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California wildfire death toll rises as number on missing list tops 1,000
More than 1,000 people are now on a list of those unaccounted for following a deadly Northern California wildfire – but authorities have stressed it does not mean all of them are missing.
Duke of Sussex calls for HIV testing to be seen as ‘completely normal’
The Duke of Sussex has called for HIV testing to be seen as “completely normal and accessible” in a new video marking this year’s National HIV Testing Week.
He is my rock: Theresa May on the man firmly in her corner
Prime Minister Theresa May has spoken lovingly of her husband Philip as she described him as her “rock” during one of the most tumultuous weeks of her political career.
What the papers say – November 17
Theresa May continues to feature prominently on the front pages on Saturday following a tumultuous few days in British politics.
Your Brexit plans will not solve Irish border issue, May tells critics
Theresa May has warned her Tory opponents their alternate Brexit plans would not make their problems disappear as she faced a continuing gruelling battle to win over sceptical MPs.
Hundreds of Chinese lanterns light up Edinburgh Zoo
Hundreds of giant lanterns inspired by mythical creatures from Scottish and Chinese folklore have been placed around Edinburgh Zoo to create a “winter wonderland”.
Supermarket promotions of sugary products must be restricted, say campaigners
Families are being bombarded with sugary promotions and restrictions on the placement of unhealthy food and drinks in prominent locations of supermarkets urgently needed, health campaigners have said.
Scotland won’t be blackmailed on Brexit, says External Affairs Secretary
Scotland will not be “blackmailed into a bad deal” when leaving the EU, according to the External Affairs Secretary.
Woman rescued after blaze at property in Dundee
A woman has been rescued from a burning building by firefighters in Dundee.
Pedestrians suffer serious injuries after being hit by car
Police are appealing for witnesses after three pedestrians were injured after being hit by a car in Aberdeenshire.
Search for hundreds listed as missing in California wildfires
With 63 people confirmed dead in the northern California wildfire, authorities tried to whittle down a list of the missing more than 600 names long.
Trump officials ready for trade talks if May Brexit plan is ditched, says Davis
The United States would be ready to start negotiating a free trade deal with Britain “immediately” after Brexit if Theresa May’s plan is ditched, David Davis has claimed while making a trip across the Atlantic.
Major home care provider seeking ‘transfer’ of contracts
One of the biggest home care providers in England is looking to transfer or sell its contracts after concerns were raised over its financial viability.
Operations cancelled as sterilisation unit temporarily shut after inspection
A decontamination unit in Glasgow has been temporarily closed after an inspection, leading to dozens of operations being cancelled.
Lady Sylvia Hermon ‘needs assurances from PM’ to back EU withdrawal deal
Northern Ireland’s sole independent MP has said she is considering voting for the proposed EU withdrawal agreement.
Unions warn of widespread strikes unless workers’ pay offer improved
Unions have warned of widespread industrial action across Scotland unless council workers are given a better pay deal.
Sign up to agreement or face chaotic no-deal Brexit – Coveney
Ireland’s deputy premier has warned British politicians to sign up to the current Brexit agreement or risk facing a chaotic no-deal that would see the United Kingdom crashing out of the European Union.
Soyuz cargo launch paves way for next crew to visit space station
A Russian Soyuz rocket has sent a cargo ship on its way to the International Space Station, a successful launch clearing the way for the next crew to travel to the space outpost.
River Clyde waterfront project approved by Scottish Government
A project to transform the Clyde waterfront and create thousands of jobs has been given the go-ahead.
Three injured after being hit by car
Three pedestrians have been injured after being hit by a car in Aberdeenshire. Emergency services were called to Burn Lane in Inverurie shortly before 3pm on Friday. Police Scotland has closed the road following the incident. A spokesman said injuries ranged from “minor to serious”.
Man jailed after driving car at crowd outside pub
Dramatic video footage has been released of a motorist who drove his car at a crowd outside a pub injuring seven people.
Rudd urged to ditch DWP policies after damning UN report
The new Department for Work and Pensions secretary has been urged to reverse the work of her predecessors, after the impact of UK policies in Scotland was branded “outrageous” by a UN official.
Rudd returns to Cabinet with show of support for May
Amber Rudd has returned to Theresa May’s Cabinet and pleaded with Tory rebels to back the Prime Minister and her Brexit deal.
Ulster Unionist leader blasts inclusion of backstop in withdrawal agreement as a ‘monumental error in judgement’
Ulster Unionist leader Robin Swann has blasted the inclusion of the backstop in the withdrawal agreement as a “monumental error in judgment”.
Murder probe into shooting of trader on return from work outside Aviva Stadium
Police in Ireland have launched a murder investigation after a widower and father-of-one was shot dead outside his home in Co Kildare.
Trump: I have answered written questions in Mueller probe
Donald Trump says he has answered written questions from special counsel Robert Mueller but has not yet submitted them.
New Brexit Secretary is a Leaver and ex-City regulator
New Brexit Secretary Steve Barclay is a Leave supporter with a reputation for financial nous.
Irish premier warns against attempt to ‘amend or unthink’ Brexit deal
Any attempt to renegotiate the Brexit deal could see the whole agreement unravel, Ireland’s prime minister has warned.
Two jailed over death of toddler who was confined to ‘cage bed’
A woman and her ex-partner have been jailed for 10 years each for allowing the death of a toddler who was tied face-down to a “cage bed”.
More Polish citizens in UK considering leaving for homeland, ambassador says
More and more Polish citizens living in the UK after considering moving back to their homeland amid ongoing uncertainty over Brexit, the ambassador has said.
Rudd returns to Cabinet as May seeks to shore up position
Amber Rudd made a dramatic return to Theresa May’s Cabinet as the Prime Minister sought to bolster her position following the backlash to her Brexit deal.
‘Bloodhound’ Jo Malone savours scent of success at the palace
Entrepreneur Jo Malone has said her success is down to making “people smile and feel good” as she was made a CBE by the Prince of Wales.
