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Thu, 05 May 2022 08:51:23 GMTLocal elections 2022 - live: Minister insists Johnson is ‘an asset, not a liability’
Council election candidates ask not to be punished for ‘mistakes made in Westminster’
Wed, 04 May 2022 14:00:00 GMTNational Action co-founder was a Ukip activist while forming neo-Nazi terrorist group, court hears
Alex Davies says he leafleted for political party during the period he started forming National Action
Thu, 05 May 2022 08:14:35 GMTInterest rates UK - live: Bank of England expected to reveal hike to highest level in 13 years
Follow updates ahead of decision expected at midday
Thu, 05 May 2022 08:07:51 GMTVirgin plane turns back after it emerges first officer had not completed test
The Airbus A330 to New York returned to Heathrow on Monday when the two pilots on board became aware of the error.
Thu, 05 May 2022 08:00:44 GMTA very simple guide to the 2022 local elections
Voters will be choosing local representatives in England, Scotland and Wales and there will also be an election for the Northern Ireland Assembly.
Thu, 05 May 2022 08:00:28 GMTA very simple guide to today’s local elections
Voters will be choosing local representatives in England, Scotland and Wales and there will also be an election for the Northern Ireland Assembly.
Thu, 05 May 2022 07:52:19 GMTSimon Byrne rules himself out of running for Met commissioner job
The PSNI Chief Constable said he is committed to policing in Northern Ireland.
Thu, 05 May 2022 07:22:25 GMTLocal elections 2022: Polling stations open in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
Millions of voters expected to cast ballots in council seats and Northern Ireland assembly election
Thu, 05 May 2022 06:48:56 GMTWhat is an NHS Covid pass and when do I need to use it?
Requesting proof of vaccination left to discretion of venues after restrictions relaxed
Thu, 05 May 2022 06:48:32 GMTWhat is an NHS Covid pass and when do I need to use it?
Requesting proof of vaccination left to discretion of venues after restrictions relaxed
Thu, 05 May 2022 06:12:57 GMTScots going to the polls in local elections
Parties north of the border have urged voters to ‘send a message’ to the governments in Westminster and Holyrood.
Thu, 05 May 2022 06:00:28 GMTVoters head to the polls across the UK to elect new local leaders
Thousands of council seats are up for grabs across England, Wales and Scotland while Northern Ireland will elect Assembly members.
Thu, 05 May 2022 06:00:20 GMTVoting gets under way in Stormont Assembly election
Polling stations will remain open until 10pm on Thursday to allow voters to cast their ballots across Northern Ireland’s 18 constituencies.
Thu, 05 May 2022 04:22:34 GMTLocal elections 2022: When to expect the results
Results will begin trickling in from the early hours of Friday morning
Thu, 05 May 2022 04:21:45 GMTLocal elections 2022: When to expect the results
Results will begin trickling in from the early hours of Friday morning
Thu, 05 May 2022 04:20:23 GMTLocal elections 2022: When will results be announced?
Counting of votes takes place overnight and during the next day
Thu, 05 May 2022 04:16:37 GMTLocal elections 2022: Am I registered to vote and what can I do if I’m not?
Britons return to the ballot box across the country on Thursday 5 May
Thu, 05 May 2022 04:16:20 GMTLocal elections 2022: Am I registered to vote and what can I do if I’m not?
Britons return to the ballot box across the country on Thursday 5 May
Thu, 05 May 2022 03:24:24 GMTBoris Johnson news - live: Tories may lose ‘hundreds’ of seats, says elections guru
Council election candidates ask not to be punished for ‘mistakes made in Westminster’
Thu, 05 May 2022 01:45:44 GMTVoters go to the polls in potentially seismic Stormont election
The DUP and Sinn Fein are vying for the top spot in the Northern Ireland Assembly.
Thu, 05 May 2022 01:45:21 GMTTiny bible rediscovered during lockdown ‘belongs to everyone’
The origins of the bible at Leeds City Library remain a mystery.
Thu, 05 May 2022 01:27:58 GMTWhat the papers say – May 5
The front pages are led by today’s local elections.
Thu, 05 May 2022 00:27:52 GMTNHS urges doctors to delay retirement to help with backlog
A letter to trusts asked for retiring and recently retired doctors to be urged to continue working part-time or from home in virtual wards.
Wed, 04 May 2022 23:50:52 GMTLocal election 2022: Labour to make gains in key battlegrounds, latest modelling suggests
At it stands, Labour currently controls 67 councils to the Conservatives’ 46
Wed, 04 May 2022 23:08:34 GMTSex offenders being freed from UK military jail without any probation supervision, report warns
“Considerable gaps” in protection arrangements at UK military jail, report finds
Wed, 04 May 2022 23:33:48 GMTWeather presenter tells of coercive control she endured at hands of ex-husband
Ruth Dodsworth experienced threats and manipulation for nearly 10 years.
Wed, 04 May 2022 23:01:00 GMTMotor insurance price falls to lowest level since 2015
The average price for new policies has increased but renewals have decreased after an insurance shake-up earlier this year.
Wed, 04 May 2022 23:01:00 GMTNew volunteering award to recognise youth charities for Queen’s jubilee
A special one-off addition to the annual Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service has been created.
Wed, 04 May 2022 23:01:00 GMTFreezing tuition fees ‘will put pressure on funding for teaching’
The Russell Group is urging the Government to work with the sector to develop a new funding formula from 2024/2025.
Wed, 04 May 2022 23:01:00 GMTReality TV ‘bombards’ young people with images of alcohol use, study says
Shows including Love Island, Made in Chelsea and Married at First Sight Australia expose viewers to high levels of alcohol content, researchers said.
Wed, 04 May 2022 23:01:00 GMTUK provides more aid to help most vulnerable in Ukraine
Liz Truss announced that £45 million will go to UN agencies and charities delivering lifesaving aid in Ukraine and at its borders.
Wed, 04 May 2022 23:01:00 GMTSafety concerns over offenders freed from UK’s military jail
A prisons inspectorate report also found victims in the armed forces were not being told when detainees were returning to work alongside them.
Wed, 04 May 2022 22:46:10 GMTAlbanian author Lea Ypi named winner of £10,000 RSL Ondaatje Prize
The author picked up £10,000 prize for her 2021 novel Free, a coming of age memoir set amid political upheaval.
Wed, 04 May 2022 22:01:00 GMT1,300 prostate cancer deaths could be prevented if men lose weight – study
Having a higher BMI and a larger waistline has been linked to a higher risk of death from prostate cancer.
Wed, 04 May 2022 21:55:03 GMTPM: ‘Liberal lawyers’ will make Rwanda plan difficult but ‘we will get it done’
Boris Johnson said ‘we always knew’ that ‘liberal lawyers’ would have tried to make the plan difficult.
Wed, 04 May 2022 21:54:41 GMTCharles thanks pharmacists for dedication during the pandemic
Hosting a reception for the National Pharmacy Association, Charles praised their work on the vaccination programme.
Wed, 04 May 2022 21:50:34 GMTAmber Heard tearfully describes alleged violent incidents involving Johnny Depp
During her evidence on Wednesday the actress tearfully described several incidents in which she claimed the actor had been violent towards her.
Wed, 04 May 2022 21:39:19 GMTUK and Japan set to agree ‘landmark’ new defence agreement
Boris Johnson said the Japanese prime minister’s visit will ‘accelerate our close defence relationship and build on our trade partnership’.
Wed, 04 May 2022 21:37:05 GMTUK and Japan set to agree ‘landmark’ new defence agreement
Boris Johnson said the Japanese prime minister’s visit will ‘accelerate our close defence relationship and build on our trade partnership’.
Wed, 04 May 2022 21:06:31 GMTMove against Northern Ireland Protocol unlikely to be in Queen’s Speech – Lewis
Secretary of State Brandon Lewis said the Government is focusing on resolving issues with an agreement with the EU.
Wed, 04 May 2022 20:42:53 GMTI was told my body parts got me the job, female former minister says
Caroline Nokes slates ‘deliberate belittling and demeaning of women MPs’
Wed, 04 May 2022 20:15:52 GMTBrexit to blame for ‘crazy’ chicken prices, says poultry industry in attack on PM
Boris Johnson claimed soaring costs down to global energy problems
Wed, 04 May 2022 20:11:21 GMTMinister labelled ‘out of touch’ for suggesting shoppers swap to value brands
Food campaigner Jack Monroe said Environment Secretary George Eustice was in ‘no position to tell other people to get cheaper biscuits’.
Wed, 04 May 2022 20:07:10 GMTLyra McKee’s family urge those with a ‘political agenda’ not to use her image
Nichola McKee Corner said the use of her sister’s image for politics is causing untold pain and distress to her family.
Wed, 04 May 2022 20:04:29 GMTMartin Lewis condemns minister’s ‘patronising’ advice to buy value food brands amid cost-of-living crisis
‘Bulls***’ to suggest poor people don’t know to shop cheap, Martin Lewis says
Wed, 04 May 2022 20:00:15 GMTPilot scheme paves way for victims’ right to attend Parole Board hearings
Parole hearings, which assess whether offenders such as those serving life sentences are fit for release, are typically held in private.
Wed, 04 May 2022 20:00:07 GMTTearful Amber Heard tells court Johnny Depp ‘slapped me across the face’
The Aquaman star said she had not known how to react following the alleged incident as she gave evidence in the US defamation trial.
Wed, 04 May 2022 19:59:34 GMTAmber Heard: The ‘lesser known person’ in Johnny Depp’s US defamation trial
The actress, 36, has enjoyed supporting parts in several Hollywood movies as well as landing a starring role in the DC superhero franchise.
Wed, 04 May 2022 19:44:30 GMT‘People are going hungry’: Anger in Cornwall at minister who told families to buy value brands
Foodbanks and poverty campaigners in George Eustice’s Cornish constituency label his cost-of-living advice ‘ridiculous’
Wed, 04 May 2022 19:21:38 GMTGovernment will not challenge court ruling on care home discharge policies
A spokesperson said the Government did not see a public interest in an appeal on certain points.
Wed, 04 May 2022 18:56:53 GMTFather jailed for life for shooting and stabbing son, 2, ‘to get back at boy’s mother’
Father sentenced for at least 23 years after psychiatrist brands actions ‘narcissistic and entitled’
Wed, 04 May 2022 18:37:52 GMTKate hails Britain’s ‘inspiring’ fashion talent at award ceremony
The Duchess of Cambridge presented the Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design to Saul Nash.
Wed, 04 May 2022 18:28:28 GMTMan charged with murder of father-of-three at shopping centre
Michael Ugwa, from east London, was assaulted at the food court of Lakeside shopping centre in Thurrock, Essex.
Wed, 04 May 2022 18:26:00 GMTMan charged with murder of father-of-three at Essex shopping centre
Michael Ugwa was assaulted at food court of Lakeside shopping centre
Wed, 04 May 2022 18:19:30 GMTNew chairwoman of Nottingham maternity review steps down
The Department of Health and Social Care said newly appointed Julie Dent had stepped down for ‘personal reasons’.
Wed, 04 May 2022 18:18:21 GMTBoris Johnson hit by grassroots Tory revolt over Partygate as voters go to the polls
Leadership ‘conversations’ will resume as soon as the results are in on Friday, prime minister warned
Wed, 04 May 2022 18:00:00 GMTMiddle-aged people and women ‘least likely to get enough exercise’
Current NHS recommendations say adults aged 19 to 65 should work on exercises to strengthen their muscles and bone at least twice per week.
Wed, 04 May 2022 17:49:16 GMT‘Unacceptable that Ukrainians cannot switch between visa schemes after arrival’
Refugees arriving in the UK under the family visa scheme with nowhere to live should not have to register as homeless, the Government has been told.
Wed, 04 May 2022 17:22:31 GMTPolice name man, 32, stabbed to death near St Paul’s Cathedral
Emmanuel Odunlami, from Romford, east London, died in hospital.
Wed, 04 May 2022 17:07:37 GMTDarren Burke: Married Home Office boss who tried to induce lover’s miscarriage faces prison
Darren Burke, 43, crushed the abortion pill into a glass of orange juice to give to his lover, the court heard
Wed, 04 May 2022 17:06:34 GMTAward-winning actress Ruth Wilson jokes she will wear MBE ‘every time I go out’
The actress was made an MBE in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours list for services to drama.
Wed, 04 May 2022 17:03:47 GMTRussian businesses banned from using UK accountants as new sanctions announced
The Government has also announced sanctions including travel bans and asset freezes for individuals linked to Russian media outlets.
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:57:19 GMTFormer MP Natalie McGarry paid thousands of expenses in cash, court hears
The former Glasgow East SNP MP denies embezzling more than £25,000 from two pro-independence groups.
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:52:11 GMTLesbian lawyer’s ‘gender-critical’ views labelled ‘transphobic’ by colleague
The tribunal case that Allison Bailey launched against Garden Courts Chambers and Stonewall continues.
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:50:26 GMTStudents can expect cut in contribution fee – Harris
The Higher Education Minister has announced a new funding plan he described as a landmark moment for university staff and students.
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:34:30 GMTJulius Czapla murder: I will fight to ensure killer never leaves jail – mother
Patrycja Szczesniak said she was determined that Lukasz Czapla would never be released from prison after being found guilty of the murder of her son.
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:31:45 GMTBrexit blamed for fall in numbers of EU students at Oxford
A university report said the number has dropped from an average of more than 260 for the past four years to 128.
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:31:10 GMTBarclays and Standard Chartered shareholder meetings disrupted by protests
Barclays chairman Nigel Higgins was repeatedly interrupted by climate change activists in the audience.
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:30:28 GMTPolitical leaders deliver eve of poll messages ahead of Assembly elections
The leaders spent the final day of canvassing across Northern Ireland’s 18 constituencies.
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:28:38 GMTLukasz Czapla jailed for life for the ‘truly evil’ murder of his toddler son
The 41-year-old faces a minimum of 23 years behind bars.
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:08:45 GMTCouple found dead at home as police investigate ‘tragic events’
Gyms pay tribute to Diana Gabaliene, 33, and Deividas Gabalis, 40, who are understood to have been parents to three children
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:05:40 GMTMan whose penis fell off due to blood infection had it re-attached to his arm for six years
Norfolk father Malcolm MacDonald said unfortunate placement caused him all sorts of trouble
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:03:45 GMTDuran Duran frontman hails ‘most valued’ recognition by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The British new wave group received the most fan votes out of all the nominated musicians.
Wed, 04 May 2022 16:00:29 GMTFive killers including triple murderer who smothered his baby have jail terms reviewed by judges
Arthur Labinjo-Hughes’ murderer, Emma Tustin, is being considered for a whole life order
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:44:02 GMT‘Worst bank in Europe’: Climate activists target Barclays AGM as customers ‘weigh up switching banks’
A poll found that 26 per cent of Barclays customers said they’d consider moving their money if the bank is not more ambitious on climate
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:34:01 GMTDominic Raab mocked for failing to highlight Tory party on green leaflet
‘Cynical and foolish attempt at greenwashing credentials’, says Green Party
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:37:23 GMTDiego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ shirt sells for over £7 million at auction
The jersey was worn by the Argentina footballer during the 1986 World Cup quarter-final.
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:33:39 GMTStarmer tries to focus on cost of living as Durham questions continue
The Labour leader has accused the Conservatives of ‘mudslinging’.
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:23:26 GMTBy-election looms as Neil Parish officially resigns after watching porn in Commons
The Tories won a 24,000 majority in the Tiverton and Honiton seat in 2019
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:22:23 GMTDetectorist friends find hoard of 161 Roman coins beneath their campsite
Mick Rae, Robert Abbott and Dave Allen were on a weekend camping trip in Wiltshire when they discovered the treasure.
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:21:11 GMTDuchess of Cambridge to present design award
An awards ceremony is taking place at London’s Design Museum.
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:13:01 GMTUK weather: Britons set to bask in mini-heatwave as temperatures soar to 23C
Brits can look forward to Mediterranean-like temperatures as May brings more sunshine
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:11:32 GMTMan who abused baby so badly his legs were amputated battered with tins of tuna by inmates for two hours
Anthony Hudgell held hostage in cell at HMP Swaleside, where he is serving 10-year term for child cruelty
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:07:28 GMTJames Stunt: Petra Ecclestone’s socialite ex took ‘very hands-on approach in £266m money laundering operation’
Socialite James Stunt took “a very hands-on approach” as his company became involved in a “sophisticated” money-laundering operation, a court has been told.
Wed, 04 May 2022 14:54:46 GMTPress watchdog IPSO rejects all complaints about Angela Rayner Mail article after more than 6000 objections
Anonymous Tory MPs quoted in story claimed deputy Labour leader tried to distract Boris Johnson during PMQs by crossing and uncrossing her legs
Wed, 04 May 2022 14:53:29 GMTKate’s old school fails to carry out safeguarding checks on new teachers
The Duchess of Cambridge attended Marlborough College during the 1990s.
Wed, 04 May 2022 14:40:53 GMTCouzens deserves ‘decades in jail’ but whole-life term excessive, lawyer says
The former Pc is appealing against the severity of his sentence for the murder of Sarah Everard.
Wed, 04 May 2022 12:34:51 GMTJamaican campaigners criticise £41,000 cost of Prince William and Kate visit and state dinner
Exclusive: “Every Jamaican citizen ought to be concerned about how their tax dollars are being spent, especially now in the throes of the Covid pandemic when there are so many urgent needs”
Wed, 27 Apr 2022 08:49:47 GMTPartygate: Timeline of government gatherings as more fines issued
All the events under scrunity since scandal began – as Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak hit by fines
Wed, 04 May 2022 14:29:28 GMTPartygate: Timeline of government gatherings as more fines issued
All the events under scrunity since scandal began – as Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak hit by fines
Wed, 04 May 2022 14:28:23 GMTPress watchdog under fire after rejecting 6,000 complaints over Rayner story
Claims in The Mail On Sunday that the deputy Labour leader used her legs to distract Boris Johnson were widely condemned as misogynistic.
Wed, 04 May 2022 14:25:51 GMTRoy Hodgson says CBE is ‘ultimate accolade’
The former England football boss picked up his honour for services to football.
Wed, 04 May 2022 14:21:05 GMTWayne Couzens ‘showed remorse’ for murdering Sarah Everard and should have whole life sentence overturned, court told
Prosecution says rare term justified in ‘wholly exceptional case’
Wed, 04 May 2022 14:17:15 GMTCharles tries American football on visit to charity
The Bigkid Foundation in south London aims to end youth violence.
Wed, 04 May 2022 14:14:06 GMTJohnson insists he has ‘right agenda’ for country as he faces electoral test
Boris Johnson faces a potentially bruising set of local contests but insisted he would still lead the Tories into the next general election.
Wed, 04 May 2022 13:58:39 GMTPhoto of pensioner’s injuries released by police after drug user jailed
The family of the 87-year-old victim, who suffered a bleed on the brain, wanted officers to release the picture to show the severity of the attack.
Wed, 04 May 2022 13:44:31 GMTMel B says MBE is for ‘all the other women’ facing domestic abuse
The 46-year-old pop star was honoured at Buckingham Palace.
Wed, 04 May 2022 13:28:42 GMT‘Don’t punish us’: Tory candidates brand themselves ‘local Conservatives’ to escape Partygate
‘This Thursday, please don’t punish local Conservatives for the mistakes made in Westminster – we are local and proud of where we live’
Wed, 04 May 2022 13:27:21 GMTGrant Shapps accuses Sadiq Khan of breaking pre-election rules on Elizabeth line
The Cabinet minister claimed Mr Khan displayed ‘breathtaking political cynicism’.
Wed, 04 May 2022 13:25:09 GMTTimeline of troubled Crossrail project
When was it supposed to open and what was its first budget?