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Russell Brand books withdrawn by UK publishers after his conviction for rape and sexual assault

Pan Macmillan and Hodder & Stoughton have both confirmed that work by the comedian and writer will be pulled, and other publishers’ books are no longer available Two major British publishers have confirmed they have pulled Russell Brand’s books from sale after he was convicted of rape and sexual assault. The comedian and author, 51, was found guilty at Southwark crown court on Thursday of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault involving four women. He was cleared of two further counts of rape and one count of attempted indecent assault. Continue reading...

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Politics

Burnham aims for ‘quite radical change’ in support for young people

Prime minister says ‘root and branch review of childhood’ is needed and he does not rule out some benefit cuts The government is aiming for “quite radical change” in the way young people are supported, Andy Burnham has said, indicating this could include tougher rules for benefits as well as notably more help with everything from finding work to mental health. In media interviews before the release of the second report by the former minister Alan Milburn on reducing the numbers of young people not in work, education or training, Burnham said his mission was “rethinking childhood” from the earl

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