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ITV — ITV Lunchtime News
Monday 13 July 2026 · 13:30 BST · 25m · 8 stories · 14 annotated moments · 20 of 25 min on news stories (80%)
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The broadcast began with the death of former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead at her home on Dartmoor. A 28-year-old man initially arrested on suspicion of murder has been re-arrested by counter-terrorism officers, with police now treating her death as a potential act of terror. The Home Secretary stated multiple lines of inquiry are being pursued to establish the motivation.
A large-scale wildfire on Conwy Mountain in North Wales has led to school closures and evacuation of around 60 properties, with firefighters also tackling blazes in Greater Manchester and Derbyshire. Scientists estimate that nearly 2,750 people died from heat-related causes during heatwaves in May and June. In Spain, a 93-year-old British woman became the latest victim of wildfires in Andalusia, where 13 people have died, and a major fire south of Paris has forced evacuations near the Fontainebleau forest.
A man suspected of murdering his wife and two daughters in Bedford has appeared in court in South Africa as UK authorities seek his extradition. The Home Secretary is expected to announce plans to change the law to allow the deportation of Rochdale grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed. At least 27 people died in a pub fire in Bangkok, Thailand. Head teachers have told ITV News they fear another tragedy like that of Ruth Perry despite Ofsted reforms. Finally, tributes were paid to actor Sam Neill, known for Jurassic Park and Peaky Blinders, who has died at 78.
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Claim Major wildfire in Cairngorms National Park forces evacuations
A major incident was declared for a wildfire on Conwy Mountain in North Wales.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 2:52-3:06
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Claim Major wildfire in Cairngorms National Park forces evacuations
A major incident was declared for a wildfire on Conwy Mountain in North Wales.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 4:05-4:11
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Claim Major wildfire in Cairngorms National Park forces evacuations
At least 11 to 12 people died in the wildfire.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 5:06-5:16
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Claim Police search for suspect in murder of woman and two children in Bedford
The suspect was arrested in South Africa and appeared in court; extradition proceedings have been initiated.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 7:39-7:54
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Claim Police search for suspect in murder of woman and two children in Bedford
The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised three murder charges against the suspect.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 9:34-9:48
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Claim Police raid grooming gang suspects in Thames Valley operation
The government plans to amend the 1971 Immigration Act to allow the deportation of Ahmed.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 10:01-10:12
- 13:10 Story begins At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire
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Claim At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire
63 people were injured, with 22 in critical condition.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 13:10-13:16
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Claim At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire
Most victims were found in a bathroom or toilet where they sought shelter.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 14:42-14:46
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Claim At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire
Toxic smoke from burning decorations caused people to collapse.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 15:18-15:26
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Claim Head teachers warn of Ofsted-related tragedy risk despite reforms
Head teachers expressed fear of another tragedy like Ruth Perry's despite Ofsted reforms.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 15:50-15:57
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Claim Head teachers warn of Ofsted-related tragedy risk despite reforms
A head teacher considered suicide after an Ofsted inspection.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 16:13-16:20
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Claim Head teachers warn of Ofsted-related tragedy risk despite reforms
Ofsted apologized but stated its priority is children's welfare.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 17:32-17:39
- 17:41 Story begins Actor Sam Neill dies at 78
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Claim Actor Sam Neill dies at 78
Sam Neill screen tested for the role of James Bond but was rejected.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 18:45-18:50
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Claim Actor Sam Neill dies at 78
Sam Neill died at the age of 78.
ITV1 HD, ITV Lunchtime News, 13 July 2026, 20:03-20:09
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