Baron Goldsmith of Richmond Park was given the role after losing his Richmond Park seat in 2019, then being made a life peer by Boris Johnson. 

However, he still works as Minister for the Pacific and International Environment, a job which has “animal welfare” listed as a responsibility. 

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Police believe they know the identity of a man seen with a knife in Mitcham. 

Emergency crews were called at around 3.30pm on Wednesday to Gaston Road, but couldn’t find the person. 

There have been no arrests or reports of any injuries.

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Two people have been seen having sex at a park in Brentford. 

Police were called at around 9.40am to Carville Park South on Wednesday. 

A report on Nextdoor website claims it happened near the basketball court, and one of the people fled on a bike. 

When police arrived, the suspects had gone, and there have been no arrests. 

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The boss of Leeds United has been fined £10,000 and a touchline ban, after “improper language and conduct” during their match against Brentford. 

Jesse Marsch was given a red card after penalty appeals by Crysencio Summerville weren’t given. 

The Bees won the match 5-2.