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Parents ‘overwhelmed’ by NHS licensing of ‘world’s most expensive’ gene therapy

Parents ‘overwhelmed’ by NHS licensing of ‘world’s most expensive’ gene therapy

Parents ‘overwhelmed’ by NHS licensing of ‘world’s most expensive’ gene therapy

14 March 2021

Rosie-Mae Walton and Wes Powell say it is too early to know whether their son Marley will be eligible for treatment by Zolgensma.


Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe faces week-long wait for verdict on new charges – MP

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe faces week-long wait for verdict on new charges – MP

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe faces week-long wait for verdict on new charges – MP

14 March 2021

The British-Iranian mother-of-one appeared in court on Sunday.


Ireland medical chief says use of AstraZeneca Covid vaccine should be suspended

Ireland medical chief says use of AstraZeneca Covid vaccine should be suspended

Ireland medical chief says use of AstraZeneca Covid vaccine should be suspended

14 March 2021

Serious blood clotting has been recorded after inoculations in Norway.


BT workers could strike nationally for first time in more than 30 years

BT workers could strike nationally for first time in more than 30 years

BT workers could strike nationally for first time in more than 30 years

14 March 2021

The Communication Workers Union warned industrial action would have a ‘massive impact’ on the network.


Birmingham 2022 unveils plan for first ever carbon-neutral Commonwealth Games

Birmingham 2022 unveils plan for first ever carbon-neutral Commonwealth Games

Birmingham 2022 unveils plan for first ever carbon-neutral Commonwealth Games

14 March 2021

The news marks 500 days until the start of the Games.


Enforcement at vigil for Sarah Everard was necessary, police say

Enforcement at vigil for Sarah Everard was necessary, police say

Enforcement at vigil for Sarah Everard was necessary, police say

14 March 2021

There has been condemnation of the policing of the vigil with Home Secretary Priti Patel seeking a full report on events.


What the papers say – March 14

What the papers say – March 14

What the papers say – March 14

14 March 2021

Events at a vigil for Sarah Everard feature on many of Sunday’s papers.


Peat restoration on grouse moors helping cut carbon emissions, managers say

Peat restoration on grouse moors helping cut carbon emissions, managers say

Peat restoration on grouse moors helping cut carbon emissions, managers say

14 March 2021

A survey of members of the Moorland Association shows thousands of acres of bare peat has been restored and hundreds of miles of drains blocked.


More breweries despite pub and bar closures, study suggests

More breweries despite pub and bar closures, study suggests

More breweries despite pub and bar closures, study suggests

14 March 2021

There are now more than 3,000 breweries across the UK, says report.


New lease of life for red phone boxes now helping save lives

New lease of life for red phone boxes now helping save lives

New lease of life for red phone boxes now helping save lives

14 March 2021

Redundant phone boxes have already been transformed into defibrillator units, mini history museums, art galleries and book exchanges.


Jobs and training helpline launched by The Big Issue

Jobs and training helpline launched by The Big Issue

Jobs and training helpline launched by The Big Issue

14 March 2021

Big Issue has joined forces with resourcing firm Momenta, which provides jobs in financial services, technology and legal sectors.


Uncertainty ‘part of abuse’ as Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe faces court hearing

Uncertainty ‘part of abuse’ as Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe faces court hearing

Uncertainty ‘part of abuse’ as Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe faces court hearing

14 March 2021

Richard Ratcliffe said his wife will report to court at 9am Iranian time.


Met under pressure to explain ‘deeply disturbing’ scenes at Sarah Everard vigil

Met under pressure to explain ‘deeply disturbing’ scenes at Sarah Everard vigil

Met under pressure to explain ‘deeply disturbing’ scenes at Sarah Everard vigil

14 March 2021

Male officers could be seen grabbing hold of several women before leading them away in handcuffs, to shouts and screams from onlookers.


Candles lit on doorsteps to remember Sarah Everard

Candles lit on doorsteps to remember Sarah Everard

Candles lit on doorsteps to remember Sarah Everard

13 March 2021

The Reclaim These Streets group asked people to make the simple gesture in the 33-year-old’s honour.


Sarah Everard vigil: Patel asks Met for explanation after ‘upsetting’ clashes

Sarah Everard vigil: Patel asks Met for explanation after ‘upsetting’ clashes

Sarah Everard vigil: Patel asks Met for explanation after ‘upsetting’ clashes

13 March 2021

The Home Secretary said she had asked for a ‘full report’ after images showed officers clashing with some of those present at the memorial in Clapham.


Met Police criticised for ‘deeply disturbing’ clashes at Sarah Everard vigil

Met Police criticised for ‘deeply disturbing’ clashes at Sarah Everard vigil

Met Police criticised for ‘deeply disturbing’ clashes at Sarah Everard vigil

13 March 2021

Officers were accused of ‘grabbing and manhandling’ women as hundreds defied warnings to attend the event in Clapham, south London.


Richard E Grant and Sheridan Smith among famous faces to honour Sarah Everard

Richard E Grant and Sheridan Smith among famous faces to honour Sarah Everard

Richard E Grant and Sheridan Smith among famous faces to honour Sarah Everard

13 March 2021

Actress Katy Brand also paid tribute to the 33-year-old.


Issue of violence against women ‘more important than Covid restrictions’

Issue of violence against women ‘more important than Covid restrictions’

Issue of violence against women ‘more important than Covid restrictions’

13 March 2021

There were tense exchanges at times at the large gathering.


Police request defied as crowd gathers to honour Sarah Everard

Police request defied as crowd gathers to honour Sarah Everard

Police request defied as crowd gathers to honour Sarah Everard

13 March 2021

The Metropolitan Police was criticised for its policing of the gathering.


In pictures: Sorrow and anger as women pay tribute to Sarah Everard

In pictures: Sorrow and anger as women pay tribute to Sarah Everard

In pictures: Sorrow and anger as women pay tribute to Sarah Everard

13 March 2021

Demonstrations took place across the UK following the discovery of Sarah Everard’s body.


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