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Nigel Farage has offered to buy a pint for a man who shouted that the Chancellor is a ‘piece of s***’ to her face.

Rachel Reeves was filmed trying to ignore a Reform UK supporter yelling abuse as she tried to do a piece to camera at a petrol station in Leeds.

The man in a truck, flying two St George’s flags, repeatedly shouted over her, causing her take to be ruined.

The driver yelled: ‘Nigel Farage, go on Nigel,’ before telling her: ‘You’re ruining the country. Get Keir Starmer out.’

As he drove off, he continued: ‘I’ve got British flags on. Am I going to get arrested? We’ve got English flags on here, Rachel, am I going to get arrested?’

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Rachel Reeves tried to get her point across at the pumps during a media visit to a Leeds petrol station
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Ms Reeves responded: ‘I love our country. I love our country – and one of the things about our country is good manners.’

He is then heard yelling ‘piece of s***’, at her, before she shouted back ‘Not very British’.

Regaining composure, Reeves joked with reporters: ‘I don’t think he heard the news about the freeze in fuel duty.’

It took moments for the clip to be posted online before Nigel Farage weighed in, adding: ‘I’d like to buy this man a pint.

‘Does anyone know how I can find him?’

A man heckles the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves during her visit to a petrol station in Leeds (Picture: Jacob King/PA Wire)

The clash came as Labour faces mounting pressure following heavy losses in recent local and devolved elections, raising fresh questions about Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership.

Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister confirmed the 5p per litre fuel duty cut, first introduced in March 2022, will be extended until the end of the year.

That means duty will remain at just under 53p per litre, with previously planned rises now scrapped.

Fuel prices have surged in recent months, with petrol up around 26p per litre and diesel up 44p since late February amid disruption linked to tensions in the Middle East.

Ms Reeves said the move would give families and businesses ‘certainty’.

‘This isn’t a war we started or joined,’ she said. ‘But it is having an impact here in the UK… and I recognise the challenges people are facing.’

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PSG boss Luis Enrique names what Arsenal are ‘best in the world’ at ahead of Champions League final

Luis Enrique is expecting a tough test against Arsenal in Budapest (Picture: Getty Images)

Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique has hailed Champions League final opponents Arsenal as the best team in the world without the ball.

The Ligue 1 and Premier League champions will meet in the Budapest final on May 30, having met in last season’s semi-finals.

PSG came through those two legs, winning 3-1 on aggregate, before thrashing Inter Milan 5-0 in the final.

The French team go in as favourites to defend their Champions League title against the Gunners and Enrique recognises they have a tough skillset to compete with.

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Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, the day after Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions, the PSG boss said of the Gunners: ‘I think they deserve to win the league — they have had a brilliant season.

‘We have already played against this Arsenal side, so we know what they are capable of.

‘Without the ball, they are the best team in the world, and with it they can score a lot. It is a wonderful combination for them.

Luis Enrique got the better of Mikel Arteta in last year’s Champions League semi-final (Picture: Getty Images)

‘It makes sense that we are facing them in the final. We can look forward to a truly great final.’

Enrique has won the Champions League with both PSG and Barcelona, with three Ligue 1 and two La Liga titles to his name as well.

Arteta’s Premier League triumph this season is his first top flight title so is lagging long behind his compatriot when it comes to silverware, but has impressed Enrique.

The Arsenal squad celebrated their Premier League title win on Tuesday night (Picture: Getty Images)

‘When you look at Arsenal’s stats, you can see that Mikel Arteta is a leader as a manager, who has instilled a winning mentality in the team,’ said Enrique.

‘They have been improving for several seasons now; they love the ball, but they are the best team in Europe without it.

‘They won the Premier League and they’re in the Champions League final this year after reaching the semi-finals last season. They deserve to be there, and Arteta instils a competitive spirit in his players.’

Arsenal come into the Champions League final full of confidence (Picture: Getty Images)

He added: ‘The most important thing for us is to focus more on ourselves and less on the opposition. That is what we will continue to do.

‘We are talking about the best club competition in Europe, so yes, there’s an element of adaptation — because the standard is very high.’

Arteta was full of praise for both Luis Enrique’s PSG and Vincent Kompany’s Bayern Munich after the first leg of their semi-final this year.

He loved what he saw from both sides, but said both domestic leagues they compete in are a ‘different world’ from the Premier League.

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‘Bayern-PSG is probably the best game I have ever witnessed on the quality of two teams, and especially the individual quality that the players deliver,’ said Arteta earlier this month.

‘I’ve never seen something like this. But when I look at the amount of minutes and the freshness of those players, then I’m not surprised. To deliver those moments of quality, you have to be very fresh and the difference in the leagues and the way they compete is night and day, and you just have to see a lot of stats that have been recently around it.

‘We are competing in two different worlds, so you cannot compare one part of that without giving any context to that. I don’t think it’s fair.’

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Emi Martinez speaks out on ‘right choice’ of failed Manchester United move

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez came close to leaving last year (Picture: Getty Images)

Emiliano Martinez says he made the ‘right choice’ by staying at Aston Villa, after his failed move to Manchester United last summer.

It didn’t seem like it was exactly his choice when the Red Devils opted to sign Senne Lammens on transfer deadline day in September.

Martinez had looked extremely likely to leave Villa Park, waving to the fans with tears in his eyes on the final home game of the 2024/25 season.

The World Cup winner was left out of the Villa squad as they hosted Crystal Palace on August 31, with Marco Bizot starting in goal.

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It looked as though this was the signal that Martinez was about to depart, although Unai Emery gave little away, responding to questions on the Argentinian’s future by repeating: ‘Bizot. Marco Bizot.’

However, Martinez went nowhere and was back in the team for the next Premier League outing, remaining first choice ever since.

Old Trafford had appeared to be where the ‘keeper was heading, but the Red Devils opted to bring in Lammens instead, a move which has proved largely successful so far.

Senne Lammens has had an impressive first season at Manchester United (Picture: Getty Images)

The 33-year-old is now preparing for the Europa League final with Villa on Wednesday night, when they take on Freiburg in Istanbul, and he says he is pleased with how everything played out.

‘Well, I say goodbye and I cry when I left my family from Argentina to England as well,’ Martinez said of his tears at the end of last season. ‘Sometimes football can change, managers can come in and go. You know, in football people move around the place. It doesn’t mean that I don’t have full respect for the club. I love the club.

‘I have a commitment with Aston Villa. I am a World Cup winner with Aston Villa, I have won two Golden Gloves with Aston Villa. I will always and forever love this club. One day I am going to retire, so someone else will need to be between the sticks.

Martinez cut an emotional figure at Villa Park in May last year (Picture: Getty Images)

‘Listen, I am in a European final and we have got Champions League again with all the circumstances that we have had and battles we have had this year. We are one of the lowest spenders in the Premier League.

‘We have a top coach, a top captain [John McGinn] and a decent core of the team. When we stick together and when we fight together, I think that we can beat anybody. I am really proud to stay – I made the right choice.’

Martinez has been full of praise for Emery, who is bidding for a fifth Europa League title on Wednesday, having won the competition three times with Sevilla and once with Villarreal.

‘I think we deserve it, I think the fans deserve it, and obviously the manager has had four or five finals in this competition,’ said the goalkeeper.

Unai Emery is bidding for a fifth Europa League title (Picture: AVFC/2026 Aston Villa)

‘We don’t wish anyone else apart from him on the bench tomorrow, he doesn’t have to do the European final, but listen, every time I go into a final I never think I always think about the outcome.

‘I always think about where I come from, leaving my family behind when I was young. When I’m in the game, whatever happens, I know how tough times are in England.

‘When I was young, I missed my family. Even now, I’m a World Cup winner, and a few titles for the national team, but two things about that young kid who left Argentina to save his family from poverty.’

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Southampton thrown out of Championship play-offs over Spygate and face further punishment

Southampton manager Tonda Eckert will not be leading his team out at Wembley (Picture: Getty Images)

Southampton have been thrown out of the Championship play-offs over the Spygate scandal, with Middlesbrough taking their place in the final against Hull City.

The Saints have also been handed a four-point deduction that will be applied at the start of next season.

Middlesbrough accused Southampton of sending a member of staff to spy on a training session ahead of their play-off semi-final first leg, a charge the Saints have since admitted and have gone on to admit regulation breaches regarding two other Championship matches this season.

The Championship play-off final is scheduled for this Saturday (May 23) but Southampton now have the right to appeal the decision from the English Football League (EFL).

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The EFL have stated that any appeal will be heard and resolved on Wednesday May 20, but admit that the crunch Wembley fixture could be changed again.

An EFL statement read: ‘An Independent Disciplinary Commission has today expelled Southampton from the Sky Bet Championship Play-Offs after the Club admitted to multiple breaches of EFL Regulations related to the unauthorised filming of other Clubs’ training.

‘In addition, the Club has received a four-point deduction that will be applied to the 2026/27 Championship table, alongside a reprimand in respect of all the charges.

The Southampton spy at Middlesbrough’s training ground (Picture: Daily Mail)

‘The effect of today’s order is that Middlesbrough are reinstated into the 2026 Play-Offs and will proceed to the Play-Off Final against Hull City. The final remains scheduled for Saturday 23 May, with the kick-off time to be confirmed.

‘Southampton was first charged on Friday 8 May, with further charges issued on Sunday 17 May in relation to additional breaches during the 2025/26 season. Those additional charges arose from matters identified after the initial proceedings involving Middlesbrough were initiated.

‘Southampton admitted breaches of Regulations requiring Clubs to act with the utmost good faith and prohibiting the observation of another Club’s training session within 72 hours of a scheduled match. The admitted breaches concern fixtures against Oxford United in December 2025, Ipswich Town in April 2026 and Middlesbrough in May 2026.

‘Southampton has a right to appeal the Commission’s decision in accordance with EFL Regulations and the parties are working to try and resolve any appeal on Wednesday 20 May. Subject to the outcome, it could result in a further change to Saturday’s fixture.

Southampton celebrating their win over Middlesbrough last week (Picture: Getty Images)

‘The EFL is now in discussion with all three Clubs regarding the implications of today’s decision and will make a further announcement in due course.

‘The Commission’s full written reasons will also be published in due course.’

Middlesbrough were beaten 1-0 on aggregate by Southampton in the play-off semi-finals, but are now preparing to face Hull this weekend for a place in the Premier League.

Southampton fans mocked the spying charges (Picture: Getty Images)

A statement from Middlesbrough read: ‘Middlesbrough Football Club welcomes the outcome of today’s Disciplinary Commission hearing.

‘We believe this sends out a clear message for the future of our game regarding sporting integrity and conduct.

‘As a club, we are now focused on our game against Hull City at Wembley on Saturday.’

Hull beat Millwall 2-0 on aggregate to reach the play-off final.

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Is Starmer fixing the ‘Brexit mess’ created by Farage? Readers discuss

Readers discuss the ex-Brexit party Reform, Starmer’s prospects and the power of a vote (Picture: Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

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Is Streeting's stance on rejoining the EU 'odd'?

Culture secretary Lisa Nandy called it
‘a bit odd’ that Wes Streeting chose to highlight the possibility of rejoining the EU in his opening pitch to be the next prime minister (Metro, Mon).

It wasn’t in the least bit odd. Best for Britain found 83% of Labour supporters want to rejoin. LabourList says it’s 87% of party members.

What is odd is Labour politicians who don’t know or feign ignorance of this overwhelming pro-European view among their supporters.

Especially weird if they want to become or remain Labour leader and PM.

‘The answer has to be bigger, it has to be the sort of things this government is focusing on around good jobs, housing, living standards, cost of energy, opportunities for young people,’ said Ms Nandy. In other words, the sort of things Brexit has had a severe, negative impact on. Peter Brown, Cleckheaton

Monster Raving Loony Party antics

The Official Monster Raving Loony Party’s leader Alan ‘Howlin’ Laud Hope has expressed his intention to contest the Makerfield by-election.

This is the by-election in which Labour leadership hopeful Andy Burnham is hoping to see off Reform and pave his way to No.10.

Laud Hope should stand on a platform of keeping Sir Keir Starmer as prime minister, since that will not be the policy of any other candidate. David Lindsay, Lancaster

Is voting for Reform ‘blind?

I am sick and tired of people like TG (MetroTalk, Wed) talking about people who ‘blindly’ voted for Reform.

These people didn’t vote ‘blindly’ – they voted with a clear and concise mind as having seen the Conservatives on trial for 14 years followed by along another bunch of stupids, led by the most boring chap in politics, to make a mess of it all.

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If that’s not enough to make you look beyond the two mainstream parties then get with the programme, TG, you old-fashioned I’m-afraid-of-change fud.

No one is voting blind – it’s all to do with performance and it does not matter who Labour puts in, they are finished.

Likely as always this will never be published as it’s probably a Labour ‘icky’ reading this with bias. Peter, Bexley

‘Hardly an excuse why Brexit failed to gift us any improvements’

Julian (MetroTalk, Mon) says EU fans cannot provide any negative impacts of note Brexit has had on the UK but then relies on false information and excuses about Covid and the war in Ukraine.

Both of these events have affected the economy of countries across the world, not just our own, so they are hardly excuses for why Brexit has struggled to gift us any improvements.

And while Julian is correct that we have increased our trade with the
rest of the world, he avoids that
when we were a member of the EU, we were paid hundreds of billions for our exports.

But while we are now ‘free’ to trade with the rest of the world, the deals our governments have since managed to arrange fact bring in a fraction of the money we previously saw.

And that’s on top of all the additional paperwork and fees we face for products to be shipped through Europe – all the red tape we were warned we’d have to deal with if we left the EU.

Although I imagine, just like back in the day, this will be something else Julian brushes off as ‘Project Fear’ cwhile burying his head in the sand because he doesn’t want to hear about all the real issues. Matthew, Birmingham

‘Do cabinet members accept no responsibility forth government’s unpopularity?’

The blame for the current situation with the Labour Party (and British politics in general) all seems to have landed at the feet of the current PM.

Do the cabinet members accept no responsibility for the government’s unpopularity? If not, what have they been doing for the past two years?

The problem is not the current leader but all those who want to have a go at the job to boost their egos rather than showing a united front.

I sincerely hope the farce unfolding in Manchester with its mayor/wannabe Labour leader-in-waiting Andy Burnham, leaves them with egg on their faces – losing an MP in Makerfield and a mayor might just teach them a lesson about duty and loyalty.

However, I suspect if this happens it will just again be laid on the shoulders of Sir Keir Starmer and not seen as reflection of their arrogance. Alan, Watford

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Spitfire could return to production 90 years after first flight

The new prototype model of the Aerolite Spitfire Type 433, which will tour festivals and air shows this summer (Picture: PA)

A group of enthusiasts and engineers are looking to revive one of the Britain’s most iconic war aircraft.

During the Battle of Britain, German commander Adolf Galland was asked by Herman Goering what his pilots needed to defeat the British.

In his frustration, he replied ‘I should like an outfit of Spitfires for my squadron’.

Now designers have drafted up a new model of the Supermarine Spitfire, which first took to the sky in 1936.

The Aerolite Spitfire Type 433 has been developed using wartime plans to replace aluminium with a composite material known as Gordon Aerolite.

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It has been built for £750,000, significantly less than the £3million needed to acquire a classic Spitfire.

Only a dozen of the original two-seater aircraft are thought to remain operational.

The weather resistant properties of the new composite material will avoid the need for the plane to be stored in a hangar.

The model uses a composite material instead of traditional aluminium, making it weather resistant and able to be stored outside (Picture: PA)

After being unveiled in Bodmin, Cornwall, the new model will tour 10 air shows and military and motor festivals this summer.

The project’s backers hope to get the model flying within two-and-a-half years.

Jeremy Meeson, the chief executive of Great British Supermarine Ltd, said: ‘The moment is right to reimagine the Supermarine Spitfire because today’s materials, propulsion, and digital engineering finally let us evolve an icon without losing what made it exceptional.

‘This design stays true to its 1940s’ lineage – lightweight performance, balance, and pilot connection – while introducing advanced composites, modern power systems, and intelligent avionics.

‘Just as the original Spitfire pushed the limits of its time, this one does the same.’

A Ministry of Defence Spitfire painted specially for the aircraft’s 90th anniversary (Picture: PA)

He added: ‘Aerolite anticipates a brisk progress towards full production with significant interest from UK and international buyers and investors.’

The original Spitfire became a defining symbol of the Second World War, playing a crucial part in the Battle of Britain.

David Spencer Evans, a former chairman of the Spitfire Society and the Spitfire Heritage Trust, said the new project would ‘continue the Spitfire story’.

He hailed the original plane as a ‘wonderful machine’.

‘Every red-blooded Brit has some affection for the Spitfire. It’s something beautiful’, he said.

But he added: ‘We are looking at a number of air shows this year to gauge the interest and also to invite potential investors to the project because it’s going to be an expensive business getting the prototype flying.’

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Search for man who threatened to behead ‘dirty Jews’ in London

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Police are hunting a man who threatened to behead ‘dirty Jews’ in a shocking antisemitic clip.

Viral footage showed a man saying ‘f*** Israel’ and ‘big up Palestine’ before he claimed that Jews are ‘gonna (sic) get beheaded one-by-one’.

He added: ‘Palestine will be free. But Israel, if I catch that government, on my mother’s life, I will f*** you out.’

A different man then came into the camera’s shot and seemingly gestured for him to stop his rant.

Undeterred, the man continued to chant: ‘Free, free Palestine. From the river to the sea (Palestine will be free).’

The outburst was branded ‘horrific’ by a Jewish community policing group (Picture: X/@Shomrim)

The chant, which is often heard at pro-Palestine demonstrations, has been branded antisemitic by some Jewish groups who claim that it calls for the destruction of Israel.

In response, the Metropolitan Police said its officers attended Whitechapel Road in Tower Hamlets, east London, after they became aware of the clip yesterday afternoon.

A force spokesman said officers were carrying out ‘urgent inquiries to identify the man’.

‘We understand that incidents like this cause significant concern and we take all reports incredibly seriously,’ he added.

‘Hate crime of any kind has no place in our communities.’

The footage was highlighted by Jewish community group Shomrim (London North & East), which branded the man’s words ‘horrific’.

In a post, the organisation said it was ‘aware of the fact that the Orthodox Jewish community is exceptionally concerned about these threats’.

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It explained that it was ‘working closely’ with the Met and hoped this would reassure London’s sizable Jewish Orthodox community.

British Jews have faced numerous attacks since the war in Gaza erupted between Hamas and Israel in October 2023.

It has since spilt out in the wider Middle East, leading to the involvement of numerous other countries, including Lebanon, Iran, and the USA.

Controversy over the actions of Benjamin Netanyahu’s Israeli government, particularly against Palestinians, has prompted protests to be held across the globe as well as accusations of genocide.

This has been strenuously denied by Israel, which insists it is battling the proscribed terror group Hamas.

Amid this backdrop, Jews across the UK are facing rising antisemitism, with incidents rising four per cent last year, according to charity Community Security Trust (CST).

This has contributed to the ‘normalisation’ of antisemitism in the UK, according to the UK and Commonwealth’s Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis.

He spoke after a man was charged with trying to murder two Jewish men in Golders Green, north-west London, earlier this month.

Essa Suleiman, 45, is also accused of trying to murder a long-time friend.

The incident came shortly before the UK’s Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre raised the national threat level to severe, meaning an attack is highly likely in the next six months.

Around the same time, the Met said that London’s Jewish communities will be further protected by a dedicated team of 100 additional officers.

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley previously said 300 extra officers were needed across the capital as he warned of a growing ‘pandemic’ of antisemitism in the UK.

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Eurovision plagued by technical drama just hours before grand final

Technical difficulties plagued Eurovision Friday as acts like the UK’s Look Mum No Computer were rehearsing (Picture: Getty Images)

With just hours to go before Europe’s biggest night of sequins and geopolitical tension, Eurovision’s grand final rehearsal suffered an awkward technical mishap that forced organisers to abruptly restart the show.

Friday’s rehearsal at Vienna’s Stadthalle arena hit problems almost immediately when a curtain failed to open properly during the opening segment, partially obscuring last year’s winner JJ as he performed his winning track Wasted Love.

Instead of the dramatic opening organisers were presumably hoping for, media and invited guests were left watching Austria’s Eurovision champion trapped behind staging.

The rehearsal was quickly halted and restarted, with the curtain functioning properly on the second attempt.

Thankfully for frazzled organisers, the rest of the run-through appeared to continue largely without major disaster,although not entirely without chaos.

At one point, stage props for Alexandra Capitanescu’s pop-metal performance of Choke Me reportedly failed to arrive in time, forcing presenters Victoria Swarovski and Michael Ostrowski to improvise live on stage while the production team scrambled behind the scenes.

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The curtain failed when Austrian singer Johannes Pietsch aka JJ was on stage (Picture: Getty Images)

The rehearsal opened with Soren Torpegaard Lund representing Denmark with For Vi Gar Hjem, mirroring the running order planned for Saturday night’s final.

Meanwhile, Israel’s contestant Noam Bettan completed his rehearsal performance of Michelle without interruption, following months of renewed controversy surrounding Israel’s inclusion in the contest.

During Tuesday’s semi-final, Bettan’s qualification was overshadowed by audible boos and shouting from sections of the audience, while protests have continued across Vienna over Israel’s participation amid the ongoing war in Gaza.

Several countries — including Ireland, Iceland, Spain, Slovenia and Netherlands — are boycotting this year’s contest.

Israel’s participation in the contest has continued to be controversial (Picture: Christian Bruna/Getty Images)

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Earlier this week, Amnesty International criticised the European Broadcasting Union for refusing to suspend Israel from Eurovision, calling the decision a ‘blatant double standard’ in comparison to Russia’s exclusion following the invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Elsewhere in Friday’s rehearsal, UK entrant Look Mum No Computer — real name Sam Battle — rehearsed his chaotic synth-pop performance of Eins, Zwei, Drei in 14th place in the running order.

Alexandra Căpitănescu props reportedly arrived late during Friday’s rehearsal (Picture: Tristan Fewings/Getty Images)

Former Neighbours star Delta Goodrem also took to the stage for Australia, while former Love Island contestant Antigoni Buxton rehearsed for Cyprus ahead of her performance later in the final.

Another full rehearsal is due to take place Friday evening in front of a live audience before the grand final airs on Saturday night on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

And if Eurovision has taught us anything over the years, it’s that if the curtain malfunction is the biggest disaster by the end of the weekend, organisers should probably count themselves lucky.

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Three sharing courses and a cocktail at Gouqi by Tong Chee Hwee for £35

Chef Tong returns to London’s dining scene at Gouqi, bringing his acclaimed expertise from Singapore, Malaysia, and Hakkasan. Enjoy top-tier dining for just £35 per person (down from £45) , featuring a Supreme royal dim sum platter, Taiwanese three-cup chicken pot, or Claypot silken egg tofu with seasonal vegetables and steamed jasmine rice. Experience elevated Chinese cuisine that delights!

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Get 25% off bowling, pizza and drink at the world’s best bowling alley*

Experience bowling like never before at Vintners Lanes, Greenwich’s newest boutique hotspot, where industrial-chic design meets vintage charm. Recently crowned Best in the World at the 40th Annual Bowling Centre Architecture and Design Awards, this six-lane stunner serves up more than just strikes. With this exclusive offer, score 25% off a game of bowling, a fresh pizza, and your choice of pint, glass of wine, spirit and mixer or soft drink. Just fancy the lanes? You can grab a bowling session on its own from just £8.95 — the perfect reason to gather your mates and bowl the night away.

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60% off the ultimate BYOB pasta making class at Ann's Smart School of Cookery

If your idea of pasta-making is tearing open a packet, it might be time to level up. Ann’s Smart School of Cookery has been running for nearly two decades, teaching thousands of Londoners (and beyond) how to turn out restaurant-worthy dishes in a laid-back, hands-on setting. For this class, you’ll be guided by professional chefs through an Italian-inspired menu: fluffy focaccia with balsamic dip, fresh spinach and ricotta cannelloni in a proper tomato sauce, and a creamy asparagus risotto with rocket. You’ll cook, taste and pick up kitchen tips you’ll actually use back home. Whether you fancy showing off to mates at your next dinner party or just want to sharpen your skills, this is a delicious way to spend an autumn afternoon.

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Enjoy a Tapas Fiesta menu to share at Salt Yard Goodge Street for £30

Savour Spanish-Italian fusion with a mouthwatering small-plate feast at Salt Yard for just £30 per person. Enjoy dishes like padron peppers, poached chorizo picante, and truffle arancino, all crafted by Head Chef Panajot Prifti, plus cinnamon-dipped churros to finish. Don’t miss this unbeatable dining experience!

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Enjoy over 50% off a spring clean with Housekeep

A sparkling home without the effort. Housekeep connects you with highly rated cleaners trusted for millions of cleans and a near-perfect 4.9-star average. Book a one, two or three-hour clean and tailor it to suit your space. Add extras like indoor windows, laundry or ironing, and leave notes so your cleaner knows exactly what you need. Everything is arranged in minutes through the app or website. Right now you can take 50% off house cleans from £22.45, making it an easy way to reset your space and enjoy that just-cleaned feeling at home.

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Unwind with a five-star luxury experience for two at The Spa at Athenaeum Hotel

Do you feel that? It’s the feeling of a long-awaited self-care day on the horizon! Invite a friend or partner to escape the hustle and bustle of central London and share a five-star luxury experience at Mayfair’s Athenaeum Hotel Spa. Spend a relaxing hour in the wet area, sauna, steam rooms and hot tub, then take your pick from a facial and body wrap treatment or massage. All this with a glass of bubbly for 40% off – you’ll find it hard to say no.

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Get the ultimate BYOB pottery experience from just £23 at Token Studio

Unleash your creativity at Token Studio with a fun 90-minute session! Try your hand at the potter’s wheel, create miniature pottery, or learn hand-building techniques. Prefer design? Opt for pottery painting and customize a mug, plate, or bowl. Plus, bring your favourite drinks to enjoy while you craft!

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