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UK must rejoin EU customs union, says Lib Dem Davey

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 22:31
Sir Ed will argue the move is needed to deal with the incoming Trump presidency in the US.

British hostage families hopeful for reunions

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 21:22
Families tell the BBC they're hoping for reunions with loved ones held in captivity for over 15 months.

Cloud over nuclear plant 'no cause for concern'

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 19:58
EDF said a reactor tripping out had caused a sudden release of "clean steam".

Borrowing costs fall after inflation surprise

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 19:12
Investors are now betting on an interest rate cut next month from the Bank of England.

Police probe drink spiking report in Parliament bar

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 19:10
A parliamentary researcher reported her drink had been tampered with at 6.30pm on Tuesday 7 January.

William has Wetherspoon pint with Aston Villa fans

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 19:06
He enjoyed a pint of cider with fans - but staff did not say who paid for the round of drinks.

Families failed by Covid jabs tell inquiry of pain

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 18:39
They said there was no support after the death and harm suffered by their loved ones.

Letby unit baby death rise 'not extreme' - inquiry

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 18:21
A statistics expert says eight deaths in one year would not have triggered an external investigation.

Government will try to block Gerry Adams payout - PM

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 18:13
It is believed Gerry Adams will pursue a compensation bid if the Legacy Act is repealed.

UK's Chagos deal on hold to allow Trump review

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 18:01
The biggest island, Diego Garcia, hosts a joint UK-US airbase which is of strategic importance.

Two charged with murder after burglary victim's death

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 17:39
Stephen Ridgeway, 72, died in hospital five weeks after being injured during a burglary at his home.

Council shake-up sees 18 request election delays

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 17:33
Local government minister Jim McMahon said there would be a "high bar" for postponing votes.

Rod Stewart joins King for time capsule ceremony

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 16:47
The singer and his wife took part in the 35th anniversary celebrations of the King's foundation at Dumfries House.

Welsh railways underfunded, UK government admits

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 16:01
Hopes of funding for new stations as opposition parties say not enough is being done.

Wrongly-convicted Malkinson 'vindicated' after review body chair quits

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 15:52
Andy Malkinson says the former chair of the miscarriages review body had been "made accountable".

New City minister's pro-China stance under scrutiny

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 15:47
Emma Reynolds - who replaces Tulip Siddiq - lobbied against restrictions on Chinese businesses in a previous job.

Murder charge after woman shot dead outside church

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 15:36
A man has been charged with murder after Michelle Sadio died in the shooting on 14 December.

Government will try to block Gerry Adams payout - PM

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 15:13
It is believed Gerry Adams will pursue a compensation bid if the Legacy Act is repealed.

Government will try to block Gerry Adams payout - PM

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 15:13
It is believed Gerry Adams will pursue a compensation bid if the Legacy Act is repealed.

UK's Chagos deal on hold to allow Trump to assess it

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 15:06
The biggest island, Diego Garcia, hosts a joint UK-US airbase which is of strategic importance.