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Pair released over man's farm death

Two men who were arrested in connection with the death of a man on a farm are released without further action.

Vaccine developed for farm disease

Farmers in Cornwall will have a vaccine to protect sheep and cattle against the Schmallenberg Virus by the summer.

Pregnant woman refused on ferry

A heavily pregnant British woman is refused permission to board a cross-Channel ferry from France to England.

MPs seek water poisoning apology

Politicians from Cornwall will lobby the government to press for more research into the Camelford water poisoning 25 years ago.

Officer facing misconduct inquiry

A well-known Cornish police officer is suspended following an allegation of serious misconduct.

Cornwall reach Twickenham final

Cornwall are heading for Twickenham after reaching the final of the rugby union County Championship with a win over Hertfordshire.

Olympic torch 'generated millions'

The Olympic torch relay cost Cornwall £121,000 but generated nearly £4m for the local economy, Cornwall Council says.

Artist's coastal painting marathon

Artist in year-long SW Coast Path marathon

VIDEO: SW political week in 60 seconds

Lucie Fisher reviews the political headlines

Cornwall joy at County final spot

Cornwall boss Dave Thomas is proud of his side as their 41-29 win over Hertfordshire sends them to their first County Championship final since 1999.

Devon cruise to 66-run Cornwall win

Devon crush rivals Cornwall by 66 runs to get their first win of the season in the MCCA Trophy group stages.

Truro wait before naming new boss

Truro City chairman Peter Masters says the club is unlikely to appoint a new manager until next month.

From Cornish mines to Fijian rugby

Cornish-born Plymouth Albion flanker Sam Matavesi reflects on his surprise call-up to the Fijian national team.

Launceston trio to face charges

Launceston trio Ben Hilton, Tim Mathias and Barrie-John Chapman cited after match against Worthing in April.

Bright backing Cornwall defence

Cornwall winger Richard Bright is confident that the Duchy's defence can hold out against Hertfordshire.

Albion boss targets forward signings

Plymouth Albion head coach James Shanahan says bolstering the club's forwards with experienced players is one of his main priorities.

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We're not sneering, says Cameron

David Cameron says he would never employ anyone who "sneered" at Conservative activists, and praises them in an email for their "duty and decency".

Marks and Spencer sees profits fall

Marks and Spencer reports a big fall in annual profits, as troubles in its clothing division continue.

Murder prompts police inquiry call

The family of a woman murdered by her ex-partner call for a public inquiry into how complaints of domestic violence are handled by police.

UK governments 'hold back Scotland'

The policies of past and present Westminster governments have held back Scotland, Holyrood's SNP administration claims in an economic document on independence.

Bed-sharing 'raises cot death risk'

Sharing a bed with your newborn baby increases the risk of sudden death syndrome - commonly known as cot death - fivefold, research suggests.

Final reading for gay marriage bill

The government's same-sex marriage bill will receive its third and final Commons reading later after surviving resistance from Conservative opponents.

NHS urged to improve use of drips

The lives of hospital patients who are put on a drip are being placed at risk by poor attention by staff to intravenous fluid care, experts warn.

Sir Cyril abuse claim inquiry widens

Police investigate 10 people over allegations of sex abuse at a residential school after claims ex-MP Sir Cyril Smith abused boys there.

Ferguson is named Manager of Year

Sir Alex Ferguson is named Manager of the Year after guiding Manchester United to a 20th Premier League title in his final season before retiring.

Back-to-work scheme failing, say MPs

A scheme to help the unemployed find work appears to be failing the most disadvantaged jobseekers, MPs on the Work and Pensions Committee say.

Multi-buy ban 'cuts alcohol sales'

The amount of alcohol sold in Scottish shops has fallen by 2.6% in the year since multi-buy promotions were banned, research suggests.

School cuts 'no harm to standards'

A think tank report argues that 18% of public spending on schools could be cut without damaging standards.

Chief inspector of GPs post created

A chief inspector of GPs is to be appointed as part of a push to improve services outside of hospitals, ministers are set to announce.

FE college teaching 'must improve'

An advisory group for Labour calls for a tougher line on teaching standards in further education colleges.

Baby disabled after jaundice error

A baby was left deaf and blind because a trainee midwife did not recognise signs of jaundice within days of his birth, a health trust admits.

Vaccine developed for farm disease

A vaccine to protect sheep and cattle from a livestock virus spread by midges has been approved by government vets.

Grounded cruise ship refloated

A small cruise liner which ran aground in the waters of Oban Bay, with 112 people on board, is refloated.

UK astronaut given station date

UK astronaut Tim Peake is to fly to the International Space Station, launching on a Soyuz rocket in November or December 2015.

First crane egg in 400 years laid

A nesting crane lays the first egg laid by that breed of bird in southern Britain in more than 400 years.

Gove proposes split in exams system

Secretary of State for Education Michael Gove says its time for England, Wales and Northern Ireland to go their separate ways on GCSEs and A-levels.

Games numbers 50% below target

The organisers of the World Police and Fire Games confirm the number of athletes who have signed up to take part so far is almost 50% below the 10,000 target.

Devolution inquiry hits the road

An inquiry into the future of devolution is inviting the public to have its say at the first of a series of drop-in sessions taking place across Wales.

Prosecution in April case due to end

The prosecution case against the man accused of murdering five-year-old April Jones is expected to conclude later.

Flightless penguin puzzle 'solved'

The underwater prowess of the penguin may have cost the bird its ability to fly, scientists believe.

Salmon firm under fire over farms

Scotland's biggest producer of farmed salmon faces renewed calls to move its farms away from wild salmon rivers to prevent parasite transmission.

Tweet cyclist 'lucky to be alive'

A cyclist says he is lucky to be alive after he was hit by a car whose driver is later believed to have tweeted about the crash.

DIY 'possible cause' of house blast

A family member carrying out a home DIY job may have caused an explosion which killed two people and left a third in hospital, say police.

Wilkinson ready for Lions call-up

Jonny Wilkinson says he will do everything possible to be fit enough to answer a Lions injury call if he is needed.

Rodwell called up to England squad

England call up Manchester City midfielder Jack Rodwell for the friendlies against Republic of Ireland and Brazil.

Pietersen still doubtful for Ashes

England batsman Kevin Pietersen is still not sure he will be ready to face Australia in the Ashes this summer.

Do white South Africans have a future?

World Affairs Editor John Simpson examines the growing crisis faced by South Africa's white communities.

Keeping alive Gaza's culinary traditions

Despite food shortages and power cuts, people in Gaza are fighting to preserve their distinct cuisine, as Yolande Knell reports.

How do you scrap an aircraft carrier?

HMS Ark Royal is to be towed to a breakers' yard in Turkey. But how exactly do you scrap an aircraft carrier?

Police search MP Nigel Evans' office

Police search the Commons office of Deputy Speaker Nigel Evans in relation to a "serious arrestable offence".

Cleric Abu Qatada refused bail

Radical cleric Abu Qatada is refused bail by an immigration tribunal in his latest bid for freedom.

PM warns overseas territories on tax

David Cameron has called on British overseas territories to "get their house in order" and sign up to international treaties on tax.

VIDEO: House of Commons

MPs reject further legal protection for teachers and registrars opposed to same-sex marriage.

VIDEO: Father faces child death charges

A British man who is reported to have confessed to killing his two young children is expected to appear before a French prosecutor on Monday to be formally charged with their murders.

VIDEO: Ark Royal makes final journey

The Royal Navy's former flagship, the Ark Royal, leaves its home port of Portsmouth for the final time, bound for a scrap yard in Turkey.

VIDEO: Church of Scotland backs gay clergy

The Church of Scotland's General Assembly has voted to allow gay people in civil partnerships to become ministers.

VIDEO: Princes open Help for Heroes centre

The Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry have opened a new recovery centre for Help for Heroes in Wiltshire.

VIDEO: Celebrity gardeners at Chelsea Flower Show

The Chelsea Flower Show celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.

VIDEO: Morecambe & Wise get memorial plaque

A memorial plaque dedicated to Morecambe & Wise is unveiled at Teddington Studios

VIDEO: Propaganda: Art or political rhetoric?

Governments have long used newspapers, posters and leaflets to try and influence what people think, but a new exhibition is showing that there could be much more to it.

VIDEO: David Beckham's emotional farewell

Emotional David Beckham plays last home match at Paris Saint-Germain.

Calculate your inflation rate

The BBC's new inflation calculator works out your own household's rate

The rise of food swapping

The people who trade garlic for ice cream

How does your team fare in fans' league table?

How does your football club's attendances match up?

Foreign comedians stand up for the UK

Why foreign comedians love the British comedy business

Shifting arguments for the New Bus

Shifting arguments for London's new bus

Puppetry Festival's 50th anniversary

International Puppetry Festival at Colwyn Bay - 50 years ago

Our love-hate relationship with gnomes

Our love-hate relationship with gnomes

The secret colonies of graffiti artists and skateboarders

The hidden places where graffiti artists and skaters gather

Could RBS stay in an independent Scotland?

Could RBS and Bank of Scotland keep their homes there?

Papers mull Cameron 'humiliation'

Papers claim prime minister is facing 'humiliation' in the Commons