Free ports not permitted for tax-free storage of luxury goods, MPs told
Free port bids must prove they will help regenerate the local area and cannot be used to afford tax breaks to those wanting to import luxury goods, ministers have said.
Hungary begins rollout of Chinese vaccine
Doctors in Hungary have begun administering a Covid-19 vaccine developed in China, making the country the first EU nation to use a Chinese jab.
Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in England
Here is Wednesday’s update of Covid-19 case rates for every local authority area in England.
Man in court charged with murder after Falkirk death
A man has appeared in court charged with murder following a death at a property in Falkirk.
Tiger Woods at beginning of long road to recovery, says leading surgeon
Tiger Woods is at the “beginning of a long road” to recovery after a car crash which left the 15-time major winner with serious injuries to his right leg, according to leading sport surgeon Professor Bill Ribbans.
Inquest told how brothers were engulfed by tide on ‘very safe beach’
Two brothers on a family day out at the beach drowned after a rapid incoming tide engulfed them, an inquest has heard.
More than 150,000 NHS staff to get ‘interim’ 1% pay rise
More than 150,000 NHS staff are being awarded an interim 1% pay rise, with Health Secretary Jeane Freeman saying it comes amid the “sustained pressure” they have been under during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Marcus Rashford: I really appreciate my gold Blue Peter badge
Marcus Rashford has been awarded a Blue Peter badge – saying he “appreciates it greatly”.
Sir Paul McCartney publishing lyrics including earliest boyhood compositions
Sir Paul McCartney is publishing his lyrics, beginning with his “earliest boyhood compositions”.
Volvo and Geely Auto to remain independent but announce stronger collaboration
Volvo and Geely Auto have announced an expansion on their tech-sharing partnership, but have put to bed any plans for a full merger.
Why is he putting himself through it? – Matthew Selt warns friend Stephen Hendry
Stephen Hendry’s comeback opponent Matthew Selt has warned the record seven-time world champion he risks tarnishing his reputation as he prepares for his first professional match in nine years at the Gibraltar Open.
Campaign launched against attacks and abuse of shopworkers
A campaign to raise awareness and stop abuse of shop staff has been launched after parliament backed laws strengthening protection for retail workers.
England slump to 112 all out as India take control of third Test
England endured a miserable first day in the day/night third Test against India, crumbling to 112 all out before watching the hosts reach 99 for three in response.
Drink-driving charge against Bruce Springsteen dropped
Prosecutors have dropped drunken driving and reckless driving charges against Bruce Springsteen stemming from an incident in November, admitting that the rocker’s blood-alcohol level was so low that it did not warrant the charges.
Tories accused of electioneering in prisoner voting debate
The Scottish Tories have been accused of a “naked political gesture” during a debate on prisoner voting.
Reform UK supporters most vaccine hesitant among voters – study
Supporters of Nigel Farage’s new Reform UK party are the most hesitant among voters about taking up a coronavirus vaccine, according to a new study.
St Johnstone’s Callum Booth gearing up for his ‘biggest game’
Callum Booth is looking forward to the biggest game of his life as St Johnstone prepare for the Betfred Cup final against Livingston on Sunday.
Covid rule-breakers return to Rangers’ squad after Steven Gerrard dressing down
Steven Gerrard says Rangers’ Covid rule-breakers have been left in “no uncertain terms” about what is expected of them after they were allowed to rejoin his squad.
Health Minister says Northern Ireland should not ease restrictions too quickly
Stormont’s Health Minister has warned not to “jump the gun” and abandon lockdown in Northern Ireland too soon.
Brendan Rodgers backs interim boss John Kennedy to stabilise Celtic
Former Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers believes John Kennedy has all the attributes to “stabilise” the Parkhead club following Neil Lennon’s departure.
Liverpool handed fitness boost as Diogo Jota returns to training
Liverpool received a much-needed boost with the return to full training of Diogo Jota for the first time since December.
‘Victory’ – campaigners with learning disabilities celebrate vaccine news
One campaigner said he “feels like I’ve banged in about 10 or 20 goals” after the Government announced the prioritisation of all adults on the learning disability register for a coronavirus vaccine.
Ribena ditches plastic straws on cartons for paper alternative
Ribena is ending its use of plastic straws after a successful trial of paper alternatives on its drinks cartons, it has said.
Tiger Woods at beginning of long road to recovery – leading surgeon Bill Ribbans
Tiger Woods is at the “beginning of a long road” to recovery after a car crash which left the 15-time major winner with serious injuries to his right leg, according to leading sport surgeon Professor Bill Ribbans.
Javier Mascherano: Barcelona star Lionel Messi hasn’t changed since summer saga
Javier Mascherano insists he has seen no difference in former Barcelona team-mate Lionel Messi after his attempts to walk away from the club last summer were thwarted.
Parliament to gift ornate lamps costing £175,000 for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
Two ornate lamps estimated to cost £175,000 have been commissioned as a gift from Parliament to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Strictly’s Karen Hauer details jealousy and painful split from Kevin Clifton
Strictly Come Dancing star Karen Hauer has described the pain of her split from Kevin Clifton, saying she became jealous he was not paying her enough attention.
Manchester United still without quartet for Europa League tie
Edinson Cavani, Donny Van De Beek, Scott McTominay and Paul Pogba remain absent as Manchester United host Real Sociedad in the Europa League round of 32 second leg.
Time to put brakes on reckless drivers renting supercars, says MP
It is time to put the brakes on individuals renting supercars and driving recklessly on public highways, an MP has said.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw made goodwill ambassador for UN refugee agency
Gugu Mbatha-Raw has been appointed as a goodwill ambassador for the UN’s refugee agency.