As former Nato chief warns about defence spending, how much has the military shrunk?
BBC Verify looks at the size of the UK military after Lord Robertson criticises the government over defence spending. Source link
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Greens pledge to transform Scotland at manifesto launch
Co-leaders Ross Greer and Gillian Mackay have vowed free bus travel for all, as well as plans to expand funded childcare. Source link
How can you avoid airport border check delays?
Travel agent Luke Fitzpatrick shares his top tips on avoiding airport border check delays. Source link
The Lib Dem manifesto in 60 seconds
BBC Wales’ Gareth Lewis outlines the key details from the Welsh Lib Dem Senedd election manifesto. Source link
Cow gets permission to dispose of household rubbish
The situation has raised fresh concerns over fly-tipping in rural areas. Source link
Murder accused texted sister 'karma is coming'
Nancy Pexton denies slitting the throat of film producer and documentary director Jennifer Abbott. Source link
The Israeli town on the frontline with Hezbollah
On the border between Lebanon and Israel lies Metula – Israel’s northernmost town. Surrounded on three sides by Lebanon, Metula is one of the first in the firing line when rockets are fired by Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed political and military group. Israeli authorities say 12 soldiers and two civilians have been killed by Hezbollah rockets…
Police hunt for Superlambanana stolen from garden
The sculpture, a hybrid of a sheep and banana and associated with Liverpool, was stolen in Runcorn. Source link
Farmers protest rising costs with traffic disruption
Farmers say they are being hit on several fronts, with the price of fuel and fertiliser all facing a hike. Source link
Criticism of complacency on defence spending will sting government
The government faces tough questions about the ability to defend the UK, writes Jonathan Beale. Source link