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Labour Party insist three-year rent freeze would not be unconstitutional
The Labour Party has said a temporary rent freeze for three years would not be unconstitutional.
Mother with baby girl in same room strangled to death, court told
A loving mother was strangled to death with her baby in the same room by her partner, who then “fabricated” a story in an attempt to fool police, a court has heard.
What steps could the UK take to deal with coronavirus cases?
Given that there is no known vaccine or treatment for the new outbreak of coronavirus, how can it be controlled and how would the UK handle any cases?
Celebrities and ministers rally against trophy hunting in call for imports ban
Environment Minister Zac Goldsmith said he wants to “unpick” the arguments of those in favour of trophy hunting during the consultation into outlawing imports.
Perfect coffee? Fewer beans, ground more coarsely, scientists say
Scientists believe they have come up with a formula for the perfect cup of coffee – it needs fewer beans which are ground more coarsely.
Camilla praises ‘brilliant’ Roald Dahl-inspired windows at children’s hospital
The Duchess of Cornwall has unveiled a “brilliant” set of stained glass windows at a children’s hospital featuring children’s author Roald Dahl’s famous characters.
Homeowners on eroded coastline demand improved sea defences
A homeowner whose house is just metres from falling into the sea said she feels “totally abandoned” by the authorities, as councillors pledged to lobby the Government for more funding.
Leaders Leo Varadkar and Micheal Martin set to go head to head in first TV debate
The leaders of the two main parties in the Irish General Election will go head to head in a television debate on Wednesday night.
MPs reverse changes made by House of Lords to key Brexit legislation
Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal has overcome another hurdle after MPs overturned amendments made by defiant peers.
Criminals stashing knives in parks amid rise in stop and search, say police
Violent criminals are stashing knives in parks and children’s play areas as stop and search is used more, a senior police officer has said.
Kate admits she would have welcomed extra support after having Prince George
The Duchess of Cambridge has admitted she would have welcomed extra support after giving birth to Prince George while she lived in rural North Wales.
Land and sea search for Briton who disappeared during storm in Ibiza
A rescue mission has been launched after a British man disappeared during a violent storm in Ibiza.
Biggest cash boost for police ‘in a decade’ announced
The Government has promised the biggest cash boost for police “in a decade” as it announced its funding plans for the coming financial year.
Direct flights from coronavirus-hit Wuhan in China to Heathrow to be monitored
All direct flights from coronavirus-hit Wuhan in China to Heathrow will be subjected to enhanced monitoring, the Government has announced.
How the Windsors earn their money
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are predicted to make millions when they quit royal life.
Lisa Nandy’s campaign for Labour leadership receives double boost
Lisa Nandy received the backing of former Labour leadership rival Jess Phillips as she made it onto the final ballot paper for the contest.
Passenger snaps Taal volcano eruption from aeroplane
An aeroplane passenger photographed the Taal volcano eruption from his seat, describing the atmosphere on board as “fairly calm”.
Corbyn accuses Johnson of dodging questions over Universal Credit
Boris Johnson was accused of dodging questions as Jeremy Corbyn urged him to scrap the Government’s flagship welfare reform.
Harry Dunn’s family seek ‘urgent’ review of road safety around US bases
The family of Harry Dunn have pleaded with the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to undertake an “urgent” review into road safety around US military bases after the teenager’s death.
Direct flights from coronavirus-hit region of China face enhanced monitoring
Enhanced monitoring will be put in place for all direct flights from the area of China at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak to the UK, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has said.
Aerial images show Severn crossing shrouded in ‘surreal’ fog
Remarkable aerial photos have been released showing a blanket of fog covering the Severn crossing.
Jess Phillips backs Lisa Nandy in Labour leadership race
Lisa Nandy’s bid to win the Labour leadership race has received a fresh boost after former contender Jess Phillips said she was now backing her to succeed Jeremy Corbyn.
Solicitor told to pay £500 to man he punched in Royal Opera House front row spat
A solicitor has been ordered to pay £500 in compensation to a fashion designer he punched during an argument over a front row seat at an opera.
In Pictures: Child’s play for Kate as duchess kicks off under-fives project
The Duchess of Cambridge has launched a landmark national survey about the early years development of children. Kate highlighted her ambitious project to ask “five big questions on the under-fives” with a tour taking in venues in Birmingham, Cardiff and Surrey.
Eight abortions carried out in Northern Ireland last year
Eight medical abortions were carried out in Northern Ireland last year.
Donald Trump to warn UK against ‘discriminatory’ tax on tech giants
Donald Trump will heap pressure on Boris Johnson to drop a tax on US tech giants, Washington indicated as the UK insisted it will implement the measure in April.
Lisa Nandy: New Labour years continued ‘Thatcherite consensus’
Elements of Margaret Thatcher’s approach to politics were allowed to continue under Tony Blair, Labour leadership contender Lisa Nandy has said.
Animal-lover Meghan visited dog shelter during return to UK
The Duchess of Sussex visited an animal shelter while she was back in the UK earlier this month, according to a post on the SussexRoyal Instagram page.
Six prisoners die behind bars each week, campaigners claim
As many as six prisoners die behind bars every week, research has suggested.
Travellers from coronavirus-hit region of China to be separated on arrival
Travellers from the area of China at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak will be separated from other passengers on arrival at Heathrow Airport as UK health chiefs step up their response.
