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Threat of international chemical attacks is on the rise, warns Wallace

Threat of international chemical attacks is on the rise, warns Wallace

The internet provides a turbo boost for terrorist groups, the Defence Secretary said.

Anxious children need staggered return to school – Love Island’s Dr Alex George

Anxious children need staggered return to school – Love Island’s Dr Alex George

The A&E doctor spoke about children returning to school on the BBC’s Newscast.

Snapchat to prompt users to spring clean their friend list in new safety update

Snapchat to prompt users to spring clean their friend list in new safety update

Friend Check Up will ask users to review their friend list so they only remain connected to those that are most important.

Salmond ‘physical aggression’ claim by SNP chief operating officer disputed

Salmond ‘physical aggression’ claim by SNP chief operating officer disputed

Following a statement from Sue Ruddick, another party member responded with her version of events.

Scottish Labour could push for higher taxes under new leader

Scottish Labour could push for higher taxes under new leader

Monica Lennon and Anas Sarwar were debating policy positions on the BBC’s The Nine programme on Monday.

Thousands to be tested in Manchester after Kent coronavirus mutation detected

Thousands to be tested in Manchester after Kent coronavirus mutation detected

Some 10,000 extra tests will be rolled out in the region from Tuesday.

Government launches urgent recruitment drive to fill social care shortages

Government launches urgent recruitment drive to fill social care shortages

Boris Johnson said that it offered ‘tough but rewarding’ opportunities for those considering a career caring for others.

‘Magic and kind’ Meghan and Harry join online poetry class

‘Magic and kind’ Meghan and Harry join online poetry class

The Sussexes took part in the Get Lit – Words Ignite event in honour of Black History Month in the US.

Sinn Fein criticism of police blasted by DUP as ‘ringing hollow’

Sinn Fein criticism of police blasted by DUP as ‘ringing hollow’

Michelle O’Neill described a crisis of confidence in police following the arrest of a Troubles victim at a commemoration event.

Puppy survives after falling 40ft off bridge into frozen river

Puppy survives after falling 40ft off bridge into frozen river

Monty the lagotto romagnolo crashed through the ice covering the River Ayr in Prestwick, Scotland, while his owners looked on.

FCA bosses ‘inherited broken system’ before collapse of mini-bond firm

FCA bosses ‘inherited broken system’ before collapse of mini-bond firm

Former FCA chief and Bank of England governor, Andrew Bailey, said multiple ‘red flags’ were missed before the collapse of London Capital & Finance.

South African variant unlikely to become dominant in UK, says Van-Tam

South African variant unlikely to become dominant in UK, says Van-Tam

The deputy chief medical officer says booster jabs may be needed as vaccines are updated to counter new strains of the disease.

Alex Salmond’s evidence session cancelled

Alex Salmond’s evidence session cancelled

The former first minister had been asked to give evidence about the Scottish Government’s botched investigation of him on Tuesday.

Too early to say whether Britons can start planning summer holidays – Van-Tam

Too early to say whether Britons can start planning summer holidays – Van-Tam

Professor Jonathan Van-Tam said any easing of lockdown restrictions in England would have to take place ‘gradually’.

Campaign launched for Captain Tom statue on Trafalgar Square’s Fourth Plinth

Campaign launched for Captain Tom statue on Trafalgar Square’s Fourth Plinth

Garry McBride said ‘it would be awful if after five to 10 years all his efforts were forgotten’.

Johnson ‘very confident’ in vaccines despite South African strain fears

Johnson ‘very confident’ in vaccines despite South African strain fears

Boris Johnson said the vaccines delivered a high degree of protection against serious illness from Covid-19.

Royal aide lobbied for changes to proposed traffic rules, according to reports

Royal aide lobbied for changes to proposed traffic rules, according to reports

The Guardian has examined National Archive documents and found more than a 1,000 where the Queen’s Consent was sought.

Medic reunited with colleague who saved husband’s life 21 years ago

Medic reunited with colleague who saved husband’s life 21 years ago

Ellie Taylor only realised Dave Townsend was the medic who saved her husband’s life while on shift together.

Relatives providing help ‘must be reunited with care home residents by March’

Relatives providing help ‘must be reunited with care home residents by March’

Groups are calling for urgent action to reopen care homes for meaningful indoor visits, starting with relatives who provide essential care.

Government’s ‘poor handling of Brexit behind shellfish woes’

Government’s ‘poor handling of Brexit behind shellfish woes’

Environment Secretary George Eustice said it should be possible to export shellfish to purification centres in the EU so they can be made ready to eat

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