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Celebrities express ‘respect’ for Carol Vorderman as she leaves BBC radio show

Celebrities express ‘respect’ for Carol Vorderman as she leaves BBC radio show

Celebrities express ‘respect’ for Carol Vorderman as she leaves BBC radio show

08 November 2023

The former Countdown star said she had breached social media guidelines put in place by the BBC.


AI must be harnessed for public good, says former Australian PM Julia Gillard

AI must be harnessed for public good, says former Australian PM Julia Gillard

AI must be harnessed for public good, says former Australian PM Julia Gillard

08 November 2023

The former world leader’s call for greater access comes only a week after the UK hosted a global summit on AI safety.


Welsh politicians back call for immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip

Welsh politicians back call for immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip

Welsh politicians back call for immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip

08 November 2023

The Plaid Cymru motion was supported in the Senedd after ministers in the Labour-led Welsh Government abstained and offered a free vote.


Police end investigation into alleged assault of poppy-selling veteran

Police end investigation into alleged assault of poppy-selling veteran

Police end investigation into alleged assault of poppy-selling veteran

08 November 2023

It was alleged the incident occurred during a pro-Palestinian rally at Edinburgh Waverley station on November 4.


Varadkar says Ireland ‘wants to do more’ for people of Gaza

Varadkar says Ireland ‘wants to do more’ for people of Gaza

Varadkar says Ireland ‘wants to do more’ for people of Gaza

08 November 2023

Leo Varadkar was speaking ahead of an international conference in Paris.


Murder victim’s mother behind Helen’s Law found it hard receiving her MBE

Murder victim’s mother behind Helen’s Law found it hard receiving her MBE

Murder victim’s mother behind Helen’s Law found it hard receiving her MBE

08 November 2023

Marie McCourt’s campaigning led to the Prisoners (Disclosure of Information About Victims) Act being enacted in 2021.


Schools ‘having hard time dealing with aftermath of lockdowns’

Schools ‘having hard time dealing with aftermath of lockdowns’

Schools ‘having hard time dealing with aftermath of lockdowns’

08 November 2023

Amanda Spielman, the chief inspector of schools in England, told MPs there has been a ‘surge of discontent’ about Ofsted this year.


End solitary confinement for children and limit it for adults, review demands

End solitary confinement for children and limit it for adults, review demands

End solitary confinement for children and limit it for adults, review demands

08 November 2023

Report author says ‘my heart breaks’ as she warned the practice for people with learning disabilities has no therapeutic benefit.


Keegan reaffirms ‘children-not-in-school’ register pledge but no timeline given

Keegan reaffirms ‘children-not-in-school’ register pledge but no timeline given

Keegan reaffirms ‘children-not-in-school’ register pledge but no timeline given

08 November 2023

The Education Secretary was opening the second day of the King’s Speech debate in the Commons.


Cleverly visits Saudi Arabia for talks on Israel-Hamas crisis

Cleverly visits Saudi Arabia for talks on Israel-Hamas crisis

Cleverly visits Saudi Arabia for talks on Israel-Hamas crisis

08 November 2023

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly will meet Middle East counterparts during his visit.


Heroic dog helps rescue team find cat which fell 100ft down mineshaft

Heroic dog helps rescue team find cat which fell 100ft down mineshaft

Heroic dog helps rescue team find cat which fell 100ft down mineshaft

08 November 2023

The cat – called Mowgli – was rescued on October 26.


Scottish Government publishes timeline of Covid inquiry requests

Scottish Government publishes timeline of Covid inquiry requests

Scottish Government publishes timeline of Covid inquiry requests

08 November 2023

The government says it has handed over all messages it held.


Man died after attack from cow which escaped from market, inquest told

Man died after attack from cow which escaped from market, inquest told

Man died after attack from cow which escaped from market, inquest told

08 November 2023

Huw Evans was described as a beloved grandfather and friend by his family.


India and Georgia to be added to list of ‘safe states’ for migrant removals

India and Georgia to be added to list of ‘safe states’ for migrant removals

India and Georgia to be added to list of ‘safe states’ for migrant removals

08 November 2023

The legislation would mean that if an individual travels to Britain from either nation without permission they would not be able to claim asylum.


Sunak issues warning over ‘disrespectful’ Armistice Day pro-Palestinian march

Sunak issues warning over ‘disrespectful’ Armistice Day pro-Palestinian march

Sunak issues warning over ‘disrespectful’ Armistice Day pro-Palestinian march

08 November 2023

The Prime Minister said he backed the right to protest but there is a ‘risk of those who seek to divide society using this weekend as a platform’.


Talks between DUP and UK Government still ongoing – Heaton-Harris

Talks between DUP and UK Government still ongoing – Heaton-Harris

Talks between DUP and UK Government still ongoing – Heaton-Harris

08 November 2023

The DUP is pressing for assurances in terms of unionist concerns over the impact of post-Brexit arrangements on the union.


Climate protesters vow further action despite breach of the peace conviction

Climate protesters vow further action despite breach of the peace conviction

Climate protesters vow further action despite breach of the peace conviction

08 November 2023

Four climate protesters were found guilty of breach of the peace after gluing themselves to the road during the UCI cycling championships in August.


Operation Kenova report ‘ready for publication’, says new police chief

Operation Kenova report ‘ready for publication’, says new police chief

Operation Kenova report ‘ready for publication’, says new police chief

08 November 2023

Jon Boutcher led the investigation into the activities of Stakeknife, the Army’s top agent in Northern Ireland during the Troubles.


Victim of disgraced brain surgeon submits evidence against NHS Tayside to police

Victim of disgraced brain surgeon submits evidence against NHS Tayside to police

Victim of disgraced brain surgeon submits evidence against NHS Tayside to police

08 November 2023

Jules Rose, 55, was one of dozens harmed by Professor Sam Eljamel, who removed her tear duct instead of a brain tumour in 2013.


The King’s Speech should have reintroduced national service, Tory MP says

The King’s Speech should have reintroduced national service, Tory MP says

The King’s Speech should have reintroduced national service, Tory MP says

08 November 2023

South Dorset MP Richard Drax admitted that he had ‘mixed feelings’ about the King’s Speech.


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