Sweeping school reforms to be unveiled - but one mum says it's 'just what I was fearing'
Sweeping education reforms aimed at halving the disadvantage gap are to be unveiled by the government, with the plans also expected to include significant changes to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system.
Bodies found in Eryri mountain range during search for two missing men
Two bodies have been found in the Eryri mountain range (Snowdonia) during a search for two missing men, North Wales Police have said.
London Bridge terror attack officer sacked over 'offensive' Traveller messages
One of the first police officers on the scene of the 2017 London Bridge terror attack has been sacked for gross misconduct for his use of the word "pikey" in messages about Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller people.
Over 1,000 councillors sign Palestine solidarity pledge amid claims of 'political opportunism'
More than a thousand local councillors have signed a pledge of solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Charles Bronson: Britain's 'most notorious prisoner' pledges to 'expose unlawful sentence' ahead of parole hearing
The Parole Board has confirmed Charles Bronson's latest bid for release will progress to an oral hearing in the coming months, where he could be invited to make his plea for freedom.
Bishop of Lincoln arrested on suspicion of sexual assault
The Bishop of Lincoln, the Right Reverend Stephen Conway, has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault.
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Abbey Road is opening its doors for a rave: 'There's something about this place - hopefully we don't ruin it'
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End to wintry weather with temperatures up to 16C forecast this weekend
Temperatures could reach 16C (61F) this weekend, marking the end of frosty weather in recent days, which had seen warnings for ice and snow.
Medical tampon could detect early signs of ovarian cancer
A new medical tampon may be able to detect the earliest signs of ovarian cancer, scientists have said.
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