Immigration: Scrap targets after Brexit, CBI urges
Craig TaylorThe business group calls for a system that “ensures immigrants add to the economy” instead. BBC News – UK
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Samantha Eastwood death: Midwife ‘found in shallow grave’
The brother-in-law of Samantha Eastwood’s ex-fiance has appeared in court accused of her murder. BBC News – UK
Brexit: Police commissioners concern over ‘no deal’
Concern over loss of of access to EU agencies and powers raised in a letter to home secretary. BBC News – UK
Chuckle Brothers star Barry dies at 73
His Chuckle Brothers partner Paul says he has lost his best friend, after a 50-year career together. BBC News – UK
Surgeons’ ‘toxic’ rows added to mortality rate, says report
A report into the cardiac unit at a London hospital said the team was consumed by a “dark force”. BBC News – UK
Bank of England raises UK interest rates
The UK interest rate rises to 0.75% – the highest level since March 2009. BBC News – UK