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Sunak promises ‘tough laws’ to deal with ‘unreasonable’ union leaders

Sunak promises ‘tough laws’ to deal with ‘unreasonable’ union leaders

There is no timetable for much-delayed legislation to require minimum service levels and limit the effects of strikes.

Ukrainian official calls on allies to ‘boycott’ Russian culture

Ukrainian official calls on allies to ‘boycott’ Russian culture

Oleksandr Tkachenko said pausing Russian performances until the war is over would be an ‘important step’.

Coroner criticises Qatari authorities for lack of co-operation over inquest

Coroner criticises Qatari authorities for lack of co-operation over inquest

Beautician Rafaelle Tsakanika, 21, from Cambridge, was a passenger in a Toyota Land Cruiser which was struck from behind by a speeding vehicle.

Cold snap to last at least a week, Met Office says

Cold snap to last at least a week, Met Office says

Double-digit sub zero temperatures were expected overnight in exposed parts of the UK, the forecaster said.

Support for Scottish independence up to 56%, poll suggests

Support for Scottish independence up to 56%, poll suggests

The survey also put support for the SNP in a de facto referendum general election at 53%.

Tyson Fury’s Gypsy pride gives Travellers a positive role model, community says

Tyson Fury’s Gypsy pride gives Travellers a positive role model, community says

The Office for National Statistics carried out research looking into the experiences of Gypsy and Traveller communities in England and Wales.

NHS can adequately deal with increasing Strep A infections, says Yousaf

NHS can adequately deal with increasing Strep A infections, says Yousaf

Humza Yousaf said clinical advisers have warned more cases will be reported in Scotland.

Sunak ‘shocked’ by allegations about Baroness Mone and PPE firm

Sunak ‘shocked’ by allegations about Baroness Mone and PPE firm

Rishi Sunak said it was “absolutely right” that she is no longer attending the House of Lords.

Albanian ambassador hits out at ‘campaign of discrimination’ amid rise in Channel crossings

Albanian ambassador hits out at ‘campaign of discrimination’ amid rise in Channel crossings

Qirjako Qirko repeatedly told MPs his government has ‘no information’ about an increase in people from the Balkan state making the journey to the UK.

Two injured after terraced house collapses

Two injured after terraced house collapses

A number of houses were evacuated and a cordon was put in place.

Keegan calls for ‘big dose of transparency’ when teaching contested issues

Keegan calls for ‘big dose of transparency’ when teaching contested issues

Gillian Keegan says, ‘common sense’ is needed when it comes to sharing classroom materials and deciding what is ‘age appropriate’.

BBC director-general calls for ‘serious public service investment’ amid cuts

BBC director-general calls for ‘serious public service investment’ amid cuts

He warned Russia and China are ‘investing hundreds of millions in state backed services’ as the BBC World Service faces job losses.

Stephen Bear ‘upped cost of OnlyFans subscription after uploading revenge porn’

Stephen Bear ‘upped cost of OnlyFans subscription after uploading revenge porn’

Georgia Harrison accuses Bear of secretly filming the pair having sex in his garden on August 2 2020 and posting the video online without permission.

Animal Rebellion protesters to face trial over milk stunts at London stores

Animal Rebellion protesters to face trial over milk stunts at London stores

Sofia Fernandes Pontes and Stephen Bone face two charges of criminal damage and two charges of damaging property on October 7.

Actor Brian Cox says Harry and Meghan’s experiences ‘clearly traumatic’

Actor Brian Cox says Harry and Meghan’s experiences ‘clearly traumatic’

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will release a tell-all documentary this week about their time in the royal family.

Formal engagement process with paramilitaries recommended by commission

Formal engagement process with paramilitaries recommended by commission

The body published its fifth report on Wednesday on progress towards ending paramilitarism in Northern Ireland.

Police investigating second burglary in Raheem Sterling’s village

Police investigating second burglary in Raheem Sterling’s village

The 27-year-old England footballer’s Surrey home was burgled at the weekend.

Demand for rental homes pushes upwards as house sales market slows

Demand for rental homes pushes upwards as house sales market slows

A net balance of 35% of property professionals saw a pick-up in rental demand in November, according to surveyors.

Teachers warn of further strikes without ‘significantly improved’ pay offer

Teachers warn of further strikes without ‘significantly improved’ pay offer

Members of the NASUWT and SSTA trade unions are taking action on Wednesday and Thursday.

Northern Ireland abortion buffer zone ruling is a ‘historic day’ – Green MSP

Northern Ireland abortion buffer zone ruling is a ‘historic day’ – Green MSP

The UK Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that the Northern Ireland Bill did not infringe on the free expression of opponents of abortion.

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