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Letby Inquiry Report Published Amid Royal Security Review

A highly anticipated inquiry report into the crimes of convicted killer nurse Lucy Letby is set for publication today. This comes as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan, face a review of their publicly funded security following their recent return to the UK, with their children also reportedly changing schools.

In other news, new research has uncovered that the British Crown symbol was branded onto enslaved Africans, highlighting a historical connection to the slave trade. Meanwhile, a positive note emerges from the entertainment world as Welsh actor Matthew Rhys made Emmy Awards history by winning two lead acting prizes in a single night.

The country is also seeing new legislation allowing digital identification for age verification in pubs and shops, while economically, job vacancies have hit a five-year low. Concerns are also being raised about Reform UK's cryptocurrency donations and plans for a digital assets hub, with warnings of potential negative impacts on citizens.

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Royal Family Security and Children's Schooling

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan, will undergo a review of their publicly funded security, and their children are changing schools following their return to the UK as full-time residents.

Jury Trial System and Court Backlogs

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has received a warning against abandoning plans to reduce jury trials, with calls for him to prioritize clearing the significant court backlogs.

Cricketer Ben Stokes' Career Downfall

An investigation explores the rapid and abrupt end to the acclaimed career of English former international cricketer Ben Stokes.

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