Dan Haygarth
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Senior Reporter at The Independent | Formerly Liverpool ECHO |
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London, not as bad as some have made out
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āAbrupt reality checkā of Iran war has Britons fleeing Dubai for āsafetyā of London
London property agents have told The Independent they are seeing a rise in demand for property in London from those who had moved to the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf nations
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/us-iran-war-dubai-britons-london-property-b2937258.html
4 days ago
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The Independent
8 days ago
Iranās foreign minister says āno one knowsā who will be supreme leader - hours after official claimed one was chosen
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Iranian FM says āno one knowsā who will be supreme leader after claim one was chosen
A senior Iranian official had told state media that a new leader had been elected after a meeting of the regimeās Assembly of Experts
https://trib.al/sRNul1t
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The Independent
8 days ago
Iran-US war latest: Israel threatens to kill new supreme leader as strikes continue across Gulf
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Iran-US war latest: Israel threatens to kill new supreme leader as strikes continue
Strikes on oil storage and refining facilities spark large fires across Iranian capital
https://trib.al/ROyIEve
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Sian Elvin
8 days ago
@the-independent.com
is marking International Women's Day 2026 by publishing our UK influence list for the fourth year running. Compiled by staff, the list highlights 50 women who have had a significant impact across the country over the last year.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
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"They all suffered⦠but it always takes a woman to try and change things for the good." An excellent interview with Margaret Aspinall by
@danhaygarth1.bsky.social
āļø Proud to have edited this list and these inspiring stories!
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
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Margaret Aspinall: Why Iām not afraid to tell Starmer how it is
Margaret Aspinall, who has campaigned tirelessly for justice since her son was killed in the Hillsborough disaster, speaks to Dan Haygarth as she features on The Independentās influence list this Inte...
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/margaret-aspinall-hillsborough-law-starmer-international-womens-day-b2927410.html
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I will be forever in awe of the Hillsborough families and their refusal to give in. The very best of the city of Liverpool. Spoke to Margaret Aspinall as she features on
@the-independent.com
's Influence List for International Women's Day
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Margaret Aspinall: Why Iām not afraid to tell Starmer how it is
Margaret Aspinall, who has campaigned tirelessly for justice since her son was killed in the Hillsborough disaster, speaks to Dan Haygarth as she features on The Independentās influence list this Inte...
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/margaret-aspinall-hillsborough-law-starmer-international-womens-day-b2927410.html
8 days ago
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Gorton and Denton felt abandoned by Labour, now itās left the party with nowhere to turn. A seismic moment in British politics. Is there such a thing as a Labour heartland anymore? My report from the constituency
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Gorton and Denton voters explain why Labour lost crucial by-election
This corner of Greater Manchester, a key brick in the red wall, felt abandoned by Labour. Its voters tell Dan Haygarth why theyāve ditched Starmerās party, leaving it with nowhere to turn
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/gorton-denton-green-party-starmer-spencer-b2928899.html
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27 days ago
Speaking with a friend and one of the most depressing things is that this powerful new technology is coming for the sectors where human beings are at their most passionate and creative - why do we want to reduce that? Why not focus it on being a force for good in solving global problems. Naive sure.
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Speaking to voters in Gorton and Denton, there's no love for Starmer. Many in what was a Labour stronghold feel betrayed by the government. One man could win many of them back to the party, however.
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Disdain for Labour unites Gorton and Denton ahead of crucial by-election
The fate of Keir Starmerās premiership could be decided in Gorton and Denton this month, where Labour faces a struggle to cling on to a 13,000 majority. Dan Haygarth speak to despondent constituents w...
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/gorton-denton-byelection-starmer-labour-reform-greens-b2917427.html
about 1 month ago
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about 1 month ago
British socialite āput together group of girlsā for Jeffrey Epstein, emails suggest
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British socialite āput together group of girlsā for Jeffrey Epstein, emails suggest
The late Annabelle Neilson described some of her āgirlsā as being āunfortunately past their sell-by dateā, emails suggest
https://trib.al/m3oxila
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A worrying time for British businesses
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āUS tariffs have had a huge impact on my small business. Now our future is at riskā
Donald Trumpās threat of increased tariffs on imports from the UK could plunge the country into recession
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/tariffs-trump-greenland-small-business-b2903917.html
about 2 months ago
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In Tyldesley, Greater Manchester, four hulking warehouses now tower over residents' homes. They're not standing for it
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āI returned from holiday, went into the garden, and burst into tears at what I sawā
People living near to a huge warehouse development are taking the fight to those behind it
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/astley-warehouse-tyldesley-wigan-b2883471.html
3 months ago
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3 months ago
When we talk about the need for a Hillsborough Law and for a change in the culture of the police, you only have to look at this tone-deaf, brazen and offensive response to the IOPC Hillsborough report from the South Yorkshire Police Federation
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Police federation told 'shame on you' after Hillsborough comments
Families blast statement from police officer organisation which called IOPC report a 'waste of time and money'
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/south-yorkshire-police-federation-told-32990381
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Hillsborough report finds 12 officers would have faced gross misconduct cases
IOPC investigation upholds or finds cases to answer in 92 complaints about police actions over disaster
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/hillsborough-report-gross-misconduct-police-iopc-b2876347.html
3 months ago
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Would be nice if taxes on landlords aren't just dumped on tenants already paying incredibly high rents
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Renters braced for price hikes after Rachel Reeves hits landlords with tax increase
The Conservative leader says Rachel Reevesās plan to increase taxes on rental income will force landlords out of the market and leave tenants paying the price
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/landlord-tax-rise-rent-rachel-reeves-budget-2025-b2873000.html
4 months ago
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It's Budget week and the nation's pubs are bracing themselves, telling me their sector cannot afford any more bad news |
@the-independent.com
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Inside the battle for Britainās pubs as they brace for the Budget
After a bruising few years, the countryās pubs are preparing for the Budget and say they cannot afford more bad news, Dan Haygarth reports
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/pubs-budget-rachel-reeves-tax-b2869326.html
4 months ago
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After a few weeks off since leaving the ECHO, it's great to have started at The Independent. You can get me on
[email protected]
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Rachel Reeves āwill announce milkshake taxā in Budget
Exemption for milkshakes in sugar tax could come to an end when Chancellor announces Budget
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/rachel-reeves-budget-milkshake-tax-b2866638.html
4 months ago
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Nice to sign off with my big head at the top of the ECHO site. Some farewell thoughts on this amazing city -
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
5 months ago
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Liam Thorp
5 months ago
My brilliant
@liverpoolecho.co.uk
colleague & very dear friend
@danhaygarth1.bsky.social
is heading for an exciting new adventure in London In his final piece for his hometown paper, he writes about the things he will miss the most from this wonderful city
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
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The 10 things Iāll miss about Liverpool and a few I wonāt
As ECHO regeneration reporter Dan Haygarth prepares to bid his home city farewell, he writes for one final time about the place he loves
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/10-things-ill-miss-liverpool-32752995
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Some news from me. Yesterday was my last day at
@liverpoolecho.co.uk
. It's been a dream come true to write for this paper and I've been very lucky to work with an amazing group of people. Sad to say goodbye but excited to start as a Senior Reporter at
@the-independent.com
next month.
5 months ago
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I went to Skem, which could be getting a £150m regeneration project. But people in the town will believe it when they see it - having heard it all before
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They sold us the dream, but now we've got nothing
A 'masterplan' says it will revive the fortunes of the town, but those living there said they have heard it all before
https://liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/sold-dream-now-weve-nothing-32691139
5 months ago
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5 months ago
Really good read from
@danhaygarth1.bsky.social
on Skelmersdale - another place that feels cut off and forgotten about
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They sold us the dream, but now we've got nothing
A 'masterplan' says it will revive the fortunes of the town, but those living there said they have heard it all before
https://liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/sold-dream-now-weve-nothing-32691139
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Liam Thorp
5 months ago
The Andrew formerly known as Prince
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Prince Andrew gives up royal titles including Duke of York after 'discussion with King'
In a statement, the prince says:
https://www.bbc.com/news/live/cvgw31y75ywt
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The government said it is backing hospitality, Liverpool's pub owners see it differently
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We asked for help but nobody wants what we got
Pub owners in Liverpool are not impressed by the government's proposed changes for their industry
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/asked-help-nobody-wants-what-32679595
5 months ago
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6 months ago
A very busy few days covering the Labour Party Conference here in Liverpool. We have wanted to make the creation of a Hillsborough Law front and centre of our coverage as it means so much to this city. Thanks to colleagues
@danhaygarth1.bsky.social
and
@lottgibbons.bsky.social
for the team effort
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Here's what we can expect from the PM today
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Keir Starmer to make major NHS announcement in Liverpool speech
The Prime Minister will declare āa new world is comingā in his speech at his party's conference
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/keir-starmer-make-major-nhs-32578017
6 months ago
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Campaigner Charlotte Hennessy and Keir Starmer spoke about the Hillsborough Law on the opening day at Labour Party Conference
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Keir Starmer looked me in the eye and made a promise
Campaigner Charlotte Hennessy and Keir Starmer spoke about the Hillsborough Law on the opening day at Labour Party Conference
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/we-ordinary-people-keir-starmer-32566893
6 months ago
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6 months ago
The Labour Party conference is back in Liverpool & Keir Starmer has a lot to do to convince people that he is the right man to take Labour forward after some bruising months Follow the action from a crucial conference with updates from myself,
@danhaygarth1.bsky.social
and
@lottgibbons.bsky.social
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Labour Party Conference 2025 live updates from Liverpool
The conference begins at ACC Liverpool on Sunday
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/labour-party-conference-2025-live-32566394
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As the Labour Party gathers in Liverpool, I've looked at the housing crisis facing our city and asked people how the government could fix it
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'We were sold a dream but now you're expected to go without'
With rental prices increasing in Merseyside, the ECHO looks at its impact and how it could be changed
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/everyone-sold-dream-now-youre-32564435
6 months ago
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Yet another delay to the project that's meant to fix our delayed trains. Far from great
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High speed rail between Liverpool and Manchester 'delayed again'
The government has said it remains committed to the project but an announcement has delayed it further, according to reports
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/high-speed-rail-between-liverpool-32547184
6 months ago
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Interesting to speak to Jonathan Falkingham from Urban Splash on how they helped regenerate Liverpool in the '90s and 2000s - and their grand plans for Festival Gardens
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We changed how Liverpool looked and now we'll do it again
A company which was central to Liverpool's revival in the late 20th century is now taking on a huge project in the city
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/changed-how-liverpool-looked-now-32515319
6 months ago
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The company has confirmed it will close its Liverpool office
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'Jobs at risk' as major employer to close Liver Building office
The company has confirmed it will close its Liverpool office
http://liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/jobs-risk-major-employer-close-32510299
6 months ago
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Dan Haygarth
Liverpool ECHO
6 months ago
Sir Keir Starmer has written exclusively for the Liverpool Echo as his government prepares to bring a Hillsborough Law to Parliament
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
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Keir Starmer: 'A Hillsborough Law for Liverpool & for everyone'
Writing exclusively in the Liverpool ECHO, the Prime Minister explains why bringing a new Hillsborough Law to Parliament is a landmark moment for the families of the 97 - and all others who have faced...
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/keir-starmer-this-hillsborough-law-32482700
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At long last the Hillsborough Law can become a reality, changing how this country functions and how the state can act. Itās a monumental achievement from the families, who never gave up. āļø
@liamthorp.bsky.social
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The families never gave up. What they've achieved is enormous
Political editor Liam Thorp on the seismic changes a Hillsborough Law will bring after years of tireless campaigning by the families of the 97
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/hillsborough-families-never-gave-up-32479999?utm_source=app
6 months ago
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A British sporting legend. RIP
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Key moments in Liverpool on Ricky Hatton's road to greatness
A number of Ricky's professional fights took place in Liverpool
http://liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/key-moments-liverpool-ricky-hattons-32477181
6 months ago
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Cricket as a force for good in Merseyside? Freddie Flintoff thinks it can be. I spoke to Firwood Bootle CC about Freddie's time there and what they hope to achieve in their community
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'We do anything so they don't take routes down other paths'
England cricket great Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff's new TV series sees this Merseyside club front and centre
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/we-anything-involved-dont-take-32467384
6 months ago
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Very lucky to have seen Oasis twice now, including travelling to Chicago to see Liam and Noel on fine form. It was a very different atmosphere to Wembley, though
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I saw Oasis in UK and USA, Noel's question showed huge difference
Dan Haygarth reports from seeing Oasis in Chicago - and how it was very different from their shows back home
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/saw-oasis-uk-america-noel-32426048
6 months ago
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6 months ago
Myself and
@danhaygarth1.bsky.social
are bringing you all the big news on a big day for British politics
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/uk-worl...
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LIVE: Starmer reshuffling cabinet after Rayner resignation
The Deputy Prime Minister has quit and a reshuffle is expected today
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/live-angela-rayner-resigns-deputy-32421168
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A perfect start to Everton's new era. Here's what fans had to say today
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Everton make 'unreal' start as Blues take over town after win
The ECHO spoke to Evertonians on a historic day for the Toffees
http://liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/everton-make-unreal-start-hill-32341084
7 months ago
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A new era for the Blues begins today. Iāve had a look at what
#EFCās
new ground means for the city
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'Neglected' city area 'suffered' but now has 'enormous potential'
Everton FC play their first competitive match at Hill Dickinson Stadium today, a site which is hoped to drive a renaissance in the city's northern docks
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/neglected-liverpool-area-suffered-years-32327936
7 months ago
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Woolton Hall has been destroyed throughout and every floor of the manor house has collapsed after a fire tore through it, the ECHO understands
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Update on state of Woolton Hall building after devastating fire
Firefighters worked through the night on Tuesday into Wednesday to tackle the blaze at the 18th century manor house
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/update-state-woolton-hall-building-32319368
7 months ago
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Response from the City Region Combined Authority after the ECHO revealed funding concerns for the project to turn Littlewoods into film studios
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Combined authority responds to Littlewoods funding uncertainty
The developer is in discussions with the government to overcome a 'viability challenge'
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/combined-authority-responds-littlewoods-funding-32299133
7 months ago
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Latest from Littlewoods as the developer has told the ECHO the project is facing a 'viability challenge'
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Crucial Littlewoods project facing new funding concerns
The developer behind the project said it is facing a "viability challenge"
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/crucial-littlewoods-project-facing-new-32283018
7 months ago
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It is just so ludicrously exciting that Noel and Liam are back together. Iām counting down the days to Wembley. Amazing write up from
@liamthorp.bsky.social
at what sounded like a triumphant homecoming for Oasis in Manchester
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Liam Gallagher's four words predict night of exhilarating history
Review: Oasis mark their long-awaited Manchester homecoming with an epic set in front of 80,000 people in Heaton Park
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/whats-on/liam-gallaghers-four-words-perfectly-32038161?utm_source=app
8 months ago
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Loved chatting to Digsy about the Oasis song named after him, hanging around with the Gallaghers in the 1990s and what their reunion means for the world of music
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Oasis sang about me and I was the most popular fella in Liverpool
The ECHO spoke to Peter Deary - 'Digsy' from the Oasis song 'Digsy's Dinner'
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/oasis-wrote-song-became-most-31991041
8 months ago
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Latest from the inquiry at Liverpool Town Hall
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Brother of Axel Rudakubana barred from part of Southport inquiry
Inquiry chair makes ruling to bar Dion Rudakubana from attending parts of hearings being held in Liverpool
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/brother-axel-rudakubana-barred-attending-32023591
8 months ago
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Paul Philbin
8 months ago
Southport Inquiry updates as hearings begin at Liverpool Town Hall Updates from
@liamthorp.bsky.social
and
@danhaygarth1.bsky.social
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
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Live Southport Inquiry updates from Liverpool Town Hall
The inquiry will be held at Liverpool Town Hall and begins today
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/live-southport-inquiry-updates-hearings-32011405
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The Southport Inquiry begins at Liverpool Town Hall today. Updates via
@liamthorp.bsky.social
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Live Southport Inquiry updates from Liverpool Town Hall
The inquiry will be held at Liverpool Town Hall and begins today
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/live-southport-inquiry-updates-hearings-32011405
8 months ago
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Liam Thorp
8 months ago
My pal
@danhaygarth1.bsky.social
has done a topical chat with Scouser Digsy - of Oasis song Digsyās Dinner fame - and it is very fun This section particularly stands out š
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