𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑’𝐒 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐎 𝐀 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐄 After rejecting a kiss from her abusive ex, she says her life was destroyed in seconds — leaving her paralysed

Janine recovering in hospital after being pushed over a banister by Barry Shankly (Picture: Janine Kazmi/SWNS)
A woman was left paralysed after her ex pushed her over a bannister and broke her spine because she refused to give him a ‘New Year’s kiss’.

Barry Shankly, 45, attacked Janine Kazmi, 38, two months after Janine ended the relationship due to his abuse.

She had relunctantly remained friends with him as it was ‘easier than dealing with him unhappy’ and agreed to celebrate New Year’s Eve together.

But as they were about to leave his house in Dalmornock, Scotland, he tried to kiss her.

When she rebutted him Shankly became ‘enraged’ and shoved her over the bannister.

Janine woke-up with two fractured vertebrae and when she initially couldn’t remember what happened, Shankly told her she had accidently fallen.

But she soon regained her memory of the incident, and told police not only what had happened that night but of the months of ‘controlling and violent behaviour’ she’d endured while they were together.

Shankly was found guilty of engaging in a course of conduct which was abusive of his partner or ex-partner at Glasgow High Court in July 2024 and sentenced to 14 years in prison.

Barry Shankly was jailed for 14 years (Picture: Janine Kazmi/SWNS)
Janine is now hoping to help other survivors of domestic abuse by encouraging people to ‘speak out’.

Speaking about the impact of the attack,the peer support worker, said: ‘I’ll never walk again and I’m not able to have kids due to my injury.

‘Not only did he take away my life, but he stopped another one happening.

‘I never imaged my life this way, but you’ve got to put in the work – mentally and physically.’

Janine met Shankly on a dating site October 2016, while she was living and working in Thailand.

The pair began a long-distance relationship, before Shankly invited her to move into his flat in Glasgow, Scotland, in September 2019.

Janine said she began experiencing increasing “controlling” behaviour from Shankly after the move.

‘He checked my phone and locked me in the flat. I wasn’t allowed friends – he isolated me from everyone,’ she recalled.

Things escalated during a trip to Lisbon, Portugal, in January 2020, when Shankly ‘stamped on her mobile’ and ‘pushed’ her over – causing her to fall and hit her head.

Janine is now paralysed and in a wheelchair (Picture: James Linsell Clark/SWNS)
‘It was meant to be a happy time, but I was pushed, pulled, threatened,’ she said.

‘He promised it wouldn’t happen again, and I fell for his lies.’

In October 2020 Janine decided to end things and it was on December 31 that year, Shankly attempted to kiss her.

‘I told him our relationship wasn’t like that anymore and he pushed me,’ she said.

‘On impact apparently, I was coherent – it must have been the shock and adrenaline.

‘But I lost consciousness and woke-up in hospital with no memory of the fall.’

Janine was admitted to Glasgow Royal Infirmary and underwent surgery on her spine on January 6, 2021.

She was later told be doctors she had fractured her spine between the 23rd and 25th vertebrae and would be left paraplegic.

‘I was on my own when I got the news. I was devastated. My life changed in an instant.’

Janine and Shankly when they were together (Picture: Janine Kazmi/SWNS)
Shankly visited Janine in hospital and ‘fed’ her ‘lies’ about the fall.

‘He said I was sat on the banninster on the phone when I fell off.

‘But my memory started coming back and I knew there was no phone call.

‘He was telling people different things and it didn’t add up.’

Janine was eventually transferred to The London Spinal Cord Injury Centre, Stanmore, London, for rehabilitation and eventually moved to Southend.

Shankly was arrested and pleaded not guilty. The case went to High Court, Glasgow, in July 2024 and Janine joined via video link to give her evidence, before he was found guilty and jailed.

Janine went on to spend two years living in temporary housing between 2021-2023 that was ‘inaccessible’ while waiting for a permanent property

She eventually got her own council property in Southend, Essex, but claims it took a further two years for adjustments to be made.

She said: ‘I had to pursue them to get it sorted. I didn’t have a suitable bathroom or kitchen for years.

Janine, pictured after the accident, hopes her story will encourage other domestic violence victims to speak out (Picture: Janine Kazmi/SWNS)
‘It was so degrading – he’s in prison but at least he had access to a toilet.’

Encouring other domestic violence survivors to speak out, she said: ‘If anyone asks me about my disability, I tell them what happened.

‘I’m not ashamed – it’s important to spread awareness. Suicide rates in people with spinal injuries is high.

‘If you don’t see improvements in the first five years, it’s unlikely you ever will.

‘That’s too hard for some people to get their head around. It’s bloody hard, but there is life after a spinal injury.’

Cllr Anne Jones, cabinet member for housing and communities, at Southend on Sea City Council, said the council was ‘committed to supporting residents with disabilities and ensuring they have access to housing that meets their needs’.

She added, however, that for privacy reasons she can’t comment on individual cases.

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“MY WHOLE WORLD IS GONE” A police officer who lost his family in the Boxing Day fire has paid a devastating tribute to the loved ones taken from him

Tom Shearman with his wife F,ionnghuala, who was killed in the fire
The dad who lost his wife, two children and dog in a Boxing Day house fire has paid tribute to his family after ‘its very core was ripped from it in the most violent way’.

Tom Shearman has revealed his ‘anguish and trauma’ after losing his wife Fionnghuala, known to friends as Nu, daughter Eve, seven, and son, Ohner, four, after they were trapped in the burning house in Briscombe.

He said: ‘I have stared at my keypad for what seems like an eternity waiting for the words to appear. I have no way to thank any of you for the unbelievable out of this world generosity that you have shown to me in the darkest of hours.

‘My life, the lives of my loved ones, my friends and the whole community changed on Boxing Day. Most importantly, and tragically, three of the greatest humans to ever grace our presence were taken from not just me, but all of us.

‘I cannot begin to describe the anguish and trauma of the events of Boxing Day 2025. My family had its very core, its very essence, ripped from it in the most violent way.

Tom Shearman has revealed his ‘anguish and trauma’ after losing his wife Fionnghuala, known to friends as Nu, daughter Eve, seven, and son, Ohner, four

The scene of the tragic house fire on Brimscombe Hill in Stroud, Gloucestershire (Picture: Emma Trimble/SWNS)
‘While nothing can ever undo what has happened, nor can it ever make sense of the suffering, I am genuinely humbled beyond comprehension at what this page has and is doing.

‘My family and friends have rallied around and provided me with more than the bare essentials. I have a roof (and many offers) over my head, clothes on my back, food – most importantly company and compassion. I will heal.

‘I have already started the ball rolling on a plan that came to me just as I was falling past the precipice of the abyss. I WILL make sure my unbelievably talented, empathetic, compassionate and beautiful wife’s legacy of craft, design and making lives on.

Fionnghuala Shearman with her two children
‘As will I ensure that my bright spark Eve’s legacy of enjoyment from books and writing be carried on. Along with my incredible son’s sheer compassion and desire to help people.

‘I thank each and every one of you for your donations. I shall forever be in your debt and you will now forever be in my thoughts and prayers, hopefully I can repay in some way.

‘Please all take every opportunity to hug your loved ones, tell them you love them. Because, as Paulo Coelho said, one day you will wake up and there won’t be any more time to do the things you want. Do it now.

‘My heartfelt thanks to the emergency services whom tried everything to save my wonderful family. I hope they are all being looked after by their colleagues and friends. Boxing day was horrific for all involved.

‘Now go light up the darkest corners and the black sky. In memory of Nu. Eve. Ohner. Hutch.’

The fire caused the roof of the mid-terrace Cotswold stone cottage to fall in, while the ceilings and stairs have also collapsed.

It is understood to have started on the ground floor and at this time is not being treated as suspicious.

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“STRICTLY IS DAMAGED” Former BBC boss drops a bombshell warning — saying the show may need to STOP if it wants to survive. Behind the glitter, the reputation is cracking… and insiders are worried it’s already too late.

Strictly Come Dancing has had a turbulent few years – should it take a break in 2026? (Picture: PA)
A former BBC Head of Communications has recommended Strictly Come Dancing take a break in 2026 to save its reputation.

Sam Hodges, who was a coms chief at the BBC from 2011 to 2015, has taken to social media 20 years after he helped launch the ballroom dancing show to give his verdict on the show’s future following a turbulent few years.

The BBC flagship series has been at the centre of a number of controversies, with multiple bullying claims, drug use accusations, and two arrests on suspicion of rape shrouding the show.

Now with the shock departure of long-running co-hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, Hodges recommends the show take a leaf out of Glastonbury Festival’s book, as he calls for a fallow year in 2026 to reset and refresh the series.

Taking to LinkedIn, he wrote: ‘It’s 20+ years since I launched Strictly Come Dancing as an Assistant Publicist at the BBC. A non-priority new show with the working title Pro-Celebrity Come Dancing. No one knew the hit it would become.

Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly shocked fans by announcing their departure earlier this year (Picture: Karwai Tang/WireImage)
‘For the first time though, I think it’s time to take a leaf out of Glastonbury’s book and consider a fallow year for 2026.

‘This series has clearly been tough on a whole host of fronts, but reputationally its biggest boost might well come from helping people realise what they’d miss, rather than chasing salvation by rushing into immediate contract talks with new producers, presenters, and cast.

‘Things rarely finish on a high in TV – more often an exhausted final series or a controversy that brings things to a sudden or crashing end.

‘Glastonbury’s fallow years increase demand for tickets rather than opening the door to competitors – they allow new energy to return to both the line-up and the land.

‘To save the show’s reputation, 2026 might be the year for the BBC and Strictly to do the same.’

However, not everyone agreed with Hodges’ views, as another communications expert commented: ‘I’m not sure I agree, but I do understand the sentiment.

‘I’ve only really come to Strictly in the last few years, and for me it’s simply been a lovely thing to watch. Warm, familiar TV and a chance to properly switch off once a week.’

Meanwhile, the BBC are reportedly eyeing up La Voix for a presenting role in the show (Picture: BBC)
It was previously reported that bosses were said to be considering pausing the show in the wake of a star’s arrest on suspicion of raping a woman after a BBC event.

The man, who cannot be named, was arrested in October. The victim was not a contestant or dancer on the BBC show, but the two met because of the man’s involvement in the programme.

In November, a source insisted to the Daily Mail that the show will go ahead in 2026, claiming: ‘It’s already been commissioned for 2026. And after that, there is no way it is going anywhere.’

They added that viewers could be inclined to cancel their TV licence if the show were to be axed.

‘If you take that away there is a huge risk they will stop paying for their licence, and that would be an absolute catastrophe,’ the source said.

Meanwhile, sources recently claimed to Daily Mail that producers are eyeing up drag performer La Voix for a role in the show.

Speaking to the Daily Mail, the source said: ‘Producers think she [La Voix] is the next Dame Edna Everage and are determined to find her a role on Strictly, whether that be on the main show or It Takes Two [the Strictly spin-off show].’

Presenting duo Claudia and Tess revealed their exit with a video on the latter’s Instagram, where they addressed ‘rumblings’ about them leaving.

‘We want you to hear this from us,’ said Celebrity Traitors host Claudia.

‘After 21 wonderfully joyful years on Strictly, we have decided that the time is right to step aside and pass over the baton,’ Tess added.

Rumours are circulating over who their replacements could be, with names such as Radio 2 star Zoe Ball, Bradley Walsh, Alex Jones, Alan Carr, Amanda Holden, Holly Willoughby, Rylan Clark, and Alison Hammond all being floated around as contenders to take up the sought after slot.

From Loneliness to Love: The Untold Emotional Journey That Shaped Hamza Yassin

Hamza Yassin has long been admired for his calm presence, gentle wisdom and deep connection to the natural world. But in a rare and honest new interview, the much-loved wildlife presenter has revealed a more personal side — opening up about love, loneliness and what he hopes for the future.

Speaking candidly, Hamza admitted that he is currently single and has been for some time. Having lived alone since his university days, he says he has grown comfortable with solitude and independence. Yet behind that quiet contentment lies a simple, human longing.

“I’ve learned how to be happy on my own,” he explained, “but I would love to share my life with someone one day.”

It’s a confession that struck a chord with fans — a reminder that even those who seem most at peace can still hope for connection. Hamza made it clear that he isn’t searching desperately, but remains open to love when the time feels right.

Finding Healing Beyond Romance

While his personal life remains private, Hamza’s public work continues to reflect what brings him peace: nature

Alongside his television projects, Hamza is now working closely with the National Trust and other conservation organisations, encouraging people to reconnect with the natural world — particularly during the quieter, darker months of autumn and winter.

The campaign focuses on the idea of seasonal “wild connection”, showing how small moments outdoors — a frosty morning walk, birdsong in bare trees, or the stillness of winter landscapes — can offer comfort, grounding and improved mental wellbeing.

Hamza has spoken passionately about how nature supported him through difficult periods of his own life, helping him slow down, reflect and find balance.

“Nature doesn’t rush you,” he has said. “It meets you where you are.”

A Gentle Voice for a Noisy World

For many, Hamza Yassin represents something rare in modern television: softness, sincerity and emotional honesty. Whether he’s talking about wildlife, mental health, or the hope of finding love, his words resonate because they are unforced — and real.

As he continues to inspire viewers to look up, step outside and reconnect with the world around them, Hamza’s story feels quietly powerful.

Not a headline-grabbing romance.
Not a dramatic confession.
Just a man, honest about who he is — and hopeful about what might still be ahead.

“PEOPLE SAID WE’D NEVER LAST…” Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen has fired back at critics tearing into his very unconventional living arrangement — then dropped the shock truth behind his 40-year marriage to Jackie Llewelyn-Bowen

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Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen has hit back at critics who think his unconventional living situation is ‘strange’.

The interior designer, 60, lives with his wife Jackie, their two grown-up daughters, Hermione, 26, and Cecile, 29, and their husbands Dan and Drew – as well as their four grandchildren, Albion, 8, Demelza, 3, Romily, 1, and Eleanora, 18 months.

Laurence set tongues wagging when he first announced the unusual arrangement that the family would be living all under one roof at his six bedroom Cotswolds manor house.

In an exclusive interview with Daily Mail, Laurence delighted in speaking about his tight family unit and hit back at haters who disagree with the idea.

He said: ‘I still think a lot of people think it is a bit strange. But actually, it is a very kind of straightforward and instinctive way of a family being together.

‘It’s a very, very odd idea that came out of the 20th century, this idea of of children leaving the home. Actually, traditionally, you stayed if you all worked on the farm together or you worked in the shop together, so in a funny sort of way, we’re just kind of reviving that, but it made great sense for us.

Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen has hit back at critics who think his unconventional living situation is ‘strange’ (pictured with his wife Jackie)

Laurence set tongues wagging when he first announced the unusual arrangement that the family would be living all under one roof at his six bedroom Cotswolds manor house

‘You know, we live in a big house. It was very much just me and Jackie. Why do we not then bring the children and their children in with us?’

Speaking about how the family deal with being in each other’s company every day, Laurence added: ‘There are moments where you’ve got to work quite hard.

‘But I think that happens in any family, but we confront it and get on with them.’

Amid the madness of his busy household, Laurence still manages to keep the spark alive with his wife Jackie.

The smitten couple, who have been together for over four decades, celebrated 35 years of marriage this year.

He said: ‘In January, we will basically have been together for 41 years. So, I mean, that is that’s a big chunk of lifetime.

‘We were very good at making a commitment and in those 41 years, there have been moments where we’ve had to work very hard to make sure that we were still getting on, that we weren’t still sparkling off each other.

‘And I think that’s something that some people are quite quick to give in about.’

Laurence lives with Jackie, their two grown-up daughters, Hermione, 26, and Cecile, 29, and their husbands Dan and Drew – as well as their four grandchildren

The six bedroom property is having to be adapted to cater for the 10 of them

Laurence also has dogs and cats who reside at the countryside home

The sprawling property has impressive gardens

Laurence is gearing up for another exciting release of his property series, House Of The Year alongside judges Jane Larmour, James Fairley and Patricia McGinnis

The designer continued: ‘You do have to find positives. It’s not a Disney movie. You do wake up in the morning and you do feel grumpy. You do kind of have moments where things p*** you off.

‘I’m quite a tolerant person. That’s cool. That works really well. I’m quite laid back. There are times when Jackie is very energised, but, I mean, after 41 years together, you know the ins and the outs. You know the kind of warning signs.’

Laurence is gearing up for another exciting release of his property series, House Of The Year alongside judges Jane Larmour, James Fairley and Patricia McGinnis.

House Of The Year returns to BBC iPlayer and BBC One Northern Ireland with the first five episodes available to watch from Monday 5 January.

In each episode, three new homes will compete for one of five places in the grand final where they could be crowned – House Of The Year.

The grand final will broadcast February 9.

Laurence said: ‘I am very proud of House Of The Year and was involved in the first iteration back in 2010 and it was, and still is, a brilliant way of showcasing a kind of aspirational vision of the housing landscape in Northern Ireland.

‘What I love about coming back to it now, is the fact there is such an immense ramp up in terms of individuality, personality and creativity. I think people no longer feel they must do things in a “grown-up” way.

‘People are letting their “freak flag” fly and are doing things their own way!’

TV STUDIO DETONATES AS CONOR McGREGOR GOES NUCLEAR ON STARMER AND THROWS HIS FULL WEIGHT BEHIND TOMMY ROBINSON

In a riveting and unrelenting television appearance, Conor McGregor unleashed a fierce critique of UK Labour leader Keir Starmer while mounting a powerful defense of controversial figure Tommy Robinson, igniting a firestorm across Britain’s political landscape. The MMA superstar’s outspoken stance on free speech has thrust a deeply divisive issue onto the national stage with unprecedented intensity.

McGregor’s comments, delivered with his trademark raw energy, challenged the UK government’s handling of Robinson’s case, exposing what he described as a disturbing pattern of political censorship and punitive overreach. Robinson’s imprisonment, following a contempt of court conviction linked to breaching an injunction, has drawn sharp criticism for the severity of the sentence and his conditions in custody, including prolonged solitary confinement.

The fighter’s visceral condemnation directly targeted Starmer, leaving the politician visibly scrambling to justify the government’s approach during the live broadcast. McGregor’s central argument championed a fundamental democratic principle: those exposing uncomfortable truths deserve praise, not punishment. His assertion that “light is the best disinfectant” struck at the heart of Britain’s free speech debate, challenging the selective enforcement of gag orders and the silencing of dissenting voices.

Robinson, known for his polarizing views and part Irish heritage, has become a symbol for McGregor’s broader critique of Britain’s justice system and political establishment. The 18-month sentence he now serves for contempt has been widely scrutinized, with many questioning whether his treatment represents political retribution rather than fair judicial process.

McGregor didn’t mince words describing the potential human cost: fear of mental breakdown, death in jail, and a chilling message to future generations about the dangers of speaking out. His vivid portrayal of Robinson’s ordeal served as a rallying cry for transparency and accountability, demanding that political authorities end what he called the suppression of inconvenient facts.

The sports star’s intervention resonates wildly because it breaks from celebrity shallow endorsements, stemming instead from his real-world experiences as a business owner aware of governance’s tangible consequences. By raising issues from immigration to crime, McGregor underscores his investment in societal outcomes beyond the octagon, giving his words an uncommon weight in political discourse.

This confrontation elevates Robinson’s case into a broader, uncomfortable national reckoning. It questions whether Britain can still claim to be a democracy that upholds justice visibly and fairly, especially when political affiliations seem to influence who faces the harshest penalties for speech transgressions. The notion that Robinson’s confinement is disproportionate compared to others convicted of similar procedural violations fuels accusations of targeted suppression.

Across the UK media and political sphere, Robinson has often been pigeonholed as an extremist, an oversimplification that McGregor’s rebuke challenges outright. The inconsistencies in enforcement reveal cracks in the facade of impartial justice, forcing citizens to confront the troubling reality of ideological selective punishment.

McGregor’s position as a cultural and economic powerhouse in Ireland further intensifies his influence. Unlike many commentators, his criticisms come attached to substantial social and economic clout, making it difficult for politicians to dismiss him as a frivolous or disconnected celebrity. His direct challenge to Starmer symbolizes a broader distrust of political elites perceived as evasive and disconnected from public concerns.

The live  TV exchange exposed stark contrasts: polished political rhetoric versus McGregor’s unfiltered transparency. Where establishment figures offered guarded explanations, McGregor’s blunt questions echoed a growing public skepticism towards official narratives that conceal rather than reveal. His defiant demand to shed light on “horrific crimes” they’d rather ignore struck a nerve nationwide.

This confrontation is not simply about Tommy Robinson. It reflects a fundamental crisis over who controls information, who decides which stories are told, and which opinions must be censored or punished. The issue transcends a single legal case, rippling into the core of Britain’s democratic identity and its commitment to free expression.

McGregor’s testimony has sparked an urgent debate on the balance between protecting court processes and preserving free speech rights. His urgent call for transparency challenges the government to justify the harsh punishments meted out for what some see as procedural missteps dressed as criminal contempt.

The British public now faces a critical choice echoed by McGregor’s fervent words: uphold the messy, sometimes uncomfortable reality of free speech or retreat into a conformist society where dissent is stifled and punished. As Robinson endures his sentence, the narrative is shifting from a legal matter into a high-stakes cultural battle over the future of free expression in the UK.

Starmer’s uneasy responses reveal political discomfort when confronted with blunt truths outside of controlled media environments. McGregor’s unapologetic tone and refusal to back down underscore a growing impatience with political doublespeak and censorship by bureaucratic decree.

In the wake of these explosive remarks, increased scrutiny on how Britain prosecutes speech-related offenses is inevitable. The question lingers: does the severity of Robinson’s punishment signify a dangerous precedent where political dissent is criminalized rather than debated?

This breaking story demands urgent attention. McGregor’s direct challenge to a major political figure and the defense of a contentious prisoner have transformed a complex legal case into a flashpoint for the ongoing struggle over truth, justice, and free speech in modern Britain. The ramifications will echo far beyond the courtroom and the octagon, pressing the nation to reckon with its values and the price of silence.

“I WAKE UP GRIEVING WHILE SHE IS STILL BESIDE ME…” Martin Frizell has shared a shattering update on wife Fiona Phillips — laying bare the brutal reality of early-onset Alzheimer’s

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Martin Frizell has offered a deeply moving update on the health of his wife, beloved broadcaster Fiona Phillips, revealing that the realities of her dementia diagnosis have left the couple navigating days that are “no longer good or bad — only bad or wretched.”

Speaking candidly on Newsnight during an interview with Victoria Derbyshire, the former This Morning editor described how Fiona’s condition has continued to worsen, particularly her short-term memory, which now fades almost instantly.

“Good days and bad days are gone”

Frizell admitted that the language he once used to track Fiona’s progress no longer applies.

“I used to say we had good days and bad days,” he reflected. “Now I say bad days or wretched days. That’s where we are.”

The comment captured the painful emotional toll the couple has experienced since Fiona — a widely respected journalist and TV host — was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s in 2022 at the age of 61.

In new excerpts from their joint memoir, Fiona Phillips and husband Martin Frizell get candid about her Alzheimer’s diagnosis (Picture: Leon Neal/Getty Images)

72 repeated questions in 35 minutes

Frizell recounted one particularly stark moment: a short taxi ride to a medical appointment that revealed the extent of Fiona’s memory loss.

In the span of just 35 minutes, Fiona asked him 72 times where they were going.

“It’s most days now,” he said quietly. “Her short-term memory is shot. Completely gone.”

He explained that Fiona often becomes confused or anxious when trying to process simple information, describing a version of his wife who is still loving, warm and present, but increasingly disconnected from reality as moments slip away faster than he can reassure her.

A couple trying to adapt — and grieving in real time

Fiona Phillips has been open in the past about her fear of dementia, which runs in her family. Both her mother and father died after battles with Alzheimer’s, and she once admitted that she worried she might follow the same path. That fear became reality in 2022 when doctors confirmed her diagnosis.

Frizell said the couple now live in a world measured minute-by-minute — one where Fiona’s vibrant career, sharp wit and tireless work ethic feel agonisingly distant.

“She was someone who thrived on work. Someone who never stopped,” he said. “To see her now, confused, frightened, asking the same question again and again… it’s heartbreaking.”

A reminder of a national crisis

Beyond his personal grief, Frizell used the interview to highlight the challenges families across the UK face in accessing support for dementia patients — calling the system “overwhelmed, underfunded, and nowhere near prepared.”

He stressed that hundreds of thousands of families are quietly fighting the same battle, often without adequate resources.

Fiona is “still here” — but changed forever

Despite the grim outlook, Frizell emphasised that Fiona’s personality still shines through in moments of clarity: her humour, her warmth, and flashes of the journalist Britain came to love.

“She’s still with us. She’s still Fiona,” he said. “But the Fiona who could hold a conversation, remember details, organise a day… she slips away a little more each week.”

As the interview closed, Frizell’s voice wavered — a man grieving the loss of the woman he loves while she is still physically beside him.

PALACE WAR ERUPTS Meghan Markle has reportedly dropped a bombshell letter to King Charles — complaining about royal rules and reigniting fresh chaos inside the Palace.

Meghan Markle reportedly wanted answers from King Charles.

Meghan reportedly sent a letter to King Charles (Image: GETTY)

Meghan Markle reportedly tried to make private contact with King Charles to ask about why she was prohibited from doing certain things when she was a working royal. Since making the decision to step away from her official role in 2020, Meghan has been criticised for publicly voicing her thoughts on her time as a member of the Firm.

It has been reported that Meghan did try and resolve the challenges she was experiencing behind closed doors, with her having written a letter to her father-in-law. In the message, Meghan is said to have complained about “different rules” that she had to follow while carrying out her royal duties, compared to other members of the Royal Family.

Speaking in a previous video uploaded to his YouTube channel, veteran royal-watcher Neil Sean claimed that Meghan “wanted answers” from the King.

Meghan wrote to her father-in-law (Image: Getty)

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Mr Sean said: “Meghan Markle wants some answers from His Majesty the King. She tried to set up a meeting with him, she sent him a letter and wanted a one-to-one to explain exactly the problems she’s encountered ever since becoming a member of the British monarchy.”

He added that Meghan felt that she was treated differently from other extended family members, such as Sarah Ferguson.

Mr Sean added: “The thing that really riles Meghan is that Fergie pops up on things like the ITV daytime show This Morning, Loose Women and billing herself as the Duchess of York, selling books and possibly doing adverts all under the Royal Family.

“Meghan and Harry seemingly don’t understand why it’s a different rule for her.”

Meghan and Harry now reside in California with their children (Image: Instagram/meghan)Five years after stepping down from royal life, Meghan and Harry now reside in California with their children, Prince Archie, six, and Princess Lilibet, four.

The couple have just spent their seventh Christmas away from the royals, their sixth in the US.

WHAT’S REALLY HAPPENING TO ITV DAYTIME? From Lorraine hosting changes to shortened episodes and staff exits, sweeping cuts are reshaping daytime TV.

ITV daytime is changing, as a result of huge budget cuts, and things will be very different for the broadcaster going forward.

One aspect of ITV that’s set to be heavily affected is its core daytime offerings, which include Good Morning Britain, Lorraine, This Morning and Loose Women.

The good news is, none of these shows have been axed entirely. However, they are going to change pretty dramatically.

For the full run-down, keep reading….

ITV daytime goes seasonal

Loose Women will only air 30 weeks of the year (Credit: ITV)
One major change is that Lorraine and Loose Women will no longer be aired for 52 weeks of the year. Instead, they will be aired seasonally for 30 weeks per year, meaning that the shows will lose more than 100 episodes.

The exact timeframe of when these shows will air has not yet been confirmed, but it’s likely that it will follow a rough ‘school term’ schedule.

ITV daytime and studio changes amid cuts

This Morning will remain with its current schedule (Credit: ITV)
Lorraine’s runtime has also been slashed by half an hour to make room for more Good Morning Britain.

During the weeks Lorraine airs, it will run from 9:30am-10am instead of 9am-10am. This means that Good Morning Britain will run between 6am and 9:30am.

Moreover, for the 22 weeks Lorraine is not on TV, Good Morning Britain will be extended even further.

As for This Morning, the show will continue to air between 10am and 12:30pm, while Loose Women will once again occupy their old 12:30pm-1:30pm slot.

This Morning, Lorraine and Loose Women are also migrating to a new studio in central London: one that they will share in order to cut costs. While all of them will continue to be live, Loose Women will no longer have a live studio audience.

Meanwhile, Good Morning Britain is going to start being produced by ITV News at ITN.

Who is leaving?

Rumour has it Adil Ray is on his way out (Credit: ITV)
The reduction of Lorraine episodes means that Ranvir Singh and Christine Lampard will no longer step in to host the chat show — instead, Lorraine herself will be flying solo. However, Ranvir and Christine will likely remain across ITV’s TV circuit.

The cut of Loose Women’s live studio audience has resulted in Loose Women legend Lee Peart’s sacking. The comedian, who has been on the show since 2017, previously served as the audience’s warm-up act.

Jordan Rowley, who has served as a Loose Women producer for four years, was also axed from the show, with Ruth paying tribute to her “lovely friend” in a social media post.

As for Good Morning Britain, US correspondent Noel Phillips is also facing the axe. Moreover, back in May, The Mail also claimed that Adil Ray might also be leaving. There hasn’t been any further word on this since, though.

According to The Mirror, around 220 jobs are being cut from ITV’s daytime team. There’s been a lot of speculation over which high-profile presenters would leave these flagship shows. However, so far, it looks like the only one affected is Andrew Pierce, who announced his exit in December.

Dr Hilary Jones also confirmed he’s leaving amid the upcoming ITV cuts.

What has ITV said?

Good Morning Britain is being extended (Credit: ITV)
As the ‘bloodbath’ of redundancies and format changes were announced, Kevin Lygo, Managing Director of ITV’s Media and Entertainment Division, said: “Daytime is a really important part of what we do, and these scheduling and production changes will enable us to continue to deliver a schedule providing viewers with the news, debate and discussion they love from the presenters they know and trust as well generating savings which will allow us to reinvest across the programme budget in other genres.”

“These changes also allow us to consolidate our news operations and expand our national, international and regional news output and to build upon our proud history of trusted journalism at a time when our viewers need accurate, unbiased news coverage more than ever.”

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“I Never Thought I’d Be Saying Goodbye Like This…” Holly Willoughby has finally confirmed her exit, and the emotion in her words has left fans devastated. After years at the very heart of daytime television, Holly admitted this was a decision she never imagined having to make. What began as hushed backstage whispers has now become reality—her time on the show is coming to an end, marking the close of an era for viewers who grew up watching her. “It’s been incredibly hard,” she shared, visibly emotional, as sources revealed the atmosphere behind the scenes shifted almost overnight. Producers are now racing to plan what comes next, while colleagues struggle to come to terms with her departure. So why now? What finally pushed Holly to step away—and is this farewell truly the end, or the start of a new chapter no one saw coming?

Holly Willoughby Sets Her Final TV Date — Inside the Decision That Ends a Golden Era of British Daytime Television

For more than a decade, Holly Willoughby has been one of the most trusted and recognisable faces on British television — a presenter whose warmth could fill a studio and whose calm authority could soothe even the most awkward live broadcast. That is why her latest announcement has sent shockwaves through the entertainment world.

In a heartfelt message shared with her followers, Holly confirmed that she is stepping away from television, with her final working day now officially scheduled for the end of the current season. It was a quiet statement, free from drama — yet the weight of it has been impossible to ignore.

After years at the heart of major shows such as This Morning and Dancing on Ice, her departure feels less like a resignation and more like the closing of an era.

Those close to the presenter say the decision has been building for some time. While Holly has never shied away from her love for her work, the reality of long filming days, relentless public scrutiny and the pressures of live television have slowly reshaped her priorities. Insiders suggest that family time, personal well-being and long-postponed ambitions have finally risen to the top of her list.

Behind the scenes, her announcement has left production teams facing an uncomfortable reality. Replacing Holly is not simply about finding another presenter — it’s about filling a role that blended professionalism with authenticity in a way few ever manage. Colleagues are said to be both supportive and emotional, knowing that the chemistry she brought to the screen cannot easily be recreated.

For viewers, the news is deeply bittersweet. Many have grown up with Holly’s voice in their living rooms, watching her navigate everything from celebrity interviews to heartfelt real-life stories with equal grace. Her ability to make audiences feel seen and understood is the very reason her absence will be felt so profoundly.

Speculation is already swirling around what lies ahead. Some believe Holly may turn her attention to producing, mentoring younger talent or shaping projects behind the camera. Others hint at writing, lifestyle ventures or even an entirely new direction that would allow her to maintain a creative presence without the unforgiving pace of live broadcasting.

What is certain is that her decision has sparked wider conversations about the demands placed on television stars, particularly women balancing public careers with private lives. Holly’s choice serves as a quiet reminder that stepping back is not failure — sometimes it is the bravest form of success.

As her final appearance approaches, tributes continue to pour in from fans and industry figures alike. There will be tears, applause and no shortage of nostalgia when she finally signs off. But beyond the sadness lies something else: admiration for a woman who gave her all to her craft — and now chooses herself.

Holly Willoughby may be leaving the studio lights behind, but the legacy she leaves on British television is already secure.