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Around 850,000 households missing out on vital Pension Credit support

Around 850,000 households missing out on vital Pension Credit support

Pension Credit can act as a gateway to a range of other benefits.

Sturgeon urges PM to ‘be a democrat’ as she launches case for Indyref2

Sturgeon urges PM to ‘be a democrat’ as she launches case for Indyref2

Scotland’s First Minister said her government has an ‘indisputable mandate’ for another vote on independence.

Alcohol labelling failing consumers, say campaigners

Alcohol labelling failing consumers, say campaigners

Information on nutritional values, ingredients and health warnings is not required on alcoholic drinks packaging in the UK.

In Pictures: Grenfell victims remembered at Westminster Abbey memorial service

In Pictures: Grenfell victims remembered at Westminster Abbey memorial service

The congregation included former prime minister Theresa May, London Mayor Sadiq Khan and Housing Secretary Michael Gove.

Calls for government to address school issues for Ukrainian children

Calls for government to address school issues for Ukrainian children

Almost 6,800 Ukrainian children have been placed in Irish schools.

Young bull joins passengers on train platform in Glasgow

Young bull joins passengers on train platform in Glasgow

The animal was caught on CCTV under the shelter and appearing to look at train times.

Nearly 200,000 properties at risk of being lost due to sea level rise – study

Nearly 200,000 properties at risk of being lost due to sea level rise – study

Significant sea level rise is now inevitable, experts warned.

Injured Pc’s vest had shoe mark on it, Sheku Bayoh inquiry told

Injured Pc’s vest had shoe mark on it, Sheku Bayoh inquiry told

The probe has previously been told by officers that Pc Nicole Short was stamped on by the detainee, who later died.

Why are wages lagging so far behind inflation in the UK?

Why are wages lagging so far behind inflation in the UK?

The ONS said average regular earnings rose 4.2% in the three months to April, but still failed to keep up with inflation.

Millions to receive first portion of £650 cost-of-living payment from July 14

Millions to receive first portion of £650 cost-of-living payment from July 14

A first instalment of £326 will land in the bank accounts of families on benefits as part of the Government’s support package amid soaring prices.

In Pictures: Hats off to stylish racegoers as sun shines for Royal Ascot

In Pictures: Hats off to stylish racegoers as sun shines for Royal Ascot

The event is one of the highlights of the sporting and social calendar.

SNP MP Grady facing two-day ban for ‘inappropriate physical advance’ on teenager

SNP MP Grady facing two-day ban for ‘inappropriate physical advance’ on teenager

Former party chief whip Patrick Grady said he was ‘profoundly sorry’ for the behaviour which has left him facing a Commons suspension.

Almost half of UK audiences avoid news, report reveals

Almost half of UK audiences avoid news, report reveals

Almost half of those surveyed in the UK said they avoided the news, with many saying it brought down their mood.

Tragic baby ‘discharged into parents’ care despite hospital staff opposition’

Tragic baby ‘discharged into parents’ care despite hospital staff opposition’

Lauren Saint George and Darren Hurrell deny murdering 10-week-old Lily-Mai Hurrell Saint George.

Ex-police officer jailed for string of racist messages mocking George Floyd death

Ex-police officer jailed for string of racist messages mocking George Floyd death

James Watts was jailed at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.

Womb transplants are safe and effective, study suggests

Womb transplants are safe and effective, study suggests

Around 50 babies are thought to have been born worldwide from living and brain-dead womb donors.

Hospitality vacancies hit record high as pubs and bars face staff shortages

Hospitality vacancies hit record high as pubs and bars face staff shortages

UK hospitality businesses recorded 83% more vacancies over the three months to May than over the same period in 2019.

Racegoers fill stands as Queen misses first day of ‘thrilling’ Royal Ascot

Racegoers fill stands as Queen misses first day of ‘thrilling’ Royal Ascot

Punters are hoping that the monarch, a passionate racehorse owner and breeder, will make an appearance at the event this week.

Pharmacists to help check for potential cancer cases in NHS shake-up

Pharmacists to help check for potential cancer cases in NHS shake-up

It is hoped the move could help speed up the process of cancer diagnosis.

Police officer ‘stamped on by Sheku Bayoh’ showed discomfort, inquiry hears

Police officer ‘stamped on by Sheku Bayoh’ showed discomfort, inquiry hears

The probe has previously been told by officers that Pc Nicole Short was stamped on by the detainee, who later died.

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