Brexit: Theresa May plans ‘robust’ response to Lords defeat
Craig TaylorNo 10 says the House of Lords defeat in a key vote risks tying negotiators’ hands in Brexit talks. BBC News – UK
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Amber Rudd resigns as home secretary
“I inadvertently misled” MPs over illegal immigrant removals targets, says Ms Rudd in her letter to the PM. BBC News – UK
Sainsbury’s and Asda in merger talks
Talks to combine the two British supermarket chains are at an “advanced” stage, Sainsbury’s says. BBC News – UK
Health bosses criticise visa rules over doctors shortage
Health bosses warning patients are facing delays and rotas going unfilled because of cap on non-EU workers. BBC News – UK
Companies sign up to pledge to cut plastic pollution
More than 40 firms including Coca-Cola have promised to reduce harmful packaging. BBC News – UK
Alfie Evans’ life support withdrawn, father says
Tom Evans says son Alfie has been breathing on his own after life support was withdrawn on Monday. BBC News – UK