Missing People launches new SafeCall lifeline after The Independent’s successful campaign

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

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With the support of The Independent's readers, the charity Missing People has launched its new SafeCall service, Angela Rayner says she is "not dead yet" as allies claim she would have the support necessary to back a leadership bid, and MPs have warned Britain must prepare for war.

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