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Elon Musk’s Tesla lobbied UK to charge petrol drivers more
Musk’s firm backed the government’s green stance, despite its maverick chief executive’s social media attacks.
Puberty blockers for under-18s banned indefinitely
Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the way the drugs have been used is a “scandal” following a review.
Man jailed for murdering friend at his flat
Leroy Lawrence “violently attacked” Craig Moult at his home in September last year.
Minister warns prison space may run out despite expansion plans
Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood says “building alone is not enough” to deal with the overcrowding crisis.
Christmas train travel could be hit by staff shortages
Lord Hendy says the transport department is going to “keep a close watch on staffing” over the festive period.
Badenoch stands by Nigeria comments after criticism
Nigerian Vice-President Kashim Shettima has accused the Tory leader of denigrating her country of origin.
Medical misogyny leaves women in pain for years, say MPs
Women experiencing conditions such as heavy periods and endometriosis are being dismissed when they ask for help, a report warns.
Dad and stepmum guilty of Sara Sharif murder
The 10-year-old’s body was found with dozens of injuries at the family’s home in Surrey last year.
Consult us on inheritance tax, farmers urge PM
Farmers driving tractors stage another protest against the Budget changes in central London.