Royal wedding 2018: Finishing touches ahead of big day
Craig TaylorAs final preparations take place, Meghan Markle’s mother will meet the Queen for the first time. BBC News – UK
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East Coast train line to be put into public control
Rail services on the East Coast Main Line to be brought back under government control. BBC News – UK
Royal wedding: Meghan’s half-sister hopes father will attend
Meghan Markle’s half-sister wants her father to attend the royal wedding if he is well enough. BBC News – UK
IS still threatens Europe, warns MI5 chief
Andrew Parker also reveals that 12 terror attacks have been thwarted in the UK since last March. BBC News – UK
Poundworld ‘put up for sale’ after expressions of interest
The chain’s US owner postpones restructuring while it considers possible bids, the BBC understands. BBC News – UK
Grammar schools and faith schools get green light to expand
The government pledges £50m for grammar school expansion and gives councils funding for new faith schools. BBC News – UK