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Two men jailed on word of corrupt police officer posthumously cleared

Two men jailed on word of corrupt police officer posthumously cleared

Basil Peterkin’s and Saliah Mehmet’s convictions were quashed at the Court of Appeal.

Sunak insists his plan is working despite surprise hike in inflation

Sunak insists his plan is working despite surprise hike in inflation

The Prime Minister said his priority would be cutting taxes ‘when it’s responsible to do so’.

Unions warn of escalating action as thousands strike across Northern Ireland

Unions warn of escalating action as thousands strike across Northern Ireland

An estimated 150,000 public sector workers are taking part in the walkouts over pay.

Minister ends safeguarding of land on axed HS2 route

Minister ends safeguarding of land on axed HS2 route

Transport Secretary Mark Harper said the move ‘provides certainty to people along the former route of HS2’.

In Pictures: Cold snap brings snow and ice to many parts of the UK

In Pictures: Cold snap brings snow and ice to many parts of the UK

Wednesday was the UK’s coldest night of the winter so far.

Kate wished speedy recovery as she remains in hospital after abdominal surgery

Kate wished speedy recovery as she remains in hospital after abdominal surgery

The princess was admitted on Tuesday and is not expected back on official duties until after Easter.

Flu patient numbers in England fall for first time this winter

Flu patient numbers in England fall for first time this winter

Health chiefs have warned the current cold snap could see a jump in people needing care.

Fujitsu will not bid for Government contracts during Horizon inquiry – minister

Fujitsu will not bid for Government contracts during Horizon inquiry – minister

Alex Burghart told the Commons the Japanese technology company has voluntarily undertaken not to seek contracts.

Surrey man, 36, is first with a pacemaker to take on World’s Toughest Row

Surrey man, 36, is first with a pacemaker to take on World’s Toughest Row

Elliot Awin said he hopes to show people that ‘you can still do stuff’ after having a pacemaker fitted.

Northern Ireland’s public sector strikes – who is taking action and why

Northern Ireland’s public sector strikes – who is taking action and why

An estimated 150,000 public sector workers are taking part in the walkouts over pay.

Inquiry into AI and impartiality in the media launched

Inquiry into AI and impartiality in the media launched

The deadline to submit evidence is February 12.

Rishi Sunak urges Lords to ‘do the right thing’ and back Rwanda plan

Rishi Sunak urges Lords to ‘do the right thing’ and back Rwanda plan

The Prime Minister gave a press conference in Downing Street on Thursday.

O’Neill says she has not given up on powersharing at Stormont

O’Neill says she has not given up on powersharing at Stormont

The Sinn Fein vice president said there had to be a plan B if the powersharing institutions are not restored.

Mortgage and credit card default rates jumped in run-up to Christmas – lenders

Mortgage and credit card default rates jumped in run-up to Christmas – lenders

Default rates on mortgages and other types of lending are expected to increase in early 2024, according to a Bank of England survey of lenders.

Seal has plastic ring removed from its neck after six years of tracking

Seal has plastic ring removed from its neck after six years of tracking

The male grey seal, named Commuter, was spotted off the north coast of Cornwall by wildlife experts.

Currys reveals slow festive sales as consumers remain ‘hard-pressed’

Currys reveals slow festive sales as consumers remain ‘hard-pressed’

But the electricals retailer said its profit for the year is likely to be higher than previously expected despite challenging conditions.

Travis Perkins reveals year-end job losses and signals further staff cuts

Travis Perkins reveals year-end job losses and signals further staff cuts

The firm is ramping up cost-cutting efforts to save about £35 million a year amid a construction sector slowdown.

Sunak set to hold press conference after winning key Commons vote on Rwanda Bill

Sunak set to hold press conference after winning key Commons vote on Rwanda Bill

The Prime Minister now faces a showdown with the House of Lords over his Rwanda plan.

Sainsbury’s to wind down banking services as part of ‘food first’ focus

Sainsbury’s to wind down banking services as part of ‘food first’ focus

The company said it was exploring several options as part of a ‘phased withdrawal’ from the banking business.

Royal Mail hails best Christmas for four years

Royal Mail hails best Christmas for four years

The group said it delivered more than 99% of first- and second-class mail in time for Christmas.

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