25 minutes ago Watch: Two major protests descend on Scottish Parliament as tractor driven to Holyrood steps

Both Unite and the NFU took to Holyrood to pressure the Scottish Government

Politics

33 minutes ago ‘I’m emotionally ruined’: MPs left bitterly divided over assisted dying bill

Unlikely alliances and concerns over vulnerable people’s rights have led to fierce debate and ethical uncertaintyWhen Kim Leadbeater came top of the ballot of private members’ bills, she did not immediately decide to attempt a generational change in the way the British state handles life and death. But, she says, it was an opportunity that rarely comes for a backbench MP.The past few months campaigning for her bill to legalise assisted dying have exhausted her. It has been a licence for everyone she meets – in parliament, in the street, everywhere in her life – to tell harrowing stories. Continue reading...

Events

2 hours ago Charli XCX Brat 2024 Tour at the O2: What time is she on and what's the setlist?

Don’t just Guess – here’s a 360 view of all your questions about the London leg of the Brat Tour answered

Politics

2 hours ago Brendan Rodgers 'data' blamed for Celtic howler as boss torn apart in astonishing live TV rant

One outspoken pundit labelled it a 'Christmas party at the asylum'...whatever that means

Politics

3 hours ago Government launches £10 to enter UK scheme impacting millions of travellers

Applications for the new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) have opened to non-Europeans travellers — it will cost £10 per person and eligible non-European visitors will need one by January 8

Economics

3 hours ago 'Pathetic' Christmas light switch on leaves residents of UK town 'bitterly disappointed'

Thousands of residents and visitors gathered in Brentwood High Street on Saturday Christmas lights switch on, but many were left 'bitterly disappointed' according to reports

Politics

3 hours ago Wicked’s green skin trigger warning may feel silly – but not as silly as those crying woke

As BBFC’s Wicked warning leaves usual suspects green with anger, is a polite notice on a website really worth frothing about? Wicked has faced more than its fair share of controversies since it was first announced; from the uproar over recasting the play’s leads, to fan-made posters going viral for the wrong reasons, to the debate over people singing along to it in cinemas and ruining it for everyone.As such, Wicked does not wish to cause any more upset, which is why it has gone out of its way to cut any new controversy off at the pass. Exhibit A: the BBFC has slapped a warning on the film, alerting viewers that it features scenes of discrimination against those with green skin. Continue reading...

Events

4 hours ago Last chance to buy gated community modern mansion on one of Wales’ most expensive roads

Exclusive meets luxury when it comes to dream homes for sale on this street, known by some as 'millionaires' row'

Politics

4 hours ago Banking update issued to 2.6million Brits as major takeover deal gets green light

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Authority have today given the green light for the Coventry Building Society's acquisition of Co-Operative Bank

Economics