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IrelandScotlandWalesLIVEFormer Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott dies aged 86His family say he died peacefully on Wednesday and was "surrounded" by love after receiving care for Alzheimer’s.Captain Tom's family repeatedly made money from charity, inquiry findsThe fundraiser's family damaged public trust by not donating any money from his books, a report finds.5 hrs agoBeds, Herts & BucksPrimary school pupil suspensions in England double in a decadeMum Jo says Jacob is very caring but sensory issues led to him being excluded for disruptive behaviour.6 hrs ago£500m defence cuts as ships, drones and helicopters scrappedCritics said the move would leave UK defence weaker, at a time of growing international tensions and after over a decade of funding pressures on the armed forces. 14 hrs agoUKBaby's remains found in field near motorway bridgeDetectives are trying to establish the baby's identity as well as when and how he or she died.11 hrs agoManchesterCaptain Tom's family repeatedly made money from charity, inquiry findsThe fundraiser's family damaged public trust by not donating any money from his books, a report finds.5 hrs agoBeds, Herts & BucksUkraine fires UK-supplied Storm Shadow missiles at Russia for first timeThe BBC understands the long-range missiles have been fired into Russian territory by Ukraine.10 hrs agoEuropeLongest-serving MPs unite to oppose assisted dyingLabour's Diane Abbott and Conservative Sir Edward Leigh say they fear the bill will put the vulnerable at risk. 8 hrs agoPoliticsPrimary school pupil suspensions in England double in a decadeMum Jo says Jacob is very caring but sensory issues led to him being excluded for disruptive behaviour.6 hrs agoOne Direction stars mourn Liam Payne at funeralThe band's members including Harry Styles join family and friends to remember the late star.16 hrs agoCultureOfwat rules out customers paying £195,000 Thames Water boss bonusThe regulator uses new powers to prevent bonuses being funded from customer bills.12 hrs agoBusinessMore tenants could be excluded from Right to BuyThe government wants to address the loss of social housing, but critics say more action is needed.14 hrs agoBusinessDaughter of Windrush man loses bid to remain in UKJeanell Hippolyte's siblings have leave to remain in the UK - but she has been denied the right.10 hrs agoLondonFaisal Islam: The cost-of-living crisis isn't overInflation is easing, but many people are still struggling to afford the basics.17 hrs agoBusinessWatch/ListenFormer deputy PM Lord Prescott dies aged 86The former deputy leader of the Labour Party, who later sat in the Lords, leaves a wife and two sons.13 mins agoHull & East YorkshireThe farming inheritance tax row explainedBBC Verify examines the different claims about how many farms will be affected by the inheritance tax changes for agricultural assets. 2 days agoClarkson clashes with BBC over inheritance tax commentJeremy Clarkson has had a heated exchange with Victoria Derbyshire about his own remarks that he bought a farm to avoid inheritance tax.2 days agoWatch: Young farmers on why they're protestingFarmers on why they're protesting about inheritance tax2 days agoPoliticsFeatures & analysisThe Papers: 'Farewell Liam' and 'UK defies Putin'Thursday's papers are led by Liam Payne's funeral and Ukraine firing UK-supplied missiles into Russia.1 hr agoThe PapersChappell Roan and Ezra Collective on BBC Sound of 2025 listThe list has a track record of picking music's next big things, from Adele to The Last Dinner Party.6 hrs agoCultureWhat are the Storm Shadow missiles Ukraine has fired into Russia?Ukraine has used UK-supplied Storm Shadow missiles against targets inside Russia for the first time. 13 hrs agoWorldBBC's Glenn Campbell: I want to show what it’s like living with a brain tumourBBC Scotland's political editor was diagnosed with an incurable cancer after having a seizure.1 day agoScotlandAl Fayed abuse ‘could be on scale of Savile’, says survivors’ advocateSpeaking about her new role, Dame Jasvinder Sanghera says Al Fayed's "tentacles went far and wide".17 hrs agoUKLatest updates13 hrs agoHigh-ranking officer suspended in data probeUna Kelly previously served in senior roles in South Yorkshire and Northern Ireland. 13 hrs agoUK14 hrs ago£500m defence cuts as ships, drones and helicopters scrappedCritics said the move would leave UK defence weaker, at a time of growing international tensions and after over a decade of funding pressures on the armed forces. 14 hrs agoUK15 hrs agoFresh weather warnings as UK hit by cold snapFresh warnings of snow and ice announced for parts of the UK going into Thursday and the weekend.15 hrs agoUK15 hrs agoDFDS 'lost ferry bid over profit guarantees'Neil Inder tells deputies the Danish ferry firm could have changed its sailing schedules. 15 hrs agoUK17 hrs agoYellow warning for snow in GuernseyGuernsey could experience snow on Thursday morning, Jersey Met says.17 hrs agoUK17 hrs agoAl Fayed abuse ‘could be on scale of Savile’, says survivors’ advocateSpeaking about her new role, Dame Jasvinder Sanghera says Al Fayed's "tentacles went far and wide".17 hrs agoUK20 hrs agoWe must chip away at smuggler business models - border chiefUK's first border security commander says there is no "simple answer" to stopping small boat crossings.20 hrs agoUK2 days agoHow many farms will be affected by Budget tax rises?Estimates of the number of farms affected range from 100 to 70,000.2 days agoUK2 days agoFerry boss surprised after bid turned downThe chairman of Brittany Ferries says criticism of the company has been "damaging".2 days agoUK
