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Monday 3 August 2026 · 13:00 BST · 1h · 14 stories · 15 annotated moments · 42 of 60 min on news stories (69%)
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The broadcast began with a political row over small boat crossings, as Reform UK proposed using the Royal Navy to return migrants to France, a plan both Labour and the Conservatives said was unworkable. Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged to be relentless on the issue, while scrutiny also fell on party finances, with Nigel Farage questioned about a £5 million gift and Richard Tice under investigation. The English FA was set to withdraw support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, following Wales. Aung San Suu Kyi met an ICRC delegation for the first time in years. Former X Factor finalist Gabrielle Carrington pleaded not guilty to murder. BBC presenter Tony Livesey announced his departure from Radio 5 Live. Iran denied holding talks with the US despite President Trump's claims. Data showed a sharp rise in fuel theft since the Iran conflict began. A man was arrested after a nine-year-old girl was found dead in Arbroath.
Heat health alerts were in force across England, with temperatures expected to reach 34 degrees Celsius, and wildfires prompted calls for a ban on disposable barbecues. The NHS launched its biggest meningitis B vaccination programme for university students following a deadly outbreak. The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow were praised for saving the tournament, though concerns remain over its long-term future. Ariana Grande announced she would withdraw from public appearances after her tour, citing endless scrutiny. The new Spider-Man film had the second biggest opening weekend ever. A pioneering fetal surgery allowed a baby with gastroschisis to be treated in the womb, with surgeons hopeful the technique could be offered in the UK within years.
In the West, Wiltshire Police launched a murder investigation after a man was found dead at a traveller's site near Cricklade. In Avonmouth, three Filipino seamen were assaulted in what police called a hate crime, with two men and a teenager arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. The Royal United Hospital in Bath offered nurse-led swimming lessons for stoma patients to boost confidence. A project to remove pylons in the Cotswolds was scrapped due to lack of funding. A new bus route to Castle Cary railway station began as a trial. Exmoor National Park launched a volunteer tourism scheme. Brother and sister Ethan and Lele Nairn returned from the Commonwealth Games with gold and bronze medals in judo. Dynamic pricing for car parking was reported as becoming more common, and a literacy charity in Birmingham appealed for volunteers to help adults struggling to read.
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Contested quote Four migrants die in English Channel crossing incidents
Today, it won the political battle to stop small boats. After Andy Burnham pledges to be relentless, Reform says it will use the Royal Navy to return them to France. But both Labour and the Conservatives say those plans are unworkable. We'll have the details also on the programme. The English FA is set to join Wales in withdrawing support
BBC ONE West, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 0:22-0:26
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Claim Four migrants die in English Channel crossing incidents
Crossings are down by about 45% compared to the same time last year.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 3:40-3:52
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Claim Four migrants die in English Channel crossing incidents
Crossings are down by about 45% compared to the same time last year.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 3:45-3:52
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Contested quote Four migrants die in English Channel crossing incidents
has been much worse this year. He had to cancel lots of fishing trips and the reason the numbers are down is because of the increased wave height in the Channel, it's not because of the action the government's taken. The Conservative policy would be to leave international conventions and try to deport all illegal arrivals once they've landed in the UK.
BBC ONE West, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 4:20-4:28
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Claim European federations seek to oust FIFA president Infantino
The English FA prepared to withdraw its backing for FIFA President Infantino's re-election, following Wales which was the first to drop support, amid reports that Infantino had 200 letters of support before the controversy but now faces opposition from UEFA and CONCACAF countries.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 7:59-8:04
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Claim European federations seek to oust FIFA president Infantino
The English FA prepared to withdraw its backing for FIFA President Infantino's re-election, following Wales which was the first to drop support, amid reports that Infantino had 200 letters of support before the controversy but now faces opposition from UEFA and CONCACAF countries.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 8:35-8:40
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Claim European federations seek to oust FIFA president Infantino
UEFA lost confidence in FIFA leadership under Gianni Infantino.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 9:20-9:26
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Claim Iran warns Strait of Hormuz reopening conditional on US demands
Trump said he paused US strikes on Iran at the request of the country brokering talks between Tehran and Washington.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 11:28-11:34
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Claim Iran warns Strait of Hormuz reopening conditional on US demands
Trump said he paused US strikes on Iran at the request of the country brokering talks between Tehran and Washington.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 11:28-11:34
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Claim Iran warns Strait of Hormuz reopening conditional on US demands
Iranian state media called Trump's claim that Iran requested talks a 'new lie'.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 12:31-12:39
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Claim Iran warns Strait of Hormuz reopening conditional on US demands
Iran's foreign ministry said talks with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz are in final stages.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 12:31-12:39
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Claim Ariana Grande withdraws from London musical over appearance scrutiny
Ariana Grande withdrew from public appearances and dropped out of a planned lead role in a London musical.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 27:57-28:07
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Claim Ariana Grande withdraws from London musical over appearance scrutiny
Ariana Grande withdrew from public appearances and dropped out of a planned lead role in a London musical.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 27:57-28:07
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Claim Ariana Grande withdraws from London musical over appearance scrutiny
Ariana Grande withdrew from public appearances and dropped out of a planned lead role in a London musical.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 28:07-28:16
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Claim Ariana Grande withdraws from London musical over appearance scrutiny
Ariana Grande withdrew from public appearances and dropped out of a planned lead role in a London musical.
BBC ONE WestHD, BBC News at One including..., 3 August 2026, 30:13-30:19
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