News from the BBC

Two sides claim BA strike advantage

The strike by British Airways cabin crew has entered its second day with both sides claiming the advantage.

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".

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.

Scots consider double jeopardy reform

Plans are published to reform the Scottish double jeopardy law, which prevents a person being tried twice for the same crime.