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Morning commuters, brace for severe delays on the Piccadilly line due to a signal failure at Rayners Lane. Teams are working to fix it, but expect longer waits, busier trains, and potential journey disruptions. Windrush line has minor delays, and three Tube stations are closed due to staff shortages. Plan ahead, check TfL app for updates.

Guernsey-based investors acquire Jerseys JPRestaurants, securing popular eateries like Banjo, Oyster Box, and Jersey Crab Shack. The deal keeps these venues thriving, with local leaders and the managing director expressing excitement for the partnership. The new owners plan to preserve each spots unique character while making strategic updates, ensuring Jersey diners can enjoy the same great experiences for years to come.

President Trump escalates tensions with NATO and Denmark, pushing for Greenland acquisition, citing strategic value and national security. Denmark and allies push back, warning of global norm violations and potential copycats. Polls show Greenlanders reject US takeover, as tensions rise in the Arctic.

Police in St Helens uncover human remains in a flat, leading to the arrest of a 65-year-old man for preventing a lawful burial and obstructing a coroner. A second man is also arrested, and forensics teams are on the scene. The investigation continues, and anyone with information is urged to come forward.

Residents of Church Court housing complex in Strabane, County Tyrone, are desperate for a solution to a two-year rat infestation. The problem, originating from a nearby work yard, has made daily life unbearable, with rats running wild in back gardens and alleys. Families, including those with children and autistic individuals, are unable to play outside or sleep peacefully due to the infestation. Woven Housing, the property owner, has been taking measures but residents feel its not enough. They urge Woven to take immediate action to end this absolute hell.

UK vet prices surged 63% from 2016 to 2023, with six big companies now controlling 60% of the market. Whistleblower vets allege pressure to upsell, leading to exorbitant costs for pet owners. The CMA reports weak transparency and ownership ties, blaming market concentration for an extra £900 million in costs. Corporate vets defend their practices, but calls for mandatory price lists and clear disclosures grow as the final CMA report is expected this spring.

Finance Secretary Shona Robisons final Scottish Budget faces challenges, with a tight day-to-day spending plan and a significant capital spending gap. Public services grapple with pressures, and opposition groups lobby for support. Robison aims to release a new infrastructure strategy, seeking alliances to pass it. As parties prepare for the election, watch for potential tax and spending shifts to sway voters.

Londons murder rate hits record low, safer than major U.S. cities and European counterparts. Mayor Sadiq Khan credits public health approach and Violence Reduction Unit. Police leaders highlight smarter policing strategies, focusing on drug kingpins and reducing online taunts. Despite progress, challenges remain, particularly for young black men.

Senior Labour MPs are advocating for a new law to compel banks to provide affordable loans to small businesses and low-income areas. Gareth Thomas ten-minute rule bill, inspired by the US Community Reinvestment Act, would mandate banks to report lending to underserved communities and support credit unions. Key supporters include Labour select committee chairs and former shadow chancellors. The bill aims to address the cost of living crisis and promote fair banking, despite facing long odds of passage. Its part of a broader push by backbenchers to challenge government policies and improve financial inclusion.