Issue 1333

Street scene
Ellis Stelfox’s first casting may have been preceded by a kebab but he’s gone on to a successful modelling career. He’s just one of the so-called ordinary northerners now much in demand by the fashion industry, writes Saskia Murphy.

Parks and regulation
Although few would argue that new laws and regulations are needed to tackle Covid-19, Jessica Brown speaks to legal experts who say vigilance is necessary to ensure they aren’t used disproportionately or to threaten our human rights.

Sons and guns
Following a recent spike in gun crime in South Yorkshire, Jessica Brown talks to the mother of a recent victim and asks what efforts have been made to reduce gang violence.

Plus
News, arts and entertainment - without going out - Radiohead guitarist Ed O’Brien’s letter to his younger self, crossword, Sudoku and more.