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Thu, 13 May 2021 03:58:02 GMT
The NHS Covid legacy - long waits and lives at risk
One in four hospitals sees long waits balloon, as NHS warned backlog will take years to tackle.

Thu, 13 May 2021 01:19:54 GMT
David Cameron to face MPs over Greensill lobbying
The former prime minister will be asked about his messages to ministers on behalf of the finance firm.

Thu, 13 May 2021 08:39:41 GMT
BT vows to give 5m more homes fast broadband
The telecoms giant says its new full-fibre investment strategy could create up to 7,000 jobs.

Wed, 12 May 2021 22:29:48 GMT
Ovarian cancer: Setback as major screening trial fails to save lives
Hugely disappointing results mean ovarian-cancer screening remains more than a decade away.

Thu, 13 May 2021 08:01:44 GMT
Premier League TV rights: Broadcasters agree to roll over existing deal
The Premier League agrees to roll over its existing television deal with broadcasters for a further three years.

Wed, 12 May 2021 23:05:13 GMT
Covid vaccines: Mixing increases reports of mild side-effects
Researchers are still analysing whether injecting two different vaccines leads to better protection.

Wed, 12 May 2021 20:29:54 GMT
Blackpool lightning strike: Family tribute to Jordan Banks
Nine-year-old Jordan Banks was "the brightest star" and "our everything", his family says.

Thu, 13 May 2021 05:13:42 GMT
Wales election: Mark Drakeford expected to reshuffle his team
Mark Drakeford is set to form his cabinet and the education post is a key one that needs filling.

Thu, 13 May 2021 08:18:05 GMT
Newly-elected MSPs being sworn in at Holyrood
The parliament will also elect a new presiding officer as Holyrood returns after last week's election.

Wed, 12 May 2021 23:17:52 GMT
Buyer demand outstrips homes on market
A slowdown in homes being put on the market in April is leading to higher prices, surveyors say.

Wed, 12 May 2021 23:44:47 GMT
Courts could punish paedophiles on intent not harm
Under the plans judges could treat offenders caught in stings the same as those who harm real children.

Thu, 13 May 2021 05:50:14 GMT
On The Beach pulls all summer holidays from sale
The online travel agent will not be selling summer holidays due to Covid uncertainty.

Wed, 12 May 2021 15:43:35 GMT
Covid jabs offer to 38 and 39-year-olds in England
Pregnant women will be directed to centres offering Pfizer and Moderna vaccines when booking.

Thu, 13 May 2021 05:10:54 GMT
Scottish islands close to completing first dose Covid jabs
Western Isles and Shetland health boards have given more than 86% of their eligible populations their first Covid jab.

Wed, 12 May 2021 15:04:14 GMT
Covid inquiry: What is it and how will it work?
An independent public inquiry has been announced, but how will it work?

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:24:25 GMT
Covid: Bolton Indian variant surge leaves hospitality nervous
Pub and cafe owners in Bolton are apprehensive about reopening amid a rise in the Indian variant.

Wed, 12 May 2021 20:11:03 GMT
Covid in Scotland: Concern over rising cases in Glasgow
The case rate in the city is now above one of the key benchmarks for the move to level two

Tue, 11 May 2021 23:16:50 GMT
Pet and shopping scams surge during pandemic
The BBC highlights ways to avoid fraud following a 44% rise in online shopping fraud during Covid.

Thu, 13 May 2021 00:27:12 GMT
Eid: 'You can be Muslim and still enjoy playing football'
For young Muslim footballers like Omar and Rahma, it's vital that faith and football go together.

Wed, 12 May 2021 15:07:51 GMT
Queen's Speech debate: Waiting lists, social care and other claims fact-checked
Politicians debated the government's plans - set out in the Queen's Speech - and made a series of claims on subjects including hospital waiting lists and social care.

Wed, 12 May 2021 23:19:48 GMT
Tommy Mallet: 'I don't read emails longer than five words'
The Only Way Is Essex star Tommy Mallet opens up about the challenges he has faced with literacy and dyslexia.

Wed, 12 May 2021 12:44:28 GMT
Adoption: 'Our sons' birth family turned them against us'
There are calls for more support for adoptees - as social media searches for birth families rise.

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:08:47 GMT
In pictures: Commons marks 80 years since WW2 bombing
Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle commemorates those who died when a Luftwaffe attack destroyed the Commons chamber.

Wed, 12 May 2021 01:18:51 GMT
Brit Awards 2021: Great show, shame about the videos
Fans say they loved seeing live music again, but weren't so keen on the pre-taped performances.

Wed, 12 May 2021 10:58:14 GMT
Brit Awards 2021: The best outfits from the red carpet and ceremony
The stars were out in force at Tuesday night's event, serving up some seriously stylish looks.

Tue, 11 May 2021 23:17:36 GMT
'I was due an £82-a-week state pension but got nothing'
A 73-year old will now receive £20,000 in pension arrears as a report suggests many thousands more miss out.

Wed, 12 May 2021 01:24:09 GMT
'Talk to me': A train driver asking men to open up
A tragedy inspired Scotland's only woman freight train driver to get men talking about mental health.

Thu, 13 May 2021 04:54:17 GMT
How viral pianist with dementia is helping others
When Paul Harvey's piano playing went viral, it inspired a donation of £1 million to charity.

Wed, 12 May 2021 23:10:51 GMT
HS2 high-speed rail project begins underground tunnel
At 170m long, "Florence" is the largest ever tunnelling machine to be used on a UK rail project.

Wed, 12 May 2021 21:15:03 GMT
Ruthie Henshall: Lack of visits 'took her down so quickly' in care home
The actress pays tribute to her mother Gloria, who died in a care home on Tuesday.

Wed, 12 May 2021 23:15:57 GMT
Falkland Islands: Veterans reunite after almost 40 years
Navy veteran David reaches out to other survivors of an event that killed 12 crew members.

Wed, 12 May 2021 23:18:29 GMT
The plasterer redecorating domestic violence survivors' homes
Naima-Ben Moussa, who offers her services for free, believes more needs to be done to support victims.

Wed, 12 May 2021 18:34:18 GMT
Gemma Arterton: Screen and stage star excited at theatres reopening
The actress will soon be back on stage in London as theatres reopen with lockdown restrictions easing.

Thu, 13 May 2021 04:11:48 GMT
Newspaper headlines: Fears of 'all-out war' and concerns over variant
Pictures of destruction in Gaza and Israel feature on the front pages of several papers.

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:55:01 GMT
Salford sex assault: Girl, 13, robbed on way to school
The teenager was walking through a park in Salford when she was attacked, police say.

Thu, 13 May 2021 08:25:10 GMT
Ballymurphy Inquest: Families anger over PM 'apology'
A Downing Street spokesman says the PM apologised but some families reject his remarks.

Thu, 13 May 2021 08:07:38 GMT
Attacks on 999 workers unacceptable, Gwent Police chief says
New figures show attacks including biting and spitting have risen 10% during lockdown.

Thu, 13 May 2021 05:27:38 GMT
St Paul's Cathedral could close without tourism cash
The world-famous cathedral has seen its finances devastated by the pandemic.



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