UK
News from across the UK: transport, health, schools, weather and the decisions that change daily life.
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Schools and colleges told to check T Level data before census deadlines
The Department for Education says errors in T Level returns cannot be fixed once the R04 and autumn school census deadlines pass.
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Bail refused for man facing deportation over alleged drug find in Armagh
A man subject to a deportation order has been denied bail after drugs including crack cocaine, crystal meth and heroin were allegedly found in a van in Armagh and at a Portadown home.
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Wales calls on UK government to back child payment pilot
Deputy First Minister Sioned Williams urges ministers in Westminster to agree benefit rules so a new Welsh child payment can go ahead without cutting other support.
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UK money transfers: banks, apps and brokers compared
How to choose between bank wires, online platforms and mobile apps for sending money abroad, and why regulated providers matter.
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Wales launches new safeguarding programme to protect people from abuse
A national programme will coordinate safeguarding across Wales, with a ministerial board, an intelligence hub and a risk register, ahead of possible new laws.
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Third Menai crossing work restarts as M4 study announced
Wales's transport deputy minister says development work on a third Menai crossing will begin again, alongside an 18-month study of road-based options for the M4 around Newport.
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Birmingham council wins BREEAM sustainable cities award
The city council has been honoured for planning policies that push new buildings to meet tough energy efficiency and low-emissions standards.
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Birmingham council wins £15m to help small firms cut energy bills
A new three-year programme will offer grants to about 125 small and medium-sized businesses a year, aiming to lower their energy costs and carbon emissions.
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Birmingham council leaders promise action on child sexual exploitation
Cross-party statement welcomes a national inquiry into grooming gangs in Birmingham and pledges to republish historic reports and improve support for survivors.
