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Boris Johnson told ‘a lie’ over Putin missile attack claims, says Kremlin

Boris Johnson told ‘a lie’ over Putin missile attack claims, says Kremlin

The former prime minister alleged that the Russian President appeared to threaten him in the days before Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.

Almost a quarter of drivers say seat belt laws are too soft – survey

Almost a quarter of drivers say seat belt laws are too soft – survey

Some 24% of 1,800 motorists polled for the RAC said the existing maximum penalty in Britain of a £500 fine is not strong enough.

Rishi Sunak promises ‘fastest-ever improvement’ in NHS wait times

Rishi Sunak promises ‘fastest-ever improvement’ in NHS wait times

The Prime Minister said he would “love” to give nurses a pay rise but had to be mindful of inflation.

Average age of people identifying as Christian climbs above 50, census shows

Average age of people identifying as Christian climbs above 50, census shows

The proportion of those aged 21-25 identifying as Christian has dropped from 5.1% to 3.9%.

Sunak stresses commitment to integrity following Zahawi sacking

Sunak stresses commitment to integrity following Zahawi sacking

Rishi Sunak said he acted decisively after it became clear that it was ‘no longer appropriate’ for Nadhim Zahawi to remain in his government.

Ai Weiwei on exhibiting 30-year collection from Stone Age tools to Lego bricks

Ai Weiwei on exhibiting 30-year collection from Stone Age tools to Lego bricks

Ai Weiwei: Making Sense will draw on the artist’s fascination with historical artefacts and traditional craftsmanship.

Lidl to invest £4bn in UK food producers in 2023

Lidl to invest £4bn in UK food producers in 2023

Lidl GB added that the move will accelerate previously announced spending plans.

Beaver family moved to Loch Lomond in biodiversity drive

Beaver family moved to Loch Lomond in biodiversity drive

It is hoped the move will benefit other creatures, from from birds and dragonflies to fish and frogs.

18% of private renters ‘would have bought a home already if they could’

18% of private renters ‘would have bought a home already if they could’

Around three-quarters of private renters want to buy at some point in the future, according to a report.

Data of 10m customers may have been stolen in JD Sports hack

Data of 10m customers may have been stolen in JD Sports hack

The breach affected the brands JD, Size?, Millets, Blacks, Scotts and MilletSport.

Castle swathed in seven-storeys of pink mesh for conservation work

Castle swathed in seven-storeys of pink mesh for conservation work

The completed work will be unveiled in 2024.

No trans women in female jail have history of violence against women – Brown

No trans women in female jail have history of violence against women – Brown

Five trans women are currently in the female estate, Justice Secretary Keith Brown has said.

Police extremely concerned about dog walker missing for three days

Police extremely concerned about dog walker missing for three days

Nicola Bulley, 45, was last seen on the morning of January 27 near the River Wyre in Lancashire.

BMA to test water for potential industrial action by senior doctors

BMA to test water for potential industrial action by senior doctors

Senior medics have raised concerns over pay cuts and problems with their pensions.

Sunak under pressure over handling of Zahawi tax row

Sunak under pressure over handling of Zahawi tax row

Rishi Sunak sacked Nadhim Zahawi from his role as Tory party chairman after an investigation found he breached the ministerial code.

Artist Ai Weiwei to launch first design-focused exhibition at Design Museum

Artist Ai Weiwei to launch first design-focused exhibition at Design Museum

The exhibition, opening in April, will feature hundreds of thousands of objects collected by the Chinese artist, from Stone Age tools to Lego bricks.

New Shell boss launches overhaul as executive roles cut

New Shell boss launches overhaul as executive roles cut

Wael Sawan, who took over at the start of this month, said the changes will take place from July.

Ryanair benefits from ‘pent-up travel demand’ as fares and profits rise

Ryanair benefits from ‘pent-up travel demand’ as fares and profits rise

The Dublin-based airline said average fares between October and December were 14% above 2019 levels.

Channel 4 documentary to explore rise of social media star Andrew Tate

Channel 4 documentary to explore rise of social media star Andrew Tate

The film will be directed by Maggie Gaudin and executive-produced by Dan Reed, who directed Michael Jackson documentary Leaving Neverland.

888 chief departs as Middle East VIP activities suspended amid investigation

888 chief departs as Middle East VIP activities suspended amid investigation

The firm said an initial internal review showed that ‘certain best practices have not been followed’ in relation to anti-money laundering.

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