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One in ten teenagers have tried hard drugs by the age of 17, study finds

One in ten teenagers have tried hard drugs by the age of 17, study finds

Teenagers whose parents were highly educated are more likely to binge drink than those whose parents had lower level qualifications, it suggests.

Bushfire image wins people’s vote in Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest

Bushfire image wins people’s vote in Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest

The drone shot captured by Robert Irwin, son of conservationist Steve Irwin, won the people’s choice award in the competition.

Mike Tindall’s company on list of employers claiming furlough money

Mike Tindall’s company on list of employers claiming furlough money

It is understood the former rugby star has not been personally furloughed.

All travellers to the UK to take two Covid tests while they quarantine

All travellers to the UK to take two Covid tests while they quarantine

Officials say the move is designed to provide further protection against new variants from abroad.

What the papers say – February 9

What the papers say – February 9

Covid vaccinations and concerns about lax border controls dominate the Tuesday papers.

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’.

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