The Daily Mail's breaking news today in the UK continues to evolve, with a live and ever-changing narrative across various sectors. From politics and crime to showbiz and sports, let's dive into the latest updates.
Updates are streaming in real-time here, so keep refreshing for the newest additions to today's breaking news. Let's delve into some of the most prominent stories today.
Political Turmoil: Boris Johnson's Latest Crisis
The PM has been under fire after it was revealed that he attended a 'bring your own booze' party during lockdown. The furor intensifies as more allegations emerge.
The Met Police are now investigating potential breaches of Covid-19 regulations at parties held in Downing Street, leaving Johnson's future in limbo.
Cabinet Ministers Defect
Senior Tory MPs have begun to publicly criticize Johnson, with some even declaring that he should step down. The number of Tory MPs calling for him to resign is growing.
Meanwhile, Labour's Keir Starmer is capitalizing on the chaos, urging Boris to 'do the decent thing and resign'.
PM's Response: 'I've Paid the Fine, Now Let's Move On'
Johnson has admitted attending the party and paid a £50 fine, but his attempt to 'move on' may not convince his restive party.
Conservatives are debating whether to trigger a vote of no confidence in Johnson, with the 1922 Committee's chairman, Sir Graham Brady, confirming that letters of no confidence have been received.
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Crime: High-Profile Arrests and Sentencings
The UK's legal system has been busy today, with several significant cases reaching their conclusion.
Serial killer Stephen Port, who was given a whole-life order in 2016 for murdering 13 gay men in Essex, has been further incarcerated for historic sex attacks. The victims' families urged the public not to 'glamorize' his crimes.
Rhdian David Sentenced to Life for Murdering Boyfriend
Rhdian David has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering her former boyfriend, James Leivers. The 28-year-old hit the 19-year-old with a car and then led a cover-up, claiming he was 'robbed and murdered'.
David will serve a minimum of 16 years and 10 months behind bars.
Black cab Rapist John Worboys Revealed as Imitator in Hundreds of Cases
The Court of Appeal ruled that the true number of victims of serial sex attacker John Worboys could be in the 'hundreds', eclipsing the initial six victims he was convicted of raping or sexual assaulting in 2009.
Police have now been ordered to reinvestigate hundreds of reported sex cases involving the use of date-rape drugs, linked to Worboys, who is serving a 14-year sentence.
Stay apprised of these developments as they unfold. The Daily Mail will continue to provide live updates as the news breaks across the UK.