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Ministers demand ‘swift’ police action against M25 climate protesters

Ministers demand ‘swift’ police action against M25 climate protesters

Home Secretary Priti Patel spoke to chief constables while Transport Secretary Grant Shapps also called for action.

Presbyterian moderator urges preservation of ‘precious’ powersharing government

Presbyterian moderator urges preservation of ‘precious’ powersharing government

Dr David Bruce was speaking at the DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson warned his party’s ministers could resign over the Brexit protocol.

Machete robbery gang who livestreamed getaway bid jailed

Machete robbery gang who livestreamed getaway bid jailed

Police released dramatic footage of the gang being stopped by officers on the A2 in Kent.

National Crime Agency boss to step down

National Crime Agency boss to step down

Dame Lynne Owens has been in charge since 2016.

Older people and men ‘more likely to suffer’ with Covid even after two jabs

Older people and men ‘more likely to suffer’ with Covid even after two jabs

People with chronic conditions such as Down’s syndrome, kidney disease, sickle cell disease or HIV/Aids are also at greater risk.

Landmark ruling on puberty-blocking drugs overturned in Tavistock appeal

Landmark ruling on puberty-blocking drugs overturned in Tavistock appeal

The Court of Appeal said the original decision would have in practice denied treatment to patients ‘in many circumstances’.

Medieval music festival returns to castle after pandemic break

Medieval music festival returns to castle after pandemic break

Castle Bolton in the Yorkshire Dales was where Mary, Queen of the Scots was once held prisoner.

Welsh Government accused of U-turn as vaccine passes planned

Welsh Government accused of U-turn as vaccine passes planned

From next month people will need a NHS Covid Pass to enter nightclubs or large events, First Minister Mark Drakeford said.

Pelosi warns UK-US trade deal ‘unlikely’ if NI Brexit talks damage peace process

Pelosi warns UK-US trade deal ‘unlikely’ if NI Brexit talks damage peace process

The UK wants to rewrite the Northern Ireland Protocol it negotiated with the EU due to the Irish Sea trade barrier it has caused.

Channel crossings continue as more migrants arrive in Kent

Channel crossings continue as more migrants arrive in Kent

More than 14,900 migrants have made the crossing to the UK so far this year.

Jobs secured as work starts on next generation submarines

Jobs secured as work starts on next generation submarines

Design work on new subs has secured 350 jobs in Cumbria and Derby after a £170 million investment.

NHS trust wins bid to overturn landmark puberty-blocking drugs ruling

NHS trust wins bid to overturn landmark puberty-blocking drugs ruling

The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust has appealed a ruling which said it was ‘highly unlikely’ that children could consent to the treatment.

Mother apologises to family over son’s death in dog attack

Mother apologises to family over son’s death in dog attack

Tawney Willis had left Frankie MacRitchie, nine, alone in a caravan with her friend’s 45kg dog.

In Pictures: Classic motors and vintage glamour at Goodwood Revival

In Pictures: Classic motors and vintage glamour at Goodwood Revival

The event aims to recreate the halcyon days of Goodwood Motor Circuit as the spiritual home of British motor racing.

PM may have to choose between Truss and Raab for access to Chevening mansion

PM may have to choose between Truss and Raab for access to Chevening mansion

Access to the Kent estate is usually bestowed on the Foreign Secretary.

William hails ‘amazing’ nominees for Earthshot Prize as finalists named

William hails ‘amazing’ nominees for Earthshot Prize as finalists named

The prize has been inspired by the moon landings which led to huge technological advances.

Scotland continues to have the highest level of Covid cases in the UK

Scotland continues to have the highest level of Covid cases in the UK

Cases are unchanged in Scotland, but have dropped in England and Northern Ireland.

Flood warning for England issued ahead of torrential rain

Flood warning for England issued ahead of torrential rain

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning.

Shapps set to make travel announcement as No 10 hints at easing of rules

Shapps set to make travel announcement as No 10 hints at easing of rules

The traffic light system and testing protocols are said to be under review.

Michael Gove to review planning reforms and discuss them with Tory critics

Michael Gove to review planning reforms and discuss them with Tory critics

It comes as the new Housing Secretary faces pressure to return £100,000 of donations he recently received from a property developer.

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