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Search to identify hero of ‘forgotten Dunkirk’

Search to identify hero of ‘forgotten Dunkirk’

Thousands of soldiers, mainly Scottish, were captured following the battle in Normandy in 1940.

UK economy contracts 1.5% in first quarter, but rebounds in March

UK economy contracts 1.5% in first quarter, but rebounds in March

The Office for National Statistics said the economy grew by 2.1% month on month in March despite lockdown restrictions.

Senedd to nominate First Minister in first post-election meeting

Senedd to nominate First Minister in first post-election meeting

Mark Drakeford is set to remain as the head of the Welsh Government after Labour’s election win

‘Awe-inspiring’ white-tailed sea eagle arrives on Isle of Wight

‘Awe-inspiring’ white-tailed sea eagle arrives on Isle of Wight

The young bird of prey has been named Chief to match its ‘majestic’ nature.

Early data suggests mixing Covid-19 vaccines increases symptoms – study

Early data suggests mixing Covid-19 vaccines increases symptoms – study

Adverse reactions were short-lived, and there were no other safety concerns, the research indicated.

Charles: Nurses are deserving of ‘our thoughts and thanks’

Charles: Nurses are deserving of ‘our thoughts and thanks’

The Prince of Wales visited St Bartholomew’s Hospital on Tuesday.

What the papers say – May 12

What the papers say – May 12

Downing Street’s plans for the year ahead make headlines on Wednesday.

Labour hits out at ‘glaring omission’ of workers’ rights Bill in Queen’s Speech

Labour hits out at ‘glaring omission’ of workers’ rights Bill in Queen’s Speech

The lack of an Employment Bill in the Queen’s Speech was a ‘glaring omission’, says the Opposition.

Actress Henshall criticises care home Covid restrictions after mother’s death

Actress Henshall criticises care home Covid restrictions after mother’s death

The West End star said not allowing visits from loved ones was ‘totally unnecessary’ and ‘utterly inhumane’.

Warning over TikTok craze as teenagers get stuck in toddlers’ swings

Warning over TikTok craze as teenagers get stuck in toddlers’ swings

London Fire Brigade said it had responded to 21 instances of people trapped in swings this year.

Women dominate at Brits as live music returns to O2 after more than a year

Women dominate at Brits as live music returns to O2 after more than a year

Some 4,000 fans attended the O2 Arena as part of the Government pilot event.

Minister backs Dame Vera Lynn memorial on White Cliffs of Dover

Minister backs Dame Vera Lynn memorial on White Cliffs of Dover

Culture minister Matt Warman told MPs he ‘looks forward’ to the day when a statue is in place to commemorate the singer.

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah asks world leaders to end ‘killing of innocent people’

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah asks world leaders to end ‘killing of innocent people’

The Egyptian forward said ‘enough is enough’ in a post on Twitter.

Nine-year-old boy dies after apparently being struck by lightning in Blackpool

Nine-year-old boy dies after apparently being struck by lightning in Blackpool

Officers from Blackpool police were called shortly after 5pm on Tuesday to fields near to School Road to reports a child had been injured.

BMI system may leave BAME people ‘unknowingly at risk’ of type 2 diabetes

BMI system may leave BAME people ‘unknowingly at risk’ of type 2 diabetes

Dr Rishi Caleyachetty said a ‘blanket’ set of BMI values could be disadvantaging BAME people.

Cars parade through Ballymurphy to cheers and applause after coroner’s ruling

Cars parade through Ballymurphy to cheers and applause after coroner’s ruling

The occupants of the vehicles waved flags with the word ‘innocent’ on them.

Man, 24, bailed after video purporting to show Oli McBurnie confrontation

Man, 24, bailed after video purporting to show Oli McBurnie confrontation

Police have appealed for witnesses.

Lord Frost urges ‘common sense’ approach from EU over Northern Ireland Protocol

Lord Frost urges ‘common sense’ approach from EU over Northern Ireland Protocol

The protocol has left Northern Ireland tied to a range of EU customs and regulatory rules.

Care home worker given surprise wedding party with elderly residents

Care home worker given surprise wedding party with elderly residents

Sarah Thomas wanted to make sure residents were able to see her in her wedding dress.

Former Labour MP told woman ‘I crave your body’, tribunal hears

Former Labour MP told woman ‘I crave your body’, tribunal hears

Mike Hill is accused of a campaign of sexual harassment and bullying against the woman over a 16-month period.

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