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De Montfort University campus in Leicester closes amid ‘very serious incident’

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Carlo.Simone@newsquest.co.uk | Carlo Simone
De Montfort University campus in Leicester has been closed by police amid a "very serious incident”
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Anne Hegerty reveals details of new spin-off of The Chase as filming to start soon

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Macaully.Moffat@newsquest.co.uk | Macaully Moffat
Anne Hegerty has confirmed filming for a new travel spin-off The Chase begins in May, as the popular ITV quiz show expands internationally.
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Anne Hegerty reveals details of new spin-off of The Chase as filming to start soon

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Macaully.Moffat@newsquest.co.uk | Macaully Moffat
Anne Hegerty has confirmed filming for a new travel spin-off The Chase begins in May, as the popular ITV quiz show expands internationally.
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Martin Lewis warning to workers on pension auto enrolment and why it is ‘free money’

Posted on February 4, 2026 by jade.wright@newsquest.co.uk | Jade Wright
Millions of UK workers are missing out on 'free money' by opting out of pension auto enrolment, according to consumer expert Martin Lewis.
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Tesco Clubcard vouchers warning as £11m in rewards must be used by February deadline

Posted on February 4, 2026 by jade.wright@newsquest.co.uk | Jade Wright
Tesco customers are being warned to check their accounts urgently as £11 million worth of Tesco Clubcard vouchers are set to expire
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‘Very rare’ Royal Mint Shakespeare £2 coin selling for more than £50 on eBay

Posted on February 4, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
A 'very rare' £2 coin has sold for 26 times its face value because of one subtle error.
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EasyJet issues important warning to Brits planning holidays this year

Posted on February 4, 2026 by joshua.searle@newsquest.co.uk | Joshua Searle
easyJet advises passengers to check their passports before flying and replace them in good time if ripped so they can fly
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Snooker legend and commentator John Virgo dies aged 79 as tributes paid

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Carlo.Simone@newsquest.co.uk | Carlo Simone
John Virgo, who has died aged 79, was known for his playing career in snooker as well as being a commentator for the sport on the BBC
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WhatsApp us to report 7 day guarantees

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Residents in Wandsworth can now use WhatsApp to report a range of local issues in real time, straight from their phone.
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WhatsApp us to report 7 day guarantees

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Residents in Wandsworth can now use WhatsApp to report a range of local issues in real time, straight from their phone.
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Maltese Connection

Clapham Junction is a prehistoric site on Malta near the Dingli Cliffs. It is a complex network of tracks gouged in the rock. Its age and purpose are still a mystery of Maltese history. Beside the megalithic temples it is the most mysterious artefact on Malta. It is reported that the name "Clapham Junction" was given by an Englishman, who later reported that it reminded him of the great and busy railway station Clapham Junction in London.

Platform 1

The old platform 1 has now become platform ZERO. See our main article about Platform 1 at Clapham Junction

Wheelchair users are advised that they should allow an hour for transfer between platforms at Clapham Junction.

Gay Life on TV

Clapham Junction is a 2007 British television film, written by Kevin Elyot, about the experiences of gay men during 36 hours in the Clapham area of London and the consequences when their lives collide. It was broadcast on Channel 4 in July 2007. The drama was shown as part of a short season by Channel 4 to mark the 40th anniversary of decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales.
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