The prime minister’s principal private secretary emailed colleagues inviting them to a socially-distanced drinks event ‘to make the most of the lovely weather’

NHS Confederation chief executive warns UK is ‘far from out of the woods’

Fresh allegations of Downing Street parties on eve of Prince Philip’s funeral met with widespread anger

Downing Street not denying second event took place on 16 April 2021: follow updates below

Late on Thursday night, gardai said that the man, who they had been questioning, was now ‘no longer a suspect’.

Boris Johnson is facing intense scrutiny over latest reports of a party in the No 10 rose garden on 20 May, 2020

Former official James Slack says event ‘should not have happened at the time that it did’

Boris Johnson’s former communications chief has apologized “unreservedly” for a lockdown-breaching party in Downing Street last year

First minister to reveal road map for returning to alert level 0

Only two people allowed to meet outside while socially distanced under Covid rules in May 2020

The second largest cinema chain saw shares lift after it said attendances moved close to 90% of pre-pandemic levels during December.

Craig Hoy also reacted to the latest allegations of Downing Street parties.

Chinese embassy in London says it has ‘no need to buy influence in any foreign parliament’

PM now odds-on to be replaced in 2022

The prime minister is under pressure over claims about a series of rule-breaking Downing Street parties that allegely took place during lockdown

Monster, created by Giles Walker, has opened in Leeds.

UK GDP rose by 0.9% in November, considerably ahead of the 0.4% predicted by analysts, taking it back above pre-pandemic levels for the first time.

James Slack said the event ‘should not have happened at the time that it did’.

New Covid variant is highly transmissible and remains serious cause for concern this winter

The company said demand for some tech was “‘strong’, such as virtual reality consoles which ‘flew off the shelves’.

The 1949 Roadmaster Convertible has an estimated value of between £100,000 and £182,000.

The North West Leicester MP said Boris Johnson’s position has become ‘untenable’.

It comes after the Queen stripped Andrew of his honorary military roles and he gave up his use of HRH style in a dramatic fallout from the lawsuit.

Her comments came after the Queen stripped her son of military titles and royal patronages

Fifth MP publicly calls for vote of no confidence in Boris Johnson as reports suggest senior official Sue Gray could censure PM following inquiry.

The nation’s papers are consumed by the news that the Duke of York has been stripped of his titles.

PM’s inner team reportedly drank and danced in Downing Street basement on eve of Prince Philip’s funeral

Peter Sutcliffe was restrained with chains in the hours before his death and was unable to directly contact his next of kin.

Exclusive: The solicitor tried to steer MPs language on sensitive infrastructure investment including nuclear power, it is alleged

Downing Street insists prime minister enjoys ‘full support’ of cabinet

Prime minister may still be reprimanded for his behaviour, reports say

China denies allegations of political interference, saying it has no need to buy influence in any foreign parliament.

Brent North MP denies any knowledge of Christine Lee’s agent status

The Scottish Government’s scheme is aimed at preventing ‘financial barriers’ that may discourage people from applying for a career in care.

The families of a number of murder victims whose cases were considered by the Police Ombudsman released a joint statement.

Abubaker Deghayes tells court Islamist extremism is ‘made-up phrase’

Duke is not first in family to be strippled of roles

RAF pilot Mathew Stannard is in the cockpit of a jumbo jet that has launched a rocket to space from out over the Pacific Ocean.

The fatal crash happened at about 7.20pm on Thursday.

There are claims parties took place while the country was in a period of public mourning and coronavirus restrictions were in force.

Late on Thursday night, gardai said that the man, who they had been questioning, was now ‘no longer a suspect’.

MI5 has accused Christine Ching Kui Lee of covertly engaging in ‘political interference activities’ in the UK

The crash happened at about 6.35pm on Thursday.

RAF pilot Matthew Stannard is in the cockpit of a jumbo jet that is to launch a rocket to space from out over the Pacific Ocean.

West Midlands Police said specialist firearms officers moved in just after 8.30pm on Thursday and detained the 41-year-old man.

Labour MP Barry Gardiner’s office received more than £500,000 in donations from alleged agent

A young child wrapped up in an orange lifejacket and wearing a beanie hat was among at least 271 people who made the trip aboard 10 small boats.

Some councils are being forced to make “extremely difficult” decisions to prioritise basic care over other visits, Adass said.

Priti Patel said stronger laws were needed to protect against foreign agents.

Duke will also cease to be called ‘His Royal Highness’

The duke is facing a civil sexual assault case in the US.

Andrew has returned his military positions to the Queen as he faces a civil sexual assault trial.

The Spider-Man star has said she hopes to make Spector proud.

The Duke of York was born as ‘His Royal Highness’ but will no longer use it in any official capacity.

The Labour MP said Christine Lee appeared to be ‘operating as a legitimate person in the UK’.

A 40-year-old man has been arrested and is being questioned by Irish police, who are appealing for information about a Falcon Storm mountain bike.

Lieutenant Stuart Hunt, who was in The 1st Royal Tank Regiment, said a ‘better man’ would have stepped down years ago.

Sources told The Independent they were advised to ‘clean up’ their phones amid Cabinet Office investigation

The Czech Republic's government has won a mandatory confidence vote in the lower house of Parliament with the coronavirus pandemic and soaring inflation presenting its immediate policy challenges

Force says it will consider any evidence of potential criminal offences from Sue Gray’s inquiry

Royal’s family members could face questioning during the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee this summer

Extinction Rebellion activist James Brown was give a 12-month sentence after being convicted of causing a public nuisance.

Prime minister reportedly telling MPs he did nothing wrong by going to No 10 drinks

One man says his dog had to be put down after Christmas Day walk in Yorkshire

Christine Lee was honoured as one of No 10’s ‘Points of Light’ for her work with the British Chinese Project.

‘Everything on the table,’ says trade secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan as she launches talks

The commute, an outdated workplace and a simply boring job were some of the reasons adults gave for leaving their jobs

Cyber flashing and paid-for scam advertising will be tackled, a minister said.

But people will have to test negative on day six to return to normal life

The Home Office said the first phase will begin soon and is intended to conclude this year.

Exclusive: Bell Ribeiro-Addy reveals scale of threats received by politicians

A French prosecutor said the person’s involvement had been ‘ruled out’ during the questioning.

The Information Commissioner’s Office said it was potentially a criminal offence to erase communications.

The football agent has been invited to be an ‘interested person’ at the inquest in Dorset of striker Emiliano Sala who died in a plane crash.

The NASUWT said the pay offer failed to address the rising cost of living.

Barry Gardiner said he kept security services fully informed, after MI5 warned MPs they are being targeted by Beijing.

The previous head, Professor Catriona Matheson, quit after being asked to speed up its final recommendations.

The First Minister said the controversy was undermining public health messaging.

Christopher Kapessa, 13, was allegedly pushed into the River Cynon near Fernhill, Rhondda Cynon Taff, by a 14-year-old boy in July 2019

SNP’s Westminster human rights spokesman Brendan O’Hara criticised the UK Government’s approach.

The First Minister said the latest data from health officials on the impact of Omicron was ‘very encouraging’.

Anxiety related to being out of mobile phone contact dubbed 'nomophobia'

The Duke of York is being sued by Virginia Giuffre, who alleges he sexually assaulted her when she was 17.

Transport minister Graeme Dey has published a road map to cut car use by a fifth by 2030.

Commons leader asked if he could name Andrew RT Davies

Independent investigators and adjudicators will handle formal complaints of bullying, harassment and discrimination about ministers.

There are 12 local authorities with take-up below 50%.

Stormont Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey said she hoped the first £200 payments would begin to arrive in February.