In numbers

Tuesday 20 October 2026

The figures behind the day's news, each taken word for word from a NewsJaws report and linked to it.

Politics

Perran Moon suspended as Labour investigates Covid-era company loan

The Camborne and Redruth MP referred himself to a Labour investigation over repayments on a £50,000 Bounce Back Loan to his former business. He says the application followed the rules.

Entertainment

The Dropout viewership rises as Elizabeth Holmes documentary draws attention

Variety reported a 186% increase in viewing of Hulu’s The Dropout in September, followed by another rise as You Can See Everything approached its October release.

Business

Ryanair’s O’Leary warns European airfares could rise by up to 20% in 2027

Michael O’Leary says persistently high fuel prices could push up fares and reduce airline capacity as fuel hedges expire.

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