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The latest stories from the UK section of the BBC News web site.
UK soldiers push to clear Taliban (30.07.2010 14:06:48)Hundreds of UK soldiers launch an operation to clear Taliban insurgents from a key stronghold in southern Afghanistan.
Benefits face 'radical' shake-up (30.07.2010 13:26:13)Ministers are to set out options for "radical reform" of the benefits system and moving people from welfare into work.
Strikes and ash extend BA losses (30.07.2010 13:22:45)BA reveals a steep quarterly loss of £164m after being hit by cabin crew strikes and disruption caused by the volcanic ash cloud.
MoD 'to pay for Trident renewal' (30.07.2010 10:39:16)The chancellor says the MoD, not the Treasury, will have to pay £20bn to renew the nuclear deterrent, putting extra pressure on the defence budget.
Expenses four in appeals defeat (30.07.2010 12:12:42)Three ex-Labour MPs and an ex-Tory peer lose appeals over a ruling that they are not protected from prosecution by parliamentary privilege over expenses fraud allegations.
Prescott Iraq intelligence doubts (30.07.2010 13:27:43)The intelligence on Iraq's weapons threat was "not very substantial", former deputy prime minister Lord Prescott says.
UK author's Singapore trial delayed (30.07.2010 07:46:23)The Singapore trial of UK author Alan Shadrake - for defamation and contempt of court over a book on the death penalty - opens and is adjourned.
Scarlett case 'may help tourists' (30.07.2010 10:00:28)The mother of teenager Scarlett Keeling says she hopes the trial into her death in Goa will improve the region for tourists.
Public to veto council tax rises (30.07.2010 11:37:12)The public will be able to veto their council tax bills in England if charges are above an agreed limit, ministers will announce.
Fugitive tycoon Nadir seeks bail (30.07.2010 06:04:07)Fugitive Polly Peck tycoon Asil Nadir, who fled to northern Cyprus in 1993, begins a legal bid to be granted bail ahead of a UK theft trial.
Victim's remains taken to Dublin (30.07.2010 09:55:53)Human remains found during a search for one of the disappeared in County Monaghan are taken to Dublin for post mortem examination.
PSNI release riot suspect images (30.07.2010 13:56:48)Pictures of 14 suspected rioters are released by police investigating trouble in the Ardoyne area of north Belfast.
Family funeral tribute to soldier (30.07.2010 13:53:55)The family of a soldier killed in Afghanistan pay tribute ahead of his funeral, calling him "brave, courageous and loyal".
Call to explain S4C chief's exit (30.07.2010 12:59:46)The reasons behind the sudden departure of S4C's chief executive should be made public, says the channel's former head.
Drink theft clue in murder probe (30.07.2010 13:13:24)Police say a man who was murdered in Glasgow had been attacked by several people who tried to steal his alcohol.
Man held over 'motiveless' murder (30.07.2010 09:06:36)Police make an arrest in connection with the murder of a man who was shot in an apparently random attack in west London.
Police officer in murder arrest (30.07.2010 12:19:57)A policeman is arrested on suspicion of murdering a man who died after a Merseyside pub fight, thought to have started over a spilt pint.
Live - England v Pakistan (30.07.2010 11:27:24)Pakistan reach 16-1 at lunch after England collapse to 354 all out on day two at Trent Bridge.
Redknapp defends Parker pursuit (30.07.2010 11:04:05)Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp defends the club's pursuit of West Ham's Scott Parker insisting the Hammers are guilty of unsettling the midfielder.
Ennis makes strong start at Euros (30.07.2010 13:55:40)Britain's Jessica Ennis gets her bid for European heptathlon gold off to a strong start by winning the 100m hurdles and the high jump events in Barcelona.
Did they really play croquet at the Olympics? (30.07.2010 13:27:00)The tug of war, croquet and cricket have all featured as Olympic sports in games gone by, with two years to go until the London Olympics we chart all those sports that have come and gone in over a century of competition.
Child-free by choice (29.07.2010 12:50:59)More women in the developed world are choosing not to have children. So why do others think it's OK to question this decision?
The big cheese (28.07.2010 12:15:25)With thousands expected to flock to a major cheese fair, why are Britons taking this once-humble foodstuff so seriously?
Coalition deal 'untruths' claim (30.07.2010 11:42:43)Labour's Ed Miliband claims the coalition government was "built on a series of untruths" after revelations in a BBC documentary.
Cameron defends Pakistan comments (29.07.2010 21:20:14)David Cameron says it is important to "speak frankly" after criticism of his comments about Pakistan's record on tackling terrorism.
Corey does Kerrang! - he's 'desperate' (29.07.2010 23:26:02)Slipknot's Corey Taylor says he has hope for the rock scene, based on the large number of new bands nominated for the Kerrang! Awards.
Cameron's doubts on becoming PM (29.07.2010 08:27:19)David Cameron has confessed that, on the day before entering Downing Street, he told his wife Samantha he was sure he would not become prime minister.
King's Troop enjoy seaside break (29.07.2010 19:15:14)The Kings Troop Royal Horse Artillery have made special plans to ensure that some of their most valuable members are rested over the summer break.
A walk-in cow wash - it's Odd Box (29.07.2010 20:55:56)The world of doggy ice cream, a huge waterfight in Russia and a walk-in cow wash. It's the week's weird and wonderful video stories in Newsbeat's Odd Box with Dominic Byrne.
Everything, including the kitchen sink (29.07.2010 05:37:23)A team of divers - known as Neptune's Army of Rubbish Cleaners - are stepping up efforts to keep Britain's coastline clean and litter free.
Bad trip (30.07.2010 12:31:17)Are family holidays worth all the hassle?
Pick up a Penguin (30.07.2010 01:14:02)Colourful 75-year history of the famous book publisher
Rum ration (30.07.2010 08:26:22)What did they do with the drunken sailor?
7 days quiz (30.07.2010 11:20:50)Who's the 'good lad'? Crisps boy, Massa or Dr Watson?
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Live - England v Pakistan (30.07.2010 11:27:24)Pakistan reach 16-1 at lunch after England collapse to 354 all out on day two at Trent Bridge.
Redknapp defends Parker pursuit (30.07.2010 11:04:05)Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp defends the club's pursuit of West Ham's Scott Parker insisting the Hammers are guilty of unsettling the midfielder.
Red Bull dominate first practice (30.07.2010 11:39:31)Red Bull are nearly a second clear of the field during the opening practice session for Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix.
Ennis makes strong start at Euros (30.07.2010 13:55:47)Britain's Jessica Ennis gets her bid for European heptathlon gold off to a strong start by winning the 100m hurdles and the high jump events in Barcelona.
Doubts remain over McGeady future (30.07.2010 13:40:47)Aiden McGeady travels to London for the Emirates Cup despite continuing speculation linking him with a move away from Celtic.
Khedira poised for Madrid switch (30.07.2010 13:48:15)Midfielder Guti has announced he is leaving Real Madrid after 15 seasons with the Spanish club and is weighing up an offer from Turkish club Besiktas.
Murray battles through LA opener (30.07.2010 07:46:54)Andy Murray survives a second-set wobble to beat Tim Smyczek 6-1 4-6 6-2 and book his place in the Farmers Classic quarter-finals in Los Angeles.
Schlecks to quit Saxo Bank team (30.07.2010 12:32:33)Tour de France runner-up Andy Schleck and brother Frank are to leave the Saxo Bank team and plan to join a new Luxembourg-based outfit.
Sri Lanka and India ends in draw (30.07.2010 13:21:19)The second Test between Sri Lanka and India in Colombo ends in an inevitable draw to leave the hosts 1-0 up going into the final match of the series.
Irish Open leaderboard (16.07.2009 11:28:51)This week's European Tour event is taking place at the Killarney Golf & Fishing Club.
Friday's gossip column (30.07.2010 08:22:34)New Fulham boss Hughes to raid Man City for Bellamy, Ireland and Santa Cruz, plus other rumours
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