’We might not do it,’ Michelle Donelan says – after criticism that poor and minority ethnic youngsters will miss out

The Irish premier said he was ‘amused’ by speculation that the Sinn Fein victory will fuel debates on Irish unity.

Shadow health secretary Wes Streeting defended the Labour leader from what he called Tory mud-slinging.

Northern Ireland secretary suggests government ready to ‘do what we need to do’ to override protocol

The British Medical Association says it is ‘deeply worrying’ that students are facing financial hardship while completing their degree

Labour leader’s bid to build on encouraging local election results undermined by Durham Police inquiries

One mother and son had to be moved to temporary housing after they were placed in a home with a mouse problem and no heating

The Stormont Executive has been unable to fully function since the resignation of first minister Paul Givan in February

The number of people struggling has risen by 57 per cent in three months, research suggests

‘Six weeks can feel an eternity when you don’t know what’s happening,’ Baroness Finlay said of the Ukrainian visa application process.

Requesting proof of vaccination left to discretion of venues after restrictions relaxed

Requesting proof of vaccination left to discretion of venues after restrictions relaxed

Liz Truss pushing for unilateral action to tear up deal, despite warnings of trade war ahead

Healthwatch England said there are no NHS appointments for new patients in Somerset.

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace’s speech comes on the same day Vladimir Putin stages a military parade to mark the victory over Nazi Germany

Monkeypox is a viral infection that shares similarities with smallpox

The working week begins with splashes on Ukraine, Brexit and cost-of-living pressures for people across the UK.

For the past three years, volunteers have been monitoring 120 of the most persistent banned users who repeatedly ‘respawn’ profiles on the site.

The 43-year-old who was arrested was known to the alleged victim and has been taken into custody for questioning.

The number of people struggling has risen by 57 per cent in three months, research suggests

The leaflets were part of a plan to dissuade people from voting for either party, film claims

The surrender will be running from May 12, for two weeks.

Exclusive: Former civil servant Olivea Ebanks awarded compensation after bringing legal proceedings over racism three times in 20 years

The incomes of more than 700,000 people with mental health problems, learning disabilities and dementia could be put at risk, charities have warned.

FSB NI said the need for economic policy interventions could not be greater.

Student number controls could have an adverse impact on the levelling-up agenda, said Universities UK.

Keith Anderson called for ‘targeted’ support for the most vulnerable customers.

The presenting duo described reaching the milestone as an ‘absolute privilege’.

Under-18s are not eligible for the Homes For Ukraine scheme unless they are applying alongside a parent or legal guardian.

The “chilling” figures on food insecurity come at a time when the cost-of-living crisis is increasingly hitting households.

New figures from property experts at Colliers have revealed that take-up and prices for logistics space have continued to increase.

The trade is estimated to involve the trafficking and slaughter of 4.8 million donkeys annually, according to the Donkey Sanctuary charity.

One in 10 GPs said they were forced to put children or young people on anti-depressants at least once every month due to a lack of other options.

The aim is for 75% of people in England to receive either a cancer diagnosis or the all-clear within a month of being referred.

Public libraries, galleries and museums are among the venues that are due to benefit from the money, the Government has said.

Firefighters were called to the scene in Kingston Road, south-west London, last month.

Customers who are with British Gas, Octopus Energy and Shell Energy reported the increase.

Network Rail said it hopes the floral installation will lift passengers’ spirits during their journeys.

The winning recipe will mark the Queen’s 70 years on the throne.

The Schools Bill will form part of the Prime Minister’s plans in the Queen’s Speech.

The sanctions outlined by the International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan and Chancellor Rishi Sunak involve import tariffs and export bans.

The annual event featured its first full audience in two years.

The Earl and Countess of Wessex will visit Northern Ireland and the Princess Royal will visit Scotland.

The Rwandan-born Scot grew up in Fife and Edinburgh before attending the Royal Conservatoire in Glasgow.

Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for information on the crime.

Fresh fines said to have landed at No 10, as ministers ramp up ‘Beergate’ attacks on Keir Starmer

The actor has told of the honour of being cast in the BBC role.

At the start of the week, The Independent identified a series of crucial battlegrounds. Here’s what happened and what they might tell us about a future general election

Sinn Fein is the biggest party in Stormont but a powersharing executive will not be formed unless the DUP’s Brexit deal concerns are resolved.

The comedian has enjoyed a varied career spanning more than five decades.

The Bafta TV Awards ceremony is taking place at the Royal Festival on London’s Southbank.

The Foreign Secretary said she was ‘horrified’ by the incident which is feared to have left dozens dead.

Labour leader should be left to get on with ‘issues of great importance’, says Tory minister

Waterman was an accomplished singer, stage actor, television and film star.

David Canzini said to have told staff he was ‘shocked’ about way Neil Parish scandal was raised

Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab accused Sir Keir of ‘complete hypocrisy’ over the Durham beer-and-curry event being investigated by police.

He starred in Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks.

Those watching can expect to catch the hatching of a chick from an egg the parents have laid.

Irish nationalist party has hailed ‘new era’ after emerging after winning most seats in Stormont for first time

The Scottish TV presenter joked about the Prime Minister’s interview on stage.

The annual ceremony is taking place in London.

The regulator is urged to step up action as efforts to tackle abuse on campus fall ‘woefully short’

The Sinn Fein president was speaking after her party become the first nationalist or republican group to top the poll at Stormont.

Traditional Tory voters in south find government ‘embarrassing’, says Damian Green

Secretary of State Brandon Lewis is set to meet with the leaders of the Stormont parties on Monday.

The Northern Ireland Secretary suggested the prospect of a Sinn Fein first minister was ‘significant’ but said the nationalist vote did not rise.

Whittaker made history as the first female Doctor.

The U.K. and Irish governments have urged rival parties in Northern Ireland to come together to resurrect its power-sharing government after Irish nationalist party Sinn Fein scored a historic victory in local elections to become the biggest party in...

No 10 will take ‘whatever measures necessary’ to scrap border checks, says deputy PM

A pre-inquest review into the death of James Atkinson is due to open on Tuesday at Newcastle Coroners Court.

The family of Jim Fitton, 66, has renewed its appeal for UK ministers to help free him from Iraq.

The Justice Secretary said his proposed changes would make it easier to deport foreign criminals.

The DUP has said it will only return to powersharing if changes are secured to Brexit’s contentious Northern Ireland Protocol.

These are the key figures that tell the story of the 2022 Northern Ireland Assembly poll.

Minister blames housing crisis for losses, but insists it would be ‘bonkerooney’ to get rid of PM