Archive for 2012

Judge attacks gay marriage plan

Ministers are pursuing the “wrong policy” on gay marriage, says a High Court judge, after the Archbishop of Westminster denounced […]

Archbishop attacks gay marriage

The leader of Roman Catholics in England and Wales Archbishop Vincent Nichols says the government’s plans for gay marriage are […]

Councils paid £33m in compensation

Scottish councils paid out more than £33m for compensation claims over the last five years, according to figures released after […]

Avoid 'plebgate' witch hunt – Tory

Tory vice-chairman Michael Fabricant says police should not face a “witch hunt” after the “plebgate” row involving ex-party chief whip […]

Queen's message hails Olympic stars

The Queen is to pay tribute to the nation’s Olympic and Paralympic athletes for inspiring all who watched their achievements, […]

MPs and the Twitter questions

Is an accusation of hypocrisy less insulting when it has a hashtag? How MPs got on after seeking questions via […]