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Government racks up £100m bill responding to Covid inquiry

BBC analysis shows cost to taxpayer is 50% higher than thought, with inquiry's own costs at £192m.

Government racks up £100m bill responding to Covid inquiry

BBC analysis shows cost to taxpayer is 50% higher than thought, with inquiry's own costs at £192m.

Ambulance demand spikes as flu season worsens

The service says calls increased by 20% in the past week, fuelled by illnesses such as the flu.

Flu jabs offered in pub in vaccination drive

Regular pop-up vaccination clinics are available at The Bevy community pub in Brighton.

Will my favourite drink cost more?

Packaged milk drinks, including some packaged coffees, will be included in the "sugar tax", the Health Secretary has announced.

Review of unpaid carer debts announced after damning report

Former charity boss Liz Sayce found confusing guidance on Carer's Allowance had left thousands with fines and surprise bills.

Sugar tax extended to milk-based drinks: What you need to know

Milkshakes and lattes to be included in UK sugar tax scheme for the first time.

Sugar tax extended to milk-based drinks: What you need to know

Milkshakes and lattes to be included in UK sugar tax scheme for the first time.

Milkshakes and lattes to face sugar tax in UK

The tax on sugary drinks is being extended to include pre-packaged milk-based drinks.

Transplant pioneer Sir Terence English dies at 93

Tributes are paid to the renowned surgeon who carried out the UK's first successful heart transplant.