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Justice Secretary Jack Straw has met James Bulger's mother to discuss the return to prison of her son's killer Jon Venables, a Ministry of Justice spokesman confirmed.

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The Government is set to investigate claims that Border Agency (UKBA) officials told a potential whistleblower they were "indifferent" to concerns on illegal immigrants.

Three Labour MPs and a Tory peer accused of expenses fraud said they would plead not guilty when they appeared in court for the first time.

Justice Secretary Jack Straw met James Bulger's mother today, to discuss the return to prison of her son's killer Jon Venables, a Ministry of Justice spokesman confirmed.

An award-winning female porn director has been appointed as a parliamentary hopeful for the Liberal Democrats.

A 64-year-old man with learning difficulties was "tormented to death" after being bullied by yobs for more than a decade, neighbours have claimed.

Plans for a new £30 billion high-speed rail (HSR) network, with 250mph trains, have been announced by the Government.

Thousands of parents used underhand tactics to get children into preferred secondary schools last year, it has emerged, as Government figures showed nearly one in six youngsters failed to secure their first choice place.

When 22yr old Toby Elles from Lancaster, England thought that he would try out his culinary skills, little did he know what he would create...the face of Jesus in his frying pan !

Rock star Pete Doherty has been given a 12-month driving ban and fined £500 after he admitted allowing his manager to use his Daimler without insurance.

Thousands of Network Rail maintenance workers have voted strongly in favour of strikes in a row over jobs, bringing the threat of industrial action over Easter closer.

A British journalist jailed a month ago in Gaza by Hamas has been released.

Protesters have clashed with riot police in central Athens during a demonstration to mark a nationwide general strike against the Greek government's new asusterity measures.

Sony today took the wraps of a new motion control system for its PS3 console that the company hopes will challenge Nintendo's hugely successful Wii.

Greek public transport has been halted and flights grounded as workers held another general strike to protest against painful spending cuts.

Nearly one in six children in England failed to gain a place at their first choice secondary school this year, Government figures have revealed.

Hopes that five-year-old British boy Sahil Saeed had been found were dashed today as the police chief leading the investigation in Pakistan confirmed the search is ongoing.

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Take That star Mark Owen has said he is "deeply sorry" after admitting a string of affairs behind his wife's back.

Hopes that five-year-old British boy Sahil Saeed had been found were dashed as the police chief leading the investigation in Pakistan confirmed the search is ongoing.

The five-year-old British boy allegedly kidnapped by gunmen in Pakistan has been found, it has been reported.

Public services and transport in debt-plagued Greece have ground to a halt as workers stage a third general strike in protest at the government's austerity measures.

High street retailer Morrisons has hailed "another good year" as profits climbed 21% and sales hit record levels.

Three Labour MPs and a Conservative peer will appear in court accused of theft by false accounting.

Nottinghamshire Police is the worst performing force in England and Wales, according to new figures.

A levy to pay for the Government's proposed National Care Service could take 10% off people's estates after they died, Health Secretary Andy Burnham has suggested.

The search for a five-year-old British boy held captive in Pakistan is continuing after his father returned to the UK.

Prime Minister Gordon Brown has rejected as "wrong" the criticisms of former military chiefs who accused him of starving the armed forces of funds when he was Chancellor.

Arsene Wenger accepts it will take a "miracle" for Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas to be fit for Saturday's Barclays Premier League trip to Hull.

Sam Thomas was airlifted to hospital after suffering a bad fall on the gallops at Paul Nicholls' yard.

John Higgins will begin the defence of his Betfred.com World Championship title against Barry Hawkins.

On-loan forward Landon Donovan believes his short-term spell with Everton has been a success as he prepares for his final match with the club this weekend.

Everton chairman Bill Kenwright is still hopeful there is a billionaire somewhere who wants to invest in the club.

Jenson Button believes this season in Formula One will be "a belter" and that Michael Schumacher will prove he can still compete at the age of 41.

Former England coach Duncan Fletcher has revealed Kevin Pietersen contacted him after the recently-completed one-day international series in Bangladesh as he attempts to find a way out of his batting slump.

Jason Kidd had 20 points and nine assists as the Dallas Mavericks made it 13 wins out of 13 by beating the woeful New Jersey Nets 96-87.

Felipe Massa said the lessons learned from the death of his hero Ayrton Senna saved his own life.

The battle for control of Manchester United has taken another twist following confirmation that a leading global investment bank has agreed to advise on a possible acquisition of the Old Trafford outfit by the Red Knights group.

Fabio Capello believes his England players are capable of creating history at this summer's World Cup finals in South Africa.

Tim Henman has ruled himself out of the running to be Great Britain's next Davis Cup captain because "it doesn't feel like the right time".

England seamer Graham Onions will fly back to England after being ruled out of the two-Test series against Bangladesh due to a back injury.

Portsmouth expect to be told today that Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs accept the club have entered administration legitimately.

Burnley manager Brian Laws is convinced the club can stay up because of the attacking options at his disposal.

Real Madrid director general Jorge Valdano gave under-pressure coach Manuel Pellegrini a vote of confidence in the wake of Wednesday night's Champions League exit at the hands of Lyon.

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez wants his players to start taking responsibility for their own actions instead of looking to blame team-mates.

Former Celtic hero Lubomir Moravcik has urged the club to do everything possible to keep Robbie Keane and build their team around him.

David Beckham is backing Manchester United for Champions League glory following their four-goal demolition of AC Milan at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.

David Beckham wrapped a green and gold scarf around his neck in support of Manchester United's fans after an emotional reunion at Old Trafford.

One of the positives to emerge from the John Terry and Ashley Cole sex scandals is that England’s boss Fabio Capello will now hammer his men into line.

Keith Senior escaped with a £500 fine last night as details emerged of his foul-mouthed referee rant.

Dwain Chambers has revealed how fatherhood has given him a new perspective on life.

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Rafa Benitez's job is once more in question following rumours that he has put his house on the market.

Jenson Button can't wait to race Michael Schumacher - even though the German legend is 41.

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