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Can the UK really improve inequalities without big spending?

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 23:58
The government has allocated £4.8bn as part of its plan to "level up" all UK regions, but will this be enough?

Banksy: Season’s Greetings could be broken up for move

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 22:55
Actor Michael Sheen said it is the "old story" of items with real value being moved over the border.

Cost of living: 'Costs going up but finances stagnant'

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 22:55
Sheri spends most of her time caring for her son but feels "useless" she can't help financially.

Under-pressure Johnson takes to world stage with Ukraine visit

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 21:43
The PM emphasises Western unity as he visits Ukraine amid fears of a Russian invasion.

BBC Three: First airing for news bulletin -The Catch Up

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 21:21
BBC Three has returned as a fully-fledged TV channel, six years after it moved online.

Welsh ministers 'could have stopped Aberpergwm mine go-ahead'

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 20:45
The decision to allow 40 million tonnes of coal to be mined at Aberpergwm was heavily criticised.

Colin the Caterpillar cake row crumbles

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 20:12
Marks & Spencer and Aldi reach a settlement in a copyright row over caterpillar cakes.

Sue Gray report: What is the mood in the PM's party now?

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 19:57
Nick Eardley explains what Sue Gray's interim findings mean for Boris Johnson and the Tory party.

No evidence for Boris Johnson's claim about Keir Starmer and Jimmy Savile

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 19:38
The PM's claim that Keir Starmer failed to prosecute Jimmy Savile is not backed up by any evidence.

Ex-teacher Hannah Lowe's sonnets about students win Costa Book of the Year

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 19:31
The Kids, a collection of modern sonnets by Hannah Lowe, is named the Costa Book of the Year.

Covid-19: Government writes off £8.7bn of pandemic PPE

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 19:15
No 10 says it stands by the decision to buy the kit, arguing 97% was suitable for use by the NHS.

Insulate Britain: Activists unglued from step and in custody

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 18:32
The four members of Insulate Britain had been due in court to answer contempt of court charges.

Angel Lynn: 'The fact that she's alive is hope'

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 18:14
Angel Lynn suffered life changing injuries after being kidnapped by her ex-boyfriend.

Mason Greenwood: Man Utd footballer further arrested over sex assault

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 18:00
The Man United player is being questioned over an alleged rape, sexual assault and threats to kill.

Driver arrested over Maida Vale knife killer's death faces no charge

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 17:19
The driver used his car to try to stop Yasmin Chkaifi from being stabbed by her stalker ex-husband.

Smear tests might help pick up ovary and breast cancers

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 17:12
Routine checks for cervical cancer may help uncover other tumours elsewhere, research suggests.

How long do Tories think Boris Johnson has got?

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 17:07
Waiting for Gray was the mantra for Tory MPs wondering about the PM's future. Iain Watson finds out what comes next.

Michael Gove: Levelling up must not fail new Tory voters

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 16:59
Michael Gove says tackling inequalities is a "moral mission", but critics say his plan falls short.

Lionel Richie: Isle of Wight Festival and other UK gigs cancelled

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 16:14
The US singer-songwriter is cancelling his European tour because of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

Storm Corrie: Plane struggles to land in strong winds

Tue, 02/01/2022 - 15:37
The flight from Aberdeen got into trouble as it was trying to land at London Heathrow Airport.

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