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Diesel vehicles can cost less to run, report finds
Ministers are preparing to tackle overpriced electric car charging amid fears that it can cost as much to run a green vehicle as a conventional diesel. Rules will be introduced early next year to make roadside pricing for electricity more “consistent and transparent”, so that motorists are not...Ministers are preparing to tackle overpriced electric car charging amid fears that it can cost as much to run a green vehicle as a conventional diesel. Rules will be introduced early next year to make roadside pricing for electricity more “consistent and transparent”, so that motorists are not...Ministers are preparing to tackle overpriced electric car charging amid fears that it can cost as much to run a green vehicle...
Read the full storyWhitehall is investigating the nuclear regulator after The Times revealed that several serious accidents had been dismissed as posing no safety risk. The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) has come under fire from experts who argue it is too close to the industry to police it rigorously. Yesterday an investigation disclosed that the...Whitehall is investigating the nuclear regulator after The Times revealed that several serious accidents had been dismissed as posing no safety risk. The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) has come under fire from experts who argue it is too close to the industry to police it rigorously. Yesterday an investigation disclosed that the...Whitehall is investigating the nuclear regulator after The Times revealed that several serious accidents had been dismissed as...
Read the full storyThe vast majority of middle-aged adults drink too much alcohol, are overweight or exercise too little, official figures show. Health officials have urged the public to stop “burying their heads in the sand” after a report showed that 83 per cent of people aged 40 to 60 were putting themselves at risk because of...The vast majority of middle-aged adults drink too much alcohol, are overweight or exercise too...The vast majority of middle-aged adults drink too much alcohol, are overweight or exercise too...
Read the full storyA woman clung to the rope of a lifebuoy for almost 30 minutes to stop her husband being swept out to sea after he...A woman clung to the rope of a lifebuoy for almost 30 minutes to stop her husband being swept out...A woman clung to the rope of a lifebuoy for almost 30 minutes to stop her husband being swept out...
Read the full storyThe Times Diary
Either Theresa May is turning into Captain Mainwaring in the way she addresses subordinates or there is a gremlin in...Either Theresa May is turning into Captain Mainwaring in the way she addresses subordinates or...Either Theresa May is turning into Captain Mainwaring in the way she addresses subordinates or...
Read the full storyGeorge Michael’s cousin regrets that their reconciliation has been snatched away
The cousin of George Michael, who fell out with the singer over his hedonistic lifestyle, has told of his heartbreak that the singer died a week before their planned reconciliation. Andros Georgiou, 54, a former music producer who toured the world with Michael at the height of his fame, said he had been looking forward to making peace with the star after an 18-year...The cousin of George Michael, who fell out with the singer over his hedonistic lifestyle, has...The cousin of George Michael, who fell out with the singer over his hedonistic lifestyle, has...
Read the full storyWhen George Michael gave an interview in September 1990 before the release of his second album, confessing that fame...When George Michael gave an interview in September 1990 before the release of his second album, confessing that fame made him “miserable”, Frank Sinatra was not impressed. Ol’ Blue Eyes was so unimpressed with the reluctant young star, that he wrote an open letter to the LA Times Calendar magazine that published the...When George Michael gave an interview in September 1990 before the release of his second album, confessing that fame made him...
Read the full storypolitical sketch
Politics in 2016 went much as we all expected at the start of the year. Apart from the result of the referendum, of course, and David Cameron stepping down and Theresa May stepping up and Jeremy Corbyn clinging on and Nigel Farage becoming the...Politics in 2016 went much as we all expected at the start of the year. Apart from the result of...Politics in 2016 went much as we all expected at the start of the year. Apart from the result of...
Read the full storyThe art of giving is a gift in itself, and one that many have yet to master. Phallic cookie cutters, PVC underwear, a...The art of giving is a gift in itself, and one that many have yet to master. Phallic cookie...The art of giving is a gift in itself, and one that many have yet to master. Phallic cookie...
Read the full storyThe relatives of a British man who was shot in the head in Antigua on Christmas Day are battling to raise the £90,000...The relatives of a British man who was shot in the head in Antigua on Christmas Day are battling...The relatives of a British man who was shot in the head in Antigua on Christmas Day are battling...
Read the full storyRail passengers are making do with trains that are more than 40 years old as the ageing network struggles under the weight of rising demand. Trains are an average of 21 years old, leaving the fleet at its oldest since the start...Rail passengers are making do with trains that are more than 40 years old as the ageing network struggles under the weight of rising demand. Trains are an average of 21 years old, leaving the fleet at its oldest since the start...Rail passengers are making do with trains that are more than 40 years old as the ageing network struggles under the...
Read the full storyRail companies have been accused of profiting from passenger misery by paying out bumper dividends while imposing inflation-busting fare rises. Research from the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) found that Britain’s...Rail companies have been accused of profiting from passenger misery by paying out bumper dividends while imposing inflation-busting fare rises. Research from the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) found that Britain’s...Rail companies have been accused of profiting from passenger misery by paying out bumper dividends while imposing...
Read the full storyNews in brief
A lost self-portrait by history’s “greatest female artist” has been discovered on an English country estate. Judith Leyster’s second self-portrait, painted after a 20-year hiatus during which she raised her family and allowed her “mediocre”...A lost self-portrait by history’s “greatest female artist” has been discovered on an English...A lost self-portrait by history’s “greatest female artist” has been discovered on an English...
Read the full storyIsrael is set to anger its allies by approving the building of more homes on occupied Palestinian land, escalating an international row that began after the United Nations security council voted last week to condemn settlement expansion. The United States did not act to block the UN resolution on...Israel is set to anger its allies by approving the building of more homes on occupied Palestinian land, escalating an international row that began after the United Nations security council voted last week to condemn settlement expansion. The United States did not act to block the UN resolution on...Israel is set to anger its allies by approving the building of more homes on occupied Palestinian land, escalating an...
Read the full storyThe Russian military airliner that crashed into the Black Sea on Christmas Day, killing all 92 people on board, stalled because of a fault in its wing flaps, it was claimed last night. “Preliminary findings indicate that the plane’s flaps didn’t work synchronously, which caused the wings to lose their lift, and because the speed was not...The Russian military airliner that crashed into the Black Sea on Christmas Day, killing all 92 people on board, stalled because of a fault in its wing flaps, it was claimed last night. “Preliminary findings indicate that the plane’s flaps didn’t work synchronously, which caused the wings to lose their lift, and because the speed was not...The Russian military airliner that crashed into the Black Sea on Christmas Day, killing all 92 people on board, stalled because...
Read the full storyThe Japanese prime minister offered “sincere and everlasting condolences” during a landmark visit to Pearl Harbor with President Obama last night. However, Shinzo Abe did not apologise for the infamous surprise attack on the Hawaiian naval base 75 years ago that killed more than 2,300 Americans and caused the US to...The Japanese prime minister offered “sincere and everlasting condolences” during a landmark visit...The Japanese prime minister offered “sincere and everlasting condolences” during a landmark visit...
Read the full storyChina aims to land the first probe on the dark side of the Moon and will send another to Mars by 2020 in an ambitious space programme that has raised concerns in the Pentagon. After sending the Chang’e-4 to collect samples from the near side of...China aims to land the first probe on the dark side of the Moon and will send another to Mars by...China aims to land the first probe on the dark side of the Moon and will send another to Mars by...
Read the full storyA holiday trip to the Grand Canyon turned into a 36-hour fight for survival when a mother attempted to walk through a...A holiday trip to the Grand Canyon turned into a 36-hour fight for survival when a mother...A holiday trip to the Grand Canyon turned into a 36-hour fight for survival when a mother...
Read the full storySnares that rip off limbs, poachers trading in skins, wealthy Middle Eastern collectors who pay handsomely for cubs...Snares that rip off limbs, poachers trading in skins, wealthy Middle Eastern collectors who pay...Snares that rip off limbs, poachers trading in skins, wealthy Middle Eastern collectors who pay...
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London house prices will stall next year as slowing growth and higher inflation eat into household incomes, according to the annual survey of 48 leading economists by The Times. After years of runaway growth that has seen the average price of a home in the capital soar from £294,000 before the crisis to £474,000, the majority of the respondents expect London prices...London house prices will stall next year as slowing growth and higher inflation eat into...London house prices will stall next year as slowing growth and higher inflation eat into...
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There is no getting away from the biggest risk facing Britain next year. Brexit looms large for all 48 respondents to...There is no getting away from the biggest risk facing Britain next year. Brexit looms large for all 48 respondents to the third annual economists’ survey by The Times. Twenty five respondents listed disruption from leaving the EU as their greatest concern while 11 warned that the eurozone will slide back into...There is no getting away from the biggest risk facing Britain next year. Brexit looms large for all 48 respondents to the third...
Read the full storyThe Co-op is to open 100 stores across the UK next year in a £70 million expansion programme despite the tough food price war gripping the supermarket sector. In a sign of the grocer’s growing ambitions, the Co-op said it would...The Co-op is to open 100 stores across the UK next year in a £70 million expansion programme despite the tough food price war gripping the supermarket sector. In a sign of the grocer’s growing ambitions, the Co-op said it would...The Co-op is to open 100 stores across the UK next year in a £70 million expansion programme despite the tough food...
Read the full storySports Direct is to sell its Dunlop sportswear brand to a Japanese buyer in a surprise £112 million deal. Sumitomo Rubber Industries has confirmed that it is buying the trademark rights to the Dunlop brand overseas, as well as...Sports Direct is to sell its Dunlop sportswear brand to a Japanese buyer in a surprise £112 million deal. Sumitomo Rubber Industries has confirmed that it is buying the trademark rights to the Dunlop brand overseas, as well as...Sports Direct is to sell its Dunlop sportswear brand to a Japanese buyer in a surprise £112 million deal. Sumitomo...
Read the full storyA London-based start-up is using blockchain technology of the kind that underpins the crypto-currency bitcoin to tackle the problem of fraud and theft in the market for fine wines. Everledger has teamed up with IBM to transform the way fine wines...A London-based start-up is using blockchain technology of the kind that underpins the...A London-based start-up is using blockchain technology of the kind that underpins the...
Read the full storyCHRISTMAS APPEAL
Corporate responsibility is high on any business agenda and has become an increasingly important part of a charity’s annual funding. This year The Times charity appeal has had the backing of three companies that chose their good causes to reflect...Corporate responsibility is high on any business agenda and has become an increasingly important...Corporate responsibility is high on any business agenda and has become an increasingly important...
Read the full storyPremier League
Swansea City began the search for a third manager of the season last night after sacking Bob Bradley just 85 days into his reign. The shambolic 4-1 home defeat by West Ham United on Monday was the final straw for Swansea’s owners, with the club four points adrift of safety after a run of only two...Swansea City began the search for a third manager of the season last night after sacking Bob Bradley just 85 days into his reign. The shambolic 4-1 home defeat by West Ham United on Monday was the final straw for Swansea’s owners, with the club four points adrift of safety after a run of only two...Swansea City began the search for a third manager of the season last night after sacking Bob Bradley just 85 days into his reign.
Read the full storyDrugs in sport
Russia has admitted for the first time that its officials were involved in a wide-ranging doping operation involving dozens of the country’s Olympic athletes, it was claimed last night. The allegations of systematic cheating have always been strongly denied, but Anna Antseliovich, the acting director general of Russia’s national anti-doping...Russia has admitted for the first time that its officials were involved in a wide-ranging doping operation involving dozens of the country’s Olympic athletes, it was claimed last night. The allegations of systematic cheating have always been strongly denied, but Anna Antseliovich, the acting director general of Russia’s national anti-doping...Russia has admitted for the first time that its officials were involved in a wide-ranging doping operation involving dozens of...
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Joe Marler was described as “fitter than ever” after completing 80 minutes in Harlequins’ win at Twickenham yesterday in a performance that will soften the blow of England losing the services of his front-row rival. The Harlequins loose-head prop received a stamp to a calf in the first half and then a blow to an...Joe Marler was described as “fitter than ever” after completing 80 minutes in Harlequins’ win at...Joe Marler was described as “fitter than ever” after completing 80 minutes in Harlequins’ win at...
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Premier League
Premier League
matthew Syed
A few years ago, I was asked to go to the Lakeside Country Club to write a “colour piece” about the “arrers”. The idea was to get under the skin of the sport, to get a sense of what Ted “The Count” Hankey is really like, and whether Andy “The...A few years ago, I was asked to go to the Lakeside Country Club to write a “colour piece” about...A few years ago, I was asked to go to the Lakeside Country Club to write a “colour piece” about...
Read the full storyGabriele Marcotti
Premier League
Constant threat
The great strength for Jürgen Klopp remains Liverpool’s ability to spread the goals around.Constant threat
The great strength for Jürgen Klopp remains Liverpool’s ability to spread...Constant threat
The great strength for Jürgen Klopp remains Liverpool’s ability to spread...
Tony Cascarino
Swansea City were once a byword for a well-run club, completing a seven-season rise from the fourth tier to the...Swansea City were once a byword for a well-run club, completing a seven-season rise from the...Swansea City were once a byword for a well-run club, completing a seven-season rise from the...
Read the full storyJames DeGale interview
To get to the heart of boxing you need to ignore the snake-oil salesmen and the trash-talk that nags like tinnitus and listen to the champion’s mum as she makes porridge. She is stirring the pot on a stove in her son’s St Albans kitchen. The title...To get to the heart of boxing you need to ignore the snake-oil salesmen and the trash-talk that...To get to the heart of boxing you need to ignore the snake-oil salesmen and the trash-talk that...
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Premier League
Premier League
Championship
Championship
sports photography
We kicked off 2016 by embarking on a unique project for Times Sport, titled ‘My Sporting Body’, where we took athletes from an array of different disciplines to show how a lifetime of dedication has resulted in a physique perfectly tuned to their particular sport. Our first was Exeter and England rugby player Jack Nowell, who needed no encouragement whatsoever to jump...We kicked off 2016 by embarking on a unique project for Times Sport, titled ‘My Sporting Body’...We kicked off 2016 by embarking on a unique project for Times Sport, titled ‘My Sporting Body’...
Read the full story2016 review
Every day this week, Times Sport is bringing you 100 of the most astonishing numbers from the year in sport. The...Every day this week, Times Sport is bringing you 100 of the most astonishing numbers from the year in sport. The stats extravaganza started yesterday with 20 quiz questions and continues today with the first 20 numbers in the series. 4.7 - The percentage of Barcelona’s all-time goals scored by Lionel Messi, who...Every day this week, Times Sport is bringing you 100 of the most astonishing numbers from the year in sport. The stats...
Read the full storyResults, scorers and upcoming games for the season
Obituary
Colourful, witty and somewhat erratic actress born into Hollywood royalty and best known for playing Princess Leia in Star Wars
Carrie Fisher was fresh out of drama school when she was auditioned by George Lucas for the part of Princess Leia in an obscure sci-fi film called Star Wars. Almost 40 years later she reprised her role for one of the franchise’s many films, The Force Awakens, in which once again she was fighting intergalactic foes. Between those two milestones Fisher, born...Carrie Fisher was fresh out of drama school when she was auditioned by George Lucas for the part...Carrie Fisher was fresh out of drama school when she was auditioned by George Lucas for the part...
Read the full storyOBITUARY
When, in 1971, the director Mike Leigh wanted to cast an actress capable of improvisation, he came across a...When, in 1971, the director Mike Leigh wanted to cast an actress capable of improvisation, he came across a photograph of Liz Smith in Spotlight, the actor’s directory, and his curiosity was aroused. She was wearing a misshapen hat, had a pinched face full of that elusive quality “character” and, according to her...When, in 1971, the director Mike Leigh wanted to cast an actress capable of improvisation, he came across a photograph of Liz...
Read the full storyOBITUARIES
The Most Rev Edward Daly
Bishop of Derry, 1974-93, was born on December 5, 1933. He died on August 8, 2016, aged 82
Father Edward Daly became a symbol of Christian dignity amid the sectarian hatred of the Troubles in Northern Ireland when he waved...The Most Rev Edward Daly
Bishop of Derry, 1974-93, was born on December 5, 1933. He died on...The Most Rev Edward Daly
Bishop of Derry, 1974-93, was born on December 5, 1933. He died on...
FASHION
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ARTS
As The Play That Goes Wrong heads to Broadway, actor Michael Simkins wincingly recalls occasions when dramas really did turn into a crisis
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The top relationship turn-off, research repeatedly tells us, is a partner who doesn’t wash enough and smells like a polecat’s groin. I understand that, I really do, but it wouldn’t be my number one deal-breaker. Body odour, revolting as it is, can...The top relationship turn-off, research repeatedly tells us, is a partner who doesn’t wash enough...The top relationship turn-off, research repeatedly tells us, is a partner who doesn’t wash enough...
Read the full storyThe arts in 2016
The arts in 2016
THE ARTS IN 2016
THE ARTS IN 2016
Graduates at Scotland’s universities are being hit by millions of pounds in “unfair” graduation fees that may be illegal. Every year, the country’s higher education institutions receive a total of about £2 million in the charges, which are compulsory and demanded in advance of students receiving their degree whether they attend a ceremony or not. Figures obtained by The...Graduates at Scotland’s universities are being hit by millions of pounds in “unfair” graduation...Graduates at Scotland’s universities are being hit by millions of pounds in “unfair” graduation...
Read the full storyThe principle of educating disabled children in mainstream schools is under threat as a result of staffing shortages...The principle of educating disabled children in mainstream schools is under threat as a result of staffing shortages and budget cuts, teachers have warned. Scotland’s largest teaching union has called for significant investment if “mainstreaming”, widely accepted over the past 15 years, is to continue. The...The principle of educating disabled children in mainstream schools is under threat as a result of staffing shortages and budget...
Read the full storyWomen who binge drink are portrayed more negatively by the media than men who do the same thing, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of Glasgow and Glasgow Caledonian University carried out research into the...Women who binge drink are portrayed more negatively by the media than men who do the same thing, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of Glasgow and Glasgow Caledonian University carried out research into the...Women who binge drink are portrayed more negatively by the media than men who do the same thing, according to a new...
Read the full storyScots are missing out on more than £2 billion of social security payments on average each year, according to Labour. The impartial Scottish Parliament Information Centre estimates that Scotland has £428 million worth of...Scots are missing out on more than £2 billion of social security payments on average each year, according to Labour. The impartial Scottish Parliament Information Centre estimates that Scotland has £428 million worth of...Scots are missing out on more than £2 billion of social security payments on average each year, according to Labour.
Read the full storyMichael Grant
Aye, 2016 really was a bugger of a year. Bad news and depression everywhere you turned. Not a laugh or anything to lighten the spirit anywhere. Take Scottish football, think of all the darkness which fell over it: issues as grave as Johnny Hayes...Aye, 2016 really was a bugger of a year. Bad news and depression everywhere you turned. Not a...Aye, 2016 really was a bugger of a year. Bad news and depression everywhere you turned. Not a...
Read the full storySimon Coveney is considering proposals to allow struggling businesses a “rates break” to encourage investment in under-developed towns and villages across the country. New legislation set to be published next year could impose higher levies on thriving areas and even penalise businesses that do not make a valuable contribution to the upkeep of their local area. The...Simon Coveney is considering proposals to allow struggling businesses a “rates break” to...Simon Coveney is considering proposals to allow struggling businesses a “rates break” to...
Read the full storyBono, Michael D Higgins and Amma, the Hindu hugging guru, have been suggested to lead a proposed diplomatic taskforce...Bono, Michael D Higgins and Amma, the Hindu hugging guru, have been suggested to lead a proposed diplomatic taskforce for conflict zones. Concern, the aid agency, put forward the idea after calling on world powers to set up a new team of influential, global figures who could be deployed to broker peace. Others...Bono, Michael D Higgins and Amma, the Hindu hugging guru, have been suggested to lead a proposed diplomatic taskforce for...
Read the full storyVictims of crime will have the right to access information on the progress of investigations and will be able to seek a review of a decision not to prosecute a suspect under new laws. The measures are included in the Criminal...Victims of crime will have the right to access information on the progress of investigations and will be able to seek a review of a decision not to prosecute a suspect under new laws. The measures are included in the Criminal...Victims of crime will have the right to access information on the progress of investigations and will be able to seek...
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The Netherlands is not that bigger than Munster and has a population of 17 million. It provides housing for its people without any sense of overcrowding. Ireland is an underpopulated and rich country. As such, the provision of...The Netherlands is not that bigger than Munster and has a population of 17 million. It provides housing for its people without any sense of overcrowding. Ireland is an underpopulated and rich country. As such, the provision of...The Netherlands is not that bigger than Munster and has a population of 17 million. It provides housing for its...
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Almost 20 Irish athletes, rugby players and GAA players had permission to use a restricted steroid while they were competing last year, figures from Sport Ireland show. Prednisolone, a steroid used to treat ailments including lung conditions and...Almost 20 Irish athletes, rugby players and GAA players had permission to use a restricted...Almost 20 Irish athletes, rugby players and GAA players had permission to use a restricted...
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Rethinking Europe
Frustration with the EU is increasing across the Continent. Its institutions must be reformed to survive
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Building in the most scenic parts of Britain
Sir, Besides the reasons given in your leader (Dec 27), there are two further grounds why building in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty is generally inappropriate. First, employment opportunities in rural areas are minimal and hence housing...Sir, Besides the reasons given in your leader (Dec 27), there are two further grounds why...Sir, Besides the reasons given in your leader (Dec 27), there are two further grounds why...
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UK: Southampton take on Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League football; the London Stock Exchange reopens after Christmas; the British Bankers’ Association publishes high street banking groups statistics; the all-female line-up of guest editors on Radio 4’s Today programme between Christmas and new year continues with Helena Morrissey, the former CEO of Newton Investment Management.
US: Forbes publishes its top-grossing actors of the year list, topped by Chris Pratt ($1.7bn), Vin Diesel ($1.5bn) and Robert Downey Jr ($1.4bn).
On this day
In 1879 the Tay Bridge in Dundee, Scotland, collapsed as a train crossed it, killing at least 59 people;
In 1895 the Lumière brothers, Auguste and Louis, hosted the first paid-for film screening at the Salon Indien du Grand Café in Paris;
In 1904 the first weather reports relayed by wireless telegraphy were published in London;
In 1980 the introduction of breakfast television was announced, with the Independent Broadcasting Authority giving the contract for breakfast news to TV-am.
Nature notes
At dusk there are many great gatherings of starlings in the sky, nowadays called murmurations. They are birds that are going down to roost, mostly in reedbeds. Some of them may come from as far as 20 miles away for a secure night’s rest. They perform extraordinary manoeuvres in the air, with the flock constantly changing shape, looking like such things as gigantic black Christmas trees or even teapots with spouts. Then they all drop down dramatically into the reeds.
On the webzine of birdguides.com there is a list of the ten best places to see the spectacle. The largest is at Shapwick Heath in the Somerset Levels, where the reedbeds attract more than a million starlings. Piers, with their metal struts for perches, are also favoured, notably the derelict West Pier at Brighton, where the birds perform over the beach, as well as Blackpool and Aberystwyth piers. City centres were much used in the past and Belfast still has its great evening murmuration.
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Birthdays today
Jill Ainscough, chief operating officer, Ofcom (2007-14), 59; Noël Annesley, honorary chairman, Christie’s UK, 75; Sir Colin Birss, High Court judge, 52; Terry Butcher, footballer, England (1980-90), and commentator, 58; James Caan, entrepreneur, Dragons’ Den investor (2007-12), 56; Sir John Carter, deputy chairman, Travelers Insurance Company, and chief executive, Commercial Union (1994-98), 79; Richard Clayderman, pianist and entertainer, 63; Sir Max Hastings, bestselling military historian and editor, The Daily Telegraph (1986-95), 71; Lord (Roy) Hattersley, deputy leader of the Labour Party (1983-92), 84; Nicola Horlick, investment fund manager, 56; Lady Barbara Judge, lawyer, chairwoman, Institute of Directors, Pension Protection Fund (2010-Jun 16), 70; Professor FP Kelly, statistician and master of Christ’s College, Cambridge (2006-Aug 2016), 66; Nigel Kennedy, violinist and founder of the Orchestra of Life, 60; Stan Lee, writer and publisher, Marvel Comics, 94; John Legend, singer-songwriter, All of Me (2013), 38; Alex Lloyd, motor racing driver, winner of the 25 Hours of Thunderhill endurance race (2014), 32; Terry Morgan, chairman, Crossrail, 68; Sienna Miller, actress, Layer Cake (2004), Burnt (2015), 35; Baroness (Helen) Newlove, victims commissioner, 55; Adam Peaty, swimmer, Olympics gold medallist (2016) and 100m breaststroke world-record holder, 22; Pat Rafter, tennis player, former world No 1, 44; Dame Joan Ruddock, Labour MP (1987-2015), minister of state for the Department of Energy and Climate Change (2009-10), chairwoman, Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (1981-85), 73; Dame Maggie Smith, actress, Downton Abbey (2010-15), The Lady in the Van (2015), 82; Ratan Tata, chairman, Tata Sons Ltd (1991-2012), including Tata Motors and Tata Steel, 79; Gordon Taylor, chief executive, Professional Footballers’ Association, 72; Lady (Barbara Thomas) Judge, chairwoman, UK Pension Protection Fund, UK Atomic Energy Authority (2004-10), 70; Denzel Washington, actor, film director and producer, Training Day (2001), The Equalizer (2014), 62; Liu Xiaobo, human rights activist, Nobel peace prize (2010), 61.