Investigations continue into cause of Ayr explosion
Dozens of residents from a housing estate in Ayr spend a second night out of their homes following the blast.
UK cost of living increases dip in September
According to the Office for National Statistics, the UK inflation rate fell slightly to 3.1% in September.
Care staff shortage harms services for thousands, say managers
Many care staff are struggling with an increased workload and want to quit, research suggests.
Covid: Bring back rules amid rising cases, urge NHS chiefs
Hospital bosses warn of a winter crisis but ministers have no plans for new measures in England.
Noisy: Rock band recovered their stolen kit after spotting it online
Rock group Noisy had around £25,000 of musical equipment stolen from their van in Walthamstow.
Science cuts in Autumn budget would threaten prosperity, says ex-minister
The science committee chair will hear of the impact of possible changes to research spending.
Yearly prostate checks benefit some men aged 40 plus
Targeted annual PSA screening could spot early, treatable cancers in high-risk men, researchers say.
Prevent scheme: Why the government’s programme is so difficult
The strategy aimed at stopping people becoming terrorists is facing calls for it to be overhauled.
Environment bill: Green groups dismay as ministers reject changes
Ministers say the new law will demonstrate global leadership, but critics accuse them of “inaction”.
Covid-19: More visits allowed to Northern Ireland care homes
Up to four people from no more than two households can now visit care homes in Northern Ireland.