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Council barred from appealing High Court ruling on Essex asylum seeker hotel

Epping Forest District Council cannot appeal a High Court ruling allowing asylum seekers to remain at The Bell Hotel in Essex, after spending £566,000 on legal challenges. Judges cited public interest and statutory duties in their decision.

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PA Media Police officers standing in front of a blue sign outside The Bell Hotel.

Police Informed of New Report on Bullying and Harassment at Scottish Parliament

A new report reveals 84 unreported cases of bullying, harassment, and sexual misconduct at the Scottish Parliament since 2021. Police have been informed, and party leaders call for urgent action to ensure a safe working environment.

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Getty Images A modern concrete building - Holyrood- with irregular windows, wooden slats, a steel canopy at the entrance, bollards along the front, and several flags flying to the right.

London Mayor Considers New Charges on SUVs to Improve Road Safety

London's mayor considers new SUV charges following TfL research highlighting increased risks. The Vision Zero plan aims to eliminate road deaths by 2041 amid rising SUV numbers and safety concerns.

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Getty Images A black SUV is parked outside a brick building in London. A yellow crook lock can be seen on the wheel

Edinburgh Council's £12,000 Foreign Travel Sparks Debate

Edinburgh council's approval of over £12,000 for foreign travel, including trips to New York and Barcelona, has caused division among councillors over the benefits versus costs.

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Radio 1's Greg James Begins 630-Mile Comic Relief Cycle Challenge

Radio 1 DJ Greg James has begun a 630-mile tandem bike ride across the UK for Comic Relief, cycling through England, Wales, and Scotland over eight days, with live broadcasts and support from fellow presenters.

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BBC Radio 1 DJ Greg James is on his red bike on the starting line runway. Either side is a metal barrier lined with people waving. He is wearing all black cycling outfit and a red helmet.

UK Faces Return of Cold Weather with Snow and Frost Warnings

Arctic air is bringing cold temperatures, snow, and frost warnings across the UK, with wintry conditions expected to persist through the weekend before gradually warming next week.

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A country scene in Nairn in the highlands with fields and a country road winding away in to the distance. There is a pale sky with pinks and greys. No people or buildings are visible

Miliband Warns Against Oil Price Profiteering Amid Middle East Conflict

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband warns against oil price profiteering amid Middle East conflict, with government and watchdog ready to intervene. Fuel duty freeze under review as rising prices impact households and industry.

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Getty Images Head and shoulders of Ed Miliband in dark suit, smiling. Backdrop is a brick wall.

Former Postmistress Reflects on 21 Years Lost in Post Office Horizon Scandal

Seema Misra, wrongfully jailed in the Post Office Horizon scandal, awaits full compensation after 21 years, highlighting ongoing delays and calls for accountability.

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BBC/Adrian Harms A woman with dark hair and a multiple colour jumper siting on a green sofa inside her living room.

UK and Ireland Premiers to Discuss Cost-of-Living and Security at Summit

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin will meet in Cork to discuss cost-of-living, security, and energy cooperation, following significant Irish investment in the UK and ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral ties.

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Reuters Sir Keir Starmer, man with grey hair, glasses, dark suit claret tie. Micheal Martin, man with grey hair, blue jacket, white shirt blue tie.

Ofcom Postpones Decision on STV's Proposed News Programme Cuts

Ofcom has delayed its decision on STV's proposed cuts to its northern Scotland news service until after May's election, drawing criticism from the NUJ and political leaders. STV plans to centralize news presentation in Glasgow, reducing local content amid declining viewership and revenue.

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Getty Images An STV sign outside the HQ building in Glasgow with the Finnieston Crane and the Hydro in the background

Police Arrest 43 in Scotland County Lines Drug Gang Crackdown

Police arrested 43 individuals and seized £900,000 in drugs during a Scotland-wide crackdown on county lines gangs exploiting vulnerable people, including children. Operation Silentridge in Inverness targeted gangs from England operating locally.

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BBC Two police officers breaking into a run-down property with rubbish covering the back garden. One officer uses a battering ram and is smashing in the property door. Both are wearing protective head gear and bullet proof vests.

Demolition to Start on Fire-Damaged Union Corner Building in Glasgow

Demolition begins on Glasgow's historic Union Corner building after a devastating fire destroyed much of the structure. The council deems it highly dangerous and unsafe, with restoration uncertain. Support for affected businesses is underway.

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Network Rail The fire-ruined blackened remains of a sandstone building on the corner of a junction in Glasgow city centre. The scene is cordoned off with yellow tape and the building's rubble surrounds the building perimeter.