Wednesday, 16 August 2023

MP pledges to push for Crooked House law

Marco Longhi wants to see better protection for heritage buildings after crooked pub's demolition.

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Government failing disabled people, human rights watchdog warns

People with disabilities continue to face discrimination in the UK, says a report.

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No plans for bank holiday if England win World Cup

The government rules out announcing an extra day off if the Lionesses lift the trophy on Sunday.

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Andrew Malkinson: Calls for inquiry into wrongful rape conviction

Senior legal figures say an investigation is needed, after new revelations about when DNA evidence was known.

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Junior doctors in Scotland accept new pay offer

The 17.5% increase over two years comes after the medics had planned to take strike action.

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Rishi Sunak defends government cost-of-living support

The prime minister says it is difficult for people to understand the scale of energy bill help.

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Green defectors become Your Party's first Scottish councillors

Dan Hutchison, Seonad Hoy and Leodhas Massie have become the first elected Your Party representatives in Scotland. from BBC News https://i...