
Is a minimum alcohol price now more likely?
The issus of alcohol abuse and minimum pricing for alcohol are back in the news after figures revealed Scots drink 20% more alcohol than the rest of the UK.

The issus of alcohol abuse and minimum pricing for alcohol are back in the news after figures revealed Scots drink 20% more alcohol than the rest of the UK.

Northern Ireland • DUP First Minister, Peter Robinson announced that he would be stepping down for six weeks to clear his name over allegations made by the BBC’s Spotlight Programme concerning his involvement in his wife Iris’ financial dealings. Hetest

The latest from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Explanation of the process for a succession and profiles of the candidates to replace Peter Robinson as First Minister of Northern Ireland.

Peter Robinson will step down as First Minister of Northern Ireland for a period of six weeks. Arlene Foster, a former member of the UUP, takes over.

On Thursday, the UDA completed its decommissioning programme; by the weekend, however, the peace process faced crisis following news of Iris Robinson’s affairs.

Just days after LFF highlighted the 600 jobs losses in Leicestershire, further questions are being raised about the way Nottinghamshire saves £33 million.

News that the Ulster Defence Association has decommissioned, beyond use, all its weapons has received a warm welcome across the political community in NI.

Tory-run Leicestershire County Council is to cut more than 600 jobs as a way of cutting the deficit, Left Foot Forward has learned.

With the snow and ice wreaking havoc once more, questions are being asked over the SNP-led Scottish Government’s ability to cope with the bad weather.