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Su and Steve fought for justice, but didn't live to see it
Su Gorman and Steve Dymond helped to expose an NHS scandal - but they died without seeing justice.
Sat, 18 May 2024 23:05:19 GMT
Hepatitis C tests spike after blood scandal news
More than 12,000 people asked for tests in England after the BBC found 1,700 cases are undiagnosed.
Sun, 19 May 2024 00:24:27 GMT
Cabinet minister to stand down at general election
The Northern Ireland secretary announced his intentions on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter.
Sat, 18 May 2024 22:19:23 GMT
Cold case detectives vow to solve historic sex crimes
Forensic science advances are helping police to secure convictions in unsolved cases spanning 50 years.
Sun, 19 May 2024 00:56:35 GMT
Fujitsu sacked boss at height of Horizon scandal
Global president Rod Vawdrey then returned to Australia and made millions in a "train wreck" float.
Sun, 19 May 2024 00:41:54 GMT
Huge search for two teenage boys in river
Emergency services are at scene in Ovingham after reports two teenagers had got into difficulty.
Sat, 18 May 2024 18:44:12 GMT
'I will be paying my mortgage until I’m 68'
With more young homebuyers opting for ultra-long mortgages, we hear from people about their personal experiences.
Sun, 19 May 2024 00:47:54 GMT
'Boil water' notice mostly lifted after Devon outbreak
South West Water says about 2,500 homes will have to keep boiling water due to a parasite.
Sat, 18 May 2024 17:20:31 GMT
Unpaid carers being forced to repay £250m to DWP
One claimant unknowingly overpaid Carer's Allowance said the debts she incurred have brought 'considerable financial strain'.
Sat, 18 May 2024 10:26:11 GMT
Troops cleared of blame over Falklands ship bombing
Secret files finally clear the Welsh Guards after 48 crew were killed in the bombing of Sir Galahad.
Sat, 18 May 2024 06:57:06 GMT
Funeral for boy, 5, who fell from block of flats
"Beautiful and caring" Aalim Makail, who died on Thursday, was buried at a local mosque on Saturday.
Sat, 18 May 2024 09:41:15 GMT
Thousands join pro-Palestinian march in London
Demonstrators reiterated calls for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict during the protest.
Sat, 18 May 2024 20:07:04 GMT
M&S website and app hit by technical issue
Customers were unable to shop online for around five hours but services are now working again.
Sat, 18 May 2024 16:43:01 GMT
We'll need universal basic income - AI 'godfather'
Geoffrey Hinton, known as the godfather of AI, said the technology could leave many without jobs.
Sat, 18 May 2024 13:18:15 GMT
Thunderstorms reported after Met Office warning
Forecasters warned that some areas could see up to 50mm (2in) of rain and flooding on Saturday.
Sat, 18 May 2024 20:12:31 GMT
Smoke fills street as London bus catches fire
Firefighters tackled huge flames from the blazing bus on Saturday as people looked on.
Sat, 18 May 2024 17:11:37 GMT
'We are restoring oysters once made extinct'
Thirty thousand rare oysters are being reintroduced to the Firth of Forth having been wiped out by overfishing and pollution.
Thu, 16 May 2024 19:18:28 GMT
The NHS was created by men for men, says health secretary
Maternity care has historically not been a priority in hospitals, says health secretary
Fri, 17 May 2024 05:01:41 GMT
Education Secretary pressed on transgender views
Speaking to BBC Radio 4, Gillian Keegan said there was a difference between trans people who had undergone gender reassignment and those who had not.
Thu, 16 May 2024 11:21:27 GMT
Watch: Maya Jama teaches King Charles about Love Island
The host of the reality TV show met the King at a Creative Industries Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.
Thu, 16 May 2024 09:17:50 GMT
'We are restoring oysters once made extinct'
Thirty thousand rare oysters are being reintroduced to the Firth of Forth having been wiped out by overfishing and pollution.
Thu, 16 May 2024 19:18:28 GMT
Watch: How ‘crumbling’ Parliament affects MPs' mental health
MPs talk about how working in Westminster impacts their mental health.
Wed, 15 May 2024 05:07:41 GMT
'That is quite red indeed’ - reaction to King's new portrait
The BBC asked members of the public what they thought of the newly unveiled official portrait.
Wed, 15 May 2024 04:01:56 GMT
The Papers: Archbishop's plea to Starmer and stalking hotline calls soar
A range of stories on Sunday's papers including Labour's plans for NHS staff to work weekends.
Sat, 18 May 2024 22:06:39 GMT
What's the future for Aberfan chapel with tragic past?
Some of the 116 children killed in the Aberfan disaster were taken to the now derelict Capel Aberfan.
Sat, 18 May 2024 20:56:19 GMT
Inside the museums averaging fewer than one visitor a day
What is it like for the volunteers who keep England's smallest attractions going?
Sun, 19 May 2024 01:09:42 GMT
'My fake food was good enough for Barbie'
A fake food artist is "stunned" by the response since her work featured in the hit film Barbie.
Sat, 18 May 2024 08:37:08 GMT
Why thousands of NHS patients were given infected blood
Thousands were infected with HIV and hepatitis C, in the worst treatment disaster in NHS history.
Fri, 17 May 2024 15:45:13 GMT
Search for two boys missing in river
There is a large emergency service operation under way after reports of two teenagers getting into difficulties.
Sat, 18 May 2024 18:44:12 GMT
Heaton-Harris not standing for re-election
The Northern Ireland secretary announced his intentions on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter.
Sat, 18 May 2024 22:19:23 GMT
Police close roads as Celtic fans gather in Glasgow
Police say a 'proportionate' plan is in place after disruption caused by celebrating fans last year.
Sat, 18 May 2024 17:39:18 GMT
Inmate not checked before cell death, says sister
Justin Lewis, who had a history of mental illness, was found dead in his cell at HMP Parc in March.
Sat, 18 May 2024 20:54:45 GMT
Bus bursts into flames on busy street
Video footage shows firefighters battling huge flames and thick smoke in the middle of a busy street.
Sat, 18 May 2024 14:17:59 GMT



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