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Straw 'optimistic' after Iran visit

Former foreign secretary Jack Straw says he detects a “lighter atmosphere” in Iran and believes President Rouhani is “committed to […]

EU vote bill clears first Lords step

A bill that would allow a referendum on the UK’s membership of the EU in 2017 clears its first Lords […]

Met PC admits 'plebgate' misconduct

A Metropolitan Police officer admits misconduct in public office over the “plebgate” affair and will offer to resign from the […]

Army launches £3m recruitment drive

The Army launches a £3m recruitment campaign aimed at boosting both the regular and reserve forces.

Royal Mail privatisation 'botched'

The government “botched” the privatisation of Royal Mail, short-changing taxpayers by hundreds of millions of pounds, Labour says.

Moves to end flood precautions delay

Moves are being made to end a four-year delay to rules meant to prevent new housing developments making floods worse.