Trump says Burnham will ‘open up North Sea’ for oil drilling

Man, 26, held over death of British woman is aid worker and boxer

LIVEPrison early release scheme comes 'at expense of victims', grieving partner says despite policy changesMore serious offenders will be excluded from an early release scheme in England and Wales but those guilty of manslaughter may still be eligible.

Busy motorway forced to close after suspected human remains found

LIVEPass rates rise as students across Scotland find out their exam resultsPupils and learners across the country are receiving their exam results today.

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Rescue operation underway as boat catches fire in Channel - latest

Approval of east London datacentre labelled ‘slap in the face’ for local democracy

Five councillors resign over £50,000 public toilet saga

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Gatwick Airport expansion moves one step closer after major decision

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‘Menace’ disqualified driver with 59 points caught behind wheel

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Former neo-Nazi activist standing as Tory candidate in local elections

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