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Two men arrested on suspicion of attempting to murder NHS worker in hit-and-run

Two men arrested on suspicion of attempting to murder NHS worker in hit-and-run

The victim, who wants to be referred to only as K or Kdogg, had just finished a shift at Southmead Hospital when he was attacked.

Duke of Cambridge calls on football clubs to help tackle mental health stigmas

Duke of Cambridge calls on football clubs to help tackle mental health stigmas

Before kick-off, William spoke to some of his guests and heard about their experiences of coping with mental health challenges.

Protesters blocking roads bring Brixton to a halt

Protesters blocking roads bring Brixton to a halt

The Metropolitan Police imposed a number of restrictions on demonstrations ahead of the event.

More than £30,000 raised to support NHS worker injured in hit-and-run

More than £30,000 raised to support NHS worker injured in hit-and-run

The 21-year-old was walking to a bus stop after finishing his shift at Southmead Hospital when the incident happened.

William speaks of mental health in football and his nerves over Villa’s draw

William speaks of mental health in football and his nerves over Villa’s draw

He spoke about the issue ahead of the FA Cup final between Chelsea and Arsenal.

Public back Spain quarantine rules, but Tory lead slumps in new poll

Public back Spain quarantine rules, but Tory lead slumps in new poll

Two-thirds of people agree with the sudden decision to reimpose a 14-day self-isolation condition on Spain arrivals, according to a poll.

Hundreds of cars destroyed in overnight blaze at scrapyard

Hundreds of cars destroyed in overnight blaze at scrapyard

About 40 firefighters from across Yorkshire were sent to the scene near Doncaster in South Yorkshire.

In Pictures: Making a splash on sunny Saturday

In Pictures: Making a splash on sunny Saturday

While temperatures have been cooler than Friday’s record for the year, the beach is still the place to be.

Body found in search for boy, 15, who went missing in lake near shopping centre

Body found in search for boy, 15, who went missing in lake near shopping centre

Officers were called out on Friday night after reports a teenager had gone missing at Lakeside Shopping Centre in Thurrock, Essex.

Southbank Centre redundancy plans ‘absolute madness’, says Redgrave

Southbank Centre redundancy plans ‘absolute madness’, says Redgrave

The actress joined protesters outside the arts venue in London, where 365 jobs are at risk, are on Saturday afternoon.

Toy bears brought in to enforce social distancing at Balham restaurant

Toy bears brought in to enforce social distancing at Balham restaurant

Tagine has 12 new members of staff since reopening in July.

‘Captain Tobias’ completes marathon fundraiser with help from Olympic champion

‘Captain Tobias’ completes marathon fundraiser with help from Olympic champion

Tobias Weller has raised more than £137,000 after walking hundreds of metres a day.

Statue of Crimean War heroine Mary Seacole fetches £101k at auction

Statue of Crimean War heroine Mary Seacole fetches £101k at auction

The auction house, which estimated that the bust could sell for £20,000, said they were shocked by the final price.

Edinburgh Castle reopens after longest closure since Second World War

Edinburgh Castle reopens after longest closure since Second World War

Historic Environment Scotland is reopening some of the country’s most iconic landmarks.

Fears over ‘unmanageable’ beaches amid high numbers of visitors

Fears over ‘unmanageable’ beaches amid high numbers of visitors

The Coastguard had its busiest day for more than four years on Friday.

Ruth Davidson says she is ‘proud and excited’ to call Douglas Ross her boss

Ruth Davidson says she is ‘proud and excited’ to call Douglas Ross her boss

Moray MP Mr Ross has received enough nominations from party members to formally begin his campaign for the Scottish Conservative leadership.

Experts warn of choice between schools and pubs as coronavirus infections grow

Experts warn of choice between schools and pubs as coronavirus infections grow

Chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty has said the country is ‘near the limit’ for opening up society.

Coldstream guardsmen in police probe after ‘fight with royal footmen’

Coldstream guardsmen in police probe after ‘fight with royal footmen’

The Ministry of Defence confirmed that three guards were being questioned by the Metropolitan Police.

Lord Speaker tells Johnson to cease ‘mass appointments’ to House of Lords

Lord Speaker tells Johnson to cease ‘mass appointments’ to House of Lords

Boris Johnson has been accused of cronyism after nominating 36 people to join the upper chamber.

Disappearing cat and ‘Russell Crow’ – how cathedral animals spread lockdown joy

Disappearing cat and ‘Russell Crow’ – how cathedral animals spread lockdown joy

Disruptions to Canterbury Cathedral’s online services include a furry feline disappearing beneath the Dean’s robes and a rooster with perfect timing.

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