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Government ‘sympathetic’ to Post Office inquiry’s 19 recommendations – minister

Government ‘sympathetic’ to Post Office inquiry’s 19 recommendations – minister

Government ‘sympathetic’ to Post Office inquiry’s 19 recommendations – minister

The Government will respond ‘properly’ to Sir Wyn’s recommendations by the inquiry’s October 10 deadline, minister Gareth Thomas pledged.

NHS disruption expected as resident doctors vote for strike action

NHS disruption expected as resident doctors vote for strike action

NHS disruption expected as resident doctors vote for strike action

Resident doctor members of the British Medical Association have taken industrial action 11 times since 2022.

Body found in woods confirmed as that of Coventry woman Reanne Coulson

Body found in woods confirmed as that of Coventry woman Reanne Coulson

Body found in woods confirmed as that of Coventry woman Reanne Coulson

West Midlands Police said the body has been formally identified and are continuing to appeal for information about the 34-year-old’s alleged murder.

Gregg Wallace sacked as MasterChef presenter, says BBC News

Gregg Wallace sacked as MasterChef presenter, says BBC News

Gregg Wallace sacked as MasterChef presenter, says BBC News

The 60-year-old had stepped away from hosting the BBC cooking competition last year amid allegations of misconduct.

Concern after loyalist bonfire in Belfast sited close to electricity substation

Concern after loyalist bonfire in Belfast sited close to electricity substation

Concern after loyalist bonfire in Belfast sited close to electricity substation

NIE Networks have said mitigations will be put in place.

Supermarkets ‘in limbo’ over Government action on deforestation in supply chains

Supermarkets ‘in limbo’ over Government action on deforestation in supply chains

Supermarkets ‘in limbo’ over Government action on deforestation in supply chains

Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Lidl are among those calling on ministers to enact promised due diligence laws that effectively ban forest-risk commodities.

Hot flush pill gets green light for UK use

Hot flush pill gets green light for UK use

Hot flush pill gets green light for UK use

Elinzanetant is a non-hormonal tablet which can tackle hot flushes.

King and French president Macron display entente cordiale as state visit begins

King and French president Macron display entente cordiale as state visit begins

King and French president Macron display entente cordiale as state visit begins

State visits capitalise on the royals’ soft power to strengthen diplomatic ties with allies.

‘Oldest’ victim of Horizon IT scandal says ordeal ‘destroyed’ her health

‘Oldest’ victim of Horizon IT scandal says ordeal ‘destroyed’ her health

‘Oldest’ victim of Horizon IT scandal says ordeal ‘destroyed’ her health

Betty Brown, 92, from County Durham, ran the Annfield Plain Post Office with her late husband when the faulty Horizon software was introduced.

UK will take more measures against Israel if no Gaza ceasefire soon – Lammy

UK will take more measures against Israel if no Gaza ceasefire soon – Lammy

UK will take more measures against Israel if no Gaza ceasefire soon – Lammy

Speaking at the Commons Foreign Affairs Committee, the Foreign Secretary admitted the impact of previous measures was ‘not sufficient’.

No national security attacks recorded in Northern Ireland in 2024

No national security attacks recorded in Northern Ireland in 2024

No national security attacks recorded in Northern Ireland in 2024

It follows a mixed picture in recent years, with one such attack in 2023 and 2022, none in 2021 and 2020, and five in 2019.

What are the UK weather records for July?

What are the UK weather records for July?

What are the UK weather records for July?

The 30C mark has been reached in July somewhere in the UK in every year since 2011.

‘Powerful’ punches led to war veteran’s death 10 months after attack, trial told

‘Powerful’ punches led to war veteran’s death 10 months after attack, trial told

‘Powerful’ punches led to war veteran’s death 10 months after attack, trial told

Lee Woodward, 39, died in hospital after failing to recover from a brain injury sustained in a street attack, a murder trial has heard.

Investors stripping cash from water firms ‘criminal’ says ex-Wessex Water chief

Investors stripping cash from water firms ‘criminal’ says ex-Wessex Water chief

Investors stripping cash from water firms ‘criminal’ says ex-Wessex Water chief

Campaigners and experts debated on whether utilities should be nationalised as ministers seek to ‘reset’ the failing sector.

Gregg Wallace claims he has been cleared of misconduct allegations

Gregg Wallace claims he has been cleared of misconduct allegations

Gregg Wallace claims he has been cleared of misconduct allegations

The 60-year-old stepped away from hosting the BBC cooking competition, MasterChef, after a number of historical complaints came to light last year.

Sir Ian McKellen and Sienna Miller among acting stars in Wimbledon Royal Box

Sir Ian McKellen and Sienna Miller among acting stars in Wimbledon Royal Box

Sir Ian McKellen and Sienna Miller among acting stars in Wimbledon Royal Box

Lord of the Rings actor Sir Ian used binoculars to get a better view of the action.

‘No plans’ for watch towers outside House of Lords as new security fence erected

‘No plans’ for watch towers outside House of Lords as new security fence erected

‘No plans’ for watch towers outside House of Lords as new security fence erected

The long length of high metal railing has provoked controversy at Westminster with concerns it ‘cuts off sightlines’ to potential attackers.

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