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First UK government flight departs Middle East after delay

The plane was due to leave Oman on Wednesday but remained grounded due to problems getting passengers on board.

Healey visits Cyprus after criticism of UK response to drone attacks

The Cypriot government has criticised how the UK has handled information sharing after drone attacks.

Failed asylum seeker families to be offered up to £40k to leave UK

The home secretary says the "incentives" will deliver a "significant saving to the taxpayer".

Covid inquiry chair defends £200m cost and four-year process on final day

Baroness Heather Hallett said completing the hearings in under four years was an achievement but critics have questioned its cost.

South East Water faces £22m fine for supply failures

The firm was unable to cope during high demand, Ofwat says, leading to "immense stress" for customers.