'Darling's career hanging by a thread'

The career of the man responsible for imposing swingeing tax hikes on the industry was hanging by a thread last night after Gordon Brown appeared to indicate that the Chancellor Alistair Darling was history. Darling said he would repay £700 following the revelation that he kept claiming expenses for a London flat rented out to tenants after being given a free apartment in Downing Street - Daily Express​

Police forces around the UK are embarking on a "relentless campaign" to crack down on drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it has been announced. Officers are set to carry out more stop checks to prevent intoxicated or drugged up motorists taking the wheel, said the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) - The Mirror​

Marmite is producing a limited-edition spread to celebrate the forthcoming Ashes series against Australia - in a jar that looks like a cricket ball. Marmite's limited-edition 'cricket spread' to celebrate Ashes The distinctive spread is being flavoured with Marston's Pedigree, the official beer of English cricket - The Telegraph​

Britain could be facing a beer and cider drought this summer. Drinks suppliers have warned stocks of lager, bitter and cider could run out because supermarkets are failing to keep their stocks topped up - Metro​

When it comes to the Great British Summer, every silver lining must have a cloud. So as millions enjoyed the best weather of the year so far, the Government issued its first smog warning. The glorious sunshine and sizzling temperatures of the last few days have created the perfect conditions for choking clouds of pollution and fumes over most of the country - The Daily Mail​