A majority of Scots would vote to remain in the United Kingdom if an independence referendum were to be held tomorrow, a new poll has found. The survey of 1,015 Scots suggests 46% would vote against Scottish independence, compared to 43% in favour and 10% who are undecided. When unsure voters are excluded, the poll by Savanta ConRes for the Scotland on Sunday newspaper indicates 52% to 48% in favour […]

The Queen will “ignore” the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s much-anticipated interview with Oprah Winfrey, it has been reported. Harry and Meghan’s televised conversation with the famous talk show host, which has fuelled tensions within the monarchy, will air in the US on Sunday night before being broadcast on ITV on Monday. The Sunday Times reported the monarch will not watch the programme and is instead focusing on national issues, […]

A former Conservative health minister has said it is the “wrong time” to be restraining the pay of NHS workers who have gone “above and beyond” during the pandemic. n a sign that a Conservative rebellion over the Government’s 1% pay rise recommendation may be brewing, MP Dr Dan Poulter has called for a rethink on the proposal. Dr Poulter, who has been assisting on the NHS front line during […]

Gordon Elliott’s training licence has been suspended for a year by the Irish horse racing authorities. An investigation found he “acted in a manner which was prejudicial to the integrity, proper conduct and good reputation”. Mr Elliott has been “co-operating fully” with the probe after a photograph of him sitting on a dead horse was posted on social media last weekend. Mr Justice Raymond Groarke, of the Irish Horseracing Regulatory […]

Police in South Wales are dealing with a “serious” incident involving “a number of casualties”. The incident happened in Baglan Street, Treorchy, in Rhondda Cynon Taf, at around midday and ambulance crews are also in attendance, South Wales Police said. The force said the street has been closed off and people are advised to avoid the area until further notice. Chris Bryant, Labour MP for Rhondda, tweeted that he is […]