Former Labour MP Jim Sheridan suspended from party ‘over online Jewish comments’
Former Labour MP Jim Sheridan has been suspended from the party over comments made online about the Jewish community, The Herald understands. ....
Jeremy Corbyn to offer his views on the media in Edinburgh TV Festival speech
Jeremy Corbyn will offer his opinions on the UK media when he delivers the prestigious Alternative MacTaggart lecture at this year’s Edinburgh TV...
Concerns raised over ‘irresponsible’ growth in unconditional offers
Universities could be ordered to curb the soaring use of unconditional offers following concerns the practice is damaging for students. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16470883.concerns-raised-over-irresponsible-growth-in-unconditional-offers/
Three in hospital following Edinburgh flat fire
Three people have been taken to hospital following a flat fire. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16471018.three-in-hospital-following-edinburgh-flat-fire/
Huge response to consultation on possible tax changes to tackle plastic waste
Plans to tackle plastic waste have drawn an unprecedented response in a public consultation, the Treasury confirmed. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16471221.huge-response-to-consultation-on-possible-tax-changes-to-tackle-plastic-waste/
Pledge to protect aircraft carrier against Russian threat as it sets sail for US
Naval chiefs have pledged to protect HMS Queen Elizabeth from the “eye-watering” threat of Russian submarines as the aircraft carrier prepares to sail...
Italy bridge death toll rises as more bodies pulled from rubble
Four more bodies have been found in the rubble of the Genoa bridge collapse, raising the death toll to 42, according to Italian...
British pair escape after Uber car plunges into sea in Cannes
Two Britons managed to escape a sinking Uber car after it drove into the sea off the French Riviera. . http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16471469.british-pair-escape-after-uber-car-plunges-into-sea-in-cannes/
Thousands await rescue amid deadly south Indian floods
Thousands of stranded people are waiting for rescue and officials have pleaded for more help as relentless monsoon floods batter the south Indian...
UK may need Brexit rethink, warns ex-Civil Service chief
Britain may have to rethink the decision to leave the European Union if the Government is unable to strike a Brexit deal with...
