The Home Sec will unveil reforms to tackle violence against women and girls: wider disclosure of offenders’ histories to new partners, specialist units across all forces, and teams pursuing online predatory behaviour. The issue is being treated as a national emergency.

A report estimates £10.9bn was lost to fraud from pandemic support schemes, including furlough, Bounce Back Loans and Eat Out to Help Out. Opponents blame lax checks by the then government; ministers say safeguards and recovery efforts have since been strengthened.

Alex Scott expressed disappointment that partner Jess Glynne wasn’t there to greet her after she became the first campmate voted out of I’m A Celebrity. She said it has been a difficult period for them and she had expected to see her at the exit.

Rachel Reeves says Wednesday’s Budget will focus on easing the cost‑of‑living squeeze, prioritising support for working families. She plans measures to cut NHS waiting lists and lower the national debt, arguing stability and growth should underpin decisions.