England news today

Here are some of the top news stories from England today:

Politics

• Boris Johnson has announced a new plan to tackle the cost of living crisis, including a 5% increase in the national living wage and a freeze on council tax. (BBC News)
• The UK government has been accused of "playing politics" with the NHS after it emerged that a new contract for GPs would allow them to opt out of providing evening and weekend appointments. (The Guardian)

Health

• The UK has recorded its highest number of COVID-19 cases in a single day, with 43,738 new cases reported. (The Telegraph)
• A new study has found that the COVID-19 vaccine is highly effective in preventing hospitalization and death from the virus. (The Independent)

Crime

• A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead in a flat in London. (Sky News)
• A police officer has been charged with assault after a video emerged showing him punching a man during a traffic stop. (The Mirror)

Sports

• Manchester City has been banned from European competition for two seasons after being found guilty of breaching financial fair play rules. (The Times)
• England has been knocked out of the T20 World Cup after losing to New Zealand in the semifinals. (BBC Sport)

Business

• The UK economy has grown by 0.1% in the three months to August, according to official figures. (The Financial Times)
• A new report has found that the UK's high street is facing a "perfect storm" of challenges, including rising costs and declining footfall. (The Retail Gazette)

Weather

• A yellow weather warning has been issued for parts of England and Wales as strong winds and heavy rain are expected to hit the region. (The Met Office)

These are just a few of the top news stories from England today.