Kamis, 02 Mei 2024

Count underway for mayoral and council contests as Tory losses predicted - The Independent

Sadiq Khan casts his vote in the London Mayoral election

Rishi Sunak is braced for heavy losses in the local elections as rebel Tories plot to oust him if key mayoral contests are lost in what has been described as a potential “armageddon” weekend for the prime minister.

Ahead of the first results coming in overnight, a bombshell new poll found the Tories are now even less popular under Mr Sunak than during the calamitous premiership of Liz Truss.

Early indications from Sunderland pointed to a strong performance for Nigel Farage’s Reform UK, with the right-wing challenger party beating the Tories in a slew of the seats up for grabs.

The results will heighten the nerves of Conservative MPs as two days of counting begins.

One Tory MP told The Independent that a move against Mr Sunak is “likely” if either West Midlands mayor Andy Street or Tees Valley mayor Ben Houchen lose their jobs.

Former chancellor George Osborne said on his Political Currency podcast: “If Andy Street loses in the West Midlands, that’s pretty bad ...[but] If Ben Houchen loses it will be armageddon – because at that point, people will say, ‘We are absolutely headed now for a massive landslide defeat’.”

Labour is expected to win a by-election taking place in Blackpool South.

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Hartlepool and Thurrock Labour gains confirmed

Labour won nine of the 12 seats up for grabs in Hartlepool to gain control of the council, with independents winning two and the Conservatives one.

A spokesman said: “Winning back Hartlepool council is a groundbreaking moment after the disappointing results we saw here in 2021.”

The party’s gain of Thurrock council has also been confirmed after the party announced it thinks it has won.

Archie Mitchell3 May 2024 02:37
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Professor Sir John Curtice: ‘Real story is Reform and the Greens’

Britain’s top polling guru has said we are “endlessly” focused on the battle between Labour and the Tories, but the story tonight is of big gains for Reform UK and the Green Party.

Professor Sir John Curtice said Nigel Farage’s challenger party is doing “damage” to the Conservatives where they are standing.

And he said the Greens are making “spectacular gains”, pointing to the party’s success in Newcastle.

“They may be heading for their best performance yet in English local elections,” he told the BBC.

Reform has made significant gains, beating the Conservatives in 16 of the 25 seats it contested in Sunderland.

Archie Mitchell3 May 2024 02:27
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Labour claims it has gained Thurrock

Labour has hailed a “key” gain in Thurrock, claiming to have gained control of the council from it being in no overall control.

The local authority was the fourth highest leave voting in Britain in the Brexit referendum, and was won by the Conservatives a year ago but moved into no overall control due to defections.

A Labour Party spokesman said: “This is exactly the kind of place we need to be winning to gain a majority in a general election. The people of Thurrock have sent the Conservatives a message that they want change.”

Archie Mitchell3 May 2024 02:20
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Labour keeps South Tyneside but suffers heavy losses

Labour retained control of South Tyneside, but lost at least seven seats to independents.

The party needed to win four seats of the 14 seats it held going into polling day, and while it achieved that, its majority will be reduced.

It has been suffering heavy losses to independent candidates challenging its stance on the war in Gaza.

Labour also retained control of Newcastle-upon-Tyne after winning 12 of the first 19 seats to be declared early on Friday morning.

The party held 46 of the 78 council seats going into polling day and needed to win 10 of the 27 being contested to retain control.

The Liberal Democrats had won four, Greens two and independents one, with eight seats still to declare.

Archie Mitchell3 May 2024 01:58
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Lib Dems feeling confident about Blue Wall gains

The Liberal Democrats are confident they have made major gains in the so-called Blue Wall of safe Tory seats.

A Lib Dem source said: “We are already hearing of Lib Dem gains in former Conservative heartlands. Lib Dems expecting to move forward overnight in Oxfordshire, Hampshire and Hertfordshire.”

Archie Mitchell3 May 2024 01:53
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Alarm bells for Rishi Sunak after Reform UK’s performance in Sunderland

The final result in Sunderland was Labour 18, Liberal Democrats four and Conservatives three, with Reform UK beating the Tories in 16 of the 25 seats being contested.

James Johnson, co-founder of JL Partners and a former Downing Street pollster during Theresa May’s tenure, said: “Some of these Sunderland results are truly torrid for the Conservatives and are showing that - in Sunderland at least - Reform UK is real.”

It is thought the party will deprive the Tories of tens of seats in the general election.

Archie Mitchell3 May 2024 01:51
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Broxbourne becomes first council to declare

The Conservatives could not have lost control of the council whatever the result, as it started the night with 27 of the 30 seats.

The first council to declare its full result on Friday morning was Broxbourne in Hertfordshire, where the Conservatives won nine and Labour one of the 10 seats being contested, meaning no seats changed hands.

Archie Mitchell3 May 2024 01:30
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Labour gains Hartlepool council, spokesman

A Labour Party spokesman has said it won back Hartlepool council, describing it as a “groundbreaking moment” after disappointment in the area in 2021.

Sir Keir Starmer has admitted he considered quitting as Labour leader after the party lost both the Hartlepool by-election and council seats three years ago.

A spokesman said: “Winning back Hartlepool council is a groundbreaking moment after the disappointing results we saw here in 2021.

“Keir Starmer pledged to change the Labour Party after that result, and today’s win shows that this changed Labour party is ready to deliver the change that communities like Hartlepool are crying out for.

“Making gains here shows that the Party is on track to win a general election and is firmly back in the service of working people.”

Archie Mitchell3 May 2024 00:57
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Chris Heaton-Harris: Vote Reform, get Labour

Cabinet minister Chris Heaton-Harris said the results in Sunderland showed "if you vote Reform, you get Labour".

The Northern Ireland Secretary told the BBC: "It’s a very straightforward equation for people at the next general election.

"If they want to vote Reform, they’ll end up with Labour MPs, and they’ll end up with a Labour government, and then they’ll end up, probably, with everything they didn’t want to vote for based on the profile of Reform voters."

Archie Mitchell3 May 2024 00:53
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Tory minister admits Conservatives will lose Blackpool South

Cabinet minister Chris Heaton-Harris accepted that Blackpool South was likely to be lost by the Conservatives.

The Northern Ireland Secretary said it was "going to be a tough seat for us to hold" given the scandal which led to it.

He told the BBC: "You are highly unlikely to be rewarded by the electorate. Electorates do not like by-elections being put on them because of a failing like that.

"From the very start I would have expected to lose Blackpool South."

Archie Mitchell3 May 2024 00:38

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Kate Forbes not in the running for SNP leadership - BBC

Humza Yousaf may be first minister, but the Tory leader is already taking aim at his would-be successor.

Douglas Ross called John Swinney the safe pair of hands who has dropped the ball.

He painted the SNP leadership candidate as a failure in office, and a divisive nationalist.

All this, of course, assumes Mr Swinney has already won the leadership.

Labour's Anas Sarwar accused the SNP of a stitch-up for John Swinney, and clinging onto power.

But Humza Yousaf didn't hold back - blaming Mr Ross's Tory party for austerity, Brexit and a cost-of-living crisis.

And he accused Labour of U-turns on EU membership and progressive taxation, and of failing to match an SNP commitment on affordable homes.

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Hainault sword attack: Man appears in court over murder of schoolboy Daniel Anjorin - The Independent

Police attend ‘critical incident’ amid reports of stabbing near Hainault Tube station

A man has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin following the sword attack in Hainault, east London, on Tuesday, the Metropolitan Police say. He is Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 36.

Daniel’s family have said he was “a wonderful child” who was well loved and hard-working, adding that his death left “a gaping wound” in the family.

“No family should have to go through what we are experiencing today,” they told told Sky News.

Friends and teachers have lavishly praised Daniel – who was killed in a sword attack in north London – as “an amazing young man” and a “true scholar”.

Police have pledged to deliver justice for the teenager who attended the same private school as Nottingham stabbing victim Grace O’Malley-Kumar.

Bancroft’s School in Woodford Green, which said it was devastated by his killing, paid tribute to him as “a true scholar, demonstrating commendable dedication to his academic pursuits,” adding: “His positive nature and gentle character will leave a lasting impact on us.”

Grace was killed last June as she tried to save her friend, Barnaby Webber, from their killer Valdo Calocane.

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Two police officers injured in line of duty in Hainault are ‘recuperating well'

Two police officers injured in the line of duty in Hainault are “recuperating well”, Rick Prior, chairman of the Metropolitan Police Federation, has said.

Asked about the officers’ condition, he told Radio 4’s Today programme: “Two officers were very seriously injured. The male officer suffered a serious injury to his hand and our female colleague suffered what has been described as horrifically serious injuries to her arm, where I believe it was touch and go whether or not she would actually be able to get the use of that arm back.

“But I understand that they are doing well, they are recuperating well, and as a federation we are offering all the support that we possibly can.”

Tara Cobham2 May 2024 08:01
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In pictures: Schoolboy, 14, remembered

People left flowers and a teddy bear at the spot where Daniel Anjorin died
People left flowers and a teddy bear at the spot where Daniel Anjorin died (Yui Mok/PA Wire)
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Jane Dalton2 May 2024 07:00
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Accused charged with murder, attempted murder and grievous bodily harm

Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 36, of Newham, east London, has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin.

He has also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.

He will appear at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court later, police say.

Jane Dalton2 May 2024 05:50
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Moment police take down Hainault sword attack suspect captured on home CCTV

The moment police tasered the sword-wielding Hainault suspect on Tuesday, 30 April, was caught on doorbell camera footage. A 14-year-old boy died and four other people were injured in the attack in east London. Authorities confirmed two of those injured were Metropolitan Police officers. A 36-year-old man was tasered and arrested at the scene but has not yet been interviewed because of injuries, the Met said. The incident is not believed to be a targeted attack, nor terror-related, police added. King Charles III has offered his sympathies to “all those affected” by the “horrific” stabbings, “In particular, the family of the young victim who has lost his life,” Buckingham Palace said.

Jane Dalton2 May 2024 04:30
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Horror in Hainault on Tuesday

Jane Dalton2 May 2024 03:20
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Spray and Taser did not subdue suspect, police say

Giving more detail of how the attack happened, Scotland Yard said initial attempts to use incapacitant spray and Taser on the suspect were not effective.

It was not until he was cornered by officers in a driveway and a stun gun fired again that he could be subdued.

Detective Chief Inspector Larry Smith said: “This is an incredibly tragic incident that has resulted in a young boy losing his life and his family devastated.

“On behalf of the family, I would ask that their privacy is respected.

“I know that many people will want answers and we are working to provide them as soon as we can. I would also echo previous calls for patience as my officers carry out a painstaking investigation to deliver justice for Daniel, his family, those injured and the wider community.

“We are starting to build a picture of what happened on Tuesday and I want to thank everyone who has come forward to share dashcam, doorbell and mobile phone footage with us.

“Likewise, thank you to witnesses, who were no doubt terrified by what they saw, and who have made vital contributions to our investigation. Anyone who has not yet spoken to police and has any information should contact us as soon as possible.”

Jane Dalton2 May 2024 02:00
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In pictures: Police officers lay floral tributes to teenager

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Jane Dalton2 May 2024 00:20
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In full: Family and friends of boy stabbed to death ‘devastated and in shock’

Jane Dalton1 May 2024 23:10
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In pictures: Residents leave floral tributes to Daniel

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Jane Dalton1 May 2024 21:03
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Daniel’s death leaves gaping wound, say family

Daniel Anjorin’s family have said he was “a wonderful child” who was well loved and hard-working, adding that his death left “a gaping wound” in the family.

“No family should have to go through what we are experiencing today,” they told told Sky News.

“Any family will understand it’s an absolute tragedy.”

Daniel Anjorin was killed by a man who went on a rampage wielding a sword (Metropolitan Police/PA)
Daniel Anjorin was killed by a man who went on a rampage wielding a sword (Metropolitan Police/PA) (PA Wire)
Jane Dalton1 May 2024 20:51

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Hainault sword attack: Man, 36, charged with murder of schoolboy Daniel Anjorin - The Independent

Police attend ‘critical incident’ amid reports of stabbing near Hainault Tube station

A man has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin following the sword attack in Hainault, east London, on Tuesday, the Metropolitan Police say. He is Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 36.

Daniel’s family have said he was “a wonderful child” who was well loved and hard-working, adding that his death left “a gaping wound” in the family.

“No family should have to go through what we are experiencing today,” they told told Sky News.

Friends and teachers have lavishly praised Daniel – who was killed in a sword attack in north London – as “an amazing young man” and a “true scholar”.

Police have pledged to deliver justice for the teenager who attended the same private school as Nottingham stabbing victim Grace O’Malley-Kumar.

Bancroft’s School in Woodford Green, which said it was devastated by his killing, paid tribute to him as “a true scholar, demonstrating commendable dedication to his academic pursuits,” adding: “His positive nature and gentle character will leave a lasting impact on us.”

Grace was killed last June as she tried to save her friend, Barnaby Webber, from their killer Valdo Calocane.

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Spanish-Brazilian man to face court charged with murder

A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder after 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin was killed in a sword rampage in east London.

Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, of Newham, has also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article, the Metropolitan Police said.

The dual Spanish-Brazilian national will appear at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

Jane Dalton1 May 2024 20:35
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Watch: Police Taser suspect

Moment police take down Hainault sword attack suspect captured on home CCTV

The moment police tasered the sword-wielding Hainault suspect on Tuesday, 30 April, was caught on doorbell camera footage. A 14-year-old boy died and four other people were injured in the attack in east London. Authorities confirmed two of those injured were Metropolitan Police officers. A 36-year-old man was tasered and arrested at the scene but has not yet been interviewed because of injuries, the Met said. The incident is not believed to be a targeted attack, nor terror-related, police added. King Charles III has offered his sympathies to “all those affected” by the “horrific” stabbings, “In particular, the family of the young victim who has lost his life,” Buckingham Palace said.

Jane Dalton2 May 2024 04:30
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Horror in Hainault on Tuesday

Jane Dalton2 May 2024 03:20
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Spray and Taser did not subdue suspect, police say

Giving more detail of how the attack happened, Scotland Yard said initial attempts to use incapacitant spray and Taser on the suspect were not effective.

It was not until he was cornered by officers in a driveway and a stun gun fired again that he could be subdued.

Detective Chief Inspector Larry Smith said: “This is an incredibly tragic incident that has resulted in a young boy losing his life and his family devastated.

“On behalf of the family, I would ask that their privacy is respected.

“I know that many people will want answers and we are working to provide them as soon as we can. I would also echo previous calls for patience as my officers carry out a painstaking investigation to deliver justice for Daniel, his family, those injured and the wider community.

“We are starting to build a picture of what happened on Tuesday and I want to thank everyone who has come forward to share dashcam, doorbell and mobile phone footage with us.

“Likewise, thank you to witnesses, who were no doubt terrified by what they saw, and who have made vital contributions to our investigation. Anyone who has not yet spoken to police and has any information should contact us as soon as possible.”

Jane Dalton2 May 2024 02:00
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In pictures: Police officers lay floral tributes to teenager

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Jane Dalton2 May 2024 00:20
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In full: Family and friends of boy stabbed to death ‘devastated and in shock’

Jane Dalton1 May 2024 23:10
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In pictures: Residents leave floral tributes to Daniel

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Jane Dalton1 May 2024 21:03
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Daniel’s death leaves gaping wound, say family

Daniel Anjorin’s family have said he was “a wonderful child” who was well loved and hard-working, adding that his death left “a gaping wound” in the family.

“No family should have to go through what we are experiencing today,” they told told Sky News.

“Any family will understand it’s an absolute tragedy.”

Daniel Anjorin was killed by a man who went on a rampage wielding a sword (Metropolitan Police/PA)
Daniel Anjorin was killed by a man who went on a rampage wielding a sword (Metropolitan Police/PA) (PA Wire)
Jane Dalton1 May 2024 20:51
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Accused also charged with attempted murder and grievous bodily harm

Jaswant Narwal, chief crown prosecutor for CPS London North, said: “The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge Marcus Arduini Monzo with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, who was fatally stabbed in Hainault on Tuesday April 30.

“A further four people – including two police officers – were seriously injured and Monzo has also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.

“He will appear at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on May 2 2024.

“Our thoughts remain firmly with the family of the Daniel and all those who have been impacted by this horrific incident.

“We remind all concerned that criminal proceedings against the defendant are active and that they have a right to a fair trial.

“It is extremely important that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.”

Jane Dalton1 May 2024 20:38
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Man charged with murder

A man has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin following the sword attack in east London on Tuesday, the Metropolitan Police say.

He is Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 36.

Jane Dalton1 May 2024 20:21

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Olivia Rodrigo's Manchester tour dates fall foul of Co-op Live arena fiasco - BBC

Rodrigo smiles at the crowd as she plays piano on stageGetty Images

US singer Olivia Rodrigo has expressed her disappointment after becoming the latest act to fall foul of a crisis at Manchester's troubled Co-op Live arena.

She was due to launch her UK tour with two sold-out gigs at the new venue this weekend, but they have been called off.

The decision came after the arena's opening was postponed for a third time on Wednesday when a fault scuppered a gig by rapper A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie.

Rodrigo told fans she was "sooooo disappointed" not to perform her shows.

"I'm so bummed and I really hope to see you all soon," the chart-topping pop star wrote on Instagram, saying she and her team were "doing our best" to reschedule the concerts.

The decision to postpone major shows by one of the world's biggest artists is another big embarrassment for the Manchester arena after a series of delays.

The £365m venue, the UK's largest indoor arena with space for 23,500 people, was due to be opened by comedian Peter Kay last week, but his shows have been postponed twice.

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Bosses decided Rodrigo's shows could not go ahead after A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie's concert was cancelled at the last minute on Wednesday.

Thousands of his fans were waiting outside the venue when they were informed about the announcement, which came 10 minutes after doors had been due to open.

The arena's operators blamed an incident during the soundcheck, when "a component of the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, used to direct air, separated from the ductwork".

They said no-one had been injured and that they were "deeply sorry", but the whole system would need to be tested for further defects.

Ticket-holders, many of whom had travelled for miles, were left disappointed, and the rapper wrote on social media: "I'm heated about the situation too, but safety first Manchester, I got you, just stay tuned for further info."

Rodrigo's fans have also had their plans wrecked, with many left out of pocket. Scott Tostevin, from Guernsey, had booked flights and a hotel for himself and two friends to see her on Friday night.

He told the BBC the group had spent several hundred pounds on the trip.

"I can either use my flights and hotel to now sit and watch a film in Manchester or lose the money and just cancel it all with no refunds," he said.

The venue's operators, Oak View Group, said they appreciated "the inconvenience" this would cause for "many". The fault had been caused by a "factory defect" with a nozzle used to direct air, they added.

However, staff were unable to verify that other such nozzles were free of similar problems.

Take That on stage
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The next show in the schedule is Keane on Sunday, followed by a five-night residency by Take That next week.

The venue said it understood "the need to reassure fans over future shows", but did not rule out further postponements.

"We are working with artist management and promoters to limit the impact on the opening season schedule," its statement said.

"Where necessary, we will identify alternate dates, and will continually reassess to provide fans with sufficient notice regarding imminent shows.

"Should shows be cancelled or rescheduled, fans will be contacted by their point of purchase and offered a full refund where preferred."

Oak View Group chief executive Tim Leiweke apologised to fans but defended the cancellation.

He added: "The safety and security of all visiting and working on Co-op Live is our utmost priority, and we could not and will not run any event until it is absolutely safe to do so.

"Today was a very unexpected situation but without a doubt the right decision."

Sponsors seek explanation

The Co-operative Group, which sponsors the venue, said it was "shocked" by what had happened.

A spokesperson said: "We are relieved that no-one has been injured, but we share the disappointment and frustration of ticket holders, many of whom are Co-op members, with the continuing delay to the opening of Co-op Live and the disruption that this is causing to everyone who has been looking forward to attending events.

"We will be seeking a full explanation from Oak View Group, who are responsible for the building, to the obvious questions arising from this, together with a clear plan from the Co-op Live venue management team at OVG for opening the venue and postponed and future events."

Last week, Co-op Live's general manager Gary Roden resigned following the initial delays and a backlash over comments he had made about some smaller live music venues being "poorly run".

Rebecca Kane-Burton, who has run the O2 arena in London and Sir Andrew Lloyd-Webber's LW Theatres, was drafted in to replace him.

Rodrigo opened the European section of her Guts world tour in Dublin on Tuesday, but now has a gap in her diary before dates in Glasgow, Birmingham and London.

Her tour made headlines in the US when contraceptives and morning-after pills were handed out at a concert in Missouri, where abortion is banned.

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Hainault sword attack: Man, 36, charged with murder of schoolboy Daniel Anjorin - The Independent

Police attend ‘critical incident’ amid reports of stabbing near Hainault Tube station

A man has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin following the sword attack in Hainault, east London, on Tuesday, the Metropolitan Police say. He is Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 36.

Daniel’s family have said he was “a wonderful child” who was well loved and hard-working, adding that his death left “a gaping wound” in the family.

“No family should have to go through what we are experiencing today,” they told told Sky News.

Friends and teachers have lavishly praised Daniel – who was killed in a sword attack in north London – as “an amazing young man” and a “true scholar”.

Police have pledged to deliver justice for the teenager who attended the same private school as Nottingham stabbing victim Grace O’Malley-Kumar.

Bancroft’s School in Woodford Green, which said it was devastated by his killing, paid tribute to him as “a true scholar, demonstrating commendable dedication to his academic pursuits,” adding: “His positive nature and gentle character will leave a lasting impact on us.”

Grace was killed last June as she tried to save her friend, Barnaby Webber, from their killer Valdo Calocane.

1714592103

Spanish-Brazilian man to face court charged with murder

A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder after 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin was killed in a sword rampage in east London.

Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, of Newham, has also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article, the Metropolitan Police said.

The dual Spanish-Brazilian national will appear at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

Jane Dalton1 May 2024 20:35
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In pictures: Police officers lay floral tributes to teenager

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Jane Dalton2 May 2024 00:20
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In full: Family and friends of boy stabbed to death ‘devastated and in shock’

Jane Dalton1 May 2024 23:10
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In pictures: Residents leave floral tributes to Daniel

(Yui Mok/PA Wire)
(Yui Mok/PA Wire)
(Yui Mok/PA Wire)
Jane Dalton1 May 2024 21:03
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Daniel’s death leaves gaping wound, say family

Daniel Anjorin’s family have said he was “a wonderful child” who was well loved and hard-working, adding that his death left “a gaping wound” in the family.

“No family should have to go through what we are experiencing today,” they told told Sky News.

“Any family will understand it’s an absolute tragedy.”

Daniel Anjorin was killed by a man who went on a rampage wielding a sword (Metropolitan Police/PA)
Daniel Anjorin was killed by a man who went on a rampage wielding a sword (Metropolitan Police/PA) (PA Wire)
Jane Dalton1 May 2024 20:51
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Accused also charged with attempted murder and grievous bodily harm

Jaswant Narwal, chief crown prosecutor for CPS London North, said: “The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge Marcus Arduini Monzo with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, who was fatally stabbed in Hainault on Tuesday April 30.

“A further four people – including two police officers – were seriously injured and Monzo has also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.

“He will appear at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on May 2 2024.

“Our thoughts remain firmly with the family of the Daniel and all those who have been impacted by this horrific incident.

“We remind all concerned that criminal proceedings against the defendant are active and that they have a right to a fair trial.

“It is extremely important that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.”

Jane Dalton1 May 2024 20:38
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Man charged with murder

A man has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin following the sword attack in east London on Tuesday, the Metropolitan Police say.

He is Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 36.

Jane Dalton1 May 2024 20:21
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Family and friends of boy stabbed to death ‘devastated and in shock’

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Jane Dalton1 May 2024 20:01
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Stab victim ‘was amazing, much loved young man'

Friends of victim Daniel Anjorin have praised him as “an amazing young man, much loved by many people”.

Janti Charalambous, whose son attended Snaresbrook Prep School with Daniel, dropped off a bag of supplies to the Anjorin family on Wednesday afternoon.

Afterwards, he said: “Daniel was an amazing young man. He was good at his studies. He was good at his sports. Very much loved by many, many people and came from a wonderful family.

“The family are in shock. Obviously they are very heartbroken. He was such a young boy taken away from his family.

“It’s sad that it’s happened in a family, a community, like this. It’s heartbreaking.

“At least they got their time to spend with Daniel, 14 years. Their faith is sustaining them and we are all supporting them in any shape or form that they need.

“He was a joyful boy — he brought his family lots of joy and his life has just been taken away. Just walking out on his way to school. He was much loved, his family are much loved.

“I was talking to my son and he was so heartbroken, he can remember Daniel driving his little car and playing in the street.

“He said he can’t imagine it happening to his own brother.”

Another friend, Ade Caxton-Cole, who accompanied Janti, said: “They have hope and we have hope that we will all be seeing him one day so long as we have hope in Christ.”

Jane Dalton1 May 2024 16:53
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Victim’s family in shock and heartbroken, say friends

Friends of the family Janti Charalambous and Ade Caxton-Cole have paid tribute to Daniel Anjorin.

They said: “He was a good boy. A lovely boy. [The family] are in shock and are very heartbroken. Such a young boy taken away from a family.

“It is sad it has happened in a community and family like this. It is heartbreaking. We are all supporting them in any way they need.”

Daniel’s school flew its flag at half-mast
Daniel’s school flew its flag at half-mast (Ian West/PA Wire)
Jane Dalton1 May 2024 16:50

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