No progress on ‘Boris bridge’ across Irish Sea, minister confirms
Boris Johnson has yet to commission a study examining the viability of a bridge between Northern Ireland and Great Britain.
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Harry Dunn’s parents to meet Dominic Raab ahead of US Secretary of State visit
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab is set to hold a “vitally important meeting” with the family of teenage motorcyclist Harry Dunn ahead the US Secretary of State’s visit to the UK.
Brexit countdown: Have Dundonians been preparing ahead of exit from the EU?
It's been three and a half years since the UK voted to leave the European Union - presumably giving Britons plenty of time to prepare for every doom-laden scenario put forward throughout these tumultuous times.
More than 200 patients recalled over concern about shoulder surgeon
More than 200 private patients at a hospital linked to the Ian Paterson breast surgery scandal have been recalled over concerns a surgeon may have performed “unnecessary” operations on them.
Ex-Stormont deputy first minister Seamus Mallon dies at 83
Former Stormont deputy first minister Seamus Mallon has died aged 83.
Former speaker John Bercow ‘categorically denies’ all bullying allegations
John Bercow has “categorically” denied ever bullying anyone, criticised the peer who filed a complaint, and attacked the Government for not elevating him to the Lords after his retirement as Commons Speaker.
Boris Johnson to meet Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe’s husband on her Iran detention
Boris Johnson is to meet Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe’s husband to discuss efforts to secure the release of the British-Iranian mother imprisoned in Tehran.
Government risks undermining net zero push without public support, poll finds
People are not aware of the changes that will be needed to cut the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, polling suggests.
Jess Phillips backs Scottish Labour MP in bid to become deputy leader
Jess Phillips has endorsed Ian Murray as he bids to become Labour’s new deputy leader.
UK facing constitutional crisis over Brexit Bill, SNP Westminster leader claims
The UK is facing a constitutional crisis after each of the three devolved administrations voted against Brexit legislation, the SNP’s Westminster leader said.
Six prisoners die behind bars each week, campaigners claim
As many as six prisoners die behind bars every week, research has suggested.
Rebecca Long-Bailey calls for ‘democratic revolution’ in Labour Party
Rebecca Long-Bailey has announced her backing for a change in the way Labour selects its parliamentary candidates as she called for a “democratic revolution” within the country and party.
Cabinet to meet in the North to mark Brexit day
Boris Johnson has said next week’s meeting of the Cabinet will be held in the North of England on Friday to mark Britain’s departure from the EU.
Sturgeon to issue update on independence plans within days
Nicola Sturgeon will issue an update on her next steps for independence within days after the Prime Minister’s refusal to allow a second referendum.
Ofsted warns minority of schools ‘gaming’ the education system
A minority of schools are still gaming the system and putting their own interests above that of students, Ofsted has warned.
Sinn Fein write to Virgin Media after second debate exclusion
Broadcasters have been criticised after it was announced Leo Varadkar and Micheal Martin will go head to head in a second televised debate, in the absence of other parties.
Labour leadership hopeful Phillips insists she is not an ‘uber Remainer’
Labour leadership contender Jess Phillips has insisted she has no plans for the UK to rejoin the EU after Brexit and is not an “uber Remainer”.
Why is the Dissolution Honours List controversial?
Jeremy Corbyn’s reported nominations for the Dissolution Honours List have raised eyebrows for including ex-Commons Speaker John Bercow – a former Tory MP.
EU politicians form ‘friendship group’ to build closer UK links ahead of Brexit
A “friendship group” has been set up by Members of the European Parliament, aiming to forge closer links with the UK as it leaves the EU.
Labour in Scotland will decide indyref2 stance, leadership candidates warned
Richard Leonard has told Labour leadership contenders that the Scottish party will decide the position on independence.