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How do people get appointed to the House of Lords and can it ever change? The process explained

The UK’s House of Lords has existed in one form or another since the 11th century, making it one of the oldest political institutions in the world.

The Conversation · Jul 4, 2023

UK law is doing little to prevent British children being kidnapped from their mothers

In November 2022, Ibrahim Faraj, a seven-year-old boy from Cheshire, was reportedly taken from England to Saudi Arabia by his father.

The Conversation · Jul 4, 2023

Rishi Sunak admits drinks industry 'raised concerns' over Scotland's DRS

PRIME Minister Rishi Sunak admitted that the drinks industry “raised concerns” about the Scottish Government’s deposit return scheme (DRS)…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 4, 2023

Nigel Farage doesn’t deny report he’s not wealthy enough to keep account at exclusive bank

The former leader of UKIP accuses Coutts of being ‘very dishonest’ about his bank account

Evening Standard · Jul 4, 2023

Urgent warning for parents as case of deadly Victorian disease detected at UK school

Health chiefs are investigating the case at a UK secondary school, with local GPs aware and those who may have had contact with the affected individual identified for screening

Daily Mirror · Jul 4, 2023

Welcome to the pickleball backlash: noise pollution, broken bones and a tennis turf war

It is the fastest growing sport in the US and has become popular in the UK, too. But critics say it is loud, dangerous and encroaches on much-loved tennis courts

The Guardian - UK · Jul 4, 2023

UK's 'worst' broadband provider revealed - is your supplier on the list?

Consumer champion Which? carried out a survey to identify the broadband suppliers with the most issued during a 12 month period.

Daily Record · Jul 4, 2023

Five UK theme parks cheaper than Alton Towers that will help families save on days out

From Lightwater Valley to Legoland, here are five theme parks you can visit for less than the price of a ticket at Alton Towers this summer - helping you save on days out

Daily Mirror · Jul 4, 2023

Childhood Cancer Charity Calls On Clubs To Fly Special Flag On 18th Greens

Golf Courses around the UK are being called to show support for children battling cancer.

Golf Monthly · Jul 4, 2023

Mhairi Black’s most memorable moments as she announces stepping down as MP

SNP MP Mhairi Black has announced she will be stepping down at the next General Election - here's some of her most memorable moments...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 4, 2023