Photos show winter solstice traditions around the world as celebrations mark 2023's shortest day

Yousaf acted as ‘human shield’ for ‘disgraced’ Matheson, claims Tory leader

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Confidence in Tory leadership falls to levels last seen when Truss PM – poll

MPs call for more action to boost school attendance ratesTrump to learn whether High Court claim over dossier allegations can continue

Illegal XL bullies may be put down if owners are non-compliant, police head saysMPs warn councils need billions a year to end ‘out of control’ crisis

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