Archive of 6 August 2010
Cameron: I recognise the sacrifices of Pakistan
David Cameron has tried to put the terrorism row behind him by telling the Pakistani president he recognises the sacrifices his country has made in the so-called 'war on terror' during a meeting at Chequers.
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Afghanistan leaks 'damaged' war effort
The Ministry of Defence has hit out against the mass leaking of US military papers, warning they will damage international forces' efforts against the Taliban.
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Legal threat against Lansley's NHS plans
The government's controversial plans for the NHS are facing a potential legal challenge from Unison, the UK's largest public services union.
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Unions demand RBS ends job losses as it posts huge profits
Unions have demanded an end to the job losses at the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), after the bank posted profits of £1.14 billion in the first half of the year.
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Child database closed
The child database Contactpoint has been closed, leading to celebrations among privacy activists.
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Strike law 'should be tightened' before cuts start
An employers' group is demanding the government tighten the law on strike ballots and compulsory arbitration for key services ahead of implementing its spending cuts programme.
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Straw ends 30-year career on the front benches
Jack Straw is to end an impressive 30-year stretch on the front benches by stepping down from the shadow Cabinet.
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