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FUNERAL directors must be regulated to stop rogue operators, warn experts investigating the NHS morgue monster David Fuller.

Fuller was sentenced to life in prison for murdering two women and sexually abusing the bodies of more than 100 at hospitals in Kent.

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David Fuller was jailed for murder and sexually abusing dead women’s bodies at the hospital where he worked[/caption]

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The Fuller Inquiry warned current rules mean anyone can set up a funeral home (stock image)[/caption]

Sir Jonathan Michael, chair of the inquiry into his crimes, said the funeral industry needs urgent reform.

He said he has sped up his work due to “recent distressing reports”.

Three people were arrested in the summer in connection with a funeral home in Hull, East Yorks, after families found loved ones’ remains had been mixed up or lost.

Past incidents have seen bodies treated inappropriately or left to rot in funeral parlours.

NHS hospital mortuaries have also been found to be too small, too warm or not properly secured.

Anyone can set themselves up as a funeral director and keep the bodies in their garage without anybody being able to stop them. That cannot be right

Sir Jonathan Michael Chair of the Fuller Inquiry

The Fuller inquiry found funeral directors do not need a licence, qualifications or training, and described the sector as an “unregulated free-for-all”.

Sir Jonathan said: “It is clear to me that many people believe or assume that the sector is already regulated, and they are shocked to find this is not the case. 

“The fact is that anyone can set themselves up as a funeral director. 

“They could do it from their home and keep the bodies of the deceased in their garage without anybody being able to stop them. 

“That cannot be right.

“My hope is that publishing this interim report now will assist both the Government and the funeral sector itself to take steps that assure the public that care in the funeral sector is fit for purpose. 

“We need a regulatory regime that will not tolerate any form of abuse or any practices that compromise the security and dignity of the deceased.”

Health Secretary Wes Streeting said: “The Government is committed to preventing any similar atrocities happening again and ensuring
that the deceased are safeguarded and treated with dignity.”

THE cost to Prem clubs of injuries has more than doubled over just four years.

Top flight clubs paid out £266m in wages to players who were NOT available last term.

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Man Utd were most affected by injuries last season[/caption]

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Lisandro Martinez spent a long spell on the sidelines[/caption]

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Harry Maguire also suffered injury problems[/caption]

And Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag’s gripes about his side’s injury woes WERE justified – as the Old Trafford club came out top of the crocks.

With the international players’ union Fifpro having now launched legal action against Fifa in a bid to force the scrapping of next summer’s Club World Cup, the latest edition of the European Football Injury index by insurance brokers Howden could not have been better-timed.

Howden found Prem clubs suffered 915 injuries last season, adding up to one every 94 minutes of match action..

While that was slightly down from the previous campaign, the salaries paid to injured players rose to a new high – and compares to the £113m cost as recently as the 2020-21 season.

And the average amount of time players are spending on the sidelines because of injury has ALSO doubled.

This season has already seen Manchester City star Rodri ruled out for the rest of the campaign, Liverpool gearing up to be without Alisson for six weeks or more and Arsenal lose Martin Odegaard for over a month.

United were the worst-hit in all of Europe’s big five leagues in cash terms, with 75 injury absences seeing £39.81m spent on players Ten Hag could not select.

And Newcastle’s return to the Champions League took its toll as well, with Eddie Howe’s men suffering a Prem-high 76 injuries across the season and losing 14 players last December, coinciding with the climax of their Group Stage campaign.

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The report states: “The overall injury severity figure in the Premier League has almost doubled since 2021 from 15 days to 28 days.

“That would potentially infer that the Premier League is the most competitive by workload and overall strain on playing squads.

“Across the five major European leagues, the 2023-24 season saw a record high in both injuries and cost as leading clubs and players continue to contend with fixture congestion and the overall effects on injury susceptibility

“It will be fair to expect a continuation of this upwards trajectory.

“The squad depth of clubs will continue to be tested particularly with the impending introduction of the new Club World Cup

“But the cost of injuries in the Premier League has also risen markedly in comparison with the other four ‘Big Five’ leagues.”

United’s issue switch injuries hit their height in April with Ten Hag without 16 players at various stages in the penultimate month of the campaign.

According to Howden, the Old Trafford side, Newcastle, Chelsea – whose injuries last term came at an average cost of £540,000 – and Liverpool all suffered “above average” issues over the past four seasons.

Howden’s James Burrows said: “United have been hard hit in terms of player absences and the impact on team performances. But this has happened to a significant number of clubs.”

Between my habit of tugging at my hair, bleaching it to get that balayage look, frying it with heat, and the chilly weather, my hair’s ended up like a dry, brittle mess.

I’ve been on the hunt for a budget-friendly hair miracle to fix all this, and honestly, I thought it would be a tough find.

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But Tresemmé’s Lamellar Shine Bundle has been the lifesaver my long hair was crying out for.

This haircare bundle brought my hair back to life after just one go, and I was super impressed, especially since it only costs £13 at Boots.

This set has four goodies in it: a shampoo and conditioner from the Lamellar line, a Leave-In Cream Serum, and an Instant Shine Mask.

If you grabbed each of these separately, you’d be looking at £21, but snagging the bundle for £13 is a total bargain in my book.

The only thing missing is the Finishing Oil, which is currently on offer for £5, down from £10, and it can give your dry, styled hair that extra glossy touch.

But if I had to pick just one must-have from the bundle, it’s definitely the Leave-In Cream Serum, now going for £3.50 in Boots’ half-price sale.

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This four-piece set is a great way to try out all the hair products without spending a ton, plus you get to treat yourself to some pampering.

The Lamellar Shine Cream was the first thing I tried from the bunch, and it really impressed me.

I’m all about easy-to-use hair products since I don’t do much with my hair routine.

I try not to overload my scalp and hair with too many products because it’s already fragile, especially after years of tugging at it.

That’s why I’m all for this lightweight, leave-in serum. You can use it as a leave-in conditioner after washing your hair, and you don’t have to rinse it out.

You can also use it after shampooing by working it in and rinsing it out, but I haven’t tried that yet since I prefer quick hair solutions, and leave-ins are just way more convenient.

Excited to give this stuff a go, I washed my hair with some shampoo and conditioner I was trying to use up, then put it on my damp hair.
This stuff glided through my knotty hair like a dream.

As my hair dried, it totally calmed down the frizz and flyaways I usually deal with and boosted my hair’s shine, which was awesome since it had been looking super dry lately.

Even when I styled my hair with my favourite Shark FlexStyle or the various Dyson Airwrap dupes I’ve tried over the years, it stayed shiny and felt incredibly smooth.

I even gave it a shot on dry hair between washes, and it didn’t make my hair oily. Instead, it gave my locks a nice hydration boost and brought my style back to life.

Then, I decided to go all-in with the whole set for a well-deserved pamper session, and once again, I was pretty impressed.

I used Tresemmé’s Lamellar Shampoo and Conditioner during my usual haircare routine, giving my scalp a good massage.

After that, I slapped on the hair mask on damp hair for five minutes, rinsed it out, and finished up with the leave-in serum for a complete haircare overhaul.

I don’t usually stick to such a hardcore routine, but I decided to try it to get my hair looking healthy again. It worked like a charm, and the effects lasted a good while too.

I don’t do these steps every day, but lately, I’ve been sticking to using the shampoo and conditioner, plus the leave-in treatment, and honestly, that’s enough to keep my hair silky, smooth, and shiny without any frizz.

Seems like there’s some hair magic happening behind the scenes too.
Every product in Tresemmé’s Lamellar line is loaded with amino acids and ceramides to heal, nourish, and fix up damaged hair, while also giving it that shiny finish.

The Lamellar Technology works its magic on each hair strand at a deep level, sealing the hair for a silky finish, making it stronger, and leaving it healthier overall.

Someone explained the cool science to me by saying it repairs your hair from top to bottom, instead of side to side. This helps fix split ends and cuts down on frizz, and I believe it really does the trick.

My hair not only feels super soft and shiny, but I’ve even gotten compliments on how great it smells, and I’ve got Tresemmé’s awesome products to thank for that.

It’s unclear how long the discount on the Tresemmé Lamellar range will stick around, so I highly suggest you grab the whole set right away!

While you’re shopping the Boots sale, keep your eyes peeled for this scalp serum from L’Oreal.

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GOOGLE’S highly-anticipated Android 15 upgrade is finally landing on smartphones today with a bunch of mega new features.

The tech giant made the unusual step of releasing a brand new device, the Pixel 9 series, without the new operating system loaded on it in August.

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Google has gone big on anti-theft and privacy this time around on Android[/caption]

From today, Pixel handsets will receive the bumper upgrade.

Among the biggest additions are improved security features following a wave of phone thefts.

More than 200 smartphones are snatched every day in the UK currently — some 78,000 a year.

The rate is the highest for over a decade, Home Office statistics reveal, with overall thefts from a person increasing by more than a third.

Earlier this year, Google revealed a genius deterrent called Theft Detection Lock which automatically locks a smartphone if it’s snatched out of your hands by a thief, meaning they can’t raid your bank accounts while it’s unlocked.

AI cleverly detects the sort of motion associated with snatches followed by running biking or driving away.

Android 15 also boasts extra protections that prevent thieves from guessing your passwords and accessing sensitive information.

Elsewhere on your phone, you’ll now find a private space where you can keep apps you don’t know want to keep hidden from view.

But aside from security and privacy, there are some other useful tools to use.

For photography lovers, there’s low light boost and in-app camera controls which now work better in low-light conditions.

Third-party apps also have more camera control, like more precise flash control.

Android users will also be able to use satellite connectivity to send and receive messages without a mobile or Wi-Fi connection for emergencies.

The upgrade is rolling out to eligible Pixel handsets from today.

But some new features are limited to newer models.

Isolate sounds with Audio Magic Eraser is now available to reduce distracting sounds in your videos, like howling winds or noisy crowds – only avaialble for Pixel 8 and newer.

New editing capabilities let you adjust specific sounds to make them louder or quieter too.

Even the Pixel Weather app has had some work done with a pollen tracker added so people can check current pollen index levels, pollen types and forecasts before stepping outside.

And specifically for the UK and Japan, Call Screen has been improved.

Google says a more human-sounding voice can talk to the caller and show you what they’re saying in real time, helping you decide if you want to pick up.

And Brit users will have access to improved replies as well, so you can respond to things like appointment confirmations and reservations without having to answer the phone.

A MAJOR police department has splashed out on a $150,000 Tesla Cybertruck – but it won’t be used to chase criminals.

The quirky EV, which has faced multiple recalls since its release last year – including issues with the accelerator and windshield wipers – comes kitted out with flashing lights and a storage space for weapons.

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A major police department has splashed out on a $150,000 Tesla Cybertruck[/caption]

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But the kitted out EV won’t be used by the PD to chase criminals[/caption]

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The Elon Musk creation comes with flashing lights and police graphics on the side[/caption]

Police in California unveiled the new vehicle for their Irvine fleet in a recent video shared on social media, revealing that it is “the first police cybertruck in the nation.”

But while it may look the part, the Cybertruck is unlikely to see any proper action and will be mostly used for show.

The Irvine Police department plans to use the Elon Musk creation as part of its Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program in a bid to make its anti-drug events at schools more engaging.

However, the Irvine PD said it will still be capable of responding to emergencies and assisting the local community when required.

In a post on their Facebook page, the department said: “For over three decades, our D.A.R.E. officers have driven attention-grabbing and one-of-a-kind vehicles that never fail to turn heads and excite student.”

Irvine’s D.A.R.E. program, which has been running for 40 years, is known for using unique vehicles to connect with students.

Police spokesperson Kyle Oldoerp said: “The goal has always been to have a unique vehicle that doesn’t look like a police car, that is approachable by kids and students to encourage interaction between officers and our schools and our community.”

Kitted out by Unplugged Performance, who are world-renowned for their premium upgrades for Tesla vehicles, the Cybertruck comes with emergency lights, custom graphics, and police communications tech inside the cabin, as well as a space for weapons.

Since its launch, the Cybertruck has commanded plenty of attention for itself.

Its launch event was particularly memorable, with Tesla’s chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, accidentally shattering one of its windows while attempting to demonstrate its toughness.

The massive slab-shaped vehicle has previously been dubbed “indestructible” when its creator unveiled the bulletproof car back in 2019.

Despite concerns, Oldoerp said the police department isn’t worried and even mentioned that recalls are routine for their fleet.

What’s more, a Tesla repair facility is located nearby to handle any issues they may have.

Ordinarily, the department will fork out $116,000 for a standard patrol car, the Ford Interceptor, compared to the $150,000 price-tag for the Cybertruck.

But while the Interceptor typically lasts three to four years, the Cybertruck is expected to serve for a decade.

Better yet, they believe they’ll save $6,000 in fuel over the next five years thanks to its electric power.

A host of A-list celebs have been spotted behind the wheel of a Cybertruck, including Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian, Shaq, Jay-Z, Beyoncé, and Pharrell Williams.

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The police Cybertruck is expected to serve for a decade[/caption]

A SIMPLE kitchen essential which costs just 65p in Asda could clear up your damp and mould problem.

Homeowners have turned to cheap methods of condensation prevention as the effects of harsh weather have begun to show.

They are reaching for salt as a damp-defying item which costs them zero cash and can already be found in the kitchen cupboard.

Salt can absorb large quantities of moisture and prevent it dwelling on your window sills, walls and surfaces.

And if you don’t already have a shaker lying around your kitchen it’s cheap to buy in most supermarkets.

You can buy 750g of table salt from Asda, Sainsbury’s or Aldi for just 65p.

Or if you’re shopping in Waitrose or Tesco it’s just 5p more at 70p.

Rock salt is more absorbent than table salt, however, and is a bit more expensive – priced at £1.80 for 500g.

You can pour small amounts of your salt into bowls or ramekins and leave them in the areas of your house which are prone to condensation.

Within a day the salt will dehumidify the air causing moisture to be cleared up.

You can then dry the salt out in the oven if it becomes damp and start again – meaning no waste and no need to keep buying.

Katie Mortram, Good Housekeeping’s Household advice editor told The Sun: “‘Salt will gradually absorb moisture from the atmosphere because it’s hygroscopic.

“If you keep an open saltshaker in your kitchen, you might even notice the effects of this over time; clogging and even potentially rusting the container. “

And when The Sun tried the trick in 2022, we found it worked pretty well.

Reporter Harriet Cooke wrote: “To my surprise, they worked pretty effectively.”

She told readers that her humidity reading had dropped from 88 to 62 overnight.

And others online have shared their experiences with the method too.

A Reddit user explained how it had been effective in their home for seven years and also recommended wrapping the salt in paper towels.

They said: “It helps keep it all together and not leave stains but is still breathable enough to let the salt absorb the moisture.

“That almost always worked to keep the condensation away and keep it warmer in the house.”

And this is a great alternative to buying an electrical dehumidifier which plugs into the wall at home.

Dehumidifiers draw in warm air and cool it by passing it over refrigerated coils.

This causes the air to contract and lose moisture as it cools.

In Halfords, the SIP 20 Litre Dehumidifier costs £239.99.

While a cheaper 12 litre version from Dunelm costs £120.

It also costs to run the appliance – this is usually only 4p an hour but it still helps to save on monthly costs.

This is why DIY methods such as using salt are preferred by many to keep bills down.

This is especially important this winter as 28 million UK households on standard variable tariffs (SVT) are facing an increased energy price cap.

Ofgem previously announced that bills will rise this month by 10% causing households to spend an annual £149 extra on average.

This means more people will be facing colder temperatures – and need cost-efficient methods of tackling bad weather.

One reason people face problems with condensation is due to poor windows which are broken or the insides of the panes are saturated.

It is very expensive to have new windows installed or to fix the problem with double glazing.

Installing a new window can cost anywhere between £550 and £1,500 according to CheckATrade.com.

This depends on the size of the window, what type of window it is and where you live.

On average it costs Brits anywhere between £300 and £5,000 to add double glazing to existing windows.

And homeowners who don’t fix the problem of damp also face health risks from mould spores and the cost of damage repair.

CheckATrade values the average mould removal cost this year to be £30 an hour – or as much as £300 a room.

By using cheap home remedies for these problems you don’t need to pay this money out at all.

For example, The Sun also tried baking soda and cat litter and they worked just as well as the salt and brought humidity levels down to 60.

OTHER CHEAP WAYS TO BEAT CONDENSATION

Other dehumidifying items which are similar to salt and don’t break the bank include cat litter and baking soda.

When The Sun tested these products they both brought humidity levels down to 60 – which means they definitely work if you’re looking to reduce condensation at zero cost.

However Unibond Aero 360 dehumidifiers were classed the best solution for fighting damp out of those which were tested in this review.

Refillable moisture absorbers such as these are perfect for absorbing condensation and eliminating bad odours in the home.

You can see when they are filling up so you know that they are working – then you can empty them and start again.

The Unibond absorbers are currently available for £10.12 in Sainsbury’s with a Nectar Card – reduced from £14.

However you can also buy less common brands on Amazon which work just the same.

You can currently buy a pack of 10 Vivo Technologies dehumidifiers for just £11.99 on Prime.

That’s £1.20 an absorber which lasts up to four months – so around 30p a month.

The Sun recently explained the benefits of reusable dehumidifier bags.

The bags were originally designed to be placed in cars but homeowners have noticed they can be useful anywhere – including around the house.

The Simply Reusable Car Dehumidifier can be bought from Halfords for as cheap £7.99 making it a bargain investment compared to the Unibonds Aero 360 considering its unlimited use.

The compact bag absorbs and releases moisture due to its silica gel interior and features a heat sensor which changes from blue to pink to indicate when it needs to be “recharged” back in a microwave.

Meanwhile, we also tried a heated airer and dehumidifier for drying clothes without heating.

Will Owen from Uswitch also recommended: “If you are struggling with condensation, opening your windows for a few hours a day can help.

“Try to do this as much as you can while the weather is warmer, as it becomes harder when temperatures drop in winter.”

He also reminded us that extractor fans are great at sucking up any humidity.

With most bathroom fans all you need to do is turn your bathroom light on and off and that usually does the trick.

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HORROR enthusiasts are in for a chilling treat tonight, as a critically acclaimed thriller from Jordan Peele is set to be screened on TV.

Widely hailed as one of the most inventive and terrifying films of the 21st century, Get Out captivated audiences with its sharp social commentary.

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Get Out will be streaming on BBC Three tonight[/caption]

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Eventually the event turns into something more sinister[/caption]

The film was first released in 2017, but will be shown on BBC Three at 10pm tonight.

Get Out tells the story of Chris Washington (Daniel Kaluuya), a black man who goes on a road trip to meet the family of his white girlfriend, Rose Armitage (Allison Williams).

What starts as a seemingly awkward but typical family visit quickly spirals into a nightmarish situation when Chris uncovers unsettling truths about Rose’s parents and their sinister connection to an underground operation.

The horror flick, which Peele both wrote and directed, has earned praise from critics for its “fantastically twisted” plot and unsettling atmosphere.

It mixes psychological horror with satire to address the big issues of racism and social privilege.

Get Out was Jordan Peele’s first breakout film, and quickly established his reputation as a director who is able to deliver social critique on screen through a mixture of suspense and horror.

Lead actor Daniel has recently opened up about his experience of working on the film, describing it as a “tough shoot”.

He told Deadline: “We did it in 23 days. It was a tough shoot. We had to stay very focused. Jordan knew how to work with actors and he was smart to cast people with improv experience.

“Jordan Peele is Jordan Peele now but he was Key and Peele, the sketch show guy then.

“I knew he’d made an amazing script and on set he was just happy doing what he’s supposed to be doing. It felt like someone who was supposed to direct. He was jumping for joy.”

At the time when the film had just been released, Daniel spoke to GQ about some of the personal experiences with racism he drew from when connecting with the character of Chris.

He told the magazine: “I was working from my life experiences. I go into a f**king shop and I’m followed by a security guard.

“Since I was 12. I don’t have to look for it. It finds me. You’re getting singled out for the color of your skin, but not the content of your spirit, and that’s everywhere.”

DOWNING Street today refused to deny that Sir Keir Starmer personally met with Taylor Swift after ministers intervened in talks about her security.

The Sun understands the PM and the popstar spent time together at her Wembley show on August 20.

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The meet-up came after the Met eventually decided to give the Shake It Off singer taxpayer funded blue-light security, with senior Labour politicians admitting they were involved in talks about the move.

A No10 spokesperson this afternoon insisted it was “entirely legitimate” for ministers to hold talks with cops about security for major events.

But asked whether the PM and Cruel Summer songstress met up, they said: “I don’t have any updates.”

Pressed again on whether Downing St could deny Sir Keir met Swift after intervening in security arrangements, they added: “Again, first and foremost these are operational decisions that are taken by the Metropolitan Police, and you have seen their statements confirming that themselves.

“At the same time it is right and expected that the Government, mayor and police do have a dialogue and discuss the policing of major events in the capital.”

Sir Keir attended the Wembley show after being gifted freebie tickets by Swift’s music label.

Last night The Sun revealed that Tay’s mum negotiated her VIP security directly with ex-No10 aide Sue Gray.

Sir Keir’s then Chief of Staff was central to convincing Met Police chiefs into the rethink.

They had rejected calls for outriders to whisk the superstar to Wembley.

But sources claim Andrea Swift, who acts as Taylor’s manager, threatened to cancel the August dates of her Eras Tour if their taxpayer-funded security demands were not met.

The row has led to questions in the Commons — including over who instructed the Government’s top lawyer to soothe police fears.

Attorney General Richard Hermer was dragged into Swiftgate with Home Secretary Yvette Cooper and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan — who were also involved in negotiations.

Shadow Cabinet Office minister John Glen asked: “What role did Downing Street play in the VIP escort, further to the free tickets for Taylor Swift from Universal Music?”

Minister Ellie Reeves declined to comment.

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