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‘Naughty Tory’ former MP Charlie Elphicke to be sentenced for sexual assaults

‘Naughty Tory’ former MP Charlie Elphicke to be sentenced for sexual assaults

The 49-year-old father of two was dumped by his wife, current Dover MP Natalie Elphicke, moments after jurors convicted him of three counts in July.

Test and trace system must be fit for purpose, Government warned

Test and trace system must be fit for purpose, Government warned

Health Secretary Matt Hancock admitted last week that there had been ‘challenges in access to tests’.

Johnson’s new Brexit Bill clears first Commons hurdle

Johnson’s new Brexit Bill clears first Commons hurdle

The Prime Minister says legislation is needed to prevent an ‘extreme and unreasonable’ interpretation of the Withdrawal Agreement by the EU.

SNP accuses Westminster of trying to ‘bypass Scottish Government’

SNP accuses Westminster of trying to ‘bypass Scottish Government’

MPs are scrutinising the UK Internal Market Bill.

Charles to be patron of Jewish youth organisation JLGB

Charles to be patron of Jewish youth organisation JLGB

The Jewish Lads’ and Girls’ Brigade was founded 125 years ago this year.

Sir Patrick Vallance ‘received telling off’ after arguing for lockdown

Sir Patrick Vallance ‘received telling off’ after arguing for lockdown

An email obtained by the BBC shows the Government’s chief scientific adviser said he ‘argued stronger than anyone for action for lockdown’.

Lockdown in Wales could be weeks away unless people change behaviour – minister

Lockdown in Wales could be weeks away unless people change behaviour – minister

The number of new coronavirus cases in Wales increased by 183 on Monday – the largest rise in daily cases since May 19.

Cafe owner puts up sign ‘banning’ masks

Cafe owner puts up sign ‘banning’ masks

Michael Schneider says masks are a ‘government muzzle’ that do not prevent the spread of Covid-19.

Johnson defends power to break international law in face of Tory revolt

Johnson defends power to break international law in face of Tory revolt

Boris Johnson said the measures were a necessary ‘insurance policy’ because of concerns about the way the European Union is acting.

Arlene Foster urges colleagues to ‘wise up and end hostile virus briefings’

Arlene Foster urges colleagues to ‘wise up and end hostile virus briefings’

Health Minister Robin Swann said he enjoyed the full support of Northern Ireland’s First Minister and Deputy First Minister.

Facebook launches climate science information centre to combat misinformation

Facebook launches climate science information centre to combat misinformation

The social media firm has also announced new targets for its business to reach net-zero emissions

Families tell of lives being ‘shattered’ by Manchester Arena bombing

Families tell of lives being ‘shattered’ by Manchester Arena bombing

Poignant memories from family and friends were heard on Monday as the commemorative hearings phase of the inquiry began.

Criminals to face up to two years in jail for assaulting emergency workers

Criminals to face up to two years in jail for assaulting emergency workers

Ministers plan to bring forward legislation to double the maximum sentence for those convicted of assaults on frontline staff.

Starmer in fresh demand for national plan to protect jobs after furlough ends

Starmer in fresh demand for national plan to protect jobs after furlough ends

The Labour leader says communities will face the ‘scarring effect of mass unemployment’ unless ministers act.

Issue with Microsoft’s Azure cloud computing service hits Covid-19 data

Issue with Microsoft’s Azure cloud computing service hits Covid-19 data

A technical issue with the platform left Public Health England unable to update the dashboard which tracks coronavirus cases in the UK.

EU must stop treating Northern Ireland as its plaything, says Arlene Foster

EU must stop treating Northern Ireland as its plaything, says Arlene Foster

Stormont’s First Minister has claimed the region is being used as a ‘bargaining chip’ in trade talks.

Parts of UK hotter than Marbella and Tenerife as temperatures push 30C

Parts of UK hotter than Marbella and Tenerife as temperatures push 30C

The mercury is expected to rise above 30C on Tuesday before cooler air moves in from Wednesday.

Johnson’s Union flag jet called to North Sea

Johnson’s Union flag jet called to North Sea

Two Typhoon fighter aircraft were also launched from RAF Leuchars in Fife earlier this morning.

NHS staff forced to stay off work due to lack of testing – leaders

NHS staff forced to stay off work due to lack of testing – leaders

Employees are having to self-isolate in the absence of a test for themselves or family members, according to NHS Providers.

Labour: Coffey ‘lacks compassion’ over help for low-paid bereaved families

Labour: Coffey ‘lacks compassion’ over help for low-paid bereaved families

People will receive a £60,000 lump sum if their NHS or social care worker relative dies after contracting coronavirus.

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