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UK condemns ‘in the strongest possible terms’ military takeover in Niger

UK condemns ‘in the strongest possible terms’ military takeover in Niger

Members of the Niger military said on Wednesday they had deposed democratically elected president Mohamed Bazoum.

Approving Rosebank oil and gas field would be ‘death sentence’ say activists

Approving Rosebank oil and gas field would be ‘death sentence’ say activists

If approved, it would lead to around 500 million barrels of oil being produced, with the Government saying it is necessary for energy security.

Bibby Stockholm barge faces fire safety concerns – reports

Bibby Stockholm barge faces fire safety concerns – reports

The Times reported serious fire safety concerns about the vessel and that fire service approval remains pending.

Sunak to stress North Sea energy opportunities in Scotland visit

Sunak to stress North Sea energy opportunities in Scotland visit

The Prime Minister is expected in Aberdeenshire on Monday for a series of announcements on energy.

Jenrick accused of leaving ministerial box unattended on train

Jenrick accused of leaving ministerial box unattended on train

Immigration minister Robert Jenrick is facing claims that he left his ministerial briefcase unattended on a train.

Thousands of people may die due to inadequate NHS winter plans – senior doctor

Thousands of people may die due to inadequate NHS winter plans – senior doctor

Dr Adrian Boyle said the Government was ‘blithely sailing towards an iceberg’ with its plans for treating people.

Carbon capture project will help ensure just transition – Scottish Government

Carbon capture project will help ensure just transition – Scottish Government

Environment Minister Neil Gray said he looked forward to a ‘much anticipated’ update from the Prime Minister.

Former Theresa May adviser to run as Tory candidate in Matt Hancock seat

Former Theresa May adviser to run as Tory candidate in Matt Hancock seat

Nick Timothy, a key adviser to the former prime minister, was confirmed as the Tory parliamentary candidate for the constituency on Sunday evening.

Search for ‘fisherman swept from rocks’ is called off

Search for ‘fisherman swept from rocks’ is called off

HM Coastguard said the search was called off shortly before 4pm on Sunday.

Parents of Jo Cox elated as cyclists cross finish line of 288-mile bike ride

Parents of Jo Cox elated as cyclists cross finish line of 288-mile bike ride

Jean and Gordon Leadbeater called it the ‘epitome’ of what their daughter believed in – that people have more in common than what divides them.

Sinead O’Connor fans gather to sing Nothing Compares 2 U in Dublin tribute

Sinead O’Connor fans gather to sing Nothing Compares 2 U in Dublin tribute

The 56-year-old Irish singer died in London last week.

‘Abysmal’ crime statistics show more than 90% of crimes unsolved – Labour

‘Abysmal’ crime statistics show more than 90% of crimes unsolved – Labour

The proportion of crimes that resulted in a charge or summons was 5.7%.

Memory of fallen National Army soldiers ‘rehabilitated’ as monument unveiled

Memory of fallen National Army soldiers ‘rehabilitated’ as monument unveiled

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Tanaiste Micheal Martin attended the ceremony at Glasnevin cemetery in Dublin.

Sinead O’Connor sang with ‘sense of mission’ against injustices, Toibin says

Sinead O’Connor sang with ‘sense of mission’ against injustices, Toibin says

The Irish singer was known for her powerful vocals and lyrics as well as taking fierce stances on social and political issues.

Flynn welcomes reports Sunak to announce carbon capture funding

Flynn welcomes reports Sunak to announce carbon capture funding

Press reports on Sunday suggest the Acorn project in Aberdeenshire is in line for millions of pounds in UK Government cash.

Sunak set for Aberdeenshire visit to set out energy security plans

Sunak set for Aberdeenshire visit to set out energy security plans

Rishi Sunak will hail the role Scotland plays in the UK’s energy security plans during a visit on Monday.

Nigel Farage plans ‘powerful lobby group’ to oppose de-banking

Nigel Farage plans ‘powerful lobby group’ to oppose de-banking

The former Ukip leader has launched a website to tackle de-banking after Coutts closed his account.

Projects set to reap investment in Sunak energy security push

Projects set to reap investment in Sunak energy security push

Energy Security Secretary Grant Shapps will meet top figures from the oil and gas, renewable and nuclear industries over the course of the week.

Ex-Olympian with Parkinson’s, 80, set for Virgin space flight after 18-year wait

Ex-Olympian with Parkinson’s, 80, set for Virgin space flight after 18-year wait

Jon Goodwin said he is ‘excited’ for lift-off on August 10.

Kanye West’s Twitter account reinstated after almost eight-month suspension

Kanye West’s Twitter account reinstated after almost eight-month suspension

The US rapper had his account suspended after posting a series of erratic tweets at the end of last year.

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