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The latest stories from the UK section of the BBC News web site.
Queen commemorates 60-year reign (06.02.2012 13:51:26)The Queen visits a school in Norfolk and there are gun salutes around the UK as she marks the 60th anniversary of her accession to the throne.
Schools and roads affected by ice (06.02.2012 13:29:31)Drivers are being warned of black ice and some schools are closed, after the snow that fell across much of Britain at the weekend.
Borrowers 'shunning credit cards' (06.02.2012 12:31:58)Demand for credit cards is "feeling the strain" as UK borrowers turn to other forms of finance, a report suggests.
Shot girl 'was playing in shop' (06.02.2012 14:53:44)A five-year-old girl was "happily playing" in a shop when she was hit by gang gunfire and left permanently paralysed, a jury hears.
Simon Thomas out of Plaid contest (06.02.2012 13:58:10)Simon Thomas pulls out of the Plaid Cymru leadership election and throws his support behind Ceredigion Assembly Member Elin Jones.
Dowler policeman 'did not leak' (06.02.2012 14:44:25)There is no evidence a Surrey police officer leaked information to the media during the investigation into Milly Dowler's disappearance in 2002, says the Independent Police Complaints Commission.
NHS translation bill 'tops £23m' (06.02.2012 14:33:12)The NHS in England spends £59,000 a day on translating documents and providing interpreters, according to a health think tank.
MPs fear far-right terror threat (06.02.2012 03:48:24)MPs warn the government not to neglect the threat from extreme far-right terrorism, saying there is "persuasive evidence" of the potential danger.
Radical preacher 'should be free' (06.02.2012 12:57:53)Radical cleric Abu Qatada should be freed from jail because he has been held too long, his lawyer tells a bail hearing.
Racist emails sent to archbishop (06.02.2012 13:46:12)The police are called in after racist abuse was sent to the Archbishop of York following comments he made about same-sex marriage.
Rhys murder witness given payout (06.02.2012 13:57:17)A witness in the Rhys Jones murder inquiry is given £80,000 in compensation after his identity was revealed by Merseyside Police.
Final bids for retailer Peacocks (06.02.2012 07:47:23)Six serious bidders remain in contention to take over the Cardiff-based clothing retail firm Peacocks, struggling with £750m debts, BBC Wales understands.
Mum gives birth outside hospital (06.02.2012 13:59:13)A woman gives birth on the pavement outside a Fife hospital after she was unable to get inside the building.
Capello 'may have breached deal' (06.02.2012 14:59:07)England coach Fabio Capello may have breached his contract by publicly criticising the Football Association's move to remove John Terry as captain, says former FA executive director David Davies.
Gun traces 'on accused's jacket' (06.02.2012 15:05:53)The Stephen Carroll murder trial has heard "a very high level of gunshot particles" were found on a jacket alleged to belong to one of the accused.
Awema attack 'racially motivated' (06.02.2012 14:37:14)Criticism of a charity facing allegations of financial irregularity is racially motivated, its chair suggests.
Campaign to cut smoking in cars (06.02.2012 03:17:10)A campaign to stop people smoking in cars when carrying children - and which could pave the way for a ban - is launched by the Welsh government.
Vicky Hamilton tape given to dad (06.02.2012 12:59:03)The father of murdered schoolgirl Vicky Hamilton is reunited with some of her possessions almost 21 years after she went missing.
Home improvement rules relaxed (06.02.2012 01:04:25)New regulations come into force which will allow Scots to make certain home improvements without planning permission.
Accidents due to icy conditions (06.02.2012 10:49:59)Motorists are being warned to drive with extreme care as the icy conditions in England led to a series of accidents.
Bath gasometer 'should be saved' (06.02.2012 12:01:03)The mayor of Bath, famed for its Roman and Georgian architecture, says the last of the city's gasometers should be saved from demolition.
Pakistan seal England whitewash (06.02.2012 14:08:19)England slump to a 71-run defeat in the third Test in Dubai to suffer a series whitewash by Pakistan for the first time.
Ferguson blames assistant referee (06.02.2012 10:14:56)Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson criticised assistant referee Darren Cann after the 3-3 draw with Chelsea.
A Point of View: Mourning the loss of the written word (03.02.2012 19:42:29)The modernist writer Virginia Woolf called letter writing "the human art, which owes its origins in the love of friends". In our frenetic world of electronic communication, we must remember to write with thought and consideration, says historian Lisa Jardine.
The rush to the scooter (03.02.2012 12:58:35)Scooters are becoming increasingly popular as people look to cut costs and stretch their budgets, but could the boom spark safety problems?
Cameron lauds 'magnificent' Queen (06.02.2012 13:40:49)Prime Minister David Cameron praises the "magnificent service" given by the Queen, as she celebrates 60 years on the throne.
Ministers 'can block rail bonus' (06.02.2012 13:38:01)Labour has urged ministers to block six-figure bonuses for Network Rail bosses, insisting they have the power to prevent such payouts.
Venue for first 'EU poll' named (06.02.2012 13:09:07)Campaigners for a referendum on the UK's membership of the EU say they will stage the first of a series of public polls on the issue in Essex.
VIDEO: House of Commons (02.02.2012 16:51:20)Ministers will "unwind" any tax avoidance schemes being used by public sector employees, Treasury Chief Secretary Danny Alexander has announced.
AUDIO: 'I didn't take a Trappist vow' (06.02.2012 11:05:56)David Miliband has defended his political activity against accusations that it undermines his brother, Labour leader Ed Miliband.
VIDEO: Horses prepare for gun salute (06.02.2012 11:25:28)The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery will take part in two gun salutes today to mark 60 years since Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne.
AUDIO: 'Queen watched I'm a Celebrity' (06.02.2012 14:09:01)Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond told BBC Radio 5 live that the Queen watched her on I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here!
AUDIO: Have views on NHS reform shifted? (06.02.2012 11:35:42)Dr Michael Dixon, chair of the NHS Alliance, who supports the governments proposed reforms of the NHS and Dr John Lister, director of the Health Emergency campaign group, who opposes them, debate the Health Bill.
AUDIO: 'No going back for FA on Terry' (05.02.2012 23:53:06)The former chief executive of the Football Association, David Davies, has said that there is "no going back" for the FA after it decided to strip John Terry of the England captaincy.
The latest stories from the Sport section of the BBC Sport web site.
Capello 'may have breached deal' (06.02.2012 14:59:07)Former FA chief executive David Davies says the governing body is taking England coach Fabio Capello's comments about John Terry being removed as England captain "very seriously".
Dickson fit for England in Italy (06.02.2012 14:45:38)England scrum-half Lee Dickson will be fit for Saturday's Six Nations match with Italy despite a fractured hand against Scotland.
Liverpool v Tottenham (03.02.2012 16:40:57)Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's game between Liverpool and Tottenham in the Premier League.
Striker Best faces six weeks out (06.02.2012 14:33:35)Newcastle striker Leon Best will have a scan on Tuesday to find out the extent of the knee injury he suffered in Sunday's 2-1 win over Aston Villa.
World Cup victory for England duo (06.02.2012 09:57:10)England, represented by Stoke-on-Trent duo Phil Taylor and Adrian Lewis, win the World Cup of Darts in Hamburg.
Support pledged for Yuvraj Singh (06.02.2012 13:42:54)Messages of support pour in for India cricketer Yuvraj Singh, who is undergoing treatment for cancer in the United States.
Hull FC 20-20 Warrington Wolves (05.02.2012 18:33:11)England international Ben Westwood misses a last-minute conversion chance as Warrington draw with Hull FC.
Murray hopes for home Fed Cup tie (05.02.2012 14:18:08)Captain Judy Murray hopes to capitalise on Britain's successful Fed Cup week by bringing the side back for a home tie for the first time in 19 years.
F1 2012: The new cars on the grid (05.02.2012 19:00:15)A look at the new faces (and in some cases noses) that will be on show when the new F1 season starts in March.
VIDEO: Six Nations snapshot (06.02.2012 11:40:00)BBC Sport rounds up the key action and talking points from week one of the 2012 Six Nations, including Wales' sensational win in Ireland.
VIDEO: Gatland hails 'world class' North (05.02.2012 19:00:10)Wales coach Warren Gatland describes George North as "world class" after his power and poise help Wales to a 23-21 Six Nations win over Ireland in Dublin.
VIDEO: Best goes over for Ireland in Dublin (05.02.2012 17:07:35)Ireland's first-half pressure against Wales is rewarded after Tommy Bowe's side step creates space for the rampaging Rory Best and the Irish hooker dives over for the simplest of tries.
VIDEO: Priestland magic puts in Davies (05.02.2012 16:51:33)A lovely pass from Rhys Priestland allows Jonathan Davies to score the opening try of the first half at the Aviva Stadium to give Wales a lead over Ireland. (UK users only)
VIDEO: BBC pundits on Laidlaw's no try (04.02.2012 21:17:00)BBC Pundits Jerermy Guscott, Jonathan Davies and Andy Nicol discuss the TMO's decision not to award Scotland's Greig Laidlaw a try against England at Murrayfield.
VIDEO: Scotland 'bitterly disappointed' – Robinson (04.02.2012 21:18:45)A despondent Scotland coach Andy Robinson reflects on his side's 13-6 Six Nations defeat by England at Murrayfield, and admits his side must "keep on practising" after an error-strewn display.
AUDIO: 'No going back for FA on Terry' (05.02.2012 23:53:06)The former chief executive of the Football Association, David Davies, has said that there is "no going back" for the FA after it decided to strip John Terry of the England captaincy.
VIDEO: MOTD3 on two-footed tackles (06.02.2012 11:00:46)Lee Dixon and Dion Dublin join Colin Murray on MOTD3 to look back on the weekend's action., including the controversial subject of two-footed tackles.
VIDEO: Referee lost control - Villas-Boas (05.02.2012 21:09:51)Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas says both his team and referee Howard Webb "lost control of the match" after seeing his side relinquish a 3-0 lead to draw 3-3 with Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.
VIDEO: 'Fightback epitomises English game' (05.02.2012 19:53:44)Sir Alex Ferguson praises Manchester United's character after they come from behind to earn a dramatic 3-3 draw with Chelsea, saying the match was "the epitome of English football".
VIDEO: The bizarre touchdown that won Super Bowl XLVI (06.02.2012 04:48:55)New York's Ahmad Bradshaw is in two minds as he crosses the line to score the winning touchdown of Super Bowl XLVI with the Giants holding out to beat the New England Patriots 21-17. (UK users only)
VIDEO: Manning proud of Giants team effort (06.02.2012 05:46:04)MVP Eli Manning says he was never worried that the New York Giants were going to lose Super Bowl XLVI, despite being behind nearly all of the second half, and is full of praise for his team-mates after they beat New england 21-17. (UK users only)
VIDEO: Championship in 90 seconds (06.02.2012 01:02:03)A round-up of the best of the action from Saturday's Championship fixtures, including 10-man West Ham's exciting 2-1 victory over Millwall and a five-goal thriller between Ipswich and Coventry. (UK only).
VIDEO: Swann praises five-wicket Panesar (05.02.2012 21:30:31)England bowler Graeme Swann praises fellow spinner Monty Panesar as the left-armer takes fives wickets to help England dismiss Pakistan for 365, setting England 324 to win the third Test.
VIDEO: Cisse goal something special - Pardew (05.02.2012 17:48:29)Newcastle boss Alan Pardew sings the praises of new singing Papiss Demba Cisse, who marked his debut with a stunning match-winning goal against Aston Villa.
VIDEO: Newcastle an example - McLeish (05.02.2012 17:48:26)Alex McLeish says his Aston Villa side deserved something out of their 2-1 defeat at Newcastle, but admits the home side "worked their socks off" and are an example to some of his players.
Elena Baltacha column (06.02.2012 07:58:09)"The GB Fed Cup team are already thinking about finishing the job we've started"
Judoka Fallon ends Olympic dream (03.02.2012 16:17:45)Britain's former world judo champion Craig Fallon says it was an easy decision to retire five months before the 2012 Olympics.
Bell sends Raiders into BBL final (06.02.2012 11:18:51)Jeremy Bell scores six late points to send Plymouth Raiders to the BBL Trophy final after a 188-186 aggregate win over Milton Keynes Lions.
Munroe beats Saez in 170 seconds (06.02.2012 13:35:35)Leicester's Rendall Munroe overcomes Argentina's Jose Saez in just 170 seconds in a non-title super-bantamweight.
We'll learn lessons, says Strauss (06.02.2012 14:32:28)Captain Andrew Strauss admits England have "important lessons to learn" after their 71-run defeat in Dubai ensured a 3-0 series whitewash by Pakistan.
Boonen wins Tour of Qatar opener (05.02.2012 16:17:37)Tom Boonen wins the opening stage of the Tour of Qatar as Britain's Mark Cavendish makes his Team Sky debut.
Norfolk lifts quad singles title (28.01.2012 11:26:36)Britain's Peter Norfolk wins his fifth Australian Open quad wheelchair singles title with victory over David Wagner.
Gerrard welcomes Suarez return (05.02.2012 13:42:12)Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard says the impending return of Luis Suarez can be the catalyst for the Reds earning Champions League qualification.
Ferrari unveil innovative new car (03.02.2012 15:27:50)Ferrari unveil their 2012 Formula 1 car, saying they have a "responsibility" to win from the start of the season.
Lawrie triumphs in Qatar Masters (05.02.2012 14:58:52)Scotland's Paul Lawrie shoots a final-day 65 to win the Qatar Masters and continue his fine start to 2012.
Rhythmic gymnasts launch appeal (24.01.2012 20:08:45)Britain's rhythmic gymnasts launch an appeal against their exclusion from Team GB for the Olympic Games, accusing their governing body of misinforming them.
Sizing Europe beats rival Big Zeb (05.02.2012 16:42:48)Champion Chaser Sizing Europe beats old rival Big Zeb by 15 lengths at Punchestown to win the Tied Cottage Chase.
Lorenzo wants to cut bikes' speed (03.02.2012 16:54:24)Former world champion Jorge Lorenzo wants organisers to cut the top speed of the sport's new bikes for safety reasons.
Wigan 16-20 Huddersfield (05.02.2012 18:42:32)Larne Patrick runs in two tries as Huddersfield shock Wigan at the DW Stadium to ruin Shaun Wane's first game in charge.
Lock Davies cited for tip tackle (05.02.2012 19:43:59)Wales coach Warren Gatland reveals lock Bradley Davies has been cited for the tip tackle that saw him sin-binned in their win over Ireland.
Portsmouth players still not paid (06.02.2012 11:55:17)Portsmouth have still not been paid their January wages, despite former owner Balram Chainrai saying he had made up the shortfall, BBC Solent understands.
Twelve teams in Scottish Cup draw (06.02.2012 13:11:53)With four fifth-round ties yet to be decided, 12 teams enter Monday's Scottish Cup quarter-final draw at Hampden.
McClean set for Republic call-up (06.02.2012 13:30:02)Sunderland's James McClean is expected to be included in the Republic of Ireland squad for the friendly against the Czech Republic.
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