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Zelensky gives Churchillian address to MPs as UK announces Russian oil ban

Zelensky gives Churchillian address to MPs as UK announces Russian oil ban

The Ukrainian president used language similar to the British war leader and quoted from Shakespeare during his address.

UK has ‘fallen short’ in response to Ukrainian refugees, says Nicola Sturgeon

UK has ‘fallen short’ in response to Ukrainian refugees, says Nicola Sturgeon

The First Minister said the Westminster Government had not done enough to help women and children fleeing the war-torn country.

Housing department ‘unequipped’ to handle insulation warning – Grenfell Inquiry

Housing department ‘unequipped’ to handle insulation warning – Grenfell Inquiry

The department was warned in 2014 that ‘combustible’ materials were being used in buildings over 18 metres high, the inquiry was told.

Submarine electrician in line to throne of Cumbrian island

Submarine electrician in line to throne of Cumbrian island

Earlier this year, Barrow Borough Council began searching for a new landlord for The Ship Inn on Piel Island.

Nicola Sturgeon backs proposal to criminalise misogyny

Nicola Sturgeon backs proposal to criminalise misogyny

The First Minister supported plans to create a new statutory aggravation of misogyny which would be considered during sentencing.

Camilla celebrates record-breaking female rowing trio

Camilla celebrates record-breaking female rowing trio

Team ExtraOARdinary arrived in Antigua after rowing at sea for 42 days, seven hours and 17 minutes, beating the previous record by seven days.

Woman can take Down’s syndrome abortion fight to Court of Appeal

Woman can take Down’s syndrome abortion fight to Court of Appeal

Heidi Crowter will appeal against a ruling which dismissed her challenge to a law which allows abortion up to birth for babies with Down’s Syndrome.

What does the UK import from Russia?

What does the UK import from Russia?

The number one import from Russia was oil, which was worth £4 billion

EU rapporteur on Ukraine criticises two Irish MEPs for voting down Russia motion

EU rapporteur on Ukraine criticises two Irish MEPs for voting down Russia motion

Clare Daly and Mick Wallace were among 13 MEPs to vote against the European Parliament resolution.

Irish truckers leave for Ukraine with 500 tonnes of aid

Irish truckers leave for Ukraine with 500 tonnes of aid

The convoy should reach the Ukrainian/Polish border by the end of the week.

Online Safety Bill will require social media platforms to stop scam adverts

Online Safety Bill will require social media platforms to stop scam adverts

Campaigners have welcomed the news that the new proposed legislation will cover fraudulent paid-for adverts.

Charles presents medals to troops on Operation Shader

Charles presents medals to troops on Operation Shader

The Prince of Wales handed out the medals at Combermere Barracks in Windsor.

Nicola Sturgeon issues formal apology to thousands of women executed as witches

Nicola Sturgeon issues formal apology to thousands of women executed as witches

The First Minister branded their treatment as being ‘injustice on a colossal scale’.

Citizens’ assembly may be needed to discuss neutrality – Taoiseach

Citizens’ assembly may be needed to discuss neutrality – Taoiseach

Micheal Martin said the actions of Vladimir Putin have left the EU exposed in terms of security.

Clive Myrie reflects on time in Kyiv: ‘The city was awash with rumour and dread’

Clive Myrie reflects on time in Kyiv: ‘The city was awash with rumour and dread’

BBC journalist Clive Myrie spent two weeks reporting from the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv.

UK to phase out import of Russian oil by end of 2022 in further invasion sanction

UK to phase out import of Russian oil by end of 2022 in further invasion sanction

Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng said it would give ‘more than enough time’ for businesses to adjust.

British doctor trains Ukrainian medics in warzone surgery over Zoom

British doctor trains Ukrainian medics in warzone surgery over Zoom

Professor David Nott delivered a 12-hour online training course to 573 healthcare professionals.

Teenager should have chance of life-saving kidney transplant, judge rules

Teenager should have chance of life-saving kidney transplant, judge rules

The Court of Protection had been asked to rule over a treatment dispute.

‘Striking’ lack of data on England’s missing children – report

‘Striking’ lack of data on England’s missing children – report

A study from the Children’s Commissioner found councils rely on time-lagged data when recording how many children there are in the local area.

Government challenged to reduce fuel prices amid cost of living crisis

Government challenged to reduce fuel prices amid cost of living crisis

Mary Lou McDonald said people cannot wait for a financial package from the Government as prices surge due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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