Merz says he ‘deplores deeply’ UK’s decision to leave EU after signing UK-Germany treaty – UK politics live UK PM and German chancellor answered media questions after signing first treaty between two countries since second world war
Cardiff council warns tenants of eviction if household member convicted for Ely riots If individual concerned are convicted and sentenced, council may go to court to seek repossession of the home, letters said
Angela Rayner ‘disappointed’ by Diane Abbott’s latest comments on racism Deputy PM says Abbott’s defence of comments that led to her suspension is ‘real challenge’ for Labour party
Labour spent 30% more than Tories in 2024 general election, figures show Labour spent £30m compared with the Conservatives’ £23m, according to Electoral Commission data
M&S reinstates Sparks loyalty scheme after cyber-attack Retailer also offers staff a brief ‘thank you’ discount as it starts to recover from the hack on its IT systems over Easter
Essex police warn against violence as far right exploit asylum hotel tensions Security staff attacked and fears over future protests in Epping as asylum seeker faces charges of sexual assault
Wes Streeting considers writing off part of doctors’ student debts to avert strike Exclusive: Health secretary looking closely at ‘forgiveness’ scheme as crucial talks with resident doctors begin
London-Berlin trains will be on the drawing board of UK-German rail taskforce Possibility of direct services is most eyecatching part of a commitment to collaborate on transport links and mobility
Two more men framed by corrupt police officer Derek Ridgewell have convictions quashed Court overturns 1970s convictions of Errol Campbell, who died in 2004, and Ronald De Souza, one of the Stockwell Six
HS2 subcontractor’s role on £100m ‘bat tunnel’ terminated after claims of inflated pay rates Contractor BAM ends Danny Sullivan Group’s involvement following investigation into ‘compliance issues’