MPs back referendum on electoral reform
A referendum on changing the electoral system will be held by October next year under Government plans passed by the Commons.
Dead soldiers praised for bravery
Two soldiers killed in Afghanistan as Britain's death toll in the conflict matched that of the Falklands War have been praised.
Toyota crisis deepens
Toyota's crisis has deepened as the car giant said it would recall even more faulty models.
Arrest over 1985 Broadwater Farm murder
A man has been arrested over the murder of PC Keith Blakelock in the Broadwater Farm riots.
Restricted web access 'less effective'
Pupils given more freedom to surf the internet at school are less "vulnerable" to online dangers, according to an education watchdog.
Thalidomide survivors receive £1 million
More than £1 million is to be received by survivors of the thalidomide scandal in Northern Ireland.
Experts give thumbs-down to badger cull
Culling badgers is not a cost-effective way of controlling TB in cattle, scientists have said.
Terror suspect freed on appeal
A student branded a "wannabe suicide bomber" has walked free from court after judges overturned his terror conviction.
Green Cross Code for internet launched
The latest Government safety campaign is urging parents to teach their children about online safety.
Ballot for seats for PM's Iraq session
Audience seats for Gordon Brown's appearance in front of the Iraq Inquiry will be allocated by public ballot.
British soldiers quizzed over bar brawl
Six British solider are being questioned by police after reports of a fight in a Lanzarote bar.
Kidney cancer drug rejected over cost
A drug to treat advanced kidney cancer has been rejected for use on the NHS in draft guidance, because of its cost.
Labour's Corrie star call campaign banned
The Labour Party breached rules on privacy by making automated phone calls to almost half a million people without their consent.
Temperatures plunge as cold snap returns
A blast of wintry weather sweeping the country is expected to send temperatures plummeting to as low as -5C, bringing more snow and ice.
Ice fault caused Heathrow plane crash
A plane crash at Heathrow Airport was caused by an "unknown" ice fault, according to an official report.
Britain to help rebuild prisons in Haiti
British construction experts will help rebuild prison in disaster-struck Haiti as part of a new aid network launched by the Government.
BBC reveals total amount paid to "talent"
The total amount paid to performers and "talent" on BBC radio and television has been revealed.
Sales hit by chilly weather
The high street suffered its worst January for at least 15 years, according to the British Retail Consortium.
Graduates to face pay freeze
University graduates are suffering a double hit of pay freezes and increased tuition fees, according to a new study.
Four years for corrupt Met commander
A top Scotland Yard policeman has been jailed for four years after being found guilty of corruption.
Accused MPs have 'Golden goodbye' frozen
The "golden goodbye" payments for three MPs facing criminal charges over their expenses have been suspended.
Killer husband jailed for 18 years
A wealthy landowner will serve at least 18 years in jail for murdering his estranged wife, whose body has never been found.
Snow likely as temperatures tumble
Britain will feel a lot colder this week and see some snow in a fresh blast of wintry weather, say forecasters.
MPs back referendum on electoral reform
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