Disasters group launches Ebola appeal
The Disasters Emergency Committee is to launch an appeal in response to a disease outbreak for the first time, in aid of the Ebola crisis. BBC News – UK
The Disasters Emergency Committee is to launch an appeal in response to a disease outbreak for the first time, in aid of the Ebola crisis. BBC News – UK
The last UK troops leave Helmand province in Afghanistan, as a poll suggests 68% of the UK public think the 13-year campaign was not “worthwhile”. BBC News – UK
The last UK base and a key US base in Afghanistan are handed over to Afghan security forces, ending British combat operations in the country. BBC News – UK
The cost of getting a driving licence is being cut following a recent public consultation, the government says. BBC News – UK
Increasing NHS spending in England by the £8bn health bosses warn will be needed by 2020 will be tough but possible, the health secretary says. BBC News – UK
The UK’s spending watchdog criticises ministers for failing to deport more foreign national offenders – saying performance has barely improved over eight years. BBC News – UK