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London Zoo celebrates arrival of first vulture chick, named Egbert, in 40 years

London Zoo celebrates arrival of first vulture chick, named Egbert, in 40 years

London Zoo celebrates arrival of first vulture chick, named Egbert, in 40 years

30 March 2023

The Ruppell’s griffon vulture is a critically endangered species.


UK greenhouse gas emissions dropped by 2.2% in 2022, figures show

UK greenhouse gas emissions dropped by 2.2% in 2022, figures show

UK greenhouse gas emissions dropped by 2.2% in 2022, figures show

30 March 2023

In the long term, the UK has reduced emissions within its borders by 48% since 1990, largely due to the phase out of coal for energy production.


Primark boosts pay for 26,000 shop workers

Primark boosts pay for 26,000 shop workers

Primark boosts pay for 26,000 shop workers

30 March 2023

Primark said it will also move all its retail assistants onto one rate of pay, removing lower aged-related pay bands.


Tories try to reduce MP’s suspension to avoid triggering a possible by-election

Tories try to reduce MP’s suspension to avoid triggering a possible by-election

Tories try to reduce MP’s suspension to avoid triggering a possible by-election

30 March 2023

The trio on the committee that recommended Margaret Ferrier gets a 30-day suspension will also rule on the fate of Boris Johnson.


Two men shot dead in ‘targeted’ attacks in separate villages

Two men shot dead in ‘targeted’ attacks in separate villages

Two men shot dead in ‘targeted’ attacks in separate villages

30 March 2023

Three people have been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder, Cambridgeshire Police said.


‘Deeply troubling’ bullying and harassment at fire and rescue services – report

‘Deeply troubling’ bullying and harassment at fire and rescue services – report

‘Deeply troubling’ bullying and harassment at fire and rescue services – report

30 March 2023

The report focuses on the values and culture of all 44 fire and rescue services in England.


Noah knocks Jack off top spot to be most popular baby name in Scotland

Noah knocks Jack off top spot to be most popular baby name in Scotland

Noah knocks Jack off top spot to be most popular baby name in Scotland

30 March 2023

The National Records of Scotland data also shows Olivia was the most popular name for girls born last year.


Ambulance handover delays worsen as NHS faces ‘considerable pressure’

Ambulance handover delays worsen as NHS faces ‘considerable pressure’

Ambulance handover delays worsen as NHS faces ‘considerable pressure’

30 March 2023

As many as four in 10 handovers are being delayed by at least half an hour at some of the largest hospitals.


Owner of chihuahua that met Paul O’Grady thanks him for being dog’s ‘friend’

Owner of chihuahua that met Paul O’Grady thanks him for being dog’s ‘friend’

Owner of chihuahua that met Paul O’Grady thanks him for being dog’s ‘friend’

30 March 2023

The TV and radio presenter regularly visited Battersea Dogs and Cats Home as part of show Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs.


Cost of living leading to more holidays in Britain, reveals report

Cost of living leading to more holidays in Britain, reveals report

Cost of living leading to more holidays in Britain, reveals report

30 March 2023

Many people are opting for a trip to the countryside this Easter as it is cheaper than a city or coastal break, study finds.


File of evidence passed to CPS over fatal police shooting of Chris Kaba

File of evidence passed to CPS over fatal police shooting of Chris Kaba

File of evidence passed to CPS over fatal police shooting of Chris Kaba

30 March 2023

Mr Kaba died after he was hit by a single gunshot fired by an armed officer on September 5 last year in Streatham Hill, south London.


Schools struggling to recruit teaching staff – report

Schools struggling to recruit teaching staff – report

Schools struggling to recruit teaching staff – report

30 March 2023

Vacancies in nursery, primary and secondary schools have increased to almost 40,000.


Banksy artwork Brace Yourself! smashes estimate after being sold by band

Banksy artwork Brace Yourself! smashes estimate after being sold by band

Banksy artwork Brace Yourself! smashes estimate after being sold by band

30 March 2023

The piece was acquired by Rcnstrct Studio in Hollywood.


Living wage increase to benefit around 1.7 million workers

Living wage increase to benefit around 1.7 million workers

Living wage increase to benefit around 1.7 million workers

30 March 2023

The lowest-paid workers are set to enjoy a ‘rare’ real-terms pay boost, says think tank.


Rachel Reeves says Labour does not plan to increase capital gains tax

Rachel Reeves says Labour does not plan to increase capital gains tax

Rachel Reeves says Labour does not plan to increase capital gains tax

30 March 2023

It comes after Angela Rayner said Rishi Sunak ‘pays a far lower tax rate than working people’ because most of his earnings came from capital gains.


Ferrier faces 30-day Commons suspension for Covid-19 rule breaches

Ferrier faces 30-day Commons suspension for Covid-19 rule breaches

Ferrier faces 30-day Commons suspension for Covid-19 rule breaches

30 March 2023

The length of the suspension could trigger a by-election in her seat.


Shapps insists homeowners will not be forced to rip out boilers under green plan

Shapps insists homeowners will not be forced to rip out boilers under green plan

Shapps insists homeowners will not be forced to rip out boilers under green plan

30 March 2023

Grant Shapps said the shift away from gas to alternative ways of heating homes would take place over ‘the next decade or two’.


Scotland to be ‘at the heart’ of UK energy plans, UK Government says

Scotland to be ‘at the heart’ of UK energy plans, UK Government says

Scotland to be ‘at the heart’ of UK energy plans, UK Government says

30 March 2023

Ministers said the plans could create opportunities for Scottish businesses.


Charles to become first British monarch to address Bundestag

Charles to become first British monarch to address Bundestag

Charles to become first British monarch to address Bundestag

30 March 2023

The King and Queen Consort’s state visit to Germany is the first of Charles’ reign.


Captain of Afghan refugee cricket team in UK dreams of professional career

Captain of Afghan refugee cricket team in UK dreams of professional career

Captain of Afghan refugee cricket team in UK dreams of professional career

30 March 2023

The team was set up in January and is made up of players who have come to the UK from Afghanistan.


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