The practice is linked to virginity in some cultures and has been described as a form of violence.

The official figures also show a quarter of schools with teachers and leaders' absence rates above 15%.

Firms in Scotland can move to a "hybrid" system of home and office working next week, Nicola Sturgeon confirms.

The two stair gates were placed one above the other, an inquest hears.

Britain is prepared to deploy soldiers to protect allies in Europe should Russia invade, the PM says.

Middlesex chairman Mike O'Farrell apologises for comments on black and South Asian interest in cricket that were called "painful" and "outdated" by ex-England player Ebony Rainford-Brent.

The government announces Bradford's children's services will be run by an independent trust.

The IMF says the global economy is entering 2022 in a weaker position than previously expected.