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People not feeling recovery – Clarke

Cabinet minister Ken Clarke says the British people have “not yet felt any sense of recovery” in the economy.

EU urges UK to overhaul council tax

The European Commission says the UK should raise taxes on higher value properties, build more homes and adjust the Help […]

'Carbon offset' homes scheme touted

Plans to allow developers to offset carbon emissions from new homes will be in the Queen’s Speech, the Lib Dems […]

Tories to launch devolution plans

Scottish Conservatives will advocate “real accountability” for the Scottish Parliament if the country rejects independence, according to Ruth Davidson.

Good deeds 'to be backed by law'

Those thinking of carrying out good deeds, volunteering or organising events are to be given greater protection from litigation, ministers […]

Winston Churchill's daughter dies

Lady Mary Soames, the last surviving child of wartime leader Winston Churchill, dies at the age of 91.