Ten Things You Need to Know Today: Thursday 6 Jul 2017

1. Chilcot: Blair 'not straight' over Iraq

Tony Blair was not "straight with the nation" about his reasons for going to war in Iraq, Sir John Chilcot says. In his first interview since publishing his report on the conflict last year, the inquiry chief said the evidence given was "emotionally truthful", but relied on beliefs rather than facts. Blair's spokesman said "all these issues" had been dealt with.

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2. One in three nursing homes 'not safe'

Inspectors failed more than a third of England's 4,000 nursing homes on safety, says the Care Quality Commission watchdog, adding that the findings from its new, tougher inspection system were "completely unacceptable". Failures included errors with medication, a lack of staff and patients not getting enough to eat and drink.

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3. May to tell Trump UK backs climate deal

Theresa May will tell Donald Trump the UK backs the Paris climate change accord when they meet at the G20 summit in Hamburg tomorrow. The two leaders will also discuss North Korea's missile test this week, with a government spokesman saying "the PM will say it is essential the international community is united" in condemning the launch.

4. European Parliament rejects Turkey

The European Parliament has called for the suspension of Turkey's EU accession talks, arguing that the country does not meet the democratic criteria to join the bloc. A vote won support from the EU's largest party groups. Although it has limited significance, Ankara said the vote was invalid and based on "false claims and allegations".

EU votes to suspend Turkey accession talks

5. US 'prepared to use force' in North Korea

Washington is prepared to use force to stop North Korea fulfilling its nuclear ambitions, the US ambassador to the UN said yesterday. Nikki Haley said this week's missile test, in which an intercontinental ballistic missile was launched that could, in theory, reach Alaska, was a "landmark" event that has made the world "a more dangerous place".

We'll hit North Korea with fire and fury, vows Trump

6. Lord Chief Justice: Enforce EU rulings

The Lord Chief Justice has criticised the "delay" in setting up agreements to ensure that EU and UK court judgements are mutually recognised and enforced, says The Guardian. Lord Thomas told an audience at the Mansion House, which included the Justice Secretary David Lidington, there had been "many months" without action.

7. Grotbags star Carol Lee Scott dies aged 74

Carol Lee Scott, best known for her role as Grotbags the witch, has died at the age of 74 after a "brave fight against cancer", said her niece. The actor was a popular figure on children's television in the 1980s and early 1990s and appeared with Rod Hull on Emu's World before getting her own spin-off show.

8. Snapchat Map function warning to parents

Schools are warning parents that a new function on Snapchat raises "serious safeguarding concerns" because it allows users to track the movements of children, says the BBC. Snap Map shows users' exact locations, portraying them as a cartoon avatar on a map. Snapchat says the feature is not mandatory and can be turned off at any time

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9. Hepworth Wakefield wins art gallery award

The Hepworth Wakefield gallery in Yorkshire has won the prestigious Art Fund museum of the year award. Judges praised the "breathtaking" exhibitions, high visitor numbers and the creation of an award for sculpture. The Art Fund's £100,000 prize is the world's most lucrative museum award.

10. Briefing: Is Trumpcare in jeopardy?

During his election campaign, Donald Trump vowed to repeal Barack Obama's healthcare reforms in favour of an alternative that would offer the advantages of Obamacare while allegedly lowering premiums.

However, in a sign of troubles to come, an early draft of his proposal, now a bill called the Better Care Reconciliation Act, squeaked through the House of Representatives in May by just four votes, with 20 Republicans crossing the aisle to join unanimous Democrat opposition.

Two months on, the so-called "Trumpcare" has yet to appear before the Senate as hard-right and centrist Republicans are stuck in an unshakeable gridlock over what form it should take.

Senate rejects Obamacare repeal bill