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Daily Record
21-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Kate Garraway in 'shock' as she's told she still has to pay late husband Derek Draper's debts
Kate Garraway has been left 'shocked' as she's been told that she still has to pay her late husband Derek Draper's debts, which amount to nearly £140,000 Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has found herself "shocked" to discover she's still deeply in debt following an HMRC update indicating nearly £140,000 in loan debts from her late husband's firm as well as a sizable tax bill of £288,000. Documents released this week have drawn attention to the ongoing debts of Derek's company Astra Aspera, with accounts showing significant sums that Kate is facing pressure to settle. Although the business has received £37,000 in royalties, there's still an outstanding loan of £139,849 and a hefty tax demand from HMRC amounting to £288,000. With no further assets in the company and the pursuit of these monies by HMRC continuing, it's understood that Kate currently does not have the funds to clear the debts. Efforts have been made by Kate to address the financial situation, with insiders emphasising that these debts arose from Derek's enterprise amid the challenges of his care and lost income, reports the Mirror. Derek passed away in January 2024 at 56 years old after struggling with long-term effects of Covid. In response, a representative for Kate declared: "'Kate has met all that the liquidators of Derek's company have asked for and more over the past four years. "She doesn't recognise these figures and is shocked that's it's being presented in this way by them. Caring for Derek and supporting her family when Derek could no longer run his own businesses has taken a huge financial toll on her but she's determined to put things right. "She is in constant contact with HMRC to make sure she honours what's required from Derek's now defunct company." Kate hasn't hidden the financial impact of caring for Derek, being candid about her struggles along the way. Astra Aspera Ltd, which Derek established in 2021, was liquidated in March 2022, owing £716,822 to HMRC and £196,548 to four other creditors. Since then, Kate has repaid some of the money but hasn't been able to settle all the debts. Before her husband's death, Kate revealed in the ITV documentary, Kate Garraway: Derek's Story: "Derek's care costs more than my salary from ITV and that is before you pay for a mortgage, before you pay any household bills, before you pay for anything for the kids, so we are at a crunch point. "I am in debt. I can't earn enough money to cover my debt because I am managing Derek's care and I can't even use the money I do have to support Derek's recovery, because it's going on the basics all the time." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. She told the audience that they visited John Lewis to compile their wedding list. It was then the question of what surname to use arose and "Derek burst into tears," Kate disclosed. "He was so happy. He was sobbing away, saying 'I can't believe you'd do that for me, it's so wonderful'. I was like, 'I'd absolutely love to, if you're prepared to marry me, then of course I'll take your name.'" Despite this touching memory, Kate ultimately did not go through with changing her surname.
Yahoo
26-01-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Kate Garraway's garden tree and fence damaged by Storm Eowyn
Kate Garraway said a tree and a fence in her garden have been damaged as Storm Eowyn swept the country, leaving many homes without power and some roads flooded. The Good Morning Britain presenter, 57, shared a video to Instagram showing branches scattered around her garden, as well as the work she has done to repair the fence. She wrote: 'Had a heck of a day trying to sort out storm damage – I know it's nothing compared to what many are facing so not complaining. 'Lost a tree height pyracantha (shrub)which had glorious orange berries in autumn and dainty white flowers in spring. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kate Garraway (@kategarraway) 'Still needs more chainsaw action but am hoping life will spring back at the roots. 'Very proud of my fence mend though (on the left) using old fencing from elsewhere. 'Something satisfying about being out in the fresh air though ( even if it was grey and raining) and now ready for a hot bath and bed. Hope everyone has had a great Sunday.' Met Office yellow weather warnings remain in place for wind and rain in parts of southern England, with gusts of up to 55-65mph possible in some areas. The rain warning is in place until 6am on Monday, bringing a chance of local flooding for parts of the UK. Some rail services, flights and ferries were paused due to the disruption from the storm. Garraway has won multiple National Television Awards for her documentaries about her husband Derek Draper, who suffered long-lasting symptoms from coronavirus. The emotional Kate Garraway: Derek's Story was released after his death at the age of 56 in January last year, detailing the final year of his life.
The Independent
26-01-2025
- Climate
- The Independent
Kate Garraway's garden tree and fence damaged by Storm Eowyn
Kate Garraway said a tree and a fence in her garden have been damaged as Storm Eowyn swept the country, leaving many homes without power and some roads flooded. The Good Morning Britain presenter, 57, shared a video to Instagram showing branches scattered around her garden, as well as the work she has done to repair the fence. She wrote: 'Had a heck of a day trying to sort out storm damage – I know it's nothing compared to what many are facing so not complaining. 'Lost a tree height pyracantha (shrub)which had glorious orange berries in autumn and dainty white flowers in spring. 'Still needs more chainsaw action but am hoping life will spring back at the roots. 'Very proud of my fence mend though (on the left) using old fencing from elsewhere. 'Something satisfying about being out in the fresh air though ( even if it was grey and raining) and now ready for a hot bath and bed. Hope everyone has had a great Sunday.' Met Office yellow weather warnings remain in place for wind and rain in parts of southern England, with gusts of up to 55-65mph possible in some areas. The rain warning is in place until 6am on Monday, bringing a chance of local flooding for parts of the UK. Some rail services, flights and ferries were paused due to the disruption from the storm. Garraway has won multiple National Television Awards for her documentaries about her husband Derek Draper, who suffered long-lasting symptoms from coronavirus. The emotional Kate Garraway: Derek's Story was released after his death at the age of 56 in January last year, detailing the final year of his life.
Yahoo
26-01-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Kate Garraway's garden tree and fence damaged by Storm Eowyn
Kate Garraway said a tree and a fence in her garden have been damaged as Storm Eowyn swept the country, leaving many homes without power and some roads flooded. The Good Morning Britain presenter, 57, shared a video to Instagram showing branches scattered around her garden, as well as the work she has done to repair the fence. She wrote: 'Had a heck of a day trying to sort out storm damage – I know it's nothing compared to what many are facing so not complaining. 'Lost a tree height pyracantha (shrub)which had glorious orange berries in autumn and dainty white flowers in spring. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kate Garraway (@kategarraway) 'Still needs more chainsaw action but am hoping life will spring back at the roots. 'Very proud of my fence mend though (on the left) using old fencing from elsewhere. 'Something satisfying about being out in the fresh air though ( even if it was grey and raining) and now ready for a hot bath and bed. Hope everyone has had a great Sunday.' Met Office yellow weather warnings remain in place for wind and rain in parts of southern England, with gusts of up to 55-65mph possible in some areas. The rain warning is in place until 6am on Monday, bringing a chance of local flooding for parts of the UK. Some rail services, flights and ferries were paused due to the disruption from the storm. Garraway has won multiple National Television Awards for her documentaries about her husband Derek Draper, who suffered long-lasting symptoms from coronavirus. The emotional Kate Garraway: Derek's Story was released after his death at the age of 56 in January last year, detailing the final year of his life.
