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Man gave ‘harrowing’ account of the moment he killed son, court hears

Man gave ‘harrowing’ account of the moment he killed son, court hears

Lukasz Czapla is on trial for murdering his son, Julius, in November 2020.

Police force’s response to domestic abuse ‘of particular concern’

Police force’s response to domestic abuse ‘of particular concern’

A watchdog published inspection reports looking at the effectiveness, efficiency and legitimacy of Kent Police.

Scientists find genetic cause for autoimmune disease lupus

Scientists find genetic cause for autoimmune disease lupus

Lupus is a long-term condition that causes joint pain and skin rashes and has no cure.

Man vanished after telling family he was going camping on Isle of Wight

Police are appealing for information that may help them find Marcin Demkowski, 41, who has not been seen for 11 months.

Retail sales slide in April as shoppers tighten belts

Retail sales slide in April as shoppers tighten belts

The closely-watched Confederation of British Industry survey revealed its headline retail sales balance plummeted to -35% in April.

BBC boss: I would rather produce less content than compromise on quality

BBC boss: I would rather produce less content than compromise on quality

The broadcaster is reconsidering its funding model as the licence fee faces an uncertain future.

War in Ukraine has intensified food supply chain problems, MSPs told

War in Ukraine has intensified food supply chain problems, MSPs told

Holyrood’s Rural Affairs, Islands and Natural Environment Committee heard about the problems facing Scotland’s farming sector.

MPs urge Government to set up body to tackle fraud

MPs urge Government to set up body to tackle fraud

Mel Stride, who chairs the Treasury Select Committee, said ministers had dismissed calls from his group to create a new agency.

MPs wear Russian sanctions as ‘badge of honour’

MPs wear Russian sanctions as ‘badge of honour’

Moscow has banned nearly 300 current and former MPs from entering Russia in retaliatory action over the UK’s response to the invasion of Ukraine.

Radar tech to spot broken down cars added to 111 more miles of smart motorway

Radar tech to spot broken down cars added to 111 more miles of smart motorway

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps told MPs the stopped vehicle detection system ‘should have been part of the plan from the outset’.

New stamps pay tribute to women’s contribution during Second World War

New stamps pay tribute to women’s contribution during Second World War

The main set of 10 stamps illustrate the huge range of work women undertook during the war years.

Sheku Bayoh’s family ‘full of rage’ as they continue search for truth – lawyer

Sheku Bayoh’s family ‘full of rage’ as they continue search for truth – lawyer

The 31-year-old died in May 2015 after being restrained by police responding to a call in Kirkcaldy, Fife.

UK ports will be required to check seafarers’ pay after P&O sackings

UK ports will be required to check seafarers’ pay after P&O sackings

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps told MPs about the new requirement to ensure workers on ferries are paid at least the UK’s minimum wage.

Policies on discharging patients into care homes during Covid ruled unlawful

Policies on discharging patients into care homes during Covid ruled unlawful

Bereaved families and care groups said the High Court ruling proves there was no protective ring around care homes at the start of the pandemic.

Trade deals not affected by India and China’s stance on Ukraine, says minister

Trade deals not affected by India and China’s stance on Ukraine, says minister

UK negotiators are in India this week to continue trade talks and are looking to resume discussions with Beijing, Anne-Marie Trevelyan said.

‘Ostrich’ Boris Johnson has head in sand over cost of living, claims Labour

‘Ostrich’ Boris Johnson has head in sand over cost of living, claims Labour

The Prime Minister repeatedly claimed Labour has ‘no plan’ and defended his Government’s economic record during PMQs.

Mum of autistic son ‘blown away’ as eateries join ‘bring your own food’ scheme

Mum of autistic son ‘blown away’ as eateries join ‘bring your own food’ scheme

A number of restaurants have agreed to the suggestion by Maire Coyle who said it will be one less thing for parents to worry about.

Briton ‘will travel to Ukraine to care for autistic teenager’ after visa issues

Briton ‘will travel to Ukraine to care for autistic teenager’ after visa issues

Julie Elliot and her husband Roger hope to welcome 16-year-old refugee Timothy Tymoshenko into their home.

Football supporter could face match ban over Nazi gesture towards Spurs fans

Football supporter could face match ban over Nazi gesture towards Spurs fans

Newcastle United fan Shay Asher admitted the racially aggravated offence of causing harassment.

Holocaust survivor, 98, ‘so touched’ to receive Hungarian national honour

Holocaust survivor, 98, ‘so touched’ to receive Hungarian national honour

Lily Ebert has been awarded the Knight’s Cross of the Hungarian Order of Merit for her work on educating people about the Holocaust.

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