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Teen trio to be sentenced for ‘ambush’ murder of 13-year-old Olly Stephens
Teen trio to be sentenced for ‘ambush’ murder of 13-year-old Olly Stephens
24 September 2021
The defendants, two boys and a girl who cannot be named because they are only 14 years old, had various roles in the attack in Reading on January 3.
Vigil to be held for murdered primary school teacher Sabina Nessa
Vigil to be held for murdered primary school teacher Sabina Nessa
24 September 2021
The 28-year-old had been walking to meet a friend at a pub near her home last Friday when she was killed.
Government under pressure to act as HGV driver shortage hits fuel deliveries
Government under pressure to act as HGV driver shortage hits fuel deliveries
23 September 2021
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said the shortage of drivers was a “global problem” caused by coronavirus.
Two men charged with riot offences in Lyra McKee murder probe
Two men charged with riot offences in Lyra McKee murder probe
23 September 2021
The pair are expected to appear before Londonderry Magistrates Court via video link on Friday.
Tom Felton collapses during celebrity golf match
Tom Felton collapses during celebrity golf match
23 September 2021
The Harry Potter star was pictured being carried off the Wisconsin course, which is hosting the Ryder Cup, on a golf cart.
Key events in investigation into murder of Sabina Nessa
Key events in investigation into murder of Sabina Nessa
23 September 2021
The 28-year-old primary school teacher was attacked as she walked to meet a friend not far from her home in Kidbrooke, south-east London, on Friday.
Permanent UC uplift would have to come out of people’s pockets, says PM
Permanent UC uplift would have to come out of people’s pockets, says PM
23 September 2021
Boris Johnson said keeping the additional £20 per week payment would cost £5-6 billion in tax.
PM abandons plans for Northern Ireland-Scotland crossing project
PM abandons plans for Northern Ireland-Scotland crossing project
23 September 2021
Boris Johnson was criticised in March after it emerged the feasibility of the bridge/tunnel was being assessed.
Julia Roberts leads tributes after death of Notting Hill director Roger Michell
Julia Roberts leads tributes after death of Notting Hill director Roger Michell
23 September 2021
The late filmmaker was also responsible for films such as Morning Glory and Enduring Love.
Chris Whitty and key workers honoured in ‘superhero’ charity raft race
Chris Whitty and key workers honoured in ‘superhero’ charity raft race
23 September 2021
The Thames Water Raft Race returned after being cancelled last year because of Covid.
Man arrested on suspicion of the murder of Sabina Nessa
Man arrested on suspicion of the murder of Sabina Nessa
23 September 2021
The 38-year-old man is being held in police custody.
Ministers agree no changes to Covid rules but signpost ‘significant date’
Ministers agree no changes to Covid rules but signpost ‘significant date’
23 September 2021
The announcement was made following a marathon meeting of the Executive.
UK paid compensation for 289 civilian deaths in Afghanistan, analysis shows
UK paid compensation for 289 civilian deaths in Afghanistan, analysis shows
23 September 2021
The Ministry of Defence said ‘rigorous targeting processes’ were used to minimise civilian deaths ‘but risk can never be removed entirely’.
Dominic Raab sworn in as new Lord Chancellor at ceremony
Dominic Raab sworn in as new Lord Chancellor at ceremony
23 September 2021
Mr Raab was welcomed to the ancient office by leading figures from the legal profession.
Love Island star and TV doctor urge teenagers to get Covid-19 jab
Love Island star and TV doctor urge teenagers to get Covid-19 jab
23 September 2021
Medical student Priya Gopaldas and Dr Emeka Okorocha have helped make a film about the safety and efficacy of the jab.
William backs grassroots football fans hoping to save ‘heart and soul’ of clubs
William backs grassroots football fans hoping to save ‘heart and soul’ of clubs
23 September 2021
The duke spent more than an hour at Dulwich Hamlet FC in south London, famous for its loyal fans and community feel.
Chancellor defends Treasury’s handling of Greensill lobbying row
Chancellor defends Treasury’s handling of Greensill lobbying row
23 September 2021
Former prime minister David Cameron lobbied for the lender to be involved in a Government Covid support scheme.
Twitter rolls out tips feature globally and adds support for Bitcoin
Twitter rolls out tips feature globally and adds support for Bitcoin
23 September 2021
The option will appear as a cash icon on profiles.
Latest Covid-19 case rates for UK local authority areas
Latest Covid-19 case rates for UK local authority areas
23 September 2021
Just over a third of local areas are currently recording a week-on-week rise in rates.
Rewilding project for half-a-million acres of Scottish Highlands launched
Rewilding project for half-a-million acres of Scottish Highlands launched
23 September 2021
The Trees for Life scheme would create a nature recovery area stretching from Loch Ness to Kintail on Scotland’s west coast.