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Queen honours those who lost lives saving others

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 15:51
A climber who died shielding his wife from a rockfall is among those recognised by the Queen.

Former Telford Thomas Cook staff give holiday advice from cafe

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 15:09
Despite losing their jobs, staff left a note on the travel shop door offering their assistance.

Tory conference: Five things to look out for

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 15:00
The Conservative party is assembling for its annual conference, but what issues and events are likely to shape the week?

Meghan 'shows solidarity' at memorial of murdered South African student

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 12:53
The duchess visits a memorial to "show solidarity" with protesters against gender-based violence.

Beaminster school buys extra freezer amid Brexit food fears

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 12:38
A Dorset school for special needs children buys an extra freezer and stocks up on long-life food.

Melissa Tate death: Man charged after girl hit by car

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 11:46
A 23-year-old man appears in court in Newcastle charged with causing death by dangerous driving.

Navy divers destroy WW2 bomb found in 17th Century warship

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 11:46
The bomb, one of the heaviest dropped by the Luftwaffe, was found in the wreck that sank in 1665.

Northern railway disrupted as mudslide covers tracks

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 11:41
Services between Lancaster and Skipton are cancelled while workers try to clear the line.

Plan to end long journeys to slaughter for livestock

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 11:15
Other animal welfare measures proposed by Tories include compulsory micro-chipping for pet cats.

Boris Johnson no-confidence vote 'next week', says SNP MP Stewart Hosie

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 10:48
The party's former deputy leader says replacing Boris Johnson may be the only way to avoid a no-deal Brexit

Wrightbus: Threats issued against family after firm's collapse

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 10:00
About 1,200 people lost their jobs when the Ballymena firm was placed into administration.

Boris Johnson's referral to watchdog 'politically motivated' - No 10

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 09:54
It is alleged businesswoman Jennifer Arcuri received favourable treatment due to friendship with PM.

'First woman' to complete street light apprenticeship

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 09:54
Lyn Owers, 27, loves her new job fixing street lights after rejection as a mechanic and a plumber.

Skin cancer: Half of people surviving advanced melanoma

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 07:33
An "extraordinary transformation" is how doctors describe therapies for advanced melanoma.

Asthma death: Bereaved father warns about complacency

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 07:02
Simon Williamson is speaking out after his daughter Rachel died after a 2017 asthma attack.

Avoid skin-lightening creams 'at all costs'

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 01:28
Consumers are being warned to steer clear of skin-lightening creams that can "act like paint stripper".

Board gaming boom opening doors

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 00:54
A new breed of gamers are shunning the online world for real-life venues and face-to-face contests.

Third of public phone boxes in Wales could be removed

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 00:51
BT wants to scrap 566 public payphones following a 90% reduction in usage in 10 years.

Thousands set to take part in Great Scottish Run events

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 00:46
Toddlers, everyday runners and elite athletes will take part in one of the country's biggest sporting events.

Tycoon Jim McColl ready to resume Ferguson shipyard involvement

UK News BBC News Feed - Sat, 09/28/2019 - 00:46
Jim McColl is ready to retain involvement in the Port Glasgow yard weeks after handing it to administrators.

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