Archive of 20 August 2010
London warns Libya over Megrahi anniversary
The Foreign Office has warned Libya not to mark the first anniversary of Lockerbie bomber Abdelbaset al-Megrahi's release.
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Minister promises 'temporary ban' on new legal highs
The government will slap 12-month temporary bans on new substances as they emerge, the minister for crime prevention confirmed today.
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The German who claimed asylum: Councils reveal their weirdest calls
From residents asking if they can roll up zebra crossings to requests to register to death of living people, local councils have published their weirdest requests from residents.
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High-speed rail compensation launched
An independent panel assessing compensation claims for those affected by the government's high-speed rail plans is being launched today.
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Treasurer troubles dog main parties
Embarrassing headlines appear to have prompted the resignation of the Conservative party's next treasurer, as Labour treasurer candidate John Prescott warns his party is "on the verge of bankruptcy".
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Housing benefit 'myths' challenged
Government ministers' belief that the housing benefits system is 'out of control' is unjustified, a housing research charity has claimed.
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Retail appointment ruffles Lib Dems
The coalition government's new efficiency advisor Sir Philip Green is provoking growing disquiet from Liberal Democrat MPs.
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Students fighting for uni places
Over 275,000 students who applied to enter university this year are yet to secure a place, latest figures show.
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Clegg concedes popularity dip
Deputy prime minister Nick Clegg has admitted that being in government is hitting his party's popularity.
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NHS consultants face bonus crackdown
A review of bonuses paid to NHS consultants across Britain has been tasked with ensuring they are "affordable".
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