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Media playback is unsupported on your device Contraception cuts: Warning over unwanted pregnancies 12 December 2016 Last updated at 11:16 GMT Many GPs in England have stopped providing some forms of contraception because of funding cuts, the Victoria Derbyshire programme has learned. Clinicians are warning that cuts to contraceptive services will mean "more unplanned pregnancies and abortions". Health workers tell the programme what effect any restrictions to contraception may have on unwanted pregnancies. The Victoria Derbyshire programme is broadcast on weekdays between 09:00 and 11:00 on BBC Two and the BBC News ch…

Far right group National Action to be banned under terror laws 12 December 2016 From the section UK Image copyright PA Image caption Home secretary Amber Rudd said the group 'stirs up hatred' A British neo-Nazi movement is to become the first far-right group to be banned under terrorism laws in the UK. Home Secretary Amber Rudd said National Action was "a racist, anti-Semitic and homophobic organisation". An order laid in Parlia…

Boxing Day shopping ban petition to be debated by MPs 12 December 2016 From the section UK Politics Image copyright EPA MPs are to debate calls for shops to be banned from opening on Boxing Day, after an online petition attracted more than 100,000 signatures. There are currently no controls on trading hours on that day unless it happens to fall on a Sunday, and campaigners say workers need more rest. But the government has said it will not tell retailers "how to run their shops or how best to serve…

Boxing Day shopping ban petition to be debated by MPs 12 December 2016 From the section UK Politics Image copyright EPA MPs are to debate calls for shops to be banned from opening on Boxing Day, after an online petition attracted more than 100,000 signatures. There are currently no controls on trading hours on that day unless it happens to fall on a Sunday, and campaigners say workers need more rest. But the government has said it will not tell retailers "how to run their shops or how best to serve…

Crewe Alexandra have confirmed director Dario Gradi has been suspended pending a Football Association investigation that will include looking into claims he "smoothed over" a complaint of sexual assault against a Chelsea scout in the 1970s. A former youth player at Chelsea - where Gradi was assistant manager - says he was assaulted by Eddie Heath, the club's chief scout, when he was 15. Gradi, 75, denies any wrongdoing and says he will help the FA's review. Heath, who has since died, has been accused by several people of abuse in the 1970s and 1980s. More to follow. View the full article

Crewe Alexandra have confirmed director Dario Gradi has been suspended pending a Football Association investigation that will include looking into claims he "smoothed over" a complaint of sexual assault against a Chelsea scout in the 1970s. A former youth player at Chelsea - where Gradi was assistant manager - says he was assaulted by Eddie Heath, the club's chief scout, when he was 15. Gradi, 75, denies any wrongdoing and says he will help the FA's review. Heath, who has since died, has been accused by several people of abuse in the 1970s and 1980s. More to follow. View the full article

Boy, 4, dies after being hit by car in Thame 10 December 2016 From the section Oxford Image copyright Google Image caption The boy was knocked down on Oxford Road outside Thame Leisure Centre A four-year-old boy has died after being knocked down by a car in Oxfordshire. He was struck by the vehicle outside the sports centre on Oxford Road, Thame, shortly before 10:30 GMT. The driver stopped at the scene and emergency services wer…

Jeremy Corbyn unveils 'white dove' Christmas card 12 December 2016 From the section UK Politics Image copyright PA Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has chosen a white dove on a red background as the design for his official Christmas card. The picture also spells out "2017", if one takes stands a certain distance away and stares at it for a while. Mr Corbyn's minimalist selection contrasts with cards sent by Prime Minister Theresa May and Lib Dem leader Tim Farron, who both opted for pictures by children…

Jeremy Corbyn unveils 'white dove' Christmas card 12 December 2016 From the section UK Politics Image copyright PA Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has chosen a white dove on a red background as the design for his official Christmas card. The picture also spells out "2017", if one takes stands a certain distance away and stares at it for a while. Mr Corbyn's minimalist selection contrasts with cards sent by Prime Minister Theresa May and Lib Dem leader Tim Farron, who both opted for pictures by children…

Digger crashes into Fife supermarket in 'failed raid' 12 December 2016 From the section Edinburgh, Fife & East Scotland A digger has crashed into a supermarket in Fife in what may have been a failed raid on a cash machine. The incident happened at about 02:45 on Monday at the Cooperative on Lauder Road in Kirkcaldy. A spokesperson for Police Scotland said that investigations into the incident were ongoing. Local reports show a large hole in the wall at the corner of the shop. There are no reports of any injuries. View the full article

Media playback is unsupported on your device Young Attenborough fans amazed by the documentary 12 December 2016 Last updated at 09:55 GMT The critically acclaimed Planet Earth II came to its stunning conclusion on Sunday night on BBC One. The David Attenborough series ventured around the world, from Jungles and Islands to Mountains and Cities, giving an unprecedented view of how animals survive the challenges of these habitats on earth. The documentary captured the imagination of all ages, particularly children – and we saw some young Attenborough fans amazed by the wonders of Planet Earth. See more from Planet Earth …

Media playback is unsupported on your device Young Attenborough fans amazed by the documentary 12 December 2016 Last updated at 09:55 GMT The critically acclaimed Planet Earth II came to its stunning conclusion on Sunday night on BBC One. The David Attenborough series ventured around the world, from Jungles and Islands to Mountains and Cities, giving an unprecedented view of how animals survive the challenges of these habitats on earth. The documentary captured the imagination of all ages, particularly children – and we saw some young Attenborough fans amazed by the wonders of Planet Earth. See more from Planet Earth …

Girls give FA red card over advice to get them into football 12 December 2016 From the section Tyne & Wear Image copyright Google Image caption Football is popular with both boys and girls at Lumley Junior School Pupils at a County Durham primary school have shown the red card to the Football Association over its advice to try and get more girls into the sport. A document on its website included suggestions girls should be of…

Girls give FA red card over advice to get them into football 12 December 2016 From the section Tyne & Wear Image copyright Google Image caption Football is popular with both boys and girls at Lumley Junior School Pupils at a County Durham primary school have shown the red card to the Football Association over its advice to try and get more girls into the sport. A document on its website included suggestions girls should be of…

Terror arrests: Five men and one woman arrested in police raids 12 December 2016 From the section Derby Six people have been arrested on suspicion of offences under the Terrorism Act. Four men from Derby, a man from Burton upon Trent and a woman from London have all been arrested on suspicion of engaging in the Preparation of an Act of Terrorism. Six properties in Derby, Burton upon Trent and London are all being searched as part of the investigation. All six people are currently in police custody. View the full article