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Ofgem sets out early grid plan that could save billions of pounds

Ofgem sets out early grid plan that could save billions of pounds

The energy regulator said a flexible energy system where electric vehicles can supply power back into the grid could bring huge benefits.

William and Kate meet business leaders with Norway’s Crown Prince and Princess

William and Kate meet business leaders with Norway’s Crown Prince and Princess

The Prince and Princess of Wales hosted the event at Windsor Castle.

Nine rare cream-coloured phone boxes receive listed status

Nine rare cream-coloured phone boxes receive listed status

The K8 kiosks, all in and around Hull, have been Grade II listed.

‘Missed opportunities’ laid out in final report on Arena bombing

‘Missed opportunities’ laid out in final report on Arena bombing

Action earlier by MI5 ‘may have led to Salman Abedi’s activities being uncovered’ – report.

Lucy Letby hugged mother after alleged attempt to murder baby, court hears

Lucy Letby hugged mother after alleged attempt to murder baby, court hears

The nurse, 33, is accusing of murdering seven babies and trying to kill 10 others.

‘Noxious absences and malign presences’: How Abedi brothers became bombers

‘Noxious absences and malign presences’: How Abedi brothers became bombers

The final report into the Manchester Arena bombing details how Salman Abedi and his brother were radicalised.

Motorway closed after truck hits overhead gantry

Motorway closed after truck hits overhead gantry

National Highways said the crash happened on the M5 near Bristol on Thursday morning.

‘Reckless’ drone pilot who endangered Hawker Hurricane avoids prison

‘Reckless’ drone pilot who endangered Hawker Hurricane avoids prison

Derbyshire Police believe it is the first time someone has been prosecuted in the UK for endangering an aircraft with a drone.

Manchester Arena bombing ‘might have been prevented’, inquiry finds

Manchester Arena bombing ‘might have been prevented’, inquiry finds

Two pieces of information about suicide bomber Salman Abedi were assessed at the time by MI5 to not relate to terrorism.

King expresses shock and sadness over Greece’s deadliest train crash

King expresses shock and sadness over Greece’s deadliest train crash

Charles sent a message of condolence to the country’s president after more than 40 people were killed and dozens injured in the incident on Wednesday.

Gibson guitar used by Chuck Berry at Wembley could fetch £20,000 at auction

Gibson guitar used by Chuck Berry at Wembley could fetch £20,000 at auction

The 1964 Gibson Firebird V will be auctioned off in Wiltshire later this month

Police have capacity to tackle loyalist disorder after Brexit deal, says Byrne

Police have capacity to tackle loyalist disorder after Brexit deal, says Byrne

The PSNI chief constable told the Policing Board that loyalism ‘remains calm’ at present.

Government accused of using up MPs’ time with ‘last-minute filler debates’

Government accused of using up MPs’ time with ‘last-minute filler debates’

The SNP’s Commons leader, Deidre Brock, suggested ministers have a light legislative agenda.

NHS leaders welcome Government plan for talks with all health unions

NHS leaders welcome Government plan for talks with all health unions

The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) last week began its own intensive discussions with the Government as it seeks a pay rise for its staff.

Prue Leith urges ‘compassionate assisted death’ as UK Dignitas membership soars

Prue Leith urges ‘compassionate assisted death’ as UK Dignitas membership soars

The television presenter wonders who would want to spend their last days travelling to an ‘impersonal institution in a foreign country’.

Building materials firm CRH set to move London listing to New York

Building materials firm CRH set to move London listing to New York

The world’s largest construction materials company told shareholders that around three-quarters of its earnings came from North America.

Older adults who walk more ‘less likely to have a heart attack or stroke’

Older adults who walk more ‘less likely to have a heart attack or stroke’

Walking an additional 500 steps per day was associated with a 14% lower risk of heart disease, stroke or heart failure, research suggests.

Friendliest street to be rewarded with Eden Project garden to mark coronation

Friendliest street to be rewarded with Eden Project garden to mark coronation

Organisers of the Coronation Big Lunch are looking for communities that have gone above and beyond to help others to mark the crowning of the King.

Senior officer restates belief that New IRA shot off-duty detective in Omagh

Senior officer restates belief that New IRA shot off-duty detective in Omagh

ACC Mark McEwan was asked if there was any loyalist link to their investigation into the shooting of DCI John Caldwell.

Boy who camped in tent for three years is ‘a true hero’, says charity

Boy who camped in tent for three years is ‘a true hero’, says charity

Max Woosey has spent every night for the past three years in a tent and has raised £700,000 for North Devon Hospice.

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