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Three dead after passenger train derails near Stonehaven
The driver is among those who were killed in the incident in Aberdeenshire.
Recession is unprecedented, says Chancellor Rishi Sunak
Rishi Sunak says it is a "difficult and uncertain time" as the UK suffers its biggest slump on record.
Williamson apologises for school and exam disruption
England's Education Secretary Gavin Williamson tells children he is 'incredibly sorry' they have suffered.
Coronavirus: England death count review reduces UK toll by 5,000
Deaths recorded in England had included people who tested positive months before they died.
London sees hottest stretch since 1960s
Temperatures pass 34C in the capital for sixth day in a row as storms are forecast across the UK.
Coronavirus: England's contact-tracing app gets green light for trial
Public tests are set to start on Thursday, but concerns remain about how accurately distance is measured.
Dawn Butler: Met condemn 'trial by social media' over car stop
Dawn Butler was pulled over by police while travelling through Hackney and filmed the encounter.
Aaron Brady guilty of murdering Det Garda Adrian Donohoe
Det Garda Adrian Donohoe was shot dead in 2013 during a robbery in Lordship, County Louth.
Freeview viewers complain of fewer channels after retune
People complain of a loss of channels following works to transmitters in parts of the UK.
Man shot by police in Runcorn 'seriously injured'
The man was taken to hospital after an "isolated incident" in a residential area of Runcorn.
Lindsay Birbeck: Teenager guilty of murdering teaching assistant
The 17-year-old boy killed Lindsay Birbeck before moving her body in a bin and burying her.
Middlemarch and other works by women reissued under their real names
By George? Not anymore thanks to the 25 titles in the newly released Reclaim Her Name library.
South west England full to capacity, say police
Devon and Cornwall tourists are told show "greater respect" after record demand for 999 services.
Coronavirus: Aberdeen local lockdown to remain in place
The first minister says the number of new cases in the city continues to be far higher than other parts of the country.
Coronavirus: Greater Manchester Police chief issues A-level party warning
Assistant Chief Constable Nick Bailey says police "do not want to spoil a joyous occasion".
Coronavirus spread fear of Sheffield carer who went untested
Alison Taylor fears she may have been unwittingly responsible for spreading Covid-19 to care homes.
Airline refunds: 'We're still waiting after five months'
David Hanson's dream holiday was cancelled, but like many Brits he's been waiting months for a refund.
Coronavirus: 'Horrifying' death rate of dementia patients
They account for more than one in five Covid-19 deaths, prompting action calls in case of a second wave.
Unemployment rate: How many people are out of work?
The number of people claiming benefits has surged, but the unemployment rate has barely moved. Why?
Coronavirus: Bradford footballer Adam Nowakowski on £1 a week
Adam Nowakowski gives something back after coronavirus forced the National League to be abandoned.
Unemployment in the pandemic: 'It's hard to stay positive'
The government's furlough scheme has stopped unemployment surging, but that may be changing.
Coronavirus: Is it safe for Scotland's schools to reopen?
Scottish pupils are returning to the classroom this week - but how safe will they and their teachers be?
Coronavirus: Has Covid-19 made more people want to be their own boss?
More people have inquired about going self-employed since the pandemic, a business federation says.
Coronavirus: How ghost cruise ships became a summer tourist attraction
On the south coast, people have started going on sightseeing cruises of, well, cruise ships.
An armed robbery that ended in a police officer's death
A robbery at a credit union resulted in the death of a Garda officer and led to a trial with witnesses testifying from New York.
Coronavirus: Exam results day rituals put on hold
The struggle to balance social distancing with the emotional need to celebrate and commiserate.
'Loyalty is really important to us' - Biffy Clyro on the fall-out behind their new album
"Loyalty is really important to us," say the band, after being let down by their "inner circle".
'This is a crucial moment for young black people'
Tracey Gore takes on her new role as chairwoman of the Race Equality Taskforce in Liverpool.
Coronavirus: Brass band survival fears as lockdown eased
There is concern bands could die out if they cannot play together and young players do not join.
Facial recognition: What led Ed Bridges to take on South Wales Police?
Ed Bridges took action after seeing a facial recognition police van while he was on a protest.
Father of Stephen Lawrence reacts to 'inactive' investigation
Neville Lawrence says he'll never give up fighting for 'full justice' for his murdered son Stephen.
Coronavirus: What is a recession?
The coronavirus pandemic has thrown many countries into recession - but what exactly is it and how could it affect you?
Coronavirus: Dealing with excessive facial hair during lockdown
People who go to beauticians for medically related treatments have had to treat themselves in lockdown, and it's affecting every part of their life.
Prime minister reacts to train derailment
Boris Johnson said it's important everyone works to ensure "nothing like this happens again".
Gay conversion therapy: ‘It made me feel broken’
Organisations promoting the idea that sexuality can be changed argue their practices are ethical but Boris Johnson wants to ban the practice.
Police officer run over by thieves backs 'Andrew's Law'
PC Gaz Phillips who nearly died just days before PC Andrew Harper is supporting his widow's campaign for tougher sentences.
Alton Towers closes after electrical storm disrupts water supply
The Staffordshire theme park said overnight thunder storms affected its control system.
Coronavirus: Face coverings 'encouraged' but not for 'routine use' in schools
Draft guidance says face masks will be "strongly encouraged" but not recommended for "routine use".
A-levels in Wales: Minister makes pledge on this year's grades
Education minister says grades will be no lower than those pupils achieved at AS-level last year.
Newcastle 90mph police chase driver gets suspended sentence
Kesa Malik led officers on a pursuit across Newcastle in which he tried a U-turn on the Tyne Bridge.

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