The 210-year-old Wye Bridge linking Chepstow, Wales, and England has partially reopened for pedestrians and cyclists, after being closed since October due to structural cracks. The Grade I listed cast-iron structure remains highly sensitive to temperature fluctuations, mandating closures if temperatures exceed 30°C or fall below -3°C. Full vehicular access remains suspended.
15-year-old Declan Sawyer died in Swanholme Lakes near Lincoln during a heatwave, prompting his family to issue a warning about the hazards of open water.
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall has pledged to implement new social media restrictions for under-16s by the end of the year, following the conclusion of a government consultation. A complete ban on social media for children, mirroring Australia's approach, remains under consideration.
Next CEO Lord Wolfson states that the number of applicants for retail jobs has nearly doubled in two years, attributing this to a significant fall in entry-level employment opportunities across the UK economy. He criticises government policies, including impending zero-hours contract bans and National Insurance hikes, for exacerbating the issue.
