well, but we know we’re going to have to work for it.”

URC club launch review after major backlash

Munster Rugby have commissioned an independent governance and organisational review following the backlash surrounding the proposed appointment of New Zealander Roger Randle as attack coach.

Randle’s arrival was announced on April 15, but controversy quickly followed after a 1997 rape allegation resurfaced. The alleged incident took place in Durban, South Africa, during his time playing for Super Rugby side Hurricanes. The charge was later dropped by the complainant and Randle has always denied the allegation.

The fallout led to a series of resignations within the province. Former players Billy Holland, Killian Keane and Mick O’Driscoll stepped down as independent nominees on Munster’s Professional Game Committee, while members of the club’s voluntary Commercial Advisory Group also resigned.

On April 30, Munster confirmed that Randle would no longer be joining the province, describing the outcome as a “mutual agreement”.

General manager Ian Costello admitted at the time that it had been “a difficult conclusion”, but said it became clear ending the arrangement was “the best course of action for Roger, his family and Munster Rugby”.

Munster announced on Tuesday that an external review will now “assess the organisation’s governance, leadership, culture and communications structures and provide recommendations back to the board”.

The process will be carried out by The Governance Company, an independent consultancy specialising in corporate governance, and overseen by an independent chairperson who is expected to be appointed in the coming days.

Chief executive Ian Flanagan said: “It is clear that the past number of weeks have been difficult for staff, players, coaches, supporters, and everyone who cares about Munster Rugby.

“We recognise the impact that recent events and decisions have had on our stakeholders. This independent review is an important step in ensuring we can learn from past events and strengthen how we can positively operate going forward.

“We look forward to working fully with The Governance Company and independent chair to support an effective review process. The primary and clear objective of this important exercise is the overall wellbeing of Munster Rugby.”

Munster are currently sixth in the United Rugby Championship standings ahead of their final regular-season match against Lions on Saturday, May 16.

Lions star accuses South Africa of ‘getting personal’

Mack Hansen has opened up on the fierce rivalry between Ireland and South Africa, admitting clashes with the Springboks become “personal” and leave players feeling like they “hate their guts”.

The British and Irish Lions tourist was discussing Ireland’s growing rivalries on the For the Love of Rugby podcast when he gave a candid insight into the mentality inside the camp before facing the world champions.

Relations between Ireland and South Africa have intensified in recent years, particularly around the 2023 Rugby World Cup, when Andy Farrell’s side beat the Springboks in the pool stages before later being knocked out by New Zealand in the quarter-finals.

Hansen admitted the animosity ramps up significantly in the build-up to those huge Test matches.

“It does then become so personal leading up to the weeks when we’re playing South Africa or New Zealand,” he said.

“Again, you talk to them off the field and they’re like anyone in rugby — good fellas, you get on with them, they’re great blokes — but leading up to that week you despise them.

“You’re like: ‘These are some of the worst people in the world at this moment.’

“There’s a lot going on in the world and you’re like: ‘I honestly hate their guts.’ Then once it’s finished, it’s done.”

The full-back insisted that edge is ultimately good for the sport and helps bring the best out of players.

“But I think that’s what’s good about it,” he added.

“A bit of passion and intensity adds to the game. When you know there are two teams that genuinely dislike each other, you give it your everything.”

The Connacht wing also revealed Ireland’s Six Nations rivalry with Scotland has become increasingly heated in recent seasons.

“Another one in the Six Nations for us is probably Scotland,” Hansen said.

“There’s a bit of a thing going on there. We’ve maybe got the better of them recently, but whenever we’re playing them they’re normally on a bit of a roll, we’re locked into it, we dislike them and we want to beat them.

“We don’t want them to get one over on us. That’s a testament to them. It adds a lot to you as a person when you have those rivalries going into a game.”

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easyJet boss has hit out at a new rule expected to come into force

Passengers flying within Europe could soon see a significant shift in baggage rules, and travellers are being put on notice.

At present, those travelling on basic fares with easyJet, as well as with Ryanair, are restricted to one small personal item, with any extra luggage attracting additional fees. Following changes to EU regulations, Ryanair was required to enlarge the maximum dimensions of its personal bags last year. The revised rules permit passengers to carry hand luggage measuring up to 40 x 30 x 20cm, a 20% boost from the former 40 x 20 x 25cm restriction.

easyJet’s personal bag specifications already complied with these requirements, meaning no adjustment was necessary. And now further EU regulatory shifts could enable travellers to bring both a cabin bag measuring up to 100cm and a personal bag without incurring additional charges.

In February, the European Parliament voted overwhelmingly to grant all passengers the entitlement to carry a small case in addition to the complimentary under-seat bags currently allowed. The Parliament’s proposal would give passengers the right to bring on board, at no extra charge, one personal item (such as a handbag, rucksack or laptop) and one small piece of hand luggage with maximum combined dimensions of 100cm (length, width and height) and weighing up to seven kilos.

The proposed reforms, which must receive approval from the European Council before becoming law, would apply to all travellers flying to or from an EU airport on an EU-based airline. This directly affects the overwhelming majority of short-haul flights departing from the UK.

While this may seem like a positive development for passengers, easyJet has slammed the proposals to enforce free additional baggage as a “lunatic idea”. Chief executive Kenton Jarvis insisted that granting all passengers the right to extra free carry-on luggage would be “crazy” and “terrible for the consumer”.

The easyJet boss described it as “politicians completely not understanding their subject and getting involved with things they shouldn’t”, adding: “There just isn’t the space in the cabin, so that’s another lunatic idea. We would go back to the days of having to offload cabin bags and put them in the hold – it was one of the number one causes of delayed boarding in the old days.”

Baggage fees accounted for a significant portion of easyJet’s more than £2.5bn in annual income from extras, or ancillary revenue, “and that would have to be passed on” through increased fares for all passengers, he warned.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Scientists are tweaking a powerful cancer therapy in hopes it could fight HIV instead, by supercharging patients’ own immune cells.

On Tuesday, researchers said a single dose of those revved-up cells strongly suppressed HIV in two people — one for nearly a year and the other for nearly two years — without requiring their usual medicines.

Larger and longer studies are needed to prove if what’s called CAR-T cell therapy might really offer long-lasting help for HIV, cautioned Dr. Steven Deeks of the University of California, San Francisco, who led the research.

“We find the fact that two people have had such a really sustained response provocative,” he said. “There is a real need for a one-and-done, safe and scalable cure … and this is one of the strategies that we’re pursuing.”

The data is being presented at a meeting of the American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy in Boston.

There are nearly 40 million people living with HIV around the world. Today’s medicines have turned the virus that causes AIDS from a fast killer into a manageable chronic disease, often keeping the virus at undetectable levels, but only if people can afford the drugs and stick with them. The virus hides out in reservoirs in the body and rebounds fast if people stop treatment.

Researchers have long hunted an elusive cure, pursuing such clues as a rare gene mutation that makes some people naturally resistant to HIV or how a handful of HIV patients who also had certain cancers were declared cured or in long-term remission after receiving a stem cell transplant, something too risky for most people.

CAR-T therapy involves taking immune soldiers called T cells out of a person’s blood, genetically engineering them into “living drugs” and infusing them back into the patient. They’re widely used to cure certain types of cancer and are being studied for other diseases.

For HIV, scientists at the nonprofit drug developer Caring Cross created CAR-T cells with dual features. They’re programmed to better find and kill HIV-infected cells — and engineered with protection against infection by the very virus they’re supposed to fight.

With that added armor, they should be able to reproduce enough to keep HIV in check, said Caring Cross executive director Boro Dropulić.

Deeks’ early-stage experiment tested different dosing strategies in people who stopped their HIV medicine the day they received their CAR-T cells. There were no serious side effects. The first three recipients showed no response and resumed their usual medicines.

Six others received a small amount of chemotherapy to make space for the new T cells. Those two strong responders saw their HIV drop to undetectable levels, inching up only occasionally when the CAR-T cells presumably got to work again. A third patient had a temporary response and resumed regular HIV treatment.

Those three patients all had started their original HIV treatment soon after they’d been infected, Deeks said. That makes sense because people treated early tend to have less HIV hiding in the body and a healthier immune system.

“This is certainly very fascinating that they’ve had this positive response,” said Dr. Hans-Peter Kiem, a gene therapy expert at Seattle’s Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center who wasn’t part of the new study. He cautioned that it will take additional research to prove if CAR-T really works.

But the strategy is exciting because it’s “boosting what our body, our immune system, can already do,” said Andrea Gramatica, vice president for research at amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, which is funding some work to create easier-to-use versions.

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