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Chris Heaton-Harris says he will not stand for re-election

Chris Heaton-Harris says he will not stand for re-election

Chris Heaton-Harris says he will not stand for re-election

18 May 2024

The Northern Ireland Secretary was first elected as an MP in 2010.


William to be usher at Duke of Westminster’s wedding, report says

William to be usher at Duke of Westminster’s wedding, report says

William to be usher at Duke of Westminster’s wedding, report says

18 May 2024

Hugh Grosvenor, the Duke of Westminster, will marry Olivia Henson at Chester Cathedral on June 7.


Shapps orders urgent review to find aircraft for paratroopers to mark D-Day

Shapps orders urgent review to find aircraft for paratroopers to mark D-Day

Shapps orders urgent review to find aircraft for paratroopers to mark D-Day

18 May 2024

Plans for a mass parachute drop as part of the 80th anniversary events have been scaled back.


Taoiseach leads tributes following death of ‘trailblazer’ Tony O’Reilly

Taoiseach leads tributes following death of ‘trailblazer’ Tony O’Reilly

Taoiseach leads tributes following death of ‘trailblazer’ Tony O’Reilly

18 May 2024

The media magnate and former rugby star died on Saturday aged 88.


Zahawi: Tories should have held their nerve and stuck with Johnson

Zahawi: Tories should have held their nerve and stuck with Johnson

Zahawi: Tories should have held their nerve and stuck with Johnson

18 May 2024

The former chancellor played a key role in ousting Boris Johnson, but suggested MPs got ‘spooked’ into moving against him.


‘Infected blood victim compensation fulfils vow I made 10 years ago’ – Hunt

‘Infected blood victim compensation fulfils vow I made 10 years ago’ – Hunt

‘Infected blood victim compensation fulfils vow I made 10 years ago’ – Hunt

18 May 2024

The Chancellor said he had promised to ‘sort’ a fair and full settlement during a meeting with campaigner Mike Dorricott in 2014.


Businessman Tony O’Reilly dies aged 88

Businessman Tony O’Reilly dies aged 88

Businessman Tony O’Reilly dies aged 88

18 May 2024

Ireland’s deputy premier Micheal Martin said Mr O’Reilly had an ‘extraordinary impact on Irish business, sport, media and society’.


Archbishop of Canterbury calls for end to ‘cruel’ two-child benefit limit

Archbishop of Canterbury calls for end to ‘cruel’ two-child benefit limit

Archbishop of Canterbury calls for end to ‘cruel’ two-child benefit limit

18 May 2024

Justin Welby’s comments will add to pressure on Sir Keir Starmer to commit a new Labour government to abolishing the cap.


In Pictures: Dogs enjoy day out with their owners at annual Goodwoof event

In Pictures: Dogs enjoy day out with their owners at annual Goodwoof event

In Pictures: Dogs enjoy day out with their owners at annual Goodwoof event

18 May 2024

The event includes wellness workshops and talks from key behavioural experts.


British politics in ‘dangerous’ state warns MP sister of murdered Jo Cox

British politics in ‘dangerous’ state warns MP sister of murdered Jo Cox

British politics in ‘dangerous’ state warns MP sister of murdered Jo Cox

18 May 2024

Kim Leadbeater said the situation now may be worse than it was when Ms Cox was murdered in 2016.


Davey: The Tories and SNP are both out of excuses and out of time

Davey: The Tories and SNP are both out of excuses and out of time

Davey: The Tories and SNP are both out of excuses and out of time

18 May 2024

The Liberal Democrat leader used a speech to his party’s Scottish conference in Hamilton to hit out at both the Scottish and UK Governments.


Thousands of Brixham residents told they can safely drink tap water again

Thousands of Brixham residents told they can safely drink tap water again

Thousands of Brixham residents told they can safely drink tap water again

18 May 2024

South West Water said around 14,500 households in the Alston supply area can now use their tap water safely.


Marks & Spencer website and app back online

Marks & Spencer website and app back online

Marks & Spencer website and app back online

18 May 2024

M&S is the latest grocer to face issues with its online services.


Protesters call for end to sewage discharges plaguing nation’s waterways

Protesters call for end to sewage discharges plaguing nation’s waterways

Protesters call for end to sewage discharges plaguing nation’s waterways

18 May 2024

Demonstrations were held across lakes, beaches and rivers throughout the UK.


Three arrested after fans invade pitch following Southampton FC win

Three arrested after fans invade pitch following Southampton FC win

Three arrested after fans invade pitch following Southampton FC win

18 May 2024

Scuffles broke out between home fans and West Brom supporters at St Mary’s Stadium.


Government determined killers of Irish peacekeeper will be brought to justice

Government determined killers of Irish peacekeeper will be brought to justice

Government determined killers of Irish peacekeeper will be brought to justice

18 May 2024

Ireland’s deputy premier Micheal Martin is visiting Lebanon to meet Irish troops serving with the United Nations.


Security guards in Jobcentres vote to strike in dispute over pay

Security guards in Jobcentres vote to strike in dispute over pay

Security guards in Jobcentres vote to strike in dispute over pay

18 May 2024

The Public and Commercial Services union has announced that its members have voted to take strike action.


Most people in my street affected by parasite infection, claims resident

Most people in my street affected by parasite infection, claims resident

Most people in my street affected by parasite infection, claims resident

18 May 2024

Rita Bristow said she knew of only four houses out of 21 on her street which have not had someone fall ill through the cryptosporidium outbreak.


Northern Lights to be visible again soon, space forecasters say

Northern Lights to be visible again soon, space forecasters say

Northern Lights to be visible again soon, space forecasters say

18 May 2024

Dazzling displays lit up the night sky last week with rare sightings across the country.


Managing AI risks is ‘profound responsibility’, Sunak will tell world leaders

Managing AI risks is ‘profound responsibility’, Sunak will tell world leaders

Managing AI risks is ‘profound responsibility’, Sunak will tell world leaders

18 May 2024

The Prime Minister will warn about the risks and highlight the opportunities of artificial intelligence at a summit in Seoul on Tuesday.


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