August 2005 in Britain and Ireland - 8 August 2005 (Monday)

8 August 2005 (Monday)

• The four men charged in connection with the 21 July London bombings are remanded in custody until 14 November. (BBC)
• The Foreign Office has revised its travel advice to Saudi Arabia, warning of a "high threat" of terrorism. (BBC)
• The government plays down reports it is to adopt American style titles for ethnic minorities. (BBC)
• Police launch an investigation after Hull City fans taunt supporters of Queens Park Rangers with chants of "You're just a town full of bombers". (BBC)
• Dixons announce they are to stop selling 35mm cameras after their present stock is depleted. (BBC)
• Football:
  • Rio Ferdinand has signed a new deal with Manchester United. The new deal runs until 2009. (BBC)
  • Tim Cahill signs a new five-year deal with Everton. (BBC)
• Swimming: Simon Burnett sets a new British record for the 100m freestyle whilst swimming in the Commonwealth Games Trials in Sheffield. (BBC)