Treating the North like a lab is a blatant misuse of power, writes DAVID BLUNKETT

The lockdown measures being debated in Parliament are so extraordinary that they are almost comical. If passed, they will make it illegal for two people to dance together – or even be in the same room – unless they live in the same household.  The restrictions will also forbid groups of more than six to … Read more

Ministers refuse to commit to closing ‘blatant’ loophole

Ministers refuse to commit to closing ‘blatant’ loophole that allowed a gambling firm to dodge £3.5million fine after addict’s suicide Chris Bruney lost a total of £119,000 in the five days before his death, but instead of shutting his account Winner.co.uk plied him with cash bonuses and free bets Playtech tried to avoid punishment by closing … Read more