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Su and Steve fought for justice, but didn't live to see it
Su Gorman and Steve Dymond helped to expose an NHS scandal - but they died without seeing justice.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 23:05:19 GMT
Hepatitis C tests spike after blood scandal news
More than 12,000 people asked for tests in England after the BBC found 1,700 cases are undiagnosed.
Published : Sun, 19 May 2024 00:24:27 GMT
Cabinet minister to stand down at general election
The Northern Ireland secretary announced his intentions on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 22:19:23 GMT
Cold case detectives vow to solve historic sex crimes
Forensic science advances are helping police to secure convictions in unsolved cases spanning 50 years.
Published : Sun, 19 May 2024 00:56:35 GMT
Fujitsu sacked boss at height of Horizon scandal
Global president Rod Vawdrey then returned to Australia and made millions in a "train wreck" float.
Published : Sun, 19 May 2024 00:41:54 GMT
Huge search for two teenage boys in river
Emergency services are at scene in Ovingham after reports two teenagers had got into difficulty.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 18:44:12 GMT
'I will be paying my mortgage until I’m 68'
With more young homebuyers opting for ultra-long mortgages, we hear from people about their personal experiences.
Published : Sun, 19 May 2024 00:47:54 GMT
'Boil water' notice mostly lifted after Devon outbreak
South West Water says about 2,500 homes will have to keep boiling water due to a parasite.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 17:20:31 GMT
Unpaid carers being forced to repay £250m to DWP
One claimant unknowingly overpaid Carer's Allowance said the debts she incurred have brought 'considerable financial strain'.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 10:26:11 GMT
Troops cleared of blame over Falklands ship bombing
Secret files finally clear the Welsh Guards after 48 crew were killed in the bombing of Sir Galahad.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 06:57:06 GMT
Funeral for boy, 5, who fell from block of flats
"Beautiful and caring" Aalim Makail, who died on Thursday, was buried at a local mosque on Saturday.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 09:41:15 GMT
Thousands join pro-Palestinian march in London
Demonstrators reiterated calls for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict during the protest.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 20:07:04 GMT
M&S website and app hit by technical issue
Customers were unable to shop online for around five hours but services are now working again.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 16:43:01 GMT
We'll need universal basic income - AI 'godfather'
Geoffrey Hinton, known as the godfather of AI, said the technology could leave many without jobs.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 13:18:15 GMT
Thunderstorms reported after Met Office warning
Forecasters warned that some areas could see up to 50mm (2in) of rain and flooding on Saturday.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 20:12:31 GMT
Smoke fills street as London bus catches fire
Firefighters tackled huge flames from the blazing bus on Saturday as people looked on.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 17:11:37 GMT
'We are restoring oysters once made extinct'
Thirty thousand rare oysters are being reintroduced to the Firth of Forth having been wiped out by overfishing and pollution.
Published : Thu, 16 May 2024 19:18:28 GMT
The NHS was created by men for men, says health secretary
Maternity care has historically not been a priority in hospitals, says health secretary
Published : Fri, 17 May 2024 05:01:41 GMT
Education Secretary pressed on transgender views
Speaking to BBC Radio 4, Gillian Keegan said there was a difference between trans people who had undergone gender reassignment and those who had not.
Published : Thu, 16 May 2024 11:21:27 GMT
Watch: Maya Jama teaches King Charles about Love Island
The host of the reality TV show met the King at a Creative Industries Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.
Published : Thu, 16 May 2024 09:17:50 GMT
'We are restoring oysters once made extinct'
Thirty thousand rare oysters are being reintroduced to the Firth of Forth having been wiped out by overfishing and pollution.
Published : Thu, 16 May 2024 19:18:28 GMT
Watch: How ‘crumbling’ Parliament affects MPs' mental health
MPs talk about how working in Westminster impacts their mental health.
Published : Wed, 15 May 2024 05:07:41 GMT
'That is quite red indeed’ - reaction to King's new portrait
The BBC asked members of the public what they thought of the newly unveiled official portrait.
Published : Wed, 15 May 2024 04:01:56 GMT
The Papers: Archbishop's plea to Starmer and stalking hotline calls soar
A range of stories on Sunday's papers including Labour's plans for NHS staff to work weekends.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 22:06:39 GMT
What's the future for Aberfan chapel with tragic past?
Some of the 116 children killed in the Aberfan disaster were taken to the now derelict Capel Aberfan.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 20:56:19 GMT
Inside the museums averaging fewer than one visitor a day
What is it like for the volunteers who keep England's smallest attractions going?
Published : Sun, 19 May 2024 01:09:42 GMT
'My fake food was good enough for Barbie'
A fake food artist is "stunned" by the response since her work featured in the hit film Barbie.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 08:37:08 GMT
Why thousands of NHS patients were given infected blood
Thousands were infected with HIV and hepatitis C, in the worst treatment disaster in NHS history.
Published : Fri, 17 May 2024 15:45:13 GMT
Search for two boys missing in river
There is a large emergency service operation under way after reports of two teenagers getting into difficulties.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 18:44:12 GMT
Heaton-Harris not standing for re-election
The Northern Ireland secretary announced his intentions on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 22:19:23 GMT
Police close roads as Celtic fans gather in Glasgow
Police say a 'proportionate' plan is in place after disruption caused by celebrating fans last year.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 17:39:18 GMT
Inmate not checked before cell death, says sister
Justin Lewis, who had a history of mental illness, was found dead in his cell at HMP Parc in March.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 20:54:45 GMT
Bus bursts into flames on busy street
Video footage shows firefighters battling huge flames and thick smoke in the middle of a busy street.
Published : Sat, 18 May 2024 14:17:59 GMT
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