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Evaluation of UK’s pandemic preparedness was ‘simply wrong’, expert says

Evaluation of UK’s pandemic preparedness was ‘simply wrong’, expert says

Evaluation of UK’s pandemic preparedness was ‘simply wrong’, expert says

15 June 2023

The World Health Organisation carried out a joint external evaluation of the UK’s ability to cope with public health risks prior to the pandemic.


Medic called for temporary unit at new hospital over safety fears, inquiry told

Medic called for temporary unit at new hospital over safety fears, inquiry told

Medic called for temporary unit at new hospital over safety fears, inquiry told

15 June 2023

Dermot Murphy told the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry that his suggestion was not taken seriously by Queen Elizabeth University Hospital bosses.


Who are the seven members of the Privileges Committee?

Who are the seven members of the Privileges Committee?

Who are the seven members of the Privileges Committee?

15 June 2023

Made up of seven MPs, four of the committee’s members are from the Conservative Party, while two are from Labour and one is from the SNP.


Armoured dinosaur discovered on Isle of Wight ‘for first time in 142 years’

Armoured dinosaur discovered on Isle of Wight ‘for first time in 142 years’

Armoured dinosaur discovered on Isle of Wight ‘for first time in 142 years’

15 June 2023

Vectipelta barretti is named after Natural History Museum’s Professor Paul Barrett.


Three Britons who died in fire on dive boat off Egyptian coast are named

Three Britons who died in fire on dive boat off Egyptian coast are named

Three Britons who died in fire on dive boat off Egyptian coast are named

15 June 2023

The three were among 15 qualified diving enthusiasts who were on a week’s stay on board the boat when the fire broke out.


Police officer appears in court charged with coercive behaviour

Police officer appears in court charged with coercive behaviour

Police officer appears in court charged with coercive behaviour

15 June 2023

Pc Jess Smith will next appear before Exeter Crown Court in July.


Johnson report a ‘dark day in dark chapter’ for Westminster, says Yousaf

Johnson report a ‘dark day in dark chapter’ for Westminster, says Yousaf

Johnson report a ‘dark day in dark chapter’ for Westminster, says Yousaf

15 June 2023

The Privileges Committee found Boris Johnson had committed ‘repeated contempts’ of Parliament over partygate.


Home Secretary lays wreath to three killed in deadly city rampage

Home Secretary lays wreath to three killed in deadly city rampage

Home Secretary lays wreath to three killed in deadly city rampage

15 June 2023

Suella Braverman laid flowers outside Nottingham Council House in the city’s Market Square on Thursday.


Coronation Street star stories were ‘complete violation’ of privacy, court told

Coronation Street star stories were ‘complete violation’ of privacy, court told

Coronation Street star stories were ‘complete violation’ of privacy, court told

15 June 2023

Michael Turner, known professionally as Michael Le Vell, is suing Mirror Group Newspapers over alleged unlawful information gathering.


Sunak set for two by-election tests on July 20

Sunak set for two by-election tests on July 20

Sunak set for two by-election tests on July 20

15 June 2023

The contests were triggered by the resignations of MPs Boris Johnson and his ally Nigel Adams.


Biggest dig for 30 years aims to reveal more secrets of Hadrian’s Wall

Biggest dig for 30 years aims to reveal more secrets of Hadrian’s Wall

Biggest dig for 30 years aims to reveal more secrets of Hadrian’s Wall

15 June 2023

A five-year excavation programme is taking place at the Birdoswald fort in Cumbria.


Glenda Jackson’s most memorable performances during stellar Hollywood career

Glenda Jackson’s most memorable performances during stellar Hollywood career

Glenda Jackson’s most memorable performances during stellar Hollywood career

15 June 2023

The star gave up acting for almost a quarter of a century before returning and winning a Bafta.


Burping baby leaves Kate in stitches on visit to children’s centre

Burping baby leaves Kate in stitches on visit to children’s centre

Burping baby leaves Kate in stitches on visit to children’s centre

15 June 2023

The Princess of Wales congratulated the 10-week-old she met at the Warwickshire facility, saying ‘well done you’.


Letby jurors told to set aside emotion as baby murders trial winds up

Letby jurors told to set aside emotion as baby murders trial winds up

Letby jurors told to set aside emotion as baby murders trial winds up

15 June 2023

The nurse is accused of murdering seven babies and trying to murder 10 others while working on the neonatal unit at the Countess of Chester Hospital.


Wales football matches to stay free-to-air on S4C until 2028

Wales football matches to stay free-to-air on S4C until 2028

Wales football matches to stay free-to-air on S4C until 2028

15 June 2023

The Welsh language broadcaster has struck a new deal with streaming service Viaplay to show the men’s international games for another four years.


Odey Asset Management moves to break itself up as crisis deepens

Odey Asset Management moves to break itself up as crisis deepens

Odey Asset Management moves to break itself up as crisis deepens

15 June 2023

The hedge fund said in a letter to clients that it was ‘in advanced discussions’ to transfer some of its activities and staff to other firms.


Protect personal data when introducing AI, privacy watchdog warns businesses

Protect personal data when introducing AI, privacy watchdog warns businesses

Protect personal data when introducing AI, privacy watchdog warns businesses

15 June 2023

The Information Commissioner’s Office says it will be checking whether firms have tackled privacy risks as they implement new technologies.


Rufus Norris to step down as National Theatre director in 2025

Rufus Norris to step down as National Theatre director in 2025

Rufus Norris to step down as National Theatre director in 2025

15 June 2023

The head of the performing arts venue announced his departure as the National Theatre revealed its new season.


Yousaf rejects claim of collusion between police and media in SNP finances probe

Yousaf rejects claim of collusion between police and media in SNP finances probe

Yousaf rejects claim of collusion between police and media in SNP finances probe

15 June 2023

An SNP MSP made the accusation following the arrest of Nicola Sturgeon.


Gunman looked woman ‘dead in the eyes’ before opening fire, murder trial hears

Gunman looked woman ‘dead in the eyes’ before opening fire, murder trial hears

Gunman looked woman ‘dead in the eyes’ before opening fire, murder trial hears

15 June 2023

Connor Chapman denies murdering Elle Edwards, who died after being shot outside a pub in the Wirral last Christmas Eve.


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