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Birmingham social workers sacked

Six social workers are sacked for failing to do their jobs properly at a local authority criticised for the way it deals with children at risk.

Student loan delays 'may reoccur'

The public spending watchdog criticises the Student Loans Company and warns of another year of delays.

Fears winter harmed UK wildlife

The harsh winter may have had a devastating impact on UK wildlife, especially the kingfisher and other small birds.

Posthumous medal for bomb expert

A bomb disposal expert who defused 13 Taliban devices by hand in 36 hours is awarded a posthumous George Medal.

Scarlett Goa death trial begins

Two men appear in court accused of killing British teenager Scarlett Keeling, whose body was found in the Indian state of Goa in 2008.