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The Papers: Kate's 'relief to be in remission' and 'Siddiq quits'

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 00:53
Wednesday's papers focus on the Princess of Wales entering cancer remission and Tulip Siddiq's resignation.

MPs call for miscarriage bereavement leave

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 00:06
Paid leave should be extended to parents who lose a pregnancy before 24 weeks, a report by MPs says.

'I cannot go home until a care plan is in place'

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 00:04
BBC News NI's health correspondent takes a look at social care and how it can help ease hospital pressures.

Tourism tax 'could stop schools visiting Wales'

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 22:57
A few extra pounds in taxes could stop some children being able to enjoy trips in Wales, Scouts warn.

Gerry Adams in line for 'pay day' if Legacy Act repealed

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 22:57
Former Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams is in line for "a pay day from the taxpayer" under plans to repeal the Legacy Act, a report backed by several peers has stated.

'Taking anti-depressants helped me flourish'

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 22:57
Five million more anti-depressant prescriptions were given in 2022-23 compared with 20 years ago.

'Accelerating' A9 dualling would not cut project time

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 21:53
Transport Scotland said rescheduling the current timetable for the project would cause further delays.

Three arrested in Iraq over alleged UK people smuggling links

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 21:20
National Crime Agency officers were deployed to Iraq to assist with the arrests in the first operation of its kind.

Chair of miscarriages of justice review body quits

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 20:59
Helen Pitcher "jumped as she was pushed", a government source said.

Bafta to announce nominations in unpredictable awards race

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 20:03
The ceremony, hosted by David Tennant, will take place on 16 February at the Royal Festival Hall.

Two baby deaths still being probed - Letby inquiry

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 19:10
Police have reviewed the care of 4,000 babies who were in hospital during Lucy Letby's employment.

Kate reveals she is in remission from cancer

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 17:49
The Princess of Wales shares a personal message after visiting the hospital where she had treatment.

Two teens sought over killing of boy on London bus

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 17:45
Police want to speak to Mosawar Zazi, 16, and Colin Chabikwa, 15, in connection with Kelyan Bokassa's death.

Two teens sought over killing of boy on London bus

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 17:45
Police want to speak to Mosawar Zazi, 16, and Colin Chabikwa, 15, in connection with Kelyan Bokassa's death.

Flood-hit towns must get new defences, says MP

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 16:31
A plea for new protection is made as the floods minister visits towns hit by the New Year's Day floods.

Drug dealers jailed for international conspiracy

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 16:00
Police link the three defendants to more than £1m in cash as they investigate the supply of drugs.

Reeves vows action on growth amid rising debt costs

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 15:54
The chancellor says she is "under no illusion" about the challenge facing UK public finances.

Police heard pilot shouting for help, Leicester City crash inquest hears

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 15:12
An inquest is hearing from witnesses to the crash at the King Power Stadium that killed five people.

Police heard pilot shouting for help, Leicester City crash inquest hears

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 15:12
An inquest is hearing from witnesses to the crash at the King Power Stadium that killed five people.

Kate tells of 'tough' cancer treatment during hospital visit

Tue, 01/14/2025 - 15:02
The Princess of Wales has given her personal thanks to staff who helped her at the Royal Marsden Hospital.