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Steel unions meeting Tata for talks over future of company

Steel unions meeting Tata for talks over future of company

There have been fears of heavy job losses, especially at the plant in Port Talbot.

Biggest strike in NI’s recent history under way as tens of thousands walk out

Biggest strike in NI’s recent history under way as tens of thousands walk out

An estimated 150,000 workers are taking part in the widespread action.

Sunak’s Rwanda Bill passes third reading after Tory rebels back down

Sunak’s Rwanda Bill passes third reading after Tory rebels back down

A source announced ahead of Wednesday’s crunch vote that the majority of rebels were preparing to back the legislation even without changes.

Steel unions meeting Tata for talks over future of company

Steel unions meeting Tata for talks over future of company

There have been fears of heavy job losses, especially at the plant in Port Talbot, South Wales.

Freezing temperatures to plummet further across UK with snow and ice warnings

Freezing temperatures to plummet further across UK with snow and ice warnings

Amber and yellow warnings for snow and ice have been issued by the Met Office across Scotland and coastal areas in England and Wales on Thursday.

Tory former minister accused of misogyny after calling SNP MP ‘hysterical’

Tory former minister accused of misogyny after calling SNP MP ‘hysterical’

SNP home affairs spokeswoman Alison Thewliss clashed with Tory MP Liam Fox.

Starmer writes to civil service chief to request start of access talks

Starmer writes to civil service chief to request start of access talks

It is understood the talks about a potential change of government after the election could start before the end of January.

Urgent changes needed to protect Welsh devolution, independent commission finds

Urgent changes needed to protect Welsh devolution, independent commission finds

The Independent Commission on the Constitutional Future of Wales releases its final report on Thursday.

Family of missing 16-year-old girl plead for her to get in touch

Family of missing 16-year-old girl plead for her to get in touch

Julia Skala, 16, has not been seen or heard from since she left her home in Mitcham, south west London, at around 1pm on January 8.

King ‘has raised awareness of common condition’ – expert

King ‘has raised awareness of common condition’ – expert

Charles is to be treated in hospital next week for an enlarged prostate.

Tiny treasures from Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House go on show at Windsor Castle

Tiny treasures from Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House go on show at Windsor Castle

The replica of an Edwardian residence has electricity, working lifts, running water and luxurious royal suites.

Cameron and Argentinian leader Milei ‘agree to disagree’ over Falklands

Cameron and Argentinian leader Milei ‘agree to disagree’ over Falklands

The Foreign Secretary met the Argentine president for talks at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Majority of Tory rebels to fold and back Sunak’s Rwanda Bill

Majority of Tory rebels to fold and back Sunak’s Rwanda Bill

A rebel source said only a ‘small number’ of MPs were set to vote against the Safety of Rwanda Bill at its third reading.

Dancing an effective way for obese people to lose weight – study

Dancing an effective way for obese people to lose weight – study

People taking part in the research also saw a ‘meaningful improvement’ in their waist circumference and body fat, the scientists said.

Civil servants told they must implement minister’s choice to ignore Strasbourg

Civil servants told they must implement minister’s choice to ignore Strasbourg

Civil service unions reacted with fury to the suggestion that officials could be asked to break international law.

From polo injuries to puffy digits: The King’s health over the years

From polo injuries to puffy digits: The King’s health over the years

Buckingham Palace said in common with thousands of men each year, the King has sought treatment for an enlarged prostate and his condition is benign.

Palace: Counsellors of State not required while King is in hospital

Palace: Counsellors of State not required while King is in hospital

Charles added Anne and Edward to the list of royal family members who can act in his place last year.

Samsung unveils AI-powered S24 range as it hails ‘new era of mobile’

Samsung unveils AI-powered S24 range as it hails ‘new era of mobile’

The smartphone maker has built a range of AI tools into its new phones, including translation, transcription and photo-editing features.

Officers who cleared homeless people’s tents acted unlawfully, say Met Police

Officers who cleared homeless people’s tents acted unlawfully, say Met Police

Human Rights charity Liberty threatened legal action against the force on behalf of one person in the group whose tent and belongings were destroyed.

Kate’s royal duties on hold as she recuperates from surgery

Kate’s royal duties on hold as she recuperates from surgery

The princess, who was seen three weeks ago walking to church on Christmas Day, will not carry out public engagements for up to three months.

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