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University of Dundee staff back strike action over threat to jobs

University of Dundee staff back strike action over threat to jobs

University of Dundee staff back strike action over threat to jobs

25 April 2025

The institution is grappling with a £35 million deficit.


Company insolvencies jump in March ahead of cost increases and tariffs

Company insolvencies jump in March ahead of cost increases and tariffs

Company insolvencies jump in March ahead of cost increases and tariffs

25 April 2025

The figures relate to the period directly before firms faced higher employment costs, with company national insurance contributions rising in April.


Woman unfairly dismissed from Marks and Spencer because she was pregnant

Woman unfairly dismissed from Marks and Spencer because she was pregnant

Woman unfairly dismissed from Marks and Spencer because she was pregnant

25 April 2025

Nilgun Kayahan Kolan worked at the Watford branch of the high street chain for a brief period in October 2023.


Bishop tells of tears at Vatican for Pope Francis ahead of funeral

Bishop tells of tears at Vatican for Pope Francis ahead of funeral

Bishop tells of tears at Vatican for Pope Francis ahead of funeral

25 April 2025

Bishop Paul Tighe also said there is ‘a little bit of national pride’ that an Irish-born man is the chief organiser while the post is vacant.


UK firm Nanoco sues LG over claims of TV technology patent infringement

UK firm Nanoco sues LG over claims of TV technology patent infringement

UK firm Nanoco sues LG over claims of TV technology patent infringement

25 April 2025

Runcorn-based Nanoco has filed a lawsuit in the US against the electronics giant, claiming it has wilfully infringed its intellectual property.


Convicted murderer missing from open prison traced

Convicted murderer missing from open prison traced

Convicted murderer missing from open prison traced

25 April 2025

Police said Raymond McCourt, 59, was found in Edinburgh and will now be returned to prison.


Hunterston B site declared nuclear-free as all spent fuel removed

Hunterston B site declared nuclear-free as all spent fuel removed

Hunterston B site declared nuclear-free as all spent fuel removed

25 April 2025

The plant in North Ayrshire provided power for nearly 46 years before it was shut down in 2022.


Ballot opens for 2026 ahead of London Marathon on Sunday

Ballot opens for 2026 ahead of London Marathon on Sunday

Ballot opens for 2026 ahead of London Marathon on Sunday

25 April 2025

A world-record 840,000 people entered the ballot for this year’s event, with more than 56,000 people expected to take part.


‘All options remain on the table’ for Ukraine support, minister says

‘All options remain on the table’ for Ukraine support, minister says

‘All options remain on the table’ for Ukraine support, minister says

25 April 2025

Environment Secretary Steve Reed called for a ‘strong alliance of countries’ to help guarantee any peace deal will hold.


William Hill owner says UK arm impacted by tighter gambling restrictions

William Hill owner says UK arm impacted by tighter gambling restrictions

William Hill owner says UK arm impacted by tighter gambling restrictions

25 April 2025

It came as Evoke revealed stronger revenues for the latest quarter.


All bets are off on conclave outcome, says Vatican expert

All bets are off on conclave outcome, says Vatican expert

All bets are off on conclave outcome, says Vatican expert

25 April 2025

UK theologian Professor Anna Rowlands said the timing of the star-studded Conclave film, released late last year, ‘couldn’t be more powerful’.


‘I am the organiser of the most inclusive, supportive marathon in the world’

‘I am the organiser of the most inclusive, supportive marathon in the world’

‘I am the organiser of the most inclusive, supportive marathon in the world’

25 April 2025

Phil Roberton is the organiser of the Flawed Hero Marathon, an event which champions inclusivity.


Offshore energy workers to be balloted on strikes after ‘shameful’ pay offer

Offshore energy workers to be balloted on strikes after ‘shameful’ pay offer

Offshore energy workers to be balloted on strikes after ‘shameful’ pay offer

25 April 2025

The ballot opens on April 29 and runs until June 2.


Warm weather boosts clothing and DIY retailers in surprise March sales uplift

Warm weather boosts clothing and DIY retailers in surprise March sales uplift

Warm weather boosts clothing and DIY retailers in surprise March sales uplift

25 April 2025

The Office for National Statistics said the overall quantity of sales increased by 0.4% in March.


Princess Royal remembers brave Anzacs in their own words at Gallipoli

Princess Royal remembers brave Anzacs in their own words at Gallipoli

Princess Royal remembers brave Anzacs in their own words at Gallipoli

25 April 2025

Anne attended a service at Anzac Cove on the 110th anniversary of the ill-fated assault by Australian and New Zealand troops.


Mourners file through St Peter’s Basilica overnight as lying-in-state set to end

Mourners file through St Peter’s Basilica overnight as lying-in-state set to end

Mourners file through St Peter’s Basilica overnight as lying-in-state set to end

25 April 2025

Vast crowds are expected to gather ahead of Saturday’s funeral for Pope Francis in St Peter’s Square.


Laurence Fox to appear in court over ‘compromising photo’ of Narinder Kaur

Laurence Fox to appear in court over ‘compromising photo’ of Narinder Kaur

Laurence Fox to appear in court over ‘compromising photo’ of Narinder Kaur

25 April 2025

The 46 year-old actor-turned-politician is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Friday


Running can help bridge Westminster divide, say MPs ahead of London Marathon

Running can help bridge Westminster divide, say MPs ahead of London Marathon

Running can help bridge Westminster divide, say MPs ahead of London Marathon

25 April 2025

Sixteen MPs and one peer will be taking on the challenge of the London Marathon on Sunday.


Local elections 2025: Guide to every council and mayoral contest

Local elections 2025: Guide to every council and mayoral contest

Local elections 2025: Guide to every council and mayoral contest

25 April 2025

A total of 1,641 council seats are up for grabs across 23 local authorities.


Local elections 2025: Hour-by-hour guide to results

Local elections 2025: Hour-by-hour guide to results

Local elections 2025: Hour-by-hour guide to results

25 April 2025

The final results are due to be declared around 7pm on Friday May 2.


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