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Younger women could be more prone to breast cancer spread – study

Younger women could be more prone to breast cancer spread – study

Women diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age have a higher risk of secondary cancer than older women, according to research.

New Zealand trade deal could be disaster for Northern Ireland farmers – Poots

New Zealand trade deal could be disaster for Northern Ireland farmers – Poots

The Government has said the deal would cut red tape for businesses and end tariffs on exports.

One in five clinically extremely vulnerable people still shielding – ONS

One in five clinically extremely vulnerable people still shielding – ONS

A further 68% of CEV people are no longer shielding but continue to take extra precautions to protect themselves, figures suggest.

UK fishing boat remains detained in France despite Cabinet minister’s claim

UK fishing boat remains detained in France despite Cabinet minister’s claim

George Eustice had said he understood the Cornelis Gert Jan had been freed following ‘administrative confusion’ but this was later corrected.

Police sorry that women had to walk through dark park because of Cop26 event

Police sorry that women had to walk through dark park because of Cop26 event

Officers put a cordon in place as world leaders and the royals attended a reception at Kelvingrove on Monday.

Large queues hit Cop26 on second day of the global conference

Large queues hit Cop26 on second day of the global conference

By midday hundreds of people were still queuing outside the venue.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos pledges £1.47bn for land restoration in Africa

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos pledges £1.47bn for land restoration in Africa

The funding is part of contributions to a global pledge to end deforestation and land degradation.

French fishermen say accessing British waters a ‘matter of life and death’

French fishermen say accessing British waters a ‘matter of life and death’

A Boulogne-based fisherman told PA that the inability to fish on the British side of the Channel was “catastrophic”.

Leaders line up to back plans to deliver clean, affordable technology worldwide

Leaders line up to back plans to deliver clean, affordable technology worldwide

The Glasgow breakthroughs focus on vehicles, power, steel, hydrogen and agriculture.

Average price paid for motor insurance has fallen by nearly £40 this year so far

Average price paid for motor insurance has fallen by nearly £40 this year so far

Drivers are continuing to benefit from fewer motor claims made during Covid-19 lockdowns, the Association of British Insurers said.

Johnson hails end of the ‘great chainsaw massacre’ of the world’s forests

Johnson hails end of the ‘great chainsaw massacre’ of the world’s forests

On the second day of Cop26 in Glasgow, 110 world leaders committed to halt and reverse deforestation by 2030.

Relatives appeal after judge says woman paralysed by Covid can be allowed to die

Relatives appeal after judge says woman paralysed by Covid can be allowed to die

Members of her family asked three appeal judges to overturn Mr Justice Hayden’s decision, at a Court of Appeal hearing in London.

Sturgeon urges world leaders to ‘make sure history judges us fairly’ on climate

Sturgeon urges world leaders to ‘make sure history judges us fairly’ on climate

Scotland’s First Minister said places with an industrial past, such as Glasgow, have a particular responsibility in the move to net zero.

Wrong disability benefits decision overturned ‘every minute of the working day’

Wrong disability benefits decision overturned ‘every minute of the working day’

More than 12,000 disabled people are successfully overturning wrong PIP decisions every month, according to analysis of Government data.

Targeted messaging needed to tackle vaccine hesitancy – study

Targeted messaging needed to tackle vaccine hesitancy – study

Researchers found that vaccine hesitancy was a particular issue in non-white British ethnic groups and younger adults.

Unpaid carers being pushed into poverty, charity warns

Unpaid carers being pushed into poverty, charity warns

Carers UK said three in 10 unpaid carers are struggling to make ends meet, while more than half are worried about their finances.

Belfast man recognised as ‘Everyday Climate Hero’ for building low-energy homes

Belfast man recognised as ‘Everyday Climate Hero’ for building low-energy homes

John Carrigan is one of 10 people to have their picture taken by celebrity photographer Rankin as part of the campaign.

Jet suit display hints at future of armed forces

Jet suit display hints at future of armed forces

Richard Browning – known as Jet Man – carried out the demonstration at Farnborough International Airport.

Slight rise in Covid-19 deaths registered in England and Wales

Slight rise in Covid-19 deaths registered in England and Wales

Figures are still far below levels seen during the winter.

Coronavirus control measures tightened up at Parliament

Coronavirus control measures tightened up at Parliament

Tours of the Palace of Westminster and receptions have been cancelled due to a surge in cases.

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