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Type 2 diabetes prevention programme ‘reaps other benefits’ – study

Type 2 diabetes prevention programme ‘reaps other benefits’ – study

Type 2 diabetes prevention programme ‘reaps other benefits’ – study

15 November 2023

The NHS programme appears to help patients lose weight and reduce blood pressure, as well as reduce their sugar levels.


Courier murdered by van thief, jury told

Courier murdered by van thief, jury told

Courier murdered by van thief, jury told

15 November 2023

Mark Lang, 54, suffered fatal injuries as he was dragged hundreds of metres by his vehicle after trying to stop Christopher Elgifari, 31, getting away


Two boys aged 12 arrested on suspicion of murder after man stabbed

Two boys aged 12 arrested on suspicion of murder after man stabbed

Two boys aged 12 arrested on suspicion of murder after man stabbed

15 November 2023

The boys remain in custody after the death of Shawn Seesahai.


Yousaf calls for ‘morally repugnant’ Rwanda asylum policy to be scrapped

Yousaf calls for ‘morally repugnant’ Rwanda asylum policy to be scrapped

Yousaf calls for ‘morally repugnant’ Rwanda asylum policy to be scrapped

15 November 2023

The UK Government’s flagship plan was deemed unlawful by the Supreme Court on Wednesday.


Fuel retailers face fines if they do not ‘come clean’ over pricing

Fuel retailers face fines if they do not ‘come clean’ over pricing

Fuel retailers face fines if they do not ‘come clean’ over pricing

15 November 2023

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero said it will grant new powers to the Competition and Markets Authority to monitor pump prices.


Only small change needed to make big change in suicide prevention – Samaritans

Only small change needed to make big change in suicide prevention – Samaritans

Only small change needed to make big change in suicide prevention – Samaritans

15 November 2023

The charity has said it would cost £1.40 per person to renew funding in England which is due to end in March.


Rishi Sunak urged to say if David Cameron will reveal extent of Chinese links

Rishi Sunak urged to say if David Cameron will reveal extent of Chinese links

Rishi Sunak urged to say if David Cameron will reveal extent of Chinese links

15 November 2023

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said Rishi Sunak had ‘peeled Lord Cameron away from his seven-year exile in a shepherd’s hut’.


Tory backbenchers warn Sunak’s future could be decided by Rwanda ruling response

Tory backbenchers warn Sunak’s future could be decided by Rwanda ruling response

Tory backbenchers warn Sunak’s future could be decided by Rwanda ruling response

15 November 2023

The New Conservatives grouping of MPs said the judgment felt ‘existential’ for the party.


Drones could replace police helicopters in parts of England and Wales

Drones could replace police helicopters in parts of England and Wales

Drones could replace police helicopters in parts of England and Wales

15 November 2023

The military-style drones can be mobilised quickly, fly much higher with the pilot a greater distance away.


‘Unfavourable’ weather hits wind power production at SSE

‘Unfavourable’ weather hits wind power production at SSE

‘Unfavourable’ weather hits wind power production at SSE

15 November 2023

The energy company said a rise in offshore wind generation has not been enough to offset a big fall from onshore wind farms.


Gracie Spinks inquest coroner tells jury to return unlawful killing conclusion

Gracie Spinks inquest coroner tells jury to return unlawful killing conclusion

Gracie Spinks inquest coroner tells jury to return unlawful killing conclusion

15 November 2023

The jury was told it was not to decide whether multiple failings admitted by the police contributed to Ms Spinks’ death.


What did the Supreme Court say about the Rwanda challenge?

What did the Supreme Court say about the Rwanda challenge?

What did the Supreme Court say about the Rwanda challenge?

15 November 2023

Five justices at the UK’s highest court ruled the plans to deport asylum seekers to the east African nation are unlawful.


Government must consider legal costs of future asylum plans, says refugee lawyer

Government must consider legal costs of future asylum plans, says refugee lawyer

Government must consider legal costs of future asylum plans, says refugee lawyer

15 November 2023

Toufique Hossain, head of public law at Duncan Lewis – which represented six of the lead claimants – welcomed the Supreme Court’s verdict.


Sunak faces calls to apologise for ‘wasting’ taxpayers’ cash on Rwanda plan

Sunak faces calls to apologise for ‘wasting’ taxpayers’ cash on Rwanda plan

Sunak faces calls to apologise for ‘wasting’ taxpayers’ cash on Rwanda plan

15 November 2023

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer criticised the policy at Prime Minister’s Questions.


Olivia’s killer plans conviction appeal after losing minimum term challenge

Olivia’s killer plans conviction appeal after losing minimum term challenge

Olivia’s killer plans conviction appeal after losing minimum term challenge

15 November 2023

Thomas Cashman failed in a bid to challenge his 42-year sentence for the murder of Olivia Pratt-Korbel at the Court of Appeal on Wednesday.


Sunak to sign new Rwanda treaty after Supreme Court rules his plan unlawful

Sunak to sign new Rwanda treaty after Supreme Court rules his plan unlawful

Sunak to sign new Rwanda treaty after Supreme Court rules his plan unlawful

15 November 2023

The Prime Minister said he could change domestic law if necessary and may reconsider ‘international relationships’ as he comes under growing pressure.


ABI urges cut to tax adding nearly £100 to motor and home insurance cost

ABI urges cut to tax adding nearly £100 to motor and home insurance cost

ABI urges cut to tax adding nearly £100 to motor and home insurance cost

15 November 2023

For motor and home insurance alone, insurance premium tax typically equates to an added cost approaching £98 per year, the ABI said.


‘Life-changing’ cystic fibrosis drugs approved for use in younger children

‘Life-changing’ cystic fibrosis drugs approved for use in younger children

‘Life-changing’ cystic fibrosis drugs approved for use in younger children

15 November 2023

Campaigners welcomed the announcement by the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency.


Kate calls for ‘action at every level’ to rebalance society’s social skills

Kate calls for ‘action at every level’ to rebalance society’s social skills

Kate calls for ‘action at every level’ to rebalance society’s social skills

15 November 2023

The Princess of Wales stressed the importance of early years development as she delivered the keynote speech at the Shaping Us Symposium.


Ministers urged to abandon Rwanda policy and Illegal Migration Act

Ministers urged to abandon Rwanda policy and Illegal Migration Act

Ministers urged to abandon Rwanda policy and Illegal Migration Act

15 November 2023

Amnesty International and Asylum Aid said measures preventing refugees claiming asylum in the UK should be scrapped.


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