Boris Johnson ‘didn’t want Brexit win’
Craig TaylorBoris Johnson campaigned to leave the EU to become the Conservative “heir apparent” – and did not expect to win, Sir Alan Duncan claimed the day before June’s referendum. BBC News – UK
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Denis Donaldson death: Gerry Adams sanctioned killing claims British agent in IRA
A man who says he was a former IRA and Sinn Féin member turned British agent claims Gerry Adams sanctioned the killing of Denis Donaldson – a claim Mr Adams denies. BBC News – UK
Smoking rates in England fall to lowest on record
Smoking rates in England fall to the lowest on record at 16.9%, says Public Health England, with experts saying e-cigarettes may be behind the decline. BBC News – UK
Air rage incidents soar on UK flights
The number of so-called “air rage” incidents on UK airlines quadruple over a three-year period, according to figures seen by the BBC. BBC News – UK
Texting drivers: Penalty points and fines to double
People caught using handheld mobile phones while driving in Britain are to face “much tougher penalties”, with fines and points doubling, ministers say. BBC News – UK
East Finchley shooting victims named as mother and nephew
Two people shot dead at a north London flat are named locally as mother-of-nine Anny Ekofo and her nephew Bervil, 21. BBC News – UK