Ballot paper for Clacton by-election is longest in British electoral historyThe list of 34 candidates standing in the Clacton by-election is nearly a metre long.5 hrs agoEssex

Cleveland police failed to arrest man who later killed two-year-old girl

Burnham pledges to be 'relentless' in curbing small boat crossingsThe prime minister says enforcement is increased but there also need to be more safe routes into the UK.23 mins agoUK

Burnham to be ‘relentless’ on small boat crossings after Ceuta crisis

Burnham vows ‘relentless’ fight to halt small boat crossings

Man admits killing British woman found in suitcase, Greek police sayThe man was arrested on suspicion of killing 38-year-old Elisabeth-Jane Ross, as well as robbery and weapons offences.36 mins agoEdinburgh, Fife & East

Man arrested after Scottish woman’s body found in suitcase in Athens

Continued drought could cause shortage of some foods, farmers' union head saysNFU President Tom Bradshaw calls on the government to take action to prevent extreme weather impacting UK food supply.1 hr agoUK

Have schools finally found a way to keep students off their phones?

EU citizens in UK get letters telling them post-Brexit residency rights were given ‘in error’

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Son of Wicker Man maker dies just weeks before his sequel to film premieresThe British filmmaker died on Friday after suffering a heart attack, his family said in a statement.9 hrs agoCulture

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Burnham pledges more cost of living support

Undercover police unit closed down over unjustified surveillance, spycops inquiry told

Newborn deaths are surging in the world’s most vulnerable communities

William and Kate bring children to second last day of Commonwealth GamesSpectators at Glasgow's OVO Hydro were treated to exhilarating performances during New Zealand's 61-54 win over England.10 hrs agoGlasgow & West Scotland