Andy Burnham has been briefed that the UK economy will barely grow next year if disruption in the Strait of…
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Lucy Davis: Comedian Jasper Carrott says he is ‘so proud’ of daughter following her cancer diagnosis
Actor and comedian Jasper Carrott has spoken about his pride and love for daughter Lucy Davis after she announced she…
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Four guilty over death of man who was doused in petrol and set alight
Four people have been found guilty over charges relating to the death of a man doused in petrol and set…
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Scotland’s public spending deficit falls as tax take rises
Deputy First Minister and Finance Secretary Jenny Gilruth said the figures showed that her government was “delivering sustainable finances”. “The…
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Lost village revealed as drought lowers Rutland Water reservoir levels
More than 3,000 acres of land was submerged to create one of the largest man-made bodies of water in western…
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Early release scheme risks more serious crimes, probation chief warns
The chief inspector of probation for England and Wales has told the BBC the early release of thousands of prisoners…
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Military still risks failing victims after Jaysley Beck death despite reforms, leaked report finds.
A leaked Ministry of Defence (MoD) report, obtained by the BBC, has highlighted serious failings in a new military command…
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Glyn Razzell: Daughter says no release until mother’s body found
During this week’s hearing, prosecutor Tristan Jones KC said Razzell – who is currently in an open prison – had…
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Concord Lodge: Disabled man felt ‘locked up’ in care for years
David Cording was supposed to be housed in a temporary assessment centre for a few short weeks but, nearly nine…
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Burnham admits cost of living help is not enough and hints at further support
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he accepts his announcements aimed at tackling the cost of living are not enough…
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