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Union blames council for lack of bin strike deal

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 10:21
Unite accuses Birmingham City Council of failing to meet a promised deadline to present a pay offer.

World-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched by NHS England as infections soar

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 10:00
The treatment will be offered to those most at risk from August after a record number of cases.

World-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched by NHS England as infections soar

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 10:00
The treatment will be offered to those most at risk from August after a record number of cases.

Thames Water halts bosses' bonus scheme

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 09:26
The company pauses its "retention scheme", which pays out cash to top executives linked to its rescue loan.

Third man charged over fires at homes linked to PM

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 09:00
Petro Pochynok, 34, has been charged with conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life.

Kitchen knives trigger me, says Southport survivor

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 07:39
Leanne Lucas wants people to consider using kitchen knives with blunt rather than pointed tips.

Kitchen knives trigger me, says Southport survivor

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 07:39
Leanne Lucas wants people to consider using kitchen knives with blunt rather than pointed tips.

Wales 'confident' of hosting Euro 2028 opening ceremony

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 06:40
A Senedd meeting reveals Cardiff is expected host the Euro 2028 opening ceremony and six matches.

Wales 'confident' of hosting Euro 2028 opening ceremony

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 06:40
A Senedd meeting reveals Cardiff is expected host the Euro 2028 opening ceremony and six matches.

Nicotine pouches helped me quit vaping – but now I'm addicted

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 06:22
Teenagers say it is easy to get hold of the products, which experts warn can be highly addictive.

The Papers: 'This must end now' and 'Rayner's secret plan'

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 06:13
Foreign Secretary David Lammy's rare condemnation of Israel's bombing of Gaza dominates Tuesday's papers.

Evidence lost after fire deaths, says investigator

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 05:46
A door was thrown in a skip while other items were not properly packaged, fire investigators claim.

New brain tumour test a game changer, experts say

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 02:34
Scientists say the new method can diagnose the exact type of tumour within hours, rather than weeks.

Universities must do more to prevent suicides, ministers say

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 01:52
The government wants universities to check the safety of halls and reach out to families after a death.

UK steps up action against Israel over Gaza offensive

Wed, 05/21/2025 - 00:58
Foreign Secretary David Lammy summons the Israeli ambassador and suspends talks on a trade deal.

UK's oldest polar bear put down as health fails

Tue, 05/20/2025 - 23:02
Victoria had been receiving specialist care at the Highland Wildlife Park since late last year.

Wales 'vulnerable to environmental damage' due to cuts

Tue, 05/20/2025 - 22:58
Natural Resources Wales said it has gone through a "significant period of change and challenge".

Experts propose new Scottish climate change targets

Tue, 05/20/2025 - 22:54
Ministers are expected to adopt the recommendations after abandoning repeatedly-missed targets last year.

UK steps up action against Israel over Gaza offensive

Tue, 05/20/2025 - 22:24
Foreign Secretary David Lammy summons the Israeli ambassador and suspends talks on a trade deal.

Millions of consumers could get £70 after Mastercard ruling

Tue, 05/20/2025 - 21:41
It is not necessary to have held a Mastercard to make a claim following a tribunal ruling.