Home   News   National   Archive

National news

Man dies in street after suspected stabbing

Man dies in street after suspected stabbing

The victim was found with a serious injury by Greater Manchester Police in Atherton.

‘I loved the woman I got to know’, says Neil LaBute in tribute to AS Byatt

‘I loved the woman I got to know’, says Neil LaBute in tribute to AS Byatt

Dame Antonia Byatt died on Thursday at the age of 87, according to her publisher.

Hunt warns of ‘difficult decisions’ on benefits as he mulls inheritance tax cut

Hunt warns of ‘difficult decisions’ on benefits as he mulls inheritance tax cut

The Chancellor could also cut taxes on businesses in Wednesday’s autumn statement.

More than a third of women sexually harassed on train and Tube journeys – BTP

More than a third of women sexually harassed on train and Tube journeys – BTP

However, only one in five people who have witnessed incidents of sexual harassment reported it to police.

Kate’s Christmas carol service to champion early years stalwarts

Kate’s Christmas carol service to champion early years stalwarts

The service will combine traditional and modern elements to encompass people of all faiths and none.

DfE’s lack of information on schools concrete crisis ‘shocking’, says MPs

DfE’s lack of information on schools concrete crisis ‘shocking’, says MPs

The Public Accounts Committee said it was ‘alarming’ that 700,000 pupils in England were learning in schools in need of upgrades.

Police to trial use of drones as first responders to emergencies

Police to trial use of drones as first responders to emergencies

The remotely-operated devices would be stationed on buildings and sent to give officers the first sight of urgent situations.

Crowd of 100,000 expected to attend demonstration calling for Gaza ceasefire

Crowd of 100,000 expected to attend demonstration calling for Gaza ceasefire

People attending the Glasgow Green rally have been asked to write their names on their arms as a gesture of solidarity with the people of Palestine.

What the papers say – November 18

What the papers say – November 18

Here are the stories making headlines this Saturday.

Pro-Palestinian protest organisers plan national day of action on Saturday

Pro-Palestinian protest organisers plan national day of action on Saturday

More than 100 smaller rallies than those seen in the capital in recent weeks will take place at various locations across the UK.

Jeremy Hunt says now is the moment for growth as he signals tax cuts

Jeremy Hunt says now is the moment for growth as he signals tax cuts

The Chancellor is considering cutting taxes on inheritance and businesses while squeezing benefits.

Three charged with murder of 17-year-old killed in suspected fight

Three charged with murder of 17-year-old killed in suspected fight

Simarjeet Singh Nangpal died at the scene in west London after being found with stab injuries.

Former prison worker guilty of misconduct after prisoner’s death

Former prison worker guilty of misconduct after prisoner’s death

The ‘high-risk’ prisoner was left unsupervised for significant periods of time and was able to take his own life.

Jeremy Hunt says now is the moment for growth as he signals tax cuts

Jeremy Hunt says now is the moment for growth as he signals tax cuts

The Chancellor is considering cutting taxes on inheritance and businesses while squeezing benefits.

David Tennant returns to TV screens in Doctor Who special for Children In Need

David Tennant returns to TV screens in Doctor Who special for Children In Need

At the end of the BBC live appeal show it was announced more than £33 million had been raised so far.

Jeremy Hunt considering squeezing benefits while cutting inheritance tax

Jeremy Hunt considering squeezing benefits while cutting inheritance tax

Ministers have already announced a fresh welfare crackdown amid efforts to get people back into work under a toughened sanctions scheme.

Princess of Wales opens Children In Need broadcast with special message

Princess of Wales opens Children In Need broadcast with special message

The live BBC appeal show raises money for children across the UK.

Another 25 more Irish citizens expected to be able to leave Gaza – Tanaiste

Another 25 more Irish citizens expected to be able to leave Gaza – Tanaiste

This will bring the total number of Irish citizens and dependants who have left Gaza in recent days to 51.

Police make eight further arrests in connection with Bonfire Night disorder

Police make eight further arrests in connection with Bonfire Night disorder

Those under arrest include two 15-year-old boys accused of making and throwing petrol bombs.

Starmer: Corbyn’s days as Labour MP over after refusal to call Hamas terrorists

Starmer: Corbyn’s days as Labour MP over after refusal to call Hamas terrorists

The former Labour leader continually ducked a question about whether Hamas was a terror group during a recent TV interview.

Close This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies.Learn More