Apr
2011
Articles from 19th Apr 2011
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Jog on to Greenhead Park’s running events
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
RUNNING events are now under way at Greenhead Park in Huddersfield. Read
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Bolster Moor Farm Shop's sausages set to be a sweet surprise
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
THEY are renowned for their prize-winning bangers. Read
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Holme Valley church marks 150th anniversary with floral festival
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A FLOWER show will be held next month to mark a church’s 150th anniversary. Read
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High cost of degree at Huddersfield University
Apr 19 2011 | Comment
THE fees charged by the University of Huddersfield could have been higher, but the price of degree education in this town – as it is everywhere – will still be a costly one. Read
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Easter in the Beaumont Park
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
HUDDERSFIELD’S restored Beaumont Park is to host a family event on Sunday. Read
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Denis: Why I’m obsessed with toilet rolls
Apr 19 2011 | Denis Kilcommons
I WAS wandering a supermarket looking for deals on toilet rolls when I suddenly thought, what happened? Read
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Paddock husband sues Kirklees Council after wife’s pavement fall
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A HUSBAND is seeking compensation from Kirklees Council after his wife fell and broke her wrist on a road he claims looks like a ‘minefield’. Read
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Good job at Oakwell Country Park
Apr 19 2011 | Comment
VOLUNTEERS have done a brilliant job creating a habitat for species at Oakwell Country Park near Birstall. Read
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Denis: Are Irish jokes really racist?
Apr 19 2011 | Denis Kilcommons
ARE Irish jokes racist? I may have touched on this subject before but it is a continuing dilemma, particularly as I have an Irish heritage – my great grandfather fled poverty in Galway in the19th century – and I have Irish relatives. Read
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Swimming: Stunning performance by Borough of Kirklees swimming club in Yorkshire Championships
Apr 19 2011 | Other Sports
BOROUGH of Kirklees swimming club put in a stunning performance in the Yorkshire Championships in Leeds and Sheffield. Read
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Racketball: Phoenix still flying high
Apr 19 2011 | Other Sports
THE PHOENIX club proved once again they are the ‘bees knees’ when it comes to racketball after retaining the Division I title in the Kirklees and Calderdale League. Read
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Huddersfield Giants captain in dock for Leeds Rhinos brawl
Apr 19 2011 | Huddersfield Giants News
GIANTS captain Kevin Brown is facing a spell on the sidelines for his part in Friday’s all-in brawl at Leeds Rhinos. Read
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Tennis: Marsden Tennis Club set to open new clubhouse
Apr 19 2011 | Other Sports
MARSDEN Tennis Club celebrate the opening of their new facilities with an Open Day on Sunday. Read
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Amateur RU: YMCA take another step nearer promotion with victory over Leeds
Apr 19 2011 | Rugby Union News
West Leeds 16 YMCA 38 Read
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Junior Football: Replay needed in Huddersfield FA Under 15 final between Deighton and Honley as bad light stops play
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
THE Huddersfield FA Under 15 Minor Cup final will have to be replayed. Read
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Junior Football: RCD Junior League Tables
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
RCD JUNIORtables Read
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Junior Football: Westend celebrate divisional title in RCD Huddersfield Junior League
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
WESTEND celebrated the Under 15 Division IV title with a comfortable 3-0 home victory against Kirkburton. Read
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Junior Football: James Crabtree grabs hat trick as Honley win Huddersfield FA Under 11 final against Yorkshire Lions
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
HONLEY won the Huddersfield FA Under 11 Minor Cup, scoring a 4-1 win over Yorkshire Lions. Read
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Junior Football: Westend Lions win dramatic Huddersfield FA Under 13 final against Linthwaite on penalties
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
WESTEND LIONS turned defeat into victory with a remarkable last-second equaliser against Linthwaite in the Huddersfield Under 13 FA Minor Cup final at Barr Street. Read
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Amateur Football: West Riding County Amateur League results
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
WEST RIDING COUNTYAMATEUR LEAGUE Read
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Amateur Football: West Riding County Amateur League Tables
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
PREMIER DIVISION Read
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Amateur Football: Works league tables
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
DIIVISION I Read
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Amateur Football: Uppermill aim to prove their staying power
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
UPPERMILL head into tonight’s Huddersfield FA Challenge Cup final at the Galpharm (7.00) accepting they are underdogs but confident they can give Bay Athletic a real test. Read
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Amateur Football: Huddersfield Irish Centre defeat Black Bull Shepley to win Rollinson Cup
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
KEIRAN RYAN’S hat trick ensured Huddersfield Irish Centre lifted the Rollinson Cup for the third season running. Read
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Amateur Football: Works league results
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
WORKS LEAGUE Read
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Amateur Football: Kirklees Sunday league results
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
FELL PROMOTIONS KSL Read
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Amateur Football: District League Tables
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
DIVISION I Read
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Amateur Football: Depleted AFC Emley lose at Rossington Main in the Northern Counties East League
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
THE absence of key players proved costly as AFC Emley suffered a 4-0 setback at Rossington Main – their heaviest defeat since Darren Hepworth became manager. Read
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Amateur Football: Kirklees Sunday league tables
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
DIVISION I Read
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Amateur Football: District league results
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
HUDDERSFIELD FACHALLENGE TROPHY Read
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Business Profile: Local Home Solution's Richard Shaw
Apr 19 2011 | Business Profiles
CHEF Richard Shaw put a change of career on the menu – and opened up a window of opportunity in business. Read
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Anchor survey reveals rampant ageism
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
THE Government may be encouraging older people to work longer – but Britain’s young adults want them off the agenda. Read
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Flourishing Birstall finance business creates £50m fund for larger SMEs hit by credit crunch
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
A SPECIALIST finance business with operations in Birstall has almost doubled profits during its first full financial year as part of the new British bank. Read
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QT Creative's Clare Quartermaine gives the Facebook facts for companies
Apr 19 2011 | Business Columnists
THERE is no doubt that the rise of Facebook, twitter and blogs is the most important influence on our culture for a number of years. Read
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CP Group wins top tiling award
Apr 19 2011 | Commercial Property
A NEW range of products from a Brighouse firm has won a national award. Read
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SIRPA Ltd seeks firm to pilot programme to cut cost of absenteeism
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
A HUDDERSFIELD organisation is at the heart of efforts to tackle the “epidemic” of chronic back pain – and help cut the multi-billion pound cost of workplace absenteeism. Read
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VTL Group take up space at Bradley Junction
Apr 19 2011 | Commercial Property
AN expanding engineering company has taken up new premises in Huddersfield. Read
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Londis store in grand final
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
A GROCERY store in Shepley has been named among the finalists in a national contest. Read
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Archibalds changes name to Gibbs & Dandy
Apr 19 2011 | Commercial Property
A BUILDERS’ merchant in Huddersfield is embarking on a new era – with a change of name. Read
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World Transport Showcase set to help Yorkshire firms
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
EXPERT advisers from South America, Asia and the Middle East are heading to West Yorkshire for a unique event showcasing global opportunities relating to transport infrastructure. Read
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DTZ lands property hat-trick
Apr 19 2011 | Commercial Property
THE industrial team at DTZ in Leeds has secured a hat-trick of deals. Read
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Yorkshire Forward customer service campaign
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
MORE than 200 organisations across Yorkshire and Humber have been given a boost in improving their customer service in a campaign backed by regional development agency Yorkshire Forward. Read
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Mid Yorkshire chamber teams up with Yorkshire CCC
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
A LEADING business group has been bowled over with its latest patrons. Read
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Bluefin Insurance Services sounds alert over cyber crime
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
KIRKLEES firms have been urged to protect themselves against the rising risk of cyber crime as new research shows the true cost of this 21st century economic threat. Read
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10 Associates gains hat-trick
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
BRANDING specialist 10 Associates has achieved a hat-trick. Read
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Eddisons property sale raises £7.7m
Apr 19 2011 | Commercial Property
A TWO-DAY property auction has realised more than £7.7m. Read
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Solicitor Kevin Ludgate joins Ridley & Hall
Apr 19 2011 | Commercial Property
SOLICITOR Kevin Ludgate – a former British motorcycling champion – has joined Huddersfield law firm Ridley & Hall. Read
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Millers Oils makes major appointments
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
BRIGHOUSE lubricants and fuel treatments manufacturer Millers Oils has made a number of key appointments in its operations team. Read
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The Pink Link rewards long-serving employee
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
LOGISTICS firm The Pink Link has rewarded one of its employees for notching up 20 years of service with the company. Read
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Kirklees College joins up with SMileS
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
KIRKLEES College has teamed up with a text messaging specialist to get the word out to companies and would-be students about its apprenticeship courses. Read
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Appointments: Jo Haigh at Clough & Co
Apr 19 2011 | Kirklees Business News
A LEADING corporate finance specialist has been appointed to head the corporate finance services team at chartered accountancy firm Clough & Co. Read
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Obituary: Edric Leadbetter
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
FORMER Yorkshire and England cricketer Edric (Eddie) Leadbeater has died at the age of 83. Read
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Obituary: Joan Blencowe
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
JOAN Blencowe, who has died from cancer at the age of 57, was a renowned photographer. Read
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Family fun day at the Royal Oak at Paddock in memory of cancer victim Susan McMann
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A BROTHER is holding a fun day to raise funds in memory of his late sister. Read
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It’s Our World: Volunteers create wildlife haven at Oakwell Country Park
Apr 19 2011 | environment-news
TOADS, warblers and wetland plants now have a new home at a country park. Read
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It’s Our World: Going green at home a ‘hassle’ for homeowners say Energy Saving Trust
Apr 19 2011 | environment-news
MORE than 60% of UK homeowners say hassle and lack of knowledge are the main reasons they don’t implement energy saving measures at home. Read
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Use sun cream in Huddersfield's unseasonal sun
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
SUN seekers are being urged to protect themselves as the warm temperatures continue. Read
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Thieves steal Castle Hill flagstones
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
THIEVES have struck at Castle Hill. Read
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Jail for conman Brian Hughes who preyed on woman, 79
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A 59-YEAR-OLD man has been jailed for 18 months after he spent some of the money he swindled from a confused pensioner on an online dating agency. Read
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Pair jjailed for Salendine Nook attack
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
TWO young men have been locked up by a judge after they were involved in a violent attack outside a house in Huddersfield. Read
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Man in court over former Huddersfield Examiner journalist Winton Cooper murder
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A MAN accused of the murder of his father has been remanded in custody by magistrates. Read
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Bradford man Paul Lupton's guilty plea to Huddersfield rape case
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A 29-YEAR-OLD man has admitted raping a teenager in an alley close to a Huddersfield nightspot. Read
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Shannon Matthews kidnap woman Karen Matthews to have parenting lessons
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
JAILED Karen Matthews is being give parenting lessons behind bars, it is claimed. Read
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Fatal pile-driver accident on Holmfirth building site
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A MAN has died in an horrific accident on a building site at Holmfirth. Read
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Lindley’s Liz West becomes a record breaker for her Spice Girls memorabilia exhibition
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
SHE is the world’s biggest Spice Girls fan – and now she’s a record breaker too. Read
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Meeting against NHS Bill to be held in Huddersfield
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A MEETING to protest against the Government’s plans for the NHS is to be held in Huddersfield. Read
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Police park in disabled bay as they arrest shoplifter - What do you think?
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
POLICE have defended themselves after being photographed parking in a disabled bay. Read
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Webcast for Kirklees Youth Council
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
KIRKLEES Youth Council will become the first in the Yorkshire region toŠ webcast live its youth council meeting. Read
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Rural bus route and poor students to get funding boost in Calderdale
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A RURAL bus network is set to get a funding boost. Read
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Last of the Summer Wine star Nora Batty’s Holmfirth cottage up for grabs as owner decides to sell up
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
NORA Batty’s Holmfirth cottage has been put up for sale. Read
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Six hurt in crash at South Crosland
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a serious accident in South Crosland. Read
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Huddersfield’s Buster Reeves in TV series Game Of Thrones stunt triumph
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A FANTASY epic hit the nation’s TV screens last night. Read
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Paul Stevens: April 19, 2011
Apr 19 2011 | Paul Stevens
During spring, cold air streams south from the Canadian Arctic and into North America. Read
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Examiner Mailbag, April 19, 2011
Apr 19 2011 | Reader Letters
IN a recent Examiner article we heard that a decision had been taken to open a fitness suite at Holmfirth Pool (‘It’s game, set and match to council’, April 13). Read
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Web Forum, insuring Mayor’s cars, April 19, 2011
Apr 19 2011 | Unsorted
KIRKLEES Council reveals £6,000 car insurance bill for mayoral vehicles: Read
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400 reports of racial incidents in Kirklees schools over last three years
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A COMMUNITY organisation leader in Huddersfield has called for greater vigilance against racism in days of economic austerity. Read
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Woman, 88, seriously injured after being hit by car on Cloth Hall Street
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
AN OLD woman is on a ‘serious’ condition after being hit by a car on a busy shopping street in Huddersfield town centre. Read
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University of Huddersfield sets fees at £7,950
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
STUDENTS heading for the University of Huddersfield will pay £7,950 a year. Read
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Huddersfield moves up university league table
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
HUDDERSFIELD’S university is getting more popular. Read
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Huddersfield Town boss Lee Clark delighted by Anthony Pilkington’s PFA accolade
Apr 19 2011 | Huddersfield Town News
LEE CLARK hailed Anthony Pilkington’s inclusion in the PFA League I team of the season and said: “He fully deserves the accolade.” Read
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Amateur Football: Huddersfield Minors win County Cup against Leeds
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
EDDIE WILSON, grandson of World Cup winner Ray, led Huddersfield to their first West Riding FA Minor Cup success since 1994. Read
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Ladies Football: Huddersfield Town Ladies net eight against Peterlee
Apr 19 2011 | Football News
TOWN Ladies’ North East Regional Women’s League title hopes remain intact after they won 8-3 at Peterlee while leaders Barnsley were held goalless by Sheffield United. Read
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Huhne condemns 'No' campaign 'lies'
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Liberal Democrat Cabinet minister Chris Huhne has warned that dirty tactics in the Alternative Vote battle are damaging the coalition. Read
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Jab 'could reduce tissue damage'
Apr 19 2011 | National News
An injection given to heart attack and stroke sufferers could radically reduce their devastating effects, a new study claims. Read
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Young people 'resent older workers'
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Young people are becoming "resentful" towards workers staying in jobs well into their 60s, revealing ageist attitudes in the workplace, according to a new report. Read
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'More children injured by violence'
Apr 19 2011 | National News
The number of young children needing emergency hospital treatment after being injured by violence rose by more than 20% last year, figures show. Read
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Probe exposes care home failures
Apr 19 2011 | National News
An undercover investigation into residential care homes has exposed rough behaviour towards elderly residents, inadequate meals and a lack of basic care, according to a watchdog. Read
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One in four children 'to reach 100'
Apr 19 2011 | National News
More than a quarter of children aged 16 and under today can expect to live to see their 100th birthday, according to Government figures. Read
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Police probe Britons' mystery trip
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Detectives in Florida are investigating what led two British holidaymakers from a night out in the centre of Sarasota to the deprived, crime-ridden district where they were shot dead. Read
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Security checks for royal wedding
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Police have been scouring London for explosives and hidden weapons in the run-up to the royal wedding. Read
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Nigerian president appeals for calm
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan has appealed for calm after riots swept across the Muslim north, highlighting religious and ethnic tensions in the nation in the wake of his re-election as leader. Read
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Tesco set to unveil record results
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Supermarket giant Tesco is expected to shrug off tough UK retail conditions with another set of record results when it reports figures on Tuesday. Read
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Refugees in besieged city await aid
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Thousands of refugees and migrant workers are awaiting rescue from the besieged town of Misrata after Britain pledged to play a leading role in their evacuation and provide vital medical supplies to people caught up in violence across western Libya. Read
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Tesco makes £3.8bn despite UK slump
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Supermarket giant Tesco has revealed a fourth-quarter sales slump as it admitted it missed UK growth targets. Read
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Police probe dead Britons mystery
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Detectives in Florida are investigating what led two British holidaymakers from a night out in the centre of Sarasota to the deprived, crime-ridden district where they were shot dead. Read
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Huddersfield Town boss 'gutted' to lose Reading defender he never played
Apr 19 2011 | Huddersfield Town News
LEE CLARK says he’s "gutted" at Reading’s decision to recall on-loan centre-back Sean Morrison, but accepts the Championship club’s action after Town themselves brought teenage wing prospect Aidan Chippendale back from York. Read
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Warning to arsonists over unsafe fire hit building in Liversedge
Apr 19 2011 | Local West Yorkshire News
A FIRE chief has warned arsonists who have repeatedly targeted a derelict building they are putting lives at risk. Read
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Britons murder accused held before
Apr 19 2011 | National News
A teenager arrested on suspicion of murdering two British holidaymakers in Florida had already been detained by police for aggravated assault with a handgun, police said. Read
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Hull and Lincoln to charge top fees
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Two more universities have announced they will charge students the maximum tuition fees of £9,000 a year. Read
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RBS chief's pay set to win approval
Apr 19 2011 | National News
The controversial £7.7 million pay package awarded to Royal Bank of Scotland boss Stephen Hester is expected to be given the all-clear by the Government despite widespread backlash over the deal. Read
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Green light for first oral MS drug
Apr 19 2011 | National News
A pill for multiple sclerosis described as "great news" for patients has been approved for use in the UK. Read
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Yorkshire coal producer admits problems after second year of huge losses
Apr 19 2011 | Latest National Business News
THE UK’s biggest coal producer, based in Doncaster, has admitted to "deep-rooted problems" after it recorded losses of more than £100 million for the second year in a row. Read
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Tuesday morning market opening: FTSE back in the black
Apr 19 2011 | Latest National Business News
THE FTSE 100 Index returned to positive territory today after a downgrade of the US government’s debt outlook shocked world markets yesterday. Read
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Burberry's bumper finish to year boosts hopes
Apr 19 2011 | Latest National Business News
FASHION house Burberry has unveiled plans to expand its store space by more than 10% after a bumper finish to its financial year. Read
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Tesco records another record-breaking year
Apr 19 2011 | Latest National Business News
SUPERMARKET giant Tesco revealed a fourth-quarter sales slump today as it admitted it missed UK growth targets. Read
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Florida murder accused held before
Apr 19 2011 | National News
A teenager arrested on suspicion of murdering two British holidaymakers in Florida had already been detained by police for aggravated assault with a handgun, police said. Read
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Cameron could block Brown IMF bid
Apr 19 2011 | National News
David Cameron has indicated he will block a potential bid by Gordon Brown to become managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Read
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Southampton star thinks Brighton title win is good news, Peterborough latest and more :Huddersfield Town's promotion rivals round-up
Apr 19 2011 | Huddersfield Town News
THERE are only a few weeks left in the race for promotion from League One - and we're going to bring you all the news which could help shape Huddersfield Town's promotion push. Read
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Former Huddersfield Town striker Iffy Onoura sacked as Ethiopia coach in 'cow clearing' comment riddle
Apr 19 2011 | Huddersfield Town News
ETHIOPIA have sacked former Huddersfield Town man Iffy Onuora a month after they were thrashed 4-0 by Nigeria in an African Nations Cup qualifier. Read
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Teachers back pension strike ballot
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Teachers have backed a ballot for strike action over the Government's proposed pensions changes. Read
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Blow for bikers over parking fees
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Motorcyclists have lost the latest round of their legal battle to block on-street parking fees in the heart of London. Read
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Huddersfield Examiner: See the front and back pages of our latest edition
Apr 19 2011 | Front and Back Pages
HERE are the front and back pages of tonight's Huddersfield Examiner. Read
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Tesco vows to act on UK sales slump
Apr 19 2011 | Breaking News
Supermarket giant Tesco has admitted it must "do better" in the UK after missing growth targets and seeing sales fall on a year ago. Read
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Miliband warns on university places
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Tens of thousands of university places could be cut as the Government tries to make up a funding gap in its tuition fees policy, Labour leader Ed Miliband has claimed. Read
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Catholic monarch ban 'must be axed'
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Royal succession rules banning Roman Catholics from succeeding to the throne should be scrapped, the Prime Minister has said. Read
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Acorn theme for Kate's coat of arms
Apr 19 2011 | National News
A coat of arms has been created for Kate Middleton and will be featured on a souvenir programme of the royal wedding. Read
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Runaway Ferdinand stalker arrested
Apr 19 2011 | National News
A woman who vanished from court shortly before she was convicted of stalking footballer Rio Ferdinand and his family has been arrested. Read
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Police lured to bomb by 999 hoax
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Police in Northern Ireland answering a bogus call for help have survived a booby-trap bomb attack, detectives revealed. Read
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Muslim group plans wedding protest
Apr 19 2011 | National News
A Muslim campaign group has applied for permission to protest outside Westminster Abbey on the day of the royal wedding, Scotland Yard said. Read
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Solving the riddle of the Sixties Singing Jenny - picture gallery
Apr 19 2011 | Express and Chronicle
This article comes from the Weekend Examiner's Express and Chronicle. Read
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UK offers to advise Libya rebels
Apr 19 2011 | National News
British military officers will be sent to Libya to advise rebels fighting Colonel Muammar Gaddafi's forces, the Government has said. Read
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Unions warn on tuition fee charges
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Fresh concerns have been raised that poor teenagers will be priced out of education as a last-minute flurry of universities announced plans to charge up to £9,000 from next year. Read
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Postmaster jailed over wife murder
Apr 19 2011 | Breaking News
A shopkeeper who bludgeoned his postmistress wife to death then blamed an armed robber has been jailed for life. Read
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Booby-trap bombers 'lowest of low'
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Bombers who lured police in Northern Ireland into a booby trap by claiming a woman was being attacked have been branded "the lowest of the low". Read
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Rio Ferdinand stalker charged again
Apr 19 2011 | National News
A woman who stalked Manchester United star Rio Ferdinand has been charged with a further offence of assaulting a police officer. Read
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Know Your Rights
Apr 19 2011 | Special Features
Each year thousands of people suffer accidents that should and could have been avoided. Too often, these victims suffer serious consequences from their injuries such as health complications and financial problems from being out of work. They do so without receiving any support which could help them get back on their feet. Why? Because too many people do not understand their legal rights and are intimidated by a system designed to help them. Read
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Army experts to mentor Libya rebels
Apr 19 2011 | National News
British Army officers are being sent to Libya to advise rebels fighting Colonel Muammar Gaddafi's forces. Read
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Bomb plotter's release hopes raised
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Bomb plotter Nezar Hindawi, who was jailed for 45 years over his bid to blow up an Israeli airliner, has had his application for early release referred back to the Parole Board. Read
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RBS chief's £7.7m pay deal approved
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Royal Bank of Scotland boss Stephen Hester has seen his controversial £7.7 million pay package rubber-stamped by the Government as the bank insisted it had to pay staff "fairly". Read
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Met in pledge over wedding protests
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Scotland Yard has pledged to stop Muslim extremists turning the royal wedding into a "nightmare". Read
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Life for suitcase body murderer
Apr 19 2011 | National News
A man has been given a life jail term after being found guilty of murdering his housemate and disposing of her body in a suitcase. Read
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Fees 'will price out poor students'
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Fresh concerns have been raised that poor teenagers will be priced out of education as a last-minute flurry of universities announced plans to charge up to £9,000 from next year. Read
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Parcel bomb sent to Celtic manager
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Parcel bombs have been sent to Celtic manager Neil Lennon, a lawyer and a politician. Read
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Doctor Who actress Sladen dies
Apr 19 2011 | National News
Doctor Who actress Elisabeth Sladen has died, sources said. Read
