Politics
Aslef union train drivers to strike again over pay
Train drivers are to stage a fresh strike in the long-running dispute over pay, threatening more travel chaos for passengers.
Stark rise in levels of children living in destitution, charity survey suggests
Buttle UK said the change in the past three years ‘dramatically illustrates the progressively worsening circumstances for children in poverty’.
Digital phone system upgrade ‘to end 8am scramble’ for GP appointments
The move has been backed by £240 million from the Government.
Third group of hospital doctors in England warn of industrial action over pay
The BMA says specialist doctors will consider plans for an indicative ballot if an offer on pay is not made before September 20.
‘Growing disparity’ between A-Level students from wealthy and working-class backgrounds
The attainment gap for the top grades between the north and south of England continues to be larger than it was before the pandemic, figures show.
‘Rude’: Education Secretary faces backlash after A-level remarks
“I think the comments from the Secretary of State are incredibly rude and dismissive."
Outrage as Sunak hopes to meet Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman
The Prime Minister has been warned that he should not be ‘rolling out the red carpet’ to Mohammed bin Salman.
Motorcyclists to protest against ‘cash grab’ Ulez expansion
Riders will gather at six locations around London before descending on Surrey’s Box Hill on Sunday.
Police officer charged with rape and misconduct in public office
Police Constable James Murray was arrested on Wednesday and immediately suspended from duty.