Sir Lenny Henry s comments about the apparent lack of black people in the crowds at Glastonbury Festival have drawn a backlash from members of the public.
ANDREW PIERCE: Barry Sheerman, 81, is standing down at the next election, having served Huddersfield since 1979. Rumours are swirling that a big New Labour beast plans to take his place.
DOMINIC SANDBROOK: In recent weeks, soaring oil prices, petrol queues, surging energy bills, empty supermarket shelves, and talk of Christmas toy shortages have made life feel very Seventies.