NHS to expand use of private sector to tackle waits

Ministers in England want to unlock spare capacity, but Labour accuse them of dither and delay.

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Ulez scrappage scheme extended to all Londoners

The move comes after the Labour Party's by-election loss in Uxbridge last month.

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Chess to get funding boost to foster young talent

England's chess body expects the government to back the national team financially for the first time.

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Post-Brexit import checks on food delayed again

Concerns over impact on prices has led to another delay on checks for food coming in from the EU.

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Greenpeace protesters climb roof of Rishi Sunak's North Yorkshire home

The protest is against the decision to grant new North Sea oil and gas licences, Greenpeace says.

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Bibby Stockholm: Asylum seekers will be on barge in coming weeks - Oliver Dowden

Oliver Dowden tells the BBC he is "confident" remaining issues with the Bibby Stockholm will be resolved.

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Bristol Labour Party members are racists, says paper editor

The editor of a black newspaper speaks out after Bristol mayor Marvin Rees lost an MP selection vote.

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Help renters benefit from energy-saving grants, campaigners say

Tenants have less incentive to apply for help as they could be evicted at any time, campaigners say.

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UK interest rates expected to rise for 14th time in a row

The Bank of England is widely expected to raise rates as it battles to slow soaring prices.

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