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Frog species in ‘perilous state’ bred at Cotswold Wildlife Park

Frog species in ‘perilous state’ bred at Cotswold Wildlife Park

Frog species in ‘perilous state’ bred at Cotswold Wildlife Park

24 February 2024

The cinnamon frog, native to south-east Asia, is classed as a near threatened species.


Starmer will not get blank cheque if Labour win general election, says RMT boss

Starmer will not get blank cheque if Labour win general election, says RMT boss

Starmer will not get blank cheque if Labour win general election, says RMT boss

24 February 2024

Mick Lynch said voters had to ‘grow up a bit’ and recognise Sir Keir as the only realistic alternative to the current Government.


Residents voice relief on return home after Second World War bomb removed

Residents voice relief on return home after Second World War bomb removed

Residents voice relief on return home after Second World War bomb removed

24 February 2024

The Ministry of Defence confirmed the 500kg bomb found in Plymouth has been detonated at sea.


Crowds show support for Ukraine on second anniversary of Russian invasion

Crowds show support for Ukraine on second anniversary of Russian invasion

Crowds show support for Ukraine on second anniversary of Russian invasion

24 February 2024

In Scotland, political and religious leaders attended a service at Edinburgh Castle to mark the anniversary.


Anderson has Tory whip suspended after ‘refusal to apologise’ for Islamist claim

Anderson has Tory whip suspended after ‘refusal to apologise’ for Islamist claim

Anderson has Tory whip suspended after ‘refusal to apologise’ for Islamist claim

24 February 2024

Pressure had been mounting on Rishi Sunak to take action over the comments from the Ashfield MP.


Sunak’s silence over Anderson Islamists claim is ‘condoning racism’, says Khan

Sunak’s silence over Anderson Islamists claim is ‘condoning racism’, says Khan

Sunak’s silence over Anderson Islamists claim is ‘condoning racism’, says Khan

24 February 2024

The Prime Minister is under pressure to act over remarks made by the Conservative former deputy chairman.


In Pictures: Two-year anniversary of Ukraine invasion commemorated

In Pictures: Two-year anniversary of Ukraine invasion commemorated

In Pictures: Two-year anniversary of Ukraine invasion commemorated

24 February 2024

The war began on February 24 2022 when Russian forces invaded Ukraine.


Justin Welby vows church ‘must get it right’ on safeguarding

Justin Welby vows church ‘must get it right’ on safeguarding

Justin Welby vows church ‘must get it right’ on safeguarding

24 February 2024

Professor Alexis Jay gave a video message to the General Synod on Saturday.


Bird named Budge Lightyear after it was found at space centre looking for owner

Bird named Budge Lightyear after it was found at space centre looking for owner

Bird named Budge Lightyear after it was found at space centre looking for owner

24 February 2024

The brightly coloured yellow and green budgie was discovered by a visitor at the National Space Centre in Leicester.


UK pledges £4.25m in sexual and reproductive aid for women in Gaza

UK pledges £4.25m in sexual and reproductive aid for women in Gaza

UK pledges £4.25m in sexual and reproductive aid for women in Gaza

24 February 2024

Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron reiterated the Government line that an ‘immediate pause’ in the fighting is needed.


Scotland stands in ‘steadfast solidarity’, says Yousaf on Ukraine anniversary

Scotland stands in ‘steadfast solidarity’, says Yousaf on Ukraine anniversary

Scotland stands in ‘steadfast solidarity’, says Yousaf on Ukraine anniversary

24 February 2024

First Minister Humza Yousaf attended a memorial service at the Scottish National War Memorial in Edinburgh on Saturday.


Reform leader Tice says plans for fundamental NHS reforms are not privatisation

Reform leader Tice says plans for fundamental NHS reforms are not privatisation

Reform leader Tice says plans for fundamental NHS reforms are not privatisation

24 February 2024

Richard Tice told delegates at the party’s spring conference his objective was to get waiting lists down to zero.


Irish support for Ukraine ‘will not waiver’, says Martin as demonstration held

Irish support for Ukraine ‘will not waiver’, says Martin as demonstration held

Irish support for Ukraine ‘will not waiver’, says Martin as demonstration held

24 February 2024

Ireland has provided refuge to about 100,000 Ukrainians since the war.


Pensioners urged to check eligibility for £299 cost-of-living payment

Pensioners urged to check eligibility for £299 cost-of-living payment

Pensioners urged to check eligibility for £299 cost-of-living payment

24 February 2024

The Department for Work and Pensions said about 880,000 eligible UK households can secure the payment if they claim pension credit by March 5.


Sunak to hold regional Cabinet as local transport fund announced

Sunak to hold regional Cabinet as local transport fund announced

Sunak to hold regional Cabinet as local transport fund announced

24 February 2024

The Prime Minister said there is a ‘clear plan to level up our country’ by investing in projects across the North and the Midlands.


Flood warnings issued as heavy rain predicted for parts of England

Flood warnings issued as heavy rain predicted for parts of England

Flood warnings issued as heavy rain predicted for parts of England

24 February 2024

The Met Office has issued yellow rain warnings for the South West and the South East on Sunday.


Crowds gather in UK to support Ukraine on second anniversary of Russian invasion

Crowds gather in UK to support Ukraine on second anniversary of Russian invasion

Crowds gather in UK to support Ukraine on second anniversary of Russian invasion

24 February 2024

The commemorations in London began with an interfaith prayer service at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral in Mayfair.


Charles praises ‘determination and strength’ of Ukrainians on war anniversary

Charles praises ‘determination and strength’ of Ukrainians on war anniversary

Charles praises ‘determination and strength’ of Ukrainians on war anniversary

24 February 2024

The King said he was ‘greatly encouraged’ by the UK’s efforts to support Ukraine and commended their ‘true valour’.


Amy Dowden ready to celebrate after check-up shows ‘no evidence’ of cancer

Amy Dowden ready to celebrate after check-up shows ‘no evidence’ of cancer

Amy Dowden ready to celebrate after check-up shows ‘no evidence’ of cancer

24 February 2024

The Welsh Strictly Come Dancing star was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer in May last year and later underwent a mastectomy.


Rishi Sunak vows to back Ukraine until it prevails on war anniversary

Rishi Sunak vows to back Ukraine until it prevails on war anniversary

Rishi Sunak vows to back Ukraine until it prevails on war anniversary

24 February 2024

The Prime Minister said ‘tyranny will never triumph’ as President Volodymyr Zelensky’s troops defend the country against an emboldened Russia.


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