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Norfolk beach could be closed for decades over erosion dangers

Norfolk beach could be closed for decades over erosion dangers

Norfolk beach could be closed for decades over erosion dangers

26 February 2023

The beach at Hemsby was closed by the local volunteer lifeboat crew.


Quarter of UK university students who gamble at risk of harm, study finds

Quarter of UK university students who gamble at risk of harm, study finds

Quarter of UK university students who gamble at risk of harm, study finds

26 February 2023

The survey of 2,003 students across the UK revealed that 71% had gambled in the last 12 months with one in three spending £11-20 a week.


Unions warn ministers of ‘ill-considered’ approach to NHS pay talks

Unions warn ministers of ‘ill-considered’ approach to NHS pay talks

Unions warn ministers of ‘ill-considered’ approach to NHS pay talks

26 February 2023

A group of 13 unions has sent a letter to Health Secretary Steve Barclay on the issue.


‘Frustrating’ that some issues have dominated SNP leadership campaign – Yousaf

‘Frustrating’ that some issues have dominated SNP leadership campaign – Yousaf

‘Frustrating’ that some issues have dominated SNP leadership campaign – Yousaf

26 February 2023

Humza Yousaf said people wanted to hear about issues like the cost-of-living crisis.


Rough collie latest breed on brink of being declared at risk as numbers decline

Rough collie latest breed on brink of being declared at risk as numbers decline

Rough collie latest breed on brink of being declared at risk as numbers decline

26 February 2023

Lassie often comes to mind when people think of the rough collie.


Forbes is top preference for next first minister among Scots voters – poll

Forbes is top preference for next first minister among Scots voters – poll

Forbes is top preference for next first minister among Scots voters – poll

26 February 2023

A Panelbase poll put the Finance Secretary ahead of her rivals.


Dominic Raab says he will resign from Cabinet if bullying allegation upheld

Dominic Raab says he will resign from Cabinet if bullying allegation upheld

Dominic Raab says he will resign from Cabinet if bullying allegation upheld

26 February 2023

Mr Raab is being investigated by a lawyer over claims of bullying, with dozens of officials thought to be involved in eight formal complaints.


Deputy Prime Minister says UK on ‘cusp’ of Northern Ireland Protocol deal

Deputy Prime Minister says UK on ‘cusp’ of Northern Ireland Protocol deal

Deputy Prime Minister says UK on ‘cusp’ of Northern Ireland Protocol deal

26 February 2023

Dominic Raab suggested that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak could unveil new terms in a matter of days.


Body of missing hillwalker and his dog found in Glencoe

Body of missing hillwalker and his dog found in Glencoe

Body of missing hillwalker and his dog found in Glencoe

26 February 2023

The 33-year-old was last seen with his beagle called Bane in the Lost Valley area.


Majority of drivers say aggressive cyclists threaten their safety – poll

Majority of drivers say aggressive cyclists threaten their safety – poll

Majority of drivers say aggressive cyclists threaten their safety – poll

26 February 2023

A survey of 2,010 UK motorists was commissioned by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart.


At-home health tests launch in Tesco stores nationwide

At-home health tests launch in Tesco stores nationwide

At-home health tests launch in Tesco stores nationwide

26 February 2023

The supermarket giant has sealed a deal with test provider Newfoundland to stock self-diagnostic kits in stores and online.


Body of man and dog found in search for missing hillwalker in Glencoe

Body of man and dog found in search for missing hillwalker in Glencoe

Body of man and dog found in search for missing hillwalker in Glencoe

26 February 2023

The 33-year-old was last seen with his beagle called Bane in the Lost Valley area of Glencoe.


Matt Hancock sets up TV company after reality show appearances

Matt Hancock sets up TV company after reality show appearances

Matt Hancock sets up TV company after reality show appearances

26 February 2023

The West Suffolk MP announced he would stand down at the next general election after appearing on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!


Winter sports ‘nailing the lid on its own coffin’, says British athlete

Winter sports ‘nailing the lid on its own coffin’, says British athlete

Winter sports ‘nailing the lid on its own coffin’, says British athlete

26 February 2023

Skeleton racer Lizzy Yarnold said high-carbon companies like oil firms and car manufacturers should be ditched.


Half of Scots think Scottish Government doing badly on strikes, poll finds

Half of Scots think Scottish Government doing badly on strikes, poll finds

Half of Scots think Scottish Government doing badly on strikes, poll finds

26 February 2023

A survey by Ipsos found 50% thought the Scottish Government was doing badly, while 22% believe it has done a good job in recent disputes.


Plans to ‘save’ farm where Burns wrote Auld Lang Syne go on public display

Plans to ‘save’ farm where Burns wrote Auld Lang Syne go on public display

Plans to ‘save’ farm where Burns wrote Auld Lang Syne go on public display

26 February 2023

A charity trust has drawn up the proposals to transform the site Ellisland Farm in Dumfries and Galloway.


New smartphones set to go on display at Mobile World Congress trade show

New smartphones set to go on display at Mobile World Congress trade show

New smartphones set to go on display at Mobile World Congress trade show

26 February 2023

The Barcelona event sees a number of firms show off their latest handsets.


Scrapping over scraps: British wildlife clash over leftover food

Scrapping over scraps: British wildlife clash over leftover food

Scrapping over scraps: British wildlife clash over leftover food

26 February 2023

Video footage revealed more aggressive and submissive behaviour among animals than neutral interactions.


Clunky systems hindering more frequent cost-of-living support, says committee

Clunky systems hindering more frequent cost-of-living support, says committee

Clunky systems hindering more frequent cost-of-living support, says committee

26 February 2023

The Treasury Committee previously called for cost-of-living payments to people on means-tested benefits to be spread out over next winter.


Raising marriage age to 18 ‘huge leap forward’ in tackling forced unions

Raising marriage age to 18 ‘huge leap forward’ in tackling forced unions

Raising marriage age to 18 ‘huge leap forward’ in tackling forced unions

26 February 2023

New law which came into force on Monday aimed at providing better protection for vulnerable young people,


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