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Football agent Willie McKay cleared over presents bought while facing bankruptcy

Football agent Willie McKay cleared over presents bought while facing bankruptcy

The 62-year-old was found not guilty of two counts of fraudulent disposal of property by a jury at Leeds Crown Court on Wednesday.

Schools ‘not there to be a political space’, says Gavin Williamson

Schools ‘not there to be a political space’, says Gavin Williamson

The Education Secretary told MPs that schools must remain impartial.

Six former health and care ministers back social care workforce proposals

Six former health and care ministers back social care workforce proposals

The framework has been published ahead of proposals for wider reform of the sector from the Government, which were promised almost two years ago.

Full list of branch closures announced by Lloyds

Full list of branch closures announced by Lloyds

A total of 29 Lloyds Bank and 15 Halifax branches are to shut down.

GCSE and A-level exams in 2022 may be adjusted to take into account disruption

GCSE and A-level exams in 2022 may be adjusted to take into account disruption

Gavin Williamson told MPs he wants to see students sitting formal exams next year, but ‘mitigations’ are likely.

People in NI will not ‘thank or forgive’ threats to bring down Stormont – Lewis

People in NI will not ‘thank or forgive’ threats to bring down Stormont – Lewis

The Stormont institutions have been rocked by a series of recent rows over Irish language legislation and the Northern Ireland Protocol.

Palace admits it ‘must do more’ to improve ethnic diversity among staff

Palace admits it ‘must do more’ to improve ethnic diversity among staff

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex accused the royal family of racism in their Oprah Winfrey interview last year.

Johnson apologises for rape case delays but is criticised for ‘jabber’ jibe

Johnson apologises for rape case delays but is criticised for ‘jabber’ jibe

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer used Prime Minister’s Questions to focus on record-low convictions for rape and lesser offences in England and Wales.

Sturgeon brands Gove’s indyref2 comments ‘sneering, arrogant condescension’

Sturgeon brands Gove’s indyref2 comments ‘sneering, arrogant condescension’

The UK Cabinet Office minister said he ‘can’t see’ Boris Johnson agreeing to another vote before the next general election.

Minister hopes Cop26 summit will result in ‘Glasgow agreement’

Minister hopes Cop26 summit will result in ‘Glasgow agreement’

Anne-Marie Trevelyan faced questions from MPs on plans for the international talks taking place in November.

Key actions the Government must take to tackle climate crisis – advisers

Key actions the Government must take to tackle climate crisis – advisers

The Climate Change Committee has made 200 recommendations to help get the UK on track to cut emissions and cope with climate impacts.

Russia ‘fires warning shots at Royal Navy destroyer’

Russia ‘fires warning shots at Royal Navy destroyer’

The Russian defence ministry said HMS Defender entered Russian territorial waters in the Black Sea.

Decision to approve Stonehenge road tunnel scheme ‘unlawful’, High Court told

Decision to approve Stonehenge road tunnel scheme ‘unlawful’, High Court told

Save Stonehenge World Heritage Site is challenging Grant Shapps’ decision to green-light the £1.7 billion development on the A303.

Government accused of mixed messaging over allowing 60,000 fans at Wembley

Government accused of mixed messaging over allowing 60,000 fans at Wembley

All ticket-holders for the matches at Wembley will need to show evidence of a negative Covid-19 test or proof of two doses of a vaccine.

Raab condemns ‘forced closure’ of pro-democracy Hong Kong newspaper

Raab condemns ‘forced closure’ of pro-democracy Hong Kong newspaper

The Foreign Secretary said China must uphold its commitments to freedom of the press.

HMRC will not aggressively pursue struggling firms over Covid debts – minister

HMRC will not aggressively pursue struggling firms over Covid debts – minister

Kwasi Kwarteng says the taxman will take a ‘cautious approach’ after business groups warn insolvencies could rise when support ends.

Plan to reverse five-year slump in rape prosecutions ‘should only be first step’

Plan to reverse five-year slump in rape prosecutions ‘should only be first step’

The Commons Home Affairs Committee heard evidence from campaigners and experts that the 2016 figures were ‘just the first step’.

Kit colour clashes slow down footballers’ responses, study finds

Kit colour clashes slow down footballers’ responses, study finds

Academics said a change in the laws of the game may be needed.

Pc who tasered ex-footballer Dalian Atkinson found guilty of manslaughter

Pc who tasered ex-footballer Dalian Atkinson found guilty of manslaughter

Benjamin Monk was cleared of murder by jurors who are still considering an assault charge against another officer.

Greensill Government-backed loans ‘went to Gupta-linked companies’

Greensill Government-backed loans ‘went to Gupta-linked companies’

The eight companies were granted £400 million in Government-backed Covid loans

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