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HMS Dragon departs UK for eastern Mediterranean

The Type 45 destroyer's main role will be protecting RAF Akrotiri, which was hit with an Iranian-made drone.

Hereditary peers to be removed from Lords as bill passes

The bill abolishes the 92 seats reserved for peers who inherit their titles through their families.

Jury restriction plan clears first hurdle despite Labour dissent

The justice secretary says the limits are required to stem a growing backlog of cases in crown courts.

Queen says she stands by survivors of sexual violence

Queen Camilla gives a speech where she pledges her solidarity for the victims of sexual abuse.

MSPs back six month amendment to assisted dying bill

Holyrood members will wade through about 300 proposed changes to the law before a final vote.