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1 day ago · The priority list for reform was announced in the House of Commons yesterday by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner. Mr Cowan said: “This is another important milestone as …

1 day ago · He was critical of how the school handled the issue and said his son was told to hide under his desk if the school bell rang five times. Mr Thompson said: “My son has come home …

Dec 30, 2024 · Sir Keir Starmer will be under pressure to prove he can deliver on Labour’s promises in 2025 as the party faces its first electoral test since its landslide general election …

Jan 2, 2025 · The peaked water levels mean both the Wharfe and Ure river systems and surrounding tributaries are at risk of flooding. Areas most at risk within the Lower River Ure …

Jan 6, 2025 · The incidents come as wintry conditions continued to disrupt travel and close schools, with yellow warnings for snow and ice in force across large parts of the UK.

Jan 6, 2025 · Sir Keir Starmer unveiled more detail about his plans for tackling NHS waiting lists, with the aim of slashing the number of people waiting longer than 18 weeks for NHS treatment …