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Pope apology for Irish sex abuse

Pope Benedict XVI apologises to victims of child sex abuse by priests in Ireland and says bishops made "serious mistakes".

BA fights to limit strike impact

BA says measures to deal with a strike by cabin crew are working well but unions say scores of planes have been grounded.

MPs attack FCO exchange rate move

The decision to stop protecting the Foreign Office budget from exchange rate changes has risked efficiency, MPs say.

Anti-fascist charged over clashes

An anti-fascist campaigner is charged with conspiracy to organise violent disorder after thousands of people clash in Bolton.

Cameron announces bank tax plan

Tory leader David Cameron announces plans for a special tax on banks - even without other countries' agreement.