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Loose Women panellist Denise Welch left her co-stars stunned on Thursday’s show as they went wild for her unrecognisable “stylish” new look

Loose Women panellist Denise Welch looked almost unrecognisable on Thursday’s show as she stunned her co-stars with her “stylish” new look.

The presenter, 65, opted for a burgundy shirt which featured a pink, coral and orange pattern design on it. Denise teamed her look with a pair of new oversized pink glasses, which she first debuted earlier this week, and added a slick of bright lipstick.

Opening Thursday’s episode, host Kaye Adams remarked: “Denise, you’re looking so stylish! You look like someone from Berlin or something like that!” to which Denise, who furiously slammed allegations that Loose Women is a “cut-throat show” earlier this week, explained: “Well, I got very mixed reviews on my specs but I quite like them. They’re my varifocals!”

Loose Women panellist Denise Welch looked almost unrecognisable on Thursday’s show ( 
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Varifocal lenses allow wearers to see at any distance as they have different sections on the lenses for viewing up close and in the distance. It means people can wear one pair of glasses for their day-to-day life such as driving, shopping or reading.

Denise first debuted the glasses earlier this week on Loose Women and also shared a snap to Instagram of the eyewear. However, despite Denise claiming she has had “mixed reviews” for her glasses, the majority of comments on social media were positive for the eyewear.

After posting a snap with co-star Frankie Bridge, who is starring in London’s 2:22 A Ghost Story, Denise penned: “Honestly. Soooo proud of my friend (and pretend daughter) @frankiebridge. She’s starring in @222aghoststory and she’s fantastic in it!!! Natural, confident and real it’s a lovely performance and the start of an acting career for sure . Great night with my main man @asksteve2cu_.”

Denise’s 409K followers were quick to react to the glasses, one person said: “Loving the glasses can you share where they are from x”, a different account put: “I love your glasses babe where they from you look amazing!! And you frankie of course lol xx”, another follower wrote: “Ok, but u r killing it in those glasses!!! Always so beautiful” while a different fan added: “Love the glasses.”

Earlier this month, Denise sent fans wild once again as she joined forces with Carol McGiffin to pose for “Only Nans”. The pair enjoyed a getaway to France with their respective other halves and they wasted no time in trying to catch a tan. Denise even joked that the pair had joined a racy adult content site as she teased fans that they should be prepared to subscribe to her page.

Captioning her post, Denise penned: “A momentary lapse in concentration whilst shooting our ‘Only Nans’ content chez @the_mcgiff!!!! Get ready to subscribe,” alongside several laughing emojis.

Sir Cliff Richard made an appearance on Loose Women, where he chatted with the ITV show’s panellists including his good friend Gloria Hunniford

Sir Cliff Richard left fans ‘cringing’ as they tuned in to watch his Loose Women appearance.

The music legend joined the likes of Brenda Edwards, Kaye Adams and Frankie Bridge on the ITV show, as well as good friend and Loose Women panellist Gloria Hunniford. He was there to chat about his long career, and fans watched on from the studio and at home as talk soon turned to his friendship with none other than the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley.

However, fans were left cringing when he started doing an impersonation of Elvis for the viewers. Standing up, he made his way to the front of the desk and started dancing, leaving viewers cringing.

Viewers took to Twitter to share their feelings about his appearance, as one wrote: “I don’t watch this rubbish anymore but my mum told me how cringe he was. I don’t know what’s worse when he tried to dance or when he said his lips have gone thin,” as a second added: “We’ve heard all those Cliff stories thousands of times!!!#LooseWomen.”

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However, many fans were left cringing ( 
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A third shared: “This is so painful i am loving it! #loosewomen,” with a fourth writing: “I will never understand women swooning over Cliff not now or back in the day, and that’s allowing for all of us having different taste. I genuinely don’t get it. #LooseWomen.” A fifth penned on social media: “Cliff Richard is insufferable. Get him off. #LooseWomen.”

However, some took to social media to share their excitement at seeing Cliff back on their TVs. One wrote: “Gloria and Sir Cliff’s friendship is absolutely fantastic. Plus, you can see it’s not just for the TV screens, but it’s a true and long life friendship.” A second added: “Cliff looks fantastic for his age. What is his secret? #LooseWomen,” whilst others praised his singing voice and said it was good to see his successful career continuing years after it began.

Cliff and Gloria’s friendship goes way back, with the pair having met decades ago. Speaking about how their friendship started, she said: “When the Troubles were in Northern Ireland… no entertainer would come. Cliff was the first one that came and there was a huge buzz about it and it was a gospel concert. I had joined the BBC, given the job, and I went in naively and said, ‘Oh Cliff Richard’s in town, he’d be good for the programme’. And they went, ‘We’ve tried every which way to get him and he’s not doing anything.’

“But I knew the vicar of that church. See, I rarely take no for an answer so I rang him up and said, ‘If you finish quite early at the church, would you give me a call?’ And I got the call and Cliff agreed to do it so I went down!”

Loose Women panellist Sophie Morgan has weighed in on show feud rumours after claims of a ‘cut-throat’ atmosphere on the daytime ITV show

Sophie Morgan has weighed in on Loose Women feud rumours as the show was hit with “cut-throat” claims.

The TV presenter, 38, shared her own experiences working on the ITV daytime show after claims it is a far from pleasant programme to work on. Talent agent Melanie Blake claimed Loose Women was a “cut-throat place to work and not This Morning.” Sophie’s co-star Denise Welch recently slammed the claims in a heated social media post.

The former Coronation Street star admitted she “adores” her fellow panellists and would never work for a programme which she deemed to be toxic. Paralympic presenter Sophie has also defended the ITV show, as she told The Mirror: “Honest to god, I love the Loose Women. They are the greatest bunch of supporters and champions and they’re funny. I love them, I love them all.

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“They are just great, powerhouse women with humour and just lovely. I have so much respect and time for them and the people who work behind the camera. The whole family there – I love it. It’s one of the things I look forward to coming back to.” Sophie joined the Loose Women panel in 2021 and makes regular appearances on the show.

Since launching her Rights On Flights campain after sharing her own travel nightmares, Sophie said she has received a lot of support from her ITV colleagues particularly Charlene White. “They always give me time to talk about the issue, which is so generous and kind so I am very very lucky,” she added.

The “cut-throat” claims come after Melanie, who managed some of the biggest television stars previously said: “Considering I represented over 15 women on that show, I am only friends with Saira Khan. But I am in such a positive career space right now, it’s just not a period of time I want to relive. But I can confirm in my experience, it’s that show that’s a cut-throat place to work and not This Morning.”

This infuriated Denise, 65, who has appeared on the show in various roles since 2000 as she took to X, formerly known as Twitter, saying: “So disappointing that a female agent @MelanieBlakeUK constantly uses her position to tear down other women. It’s such a cliché that women can’t work together without being b*****s. I adore my @loosewomen colleagues otherwise I wouldn’t work there.”

She later added: “Melanie writes that Loose Women was and is a toxic place to work. I’m sorry Melanie but it isn’t. I love it. Otherwise, I wouldn’t work there. If she only speaks to one of the women she used to represent then that says more about her than them.” Responding to Denise, Melanie said that her comments referred specifically to the “era” she worked on theITVdaytime programme.

Speaking previously, Melanie told Notebook: “Put a load of ambitious women together with a small amount of seats to fill and inevitably there is always going to be tension. Showbiz isn’t all diamonds and rosé. Despite the party line of the Loose Women having been the best of friends from day one, it’s simply that, a party line.”

Last month, Kaye Adams said: “I do get fed up that almost always we will be asked whether we b***h about each other. I’m just waiting for Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker to be asked the same question because they just never are. When we are asked about feuds, we think it is funny. It is certainly not a viper’s nest. The one thing that I can guarantee when I go to the Loose Women, regardless of the line-up of women, regardless of the topics, at some point in that day, I will have a real belly laugh.”

King Charles Grants Anne an Extraordinary Role, Excludes Prince Harry and Prince Andrew from New Monarchy

According to reliable sources, King Charles has made a decision that will completely transform the dynamics within the monarchy. In light of…

According to reliable sources, King Charles has made a decision that will completely transform the dynamics within the monarchy. In light of the Andrew scandal and Harry’s continued disloyalty, the hardworking Princess Anne, Charles’ younger sister, is finally receiving the recognition and responsibilities that her exemplary service truly deserves.

At the age of 72, Princess Anne’s work ethic puts individuals half her age to shame. As reported by Kinsey Scoffield, a distinguished American royal expert, Princess Anne’s lifetime of unbelievable service has earned her praise and the suggestion that she should be granted an elevated role and title, such as Deputy Monarch or Queen’s Consort.

Undoubtedly, such titles would suit Princess Anne, who is known for her modesty and aversion to fanfare. However, there is no doubt that she will assume special responsibilities and authority, surpassing the dreams of the Sussexes.

My sources within the palace reveal that Charles is designating Princess Anne as the unofficial leader and ultimate authority over all remaining royal patronages and institutions. In essence, she will act as a patronage czar, overseeing the streamlining and reformation of these organizations from top to bottom. Her primary objectives will be to ensure high standards of ethics, efficiency, and genuine public service in line with the requirements of the modern era. Institutions that have previously served as havens for corrupt practices, vanity projects, or dodgy dealings will be reevaluated and potentially dismantled. Princess Anne’s appointment signals a departure from the days when individuals like Prince Andrew and Meghan were associated with such questionable organizations.In fact, it is rumored that both Prince Andrew and Prince Harry could face potential criminal investigations as a result of Princess Anne’s audits of their former ventures. Misuse of funds, fraud, tax evasion, and other shady dealings are said to have been uncovered, and every ill-gotten penny will be subjected to scrutiny and accountability. Harry, in particular, is reportedly distraught over the imminent loss of control over his beloved Invictus Games, which has been one of the few positive legacies from his military career. Sources indicate that he is threatening legal action and smear campaigns unless he retains control and continues to profit from the inspirational sporting event for wounded veterans. However, my sources assure me that Charles’ decree is unwavering, and Harry will have to comply or face the consequences.

Putting the scandalous revelations aside, I, for one, am elated that Princess Anne, a dedicated public servant, is finally receiving the appreciation and empowerment she deserves under the new monarch. Far too often, her substantial and selfless contributions to the Crown have been overlooked. While Charles spent his early adulthood navigating his relationship with Camilla and falling short as a father, Princess Anne was tirelessly touring Britain’s industrial estates and rural communities. She established dignified connections with working-class individuals, likely preventing more severe calls for republicanism during those times. While Andrew was engaging in questionable activities and Harry was living a life of luxury, Princess Anne was advocating for the environment, education, healthcare, and women’s empowerment long before these causes became trendy.

It is high time that the reins of the monarchy were handed over to responsible adults, moving away from the childish and fame-driven antics of individuals like Harry and Meghan. King Charles’ firm and reformist stance is crucial in restoring public faith in the modern monarchy. It is a necessary step in eliminating the tabloid scandals that have tarnished the image of the royal family. No exceptions should be made, and a rebuilding process based on ethical foundations and trust must commence. With Princess Anne as the cynicism-proof, no-nonsense general leading the charge, the monarchy is poised for a ruthless yet fair pruning of its ranks. Institutions that fail to serve the people and exhibit questionable practices will be discarded without ceremony.

While we eagerly anticipate the dismantling of the dubious organizations associated with Andrew and Meghan, there are whispers that both of them may face criminal investigations for financial misconduct, fraud, and tax evasion. Princess Anne’s audits have reportedly unearthed evidence of their questionable dealings. As the Sussex saga continues to unfold, only time will reveal what lies ahead.

The Loose Women panellist revealed that her ‘lurgy’ is something a little more serious, giving fans an update on Instagram after taking some time away from the ITV show

Loose Women’s Ruth Langsford has revealed the doctor’s diagnosis with regards to a current ailment which has kept her off air all week.

The 63-year-old has been absent from the flagship ITV show all week, taking to social media in her time off to joke about a ‘lurgy’ while trying to better herself with a number of remedies. However, she today revealed that she has developed a chest infection – subsequently being given a course of antibiotics to get her on the mend.

Taking to Instagram this morning, Ruth wrote: “My ‘lurgy’ is actually a chest infection! So here I am on antibiotics and a steam vaporiser twice a day!” She shared a short clip of the vaporiser in action, before a clip shortly after showed a box of lemon, ginger leaf and manuka tea with Langsford writing: “I’m trying everything!”

The announcement comes as Ruth has been keeping fans updated with her ailment since failing to appear on Loose Women, Monday. In a post on Tuesday, Ruth showed herself blending a mixture of lemon, orange, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, honey and a ‘big splosh’ of whiskey – something she described as a “hot toddy”. Taking to Instagram, she wrote: “Got the Lurgy! So I’ve made myself a hot toddy and I’m going back to bed!

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“Lemon, orange, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, honey and a big splosh of Irish whiskey. Let’s hope this does the trick….if nothing else it should help me sleep!” Two days later, Ruth returned to detail how she was still feeling run down, and had made a “healthy soup” to try and remedy her ailments.

Lobbing the ingredients into a pan, she penned: “Still got the lurgy! Got out of my sick bed to make myself some healthy soup though. Gathered what veg I had and added a carton of @frejafoods Chicken Bone Broth – just discovered this thanks to my lovely friend @justinemjones – it’s delicious! (bought and paid for, not an Ad!)

“Thanks for the recommendation Justine! Added some cooked chicken and simmered the whole lot into a bowl of nourishing goodness. As my granny used to say….”that’ll put hairs on your chest”!!”Friends and fans alike also rushed to the comments section of Langsford’s post – suggesting their own home-made cures for sickness. One, suggested: “Old fashioned bone broth soup is the best remedy for a cold or flu. Full of anti inflammatory goodness. Grandma really did know best,” while another, quipped: “I had the lurgy last week and Chicken and veg soup sorted me out. Get well soon.”

A third, went on: “Hope you feel better soon x yes put lots of healthy food in your body,” while a fourth, added: “I made the same thing yesterday! Although I added a handful of orzo and it bulked it out a little. It’s was scrummy so had two bowls.”

Ruth Langsford has shared a health update with her Instagram followers after the Loose Women panellist was forced to miss the National Television Awards 2023 due to a stubborn chest infection

Loose Women host Ruth Langsford has shared an update after missing the National Television Awards 2023 on Tuesday evening, following viewers’ quick spotting of her absence from the glitzy show.

The ITV presenter took to Instagram yesterday to address her stubborn chest infection, which she has been battling now for over a week.

Ruth, who also skipped last year’s NTAs, has now tried everything from hot drinks and steaming to antibiotics prescribed by her GP in an effort to recover and return to full health. She even made a batch of warming chicken and vegetable soup, which had so many nutrients she joked it would “put hairs on your chest!!”

Despite the 63-year-old trying a variety of treatments, it appears the pesky illness has yet to shift. On Tuesday, she revealed a company had even sent her a package of throat lozenges to help her soothe her symptoms.

Ruth trying a steamer to treat her chest infection

Ruth received special sweets to help treat her sore chest

Ruth first announced she’d come down with the ‘lurgy’ on Instagram last week, after not posting anything on her social media for an entire fortnight. Her first port of call was to make a simple hot drink remedy, complete with “lemon, orange, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, honey and a big splosh of Irish whiskey.” She even whisked the drink up in her French press to ensure the flavours fused perfectly.

“Let’s hope this does the trick….if nothing else it should help me sleep!” she quipped in the caption of the video, which had been enhanced by Irish flute music. Unfortunately for Ruth, the DIY remedy appears not to have worked.

Ruth shared her cocktail of choice to help treat her ‘lurgy’ ( 
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Ruth Langsford missed the NTAs on Tuesday because of sickness ( 
Image:
ITV)On the third day of taking her antibiotics, Ruth revealed she had been advised by her doctor to steam twice a day. She shared a video, which had been filmed by husband Eamonn Holmes, of her inhaling from a steamer she’d bought on Amazon.

“Big deep breath,” the GB News presenter can be heard saying the background, before asking, “Is that enough?” Ruth didn’t seem to appreciate his contribution, however, replying, “I don’t want this, Eamonn,” and reaching to cover the lens of the camera with her hand. “I try to do this in peace but @eamonnholmes decided to watch and offer helpful advice this morning!”, she wrote beneath the clip.

Fans of the QVC host have been quick to respond to her worrying updates, with many offering their own health tips in an effort to speed up her recovery.

“Don’t forget the paracetamol,” one person urged, while another suggested she take a COVID-19 test just in case. Others noted they’d feared Ruth was coming down with something on QVC last week, with one person admitting they thought her voice sounded ‘croaky’ on the shopping channel.

In another update, the former This Morning presenter showcased an ‘amalgamation’ of her followers’ remedy suggestions.

“Managed to get fresh turmeric….be VERY careful peeling it, it stains your fingers (& worktop!) bright yellow…so I wear gloves!” she said. “I smashed it up with some fresh ginger, into a pan of simmering water…added lemon peel and one small lemon quartered, half an orange, stick of cinnamon, some cloves, honey and a dash of cayenne pepper (think I was a bit over generous with that, it’s quite spicy!)”

Ruth also said she’d used Irish whiskey as a substitute for apple cider vinegar in the drink, before adding honey and one extra drop of Jameson for taste.

Hannah Whittingham has sparked a major controversy with her explosive claims about Archie Harrison’s nursery, leaving Meghan Markle visibl…

Hannah Whittingham has sparked a major controversy with her explosive claims about Archie Harrison’s nursery, leaving Meghan Markle visibly shaken. The unexpected revelations involving Prince Harry, Meghan, and their baby have captivated the world, with new details emerging daily. Even royal enthusiasts are struggling to keep up with Meghan Sussex’s latest disclosures.

 

The drama began when Hannah Whittingham, known for her role in the acclaimed series *Ted Lasso*, made a startling revelation during a candid discussion. Contrary to Meghan and Harry’s statements about Archie being cared for in their nursery, as portrayed in their high-profile interview with Oprah Winfrey, Whittingham claimed that Frogmore Cottage, the Sussexes’ former residence, was responsible for looking after the young royal.

This revelation has shocked the royal community, contradicting the carefully crafted image Meghan and Harry have presented to the public. Their narrative about their child’s care, including claims about withheld security measures and a royal title, is now under intense scrutiny.

 

Reports indicate that Meghan Markle was profoundly unsettled by Whittingham’s confession. Eyewitnesses observed that Meghan appeared visibly disturbed, with some noting that her pants seemed wet—an involuntary response to the startling news. A close source mentioned that Meghan was deeply upset upon learning that Archie’s living situation had been exposed, reacting as though she was losing her footing. 

The Duchess of Sussex’s emotional distress underscores the serious implications of these revelations and their potential impact on the Sussex family’s public image. Whittingham’s disclosure suggests that, despite the seemingly nurturing environment presented in the Oprah interview, Meghan orchestrated a façade to create a particular image.

According to Whittingham, Archie was not actually residing in the nursery as portrayed. Instead, staff at Frogmore Cottage were handling his care away from the public eye, adding complexity to the Sussexes’ carefully curated narrative. This has led to significant questions about the accuracy of the Sussexes’ statements and whether they manipulated their story to gain public sympathy.

The revelations have sparked intense reactions both within the royal family and society. Some are outraged by what appears to be deception, while others are concerned about Archie’s well-being. The implications extend beyond the royal family, casting doubt on the honesty of Meghan and Harry’s public statements and their interactions with the media.

As the fallout from Whittingham’s revelations continues, there is growing pressure for a thorough investigation into any discrepancies between their Oprah interview and the new information. The public is demanding transparency and accountability from Meghan and Harry as they face mounting scrutiny. This situation threatens to further tarnish their reputation on the global stage.

Judi Love will presenter the 2023 Ethnicity Awards in London later this year, with stars like Lewis Hamilton, Rochelle Humes, Gok Wan and Trent Alexander-Arnold nominated for prizes

Judi Love will return as the host of the 2023 Ethnicity Awards later this year following her stint fronting the star-studded event last year.

The presenter, 43, follows in the footsteps of celebrity names such as Alex Scott, Marvin Humes and her Loose Women co-star Charlene White, who have all previously hosted Britain’s biggest Black, Asian and minority red carpet extravaganza. It will be the second year in a row Judi has been the face of the event.

Sir Lewis Hamilton, Rochelle Humes, Gok Wan and Trent Alexander-Arnold are among the nominees, with the event taking place in London on November 2nd. This Morning presenter Rochelle is tipped to win big as is legendary broadcaster and fashion guru Gok, who away from the media spotlight has championed causes to promote equality, partially for LGBT+ people from minority communities.

Judi spoke exclusively to the Mirror last year about some of the shocking misogynoir Black women and girls face, ahead of her Channel 4 documentary, in which the comedian examined the inequalities experienced by Black females, using humour to address the social, political and economic barriers they face compared with their white counterparts.

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“There wasn’t any [misogynoir in regards to dating discussed] in the documentary but there has been stuff mentioned from some of the young girls speaking [on the documentary] who talked about how the pressure on Black women to feel a certain way,” Judi told the Mirror in October.

“Because Western society has Eurocentric ideas about what is beautiful and and that means Black girls have to go above and beyond to feel and look pretty – the expectations would be so much higher.” She added: “But what we’ve clarified is that as a Black woman you are beautiful in your natural skin as yourself.”

As he role as the the 2023 Ethnicity Awards host was announced earlier this month, Judi said: “I am so excited to return to host the 2023 Ethnicity Awards. The event last year was amazing, and it is so inspiring to see the talent in the room and the real change people are making. The Ethnicity Awards celebrates the role models and those advancing opportunities for underrepresented people across the world. I am honoured to be part of the occasion again and can’t wait to see all the winners!”

The Ethnicity Awards is the biggest Black, Asian and minority red carpet ceremony in Britain and is held in partnership with HSBC, celebrating the leading activists, allies and celebrities in the UK and globally.

2023 ETHNICITY AWARDS NOMINEES

ONLINE INFLUENCER

Big Manny

Kike Oniwinde Agoro

Courtney Daniella Boateng

Rachel Ama

Marvyn New Harrison

Cherry Jain

Abibat

Amber Gill

Nadiya Hussain

Miah Carter

PUBLIC SERVICE OR CAMPAIGNER

Akala

Ayo Sokale

Ashna Sarkar

Waheed Alli

Valda Jackson

Dr Joan St John

Harnaam Kaur

Diane Abbott

Karen Blackett

Patrick Vernon

INSPIRATIONAL PUBLIC FIGURE

Patricia Bright

Steven Bartlett

Ali Abdaal

Daniel Kaluuya

Idris Elba

Michaela Coel

Alex Scott

Ozwald Boateng

Tim Campbell

Lewis Hamilton

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MUSIC ARTIST

Pritt

Jim Legxcy

Cat Burns

Asim Riaz

Lil Simz

Rina Sawayama

Dave

Rita Ora

Mae Muller

Jorja Smith

BROADCAST, JOURNALIST OR HOST

Pritt

Jim Legxcy

Cat Burns

Asim Riaz

Lil Simz

Rina Sawayama

Dave

Rita Ora

Mae Muller

Jorja Smith

MEDIA IMPACT OR PROGRESS MOMENT

BBC One: Champion new series

Disney’s Little Mermaid

ITVX: Riches

School Girls; Or The African Mean Girls

Queen Charlotte

Joy Ride

The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan

Ncuti Gatwa in Doctor Who

Dreaming Whilst Black: Adjani Salmon

Netflix : Bling Empire

SPORTS PERSONALITY

Eniola Aluko

Jessica Ennis-Hill

Lauren James

Denise Rosemarie Lewis

Lewis Hamilton

Nicola Adams

Dame Kelly Holmes

Nikkita Parris

Trent Alexander-Arnold

Alice Dearing

EXCEPTIONAL INCLUSION

Zarina Mahmud – Credit Suisse
Brucine Francis – Jacobs
Maria St Louis – Channel 4
Chanelle Gray – Savills
Sujan Sribalakrishnan – Amazon
Simone Coultress Johnson – Matthey
Kerry Griffiths – BP
Apeksha Naik – Great British Railways
Mina Prince – Macquarie

Nicole Willams – Ashurst

INSPIRATIONAL LEADER

Raghu Narula – NatWest
Rakesh Thakrar – Phoenix Group
Victoria Chan – Santander
Oli O’Donoghue – HSBC
Belton Flournoy – Protiviti
Vinay Ramkumar – Avanade
George Kwashie Awusu – KPMG
Mohammed Basid – CBRE
Jay Rohman – Lloyds Banking Group
Mandisa Gordon – Jaguar Land Rover

CHAMPION (ALLY)

Liam Cowell – DLA Piper
Louise Bucknole – Paramount
Simon Croxford – UBS
Simon Tarry – Smith + Nephew
Richard Court – Cadent Gas Ltd
Honey Kirtley – BNY Mellon
Hayley Creighton – National Grid
Emily Parker – Tesco
David Aldrich – Moody’s
Deborah Nutt – Arcadis

WORKPLACE HERO

Aderinsola Bamgbelu – Warner Brothers
Seleeta Watson – Computacenter
James Barkley – Rolls Royce
Sarita Rai – Tarmac

Lily Satterthwaite – Microsoft

Sosseh Njie – BCLP Law

Seema Bhatnagar – PwC

Zahida Zabairu – Nestle

Jannet Dosanjh – Pinsent Masons

Anoushka Lilley – Nationwide Building Society

FUTURE LEADER

Cecilia Adjei-Sarpong – Essence Media
Mike Adebiyi – Google
Marina Ebrubah – The Man Group
Tashan Dwyer – Allen Overy
Junaed Khan – UK Government
Ahmed Yusuf – OVO
Laura Rice – Motability Operations
Alexinder Riyat – Citi
Jyoti Jassi – Network Rail
Leanna Hay – Experian

NETWORK GROUP (ERG)

Airbus
BT
GSK
Sainsburys
The Co-Operative Bank
Virgin Money
Stonewater
Amazon
PwC
Legal and General

OUTSTANDING EMPLOYER

BP
BT
Lloyds Banking Group
HSBC
Jacobs
KPMG
NatWest
Macquarie
Stonewater
UBS

SOCIAL IMPACT

Lady Sarah Cautions Meghan Markle Against Attempting to Attend Her 30th Anniversary Party

  British tabloids are buzzing once again, and this time, the drama revolves around Meghan Markle and a seemingly simple wedding anniversary…

 

British tabloids are buzzing once again, and this time, the drama revolves around Meghan Markle and a seemingly simple wedding anniversary celebration. Lady Sarah Chatto, the niece of Queen Elizabeth II and a notably private member of the extended royal family, is reportedly hosting an intimate party to mark 30 years of marriage to artist Daniel Chatto. However, rumors suggest that Meghan might be angling for an invitation, and this is reportedly causing unease for Lady Sarah.

According to an unnamed source close to Lady Sarah, Meghan has a history of inserting herself into events where she may not be entirely welcome. The source claims that Lady Sarah, who is known for her preference for low-key affairs, specifically requested a private gathering with close friends and family. Meghan, on the other hand, is said to favor grand gestures and public appearances, leading to concerns that she might attempt to gatecrash the celebration.

This situation is not the first instance of Meghan’s social maneuvering raising eyebrows. Royal watchers have observed a pattern where Meghan seems to seek ways to elevate her status within the royal family. From the extravagant wedding ceremony that broke with tradition to the controversial tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey, Meghan’s actions have often been interpreted as efforts to grab headlines and assert control over the narrative.

Adding to the intrigue is the reported tension between Meghan and Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge. Although the nature of their relationship is often speculated upon, persistent reports of a rift have surfaced over the years. With Kate expected to attend Lady Sarah’s party, some royal insiders believe Meghan might view the event as an opportunity to attract attention, potentially creating an uncomfortable situation for everyone involved.

These reports prompt intriguing questions about the dynamics within the royal family. How do less prominent members navigate their relationships with key figures? Does Meghan genuinely struggle with the concept of hierarchy, or is she simply striving to carve out her own place within the royal institution?

Ultimately, only those directly involved know the full story. Yet, the ongoing rumors surrounding Meghan Markle continue to stir public curiosity about her intentions and motivations.

Loose Women’s Linda Robson – who recently responded to claims her 33-year marriage was in crisis – made a hilarious jibe about her sex life on the lunchtime show

Loose Women star Linda Robson made a hilarious jibe about her sex life – amid reports her 33-year marriage is in ‘crisis’.

The 65-year-old panellist has been married to her husband Mark Dunford for three decades and was blindsided and has previously admitted things between them ‘weren’t plain-sailing at the moment’ and that she considers herself ‘celibate.’

During the latest edition of the ITV programme, the panel discussed the idea of how quickly they would move on and remarry after splitting up with a long-term partner. Linda was asked about how she feels, after remarrying Mark following her split with ‘first love’ Tony Tyler. The pair had been together 11 years and welcomed daughter named Lauren before going their separate ways.

“It took me a long time to get over that because that was my first love,” admitted Linda. “But I feel like I don’t really need a partner to love because I’ve got my children, my grandchildren, my sisters and my friends…” In an apparent jibe at her romantic life now, Linda joked she wants “affection, not an erection.”

The audience burst out laughing while Brenda Edwards had to pick her jaw up from the floor after getting over the initial shock of her hilarious comment. Linda’s comment comes after she rubbished claims she and her husband are on the verge of splitting after many years of marriage, saying they were just going through a rough patch.

In the past, Linda explained things weren’t “plain sailing” at the moment but noted there were “hiccups in every marriage”.

The grandmother said: “We’re still living together. We both love our kids more than anything else in the world, obviously you have a few hiccups in every marriage,” Linda shared of her marriage situation at present as she discussed the rumours circulating, “We’ve been married 33 years so it’s not going to be all plain sailing, but we’re still together at the moment.”

During a separate chat on Loose Women, Linda admitted her and her husband hadn’t had sex in two years. “Can I just say I’ve been celibate for two years?” she said, “I can’t be a**** with all that [romance stuff]. I’m just happy going out with my mates and my children and my grandchildren. If I’ve got three or four days off work, I’ll just go to Mallorca. I’ll get a flight out there. Stay in a hotel hopefully full of Germans so no-one will recognise me and just have a nice relaxing time. I just love sitting on the sun bed, round the pool, on the beach, reading a book. I would like to take a cruise round the world on my own.”