Politics
Nadine Dorries formally quits as MP
The former culture secretary finally handed in her resignation over the weekend, with a by-election now set to be scheduled in Mid Bedfordshire.
Households brace for winter bills surge despite price cap
According to National Energy Action 6.7 million people were living in fuel poverty as of February.
Fury as Michael Gove rips up rulebook on water pollution
"Apparently the freedom to pollute our rivers is a Brexit bonus."
Donald Trump to stand trial next year over bid to overturn election result
The former president will go on trial on March 4, district judge Tanya Chutkan has decided.
£12.50 daily charge introduced as Ulez expands to include whole of London
People who drive in the zone in a vehicle that does not meet minimum emissions standards are required to pay the daily fee or risk a £180 fine.
Tories shot-down over claims that they have ‘halved the crime rate’
With the Tories focused on crime-busting this week, the public have been warned to take their claims with a pinch of salt.
Government welfare reforms fuelling homelessness
Claimants of Universal Credit are often at greater risk of losing their home amid spiralling costs.
Germany to consider rent freeze as housing costs soar
Tenants across Europe's largest economy have struggled against a deepening cost of living crisis which has seen rents surge to record levels.
Government ‘risking’ lives of LGBT+ Afghans as violence intensifies
"The chances of survival for LGBT+ Afghans is getting slimmer with each passing day."