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Israel’s action against Hamas must follow international law, warns Martin

Israel’s action against Hamas must follow international law, warns Martin

Israel’s action against Hamas must follow international law, warns Martin

15 October 2023

The Tanaiste has expressed concern about the situation in the Middle East.


More foreign offenders to be sent home amid plans to ease prison pressures

More foreign offenders to be sent home amid plans to ease prison pressures

More foreign offenders to be sent home amid plans to ease prison pressures

15 October 2023

The Justice Secretary will also announce plans to bring forward legislation that would allow prisoners to be held overseas.


‘Unlikely any vehicles will be salvageable’ at Luton Airport after car park fire

‘Unlikely any vehicles will be salvageable’ at Luton Airport after car park fire

‘Unlikely any vehicles will be salvageable’ at Luton Airport after car park fire

15 October 2023

London Luton Airport said it had responded to almost 16,500 customer queries since the fire broke out on Tuesday evening.


Tory MPs urge rightward shift from Sunak

Tory MPs urge rightward shift from Sunak

Tory MPs urge rightward shift from Sunak

15 October 2023

The PM is being urged to ‘shape the political agenda’ ahead of the general election expected next year.


Nearly half of Scots say support should be at 60% before IndyRef2 – poll

Nearly half of Scots say support should be at 60% before IndyRef2 – poll

Nearly half of Scots say support should be at 60% before IndyRef2 – poll

15 October 2023

First Minister Humza Yousaf said previously that independence must become the ‘settled will’ of the Scottish people.


Put trust in yourselves and take future in own hands, Flynn urges Scots

Put trust in yourselves and take future in own hands, Flynn urges Scots

Put trust in yourselves and take future in own hands, Flynn urges Scots

15 October 2023

The SNP Westminster leader opened the party’s conference in Aberdeen by setting out his party’s case for ‘real change’.


Yousaf’s wife calls on world to act and stop ‘unimaginable horror’ in Gaza

Yousaf’s wife calls on world to act and stop ‘unimaginable horror’ in Gaza

Yousaf’s wife calls on world to act and stop ‘unimaginable horror’ in Gaza

15 October 2023

Nadia El-Nakla’s parents are currently trapped in the region, having travelled there recently from Scotland.


Labour to u-turn on plans to abolish Lords in first term – report

Labour to u-turn on plans to abolish Lords in first term – report

Labour to u-turn on plans to abolish Lords in first term – report

15 October 2023

Major plans for social care reform will not be included in Labour’s manifesto, according to reports.


English tourist returns to Irish hospital to thank doctor who saved his life

English tourist returns to Irish hospital to thank doctor who saved his life

English tourist returns to Irish hospital to thank doctor who saved his life

15 October 2023

Mark Lang suffered three cardiac arrests and was revived each time by a team at Cork University Hospital.


SNP minister ‘finds it difficult to swallow’ claims from defection MP

SNP minister ‘finds it difficult to swallow’ claims from defection MP

SNP minister ‘finds it difficult to swallow’ claims from defection MP

15 October 2023

Lisa Cameron became a Conservative earlier this week as she claimed she had been ostracised by the SNP group at Westminster.


FM’s mother-in-law ‘said goodbyes’ in panicked call after false alarm

FM’s mother-in-law ‘said goodbyes’ in panicked call after false alarm

FM’s mother-in-law ‘said goodbyes’ in panicked call after false alarm

15 October 2023

The First Minister’s mother and father-in-law are stuck in Gaza after the Hamas attack on Israel and subsequent reprisals.


Cleverly: UK and Israel committed to international law, as Gaza offensive looms

Cleverly: UK and Israel committed to international law, as Gaza offensive looms

Cleverly: UK and Israel committed to international law, as Gaza offensive looms

15 October 2023

The Foreign Secretary urged Israel to show restraint as concerns mount about the fate of civilians in Gaza.


Cleverly praises Israeli ‘professionalism’ after seeking cover during visit

Cleverly praises Israeli ‘professionalism’ after seeking cover during visit

Cleverly praises Israeli ‘professionalism’ after seeking cover during visit

15 October 2023

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said that he had appreciated the risks of travelling to Israel, after he was forced to run for cover.


Vaping policy must be as strong as smoking plans, says Children’s Commissioner

Vaping policy must be as strong as smoking plans, says Children’s Commissioner

Vaping policy must be as strong as smoking plans, says Children’s Commissioner

15 October 2023

The Government has launched an eight-week consultation on vaping amid concerns of a rise in popularity among young people.


Charities urge Sunak not to abandon Renters Reform Bill

Charities urge Sunak not to abandon Renters Reform Bill

Charities urge Sunak not to abandon Renters Reform Bill

15 October 2023

The legislation has long been stalled in the House of Commons.


More than 600,000 drivers face ban with ‘one touch of their phone’

More than 600,000 drivers face ban with ‘one touch of their phone’

More than 600,000 drivers face ban with ‘one touch of their phone’

15 October 2023

The punishment for illegally using a mobile phone behind the wheel was toughened in 2017.


Autumn holidays up 26% after ‘washout’ summer

Autumn holidays up 26% after ‘washout’ summer

Autumn holidays up 26% after ‘washout’ summer

15 October 2023

On The Beach said bookings for holidays in October and November are up 26% compared with the same period last year.


Princess of Wales to watch England in Rugby World Cup quarter-final

Princess of Wales to watch England in Rugby World Cup quarter-final

Princess of Wales to watch England in Rugby World Cup quarter-final

15 October 2023

Prince George travelled to France with the Prince of Wales to cheer on Wales on Saturday in Marseille.


UK net migration unlikely to fall below pre-Brexit figures, say experts

UK net migration unlikely to fall below pre-Brexit figures, say experts

UK net migration unlikely to fall below pre-Brexit figures, say experts

15 October 2023

But figures are likely to fall sharply from the current record high over the coming years, according to the Migration Observatory.


Artist makes ink from clone of Newton’s apple tree that fell in storm

Artist makes ink from clone of Newton’s apple tree that fell in storm

Artist makes ink from clone of Newton’s apple tree that fell in storm

15 October 2023

The clone was planted at Cambridge University’s Botanic Garden in 1954.


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