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Pair jailed for gangland murder

Thu, 23 May 2013 11:53:27 GMT

Two men have been jailed for life for shooting the stepson of gangland celebrity and author Dave Courtney.

Police chief defends response time

Thu, 23 May 2013 11:27:59 GMT

Scotland Yard has hit back after questions were raised about how long it took officers to reach the scene of the terrorist murder in Woolwich.

Stewardess charged after drugs find

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:50:22 GMT

An air stewardess has been charged following the seizure of around six kilos of cocaine at Heathrow Airport.

Holiday weather warms up - a bit

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:31:03 GMT

Warmer weather will make a welcome return over the bank holiday weekend.

Nissan in safety recall on Micras

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:49:31 GMT

Motor company Nissan is recalling thousands of cars in the UK due to a potential steering wheel problem.

How I confronted soldier's killers

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:30:47 GMT

A woman who risked her life to confront an armed man suspected of slaughtering a British soldier in broad daylight has described how she tried to calm him moments after the barbaric attack.

Eight held over family fire deaths

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:02:21 GMT

Eight people have been arrested by police investigating an arson attack that left eight members of the same family dead more than a decade ago.

Call for child abduction UK 'hub'

Thu, 23 May 2013 06:46:14 GMT

Experts are calling for better recording and sharing of information to help tackle child abduction in the UK.

Dog attack boy, two, has surgery

Thu, 23 May 2013 06:02:20 GMT

A two-year-old boy has undergone surgery on his face after he was savaged by a family dog.

Mandelson takes on ceremonial role

Thu, 23 May 2013 04:11:24 GMT

Lord Mandelson is to be installed in the ceremonial role of High Steward of Kingston Upon Hull.

Bridger 'cannot recall April moves'

Thu, 23 May 2013 04:11:18 GMT

The man accused of abducting and murdering schoolgirl April Jones in a sexually motivated attack has told a jury he put her body "somewhere where it has not been found".

Cross-dressing spy 'embarrassed' UK

Thu, 23 May 2013 01:39:57 GMT

Spies might be supposed to be masters of disguise, but a British intelligence officer caused embarrassment to his political masters through his penchant for dressing up, according to official papers made public on Thursday.

Tandem couple killer drive jailed

Thu, 23 May 2013 01:39:53 GMT

Relatives of a "perfect couple" killed by a disqualified driver fleeing police have called for tougher sentences for motorists who kill.

Mark Bridger denies 'web of lies'

Thu, 23 May 2013 01:39:50 GMT

The former slaughterman accused of abducting and murdering schoolgirl April Jones has denied "weaving a complex web of lies" when "fabrications" about his life history were revealed to a jury.

Boy, two, attacked by family dog

Thu, 23 May 2013 01:39:48 GMT

A two-year-old boy was badly hurt when he was attacked by the family dog, police said.

Call for compulsory sex education

Thu, 23 May 2013 01:39:47 GMT

Sex and relationships education should be compulsory in secondary schools as ministers are failing to take action to protect children and women, a damning report has claimed.

Police commissioner scrutiny urged

Thu, 23 May 2013 01:39:46 GMT

Stronger scrutiny is required of elected police commissioners to prevent "maverick decision making", a damning report by MPs has warned.

Two arrested after mosque attacks

Thu, 23 May 2013 01:39:45 GMT

Two men have been arrested after separate attacks on mosques following the terrorist incident in Woolwich.

Woman 'confronted Woolwich pair'

Thu, 23 May 2013 01:39:43 GMT

A mother confronted the Woolwich attackers, asking them to hand over their weapons and warning them: "It is only you versus many people, you are going to lose", it has been reported.

Four hurt in suspected gas blast

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:41:05 GMT

Four casualties have been taken to hospital after a suspected gas blast which destroyed a terraced house.