UK News: Early intervention call to help at-risk children

EARLY intervention will improve the lives of vulnerable children, according to a government-commissioned report.

Labour MP Graham Allen's report recommends regular assessments of all pre-school children, focusing on their social and emotional development.

Jo reconstruction filmed

THE final steps of murdered Joanna Yeates were reconstructed in a bid to jog memories and catch her killer.

The tragic 25-year-old's last journey was retrodden by an actress and filmed for BBC's Crimewatch. Police also confirmed Miss Yeates did not eat a pizza she was seen buying on her way home.

Controversial healthcare law moves a step closer

THE Government will take the first step today towards passing controversial legislation that will lead to more than 150 NHS organisations being scrapped.

The Health and Social Care Bill has attracted widespread criticism from unions and policy experts worried the reforms are "too much too soon".

Under the plans, GPs will be handed the bulk of the 100 billion health budget to buy-in services for patients, and a new NHS commissioning board will oversee the process.

Ross says daughter is gay

PRESENTER Jonathan Ross revealed his eldest daughter, Betty Kitten, is gay during a radio interview.

The former BBC host said 19-year-old Betty's sexuality was no secret and said he would love his children "regardless of who they are".

Speaking on Gaydar Radio, Ross made the comments after a question asking how he would feel if his daughters brought a woman home.

Minister's plan for local TV

CULTURE Secretary Jeremy Hunt was today set to unveil his plan to make local television "a reality".

The minister was set to publish an Action Plan For Local Media and invite firms to register their interest in running the channel, which will carry local news and content, by March 1.

London: A replica of the Cenotaph and an abandoned barbecue complete with fly-infested rotting food are among the exhibits in a new show of modern British sculpture. The exhibition, which runs at the Royal Academy of Arts in Piccadilly, London, until April 7, includes more than 120 pieces.

Nottingham: A group of Royal Marines are taking over a restaurant kitchen to help raise money for charity. The cooks from 40 Commando Royal Marines are manning the kitchens at the Curry Lounge in Nottingham to cook a meal to raise money for the Royal Marines Benevolent Fund.