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'Dismay' over Litvinenko ruling

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:45:46 GMT

The widow of poisoned spy Alexander Litvinenko has accused a coroner of abandoning his search for the truth about Russian state responsibility for her husband's death.

Unhealthy packed lunch 'is abuse'

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:17:58 GMT

Jamie Oliver has compared unhealthy packed lunches with child abuse and said the Government should do more to improve school meals.

Cocaine found in cakes at airport

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:41:39 GMT

Two people have been charged with drug trafficking offences after cocaine worth up to £1 million was found hidden inside cakes at Gatwick Airport.

McCanns 'very pleased' with review

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:41:37 GMT

Madeleine McCann's parents are said to be "very, very pleased" with Scotland Yard's review of their daughter's disappearance, as it emerged detectives have identified "more than a handful of people of interest" in the case.

Singer 'fine' after new car drama

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:13:51 GMT

Chart star George Michael has been airlifted to hospital for treatment to head injuries after a motorway accident - the latest car drama for the troubled singer.

Le Vell denies child sex charges

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:13:48 GMT

Coronation Street actor Michael Le Vell denied a series of child sex offences when he appeared in court.

Pair convicted of abusing patients

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:41:10 GMT

Two care assistants who abused severely disabled patients are guilty of "an appalling abuse of trust and a violation of what society should be able to expect from people in the care profession", prosecutors have said.

Tribute to 'beautiful' daughter

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:58:19 GMT

The father of a 20-month-old toddler who was found dead at a house has spoken of the loss of his "uniquely beautiful" daughter who meant the world to him.

Dead children name usage 'common'

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:42:12 GMT

It was "common practice" for undercover police officers within Scotland Yard to use dead children's identities, an investigation has found.

Family praises rescue bid soldiers

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:38:21 GMT

The family of a British construction worker murdered by his Islamist kidnappers just minutes after a joint UK and Nigerian rescue operation stormed their compound has praised the soldiers who tried to save him and said the Government had been right to send them.

Bridger's 'mental block' over body

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:23:52 GMT

The man accused of murdering April Jones told police he had a "mental block" about what happened to her body, a jury has heard.

Sir Bruce signs up for Strictly

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:41:04 GMT

Sir Bruce Forsyth has ended speculation by signing up for the next series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Red Arrows cleared for new displays

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:22:44 GMT

The RAF's Red Arrows air display team has been cleared by the Chief of the Air Staff to fly in displays this year, the RAF said.

TV baker Hollywood splits from wife

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:13:30 GMT

Culinary TV star Paul Hollywood has split from his wife after 15 years of marriage.

Fire services 'could save £200m'

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:13:28 GMT

Fire and rescue services in England could save up to £200 million a year if they were operated more efficiently, according to a report.

'No great demand for gay marriage'

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:40:12 GMT

Prime Minister David Cameron's plans for same-sex marriage have unnecessarily upset "vast numbers of people", Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has said.

UK man jailed for Cyprus killing

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:40:09 GMT

A UK tourist has been jailed for eight years for the manslaughter of a British soldier in Cyprus, the Ministry of Defence said.

King Richard's head goes on display

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:41:52 GMT

A facial reconstruction of King Richard III is going on display in Leicester's Guildhall on the first stop of a nationwide tour.

First chief social worker appointed

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:23:36 GMT

Education Secretary Michael Gove has announced the appointment of the first Chief Social Worker for children and families in England, as well as a new fast-track scheme designed to attract top graduates into the profession.

Boat driver 'not wearing kill cord'

Fri, 17 May 2013 03:29:36 GMT

The driver of a speedboat which killed two members of the same family as it raged out of control in a coastal beauty spot was not attached to a safety device designed to cut power in an emergency, investigators have said.