U.K.

Rail Workers Back Strikes In Union Ballot
The threat of Easter train travel disruption is looming after the RMT union said a ballot of Network Rail maintenance workers showed 77% supported strike action.

London Underground To Cut 800 Workers
London Underground has announced it is axeing 800 staff under plans to save £16m a year.

Teen Dies 'After Being Bullied At School'
A 13-year-old schoolgirl described as "bright and friendly" apparently hanged herself after she was bullied at school.

Frosty Welcome For UK Electronic Borders Plan
Government claims over the roll-out of its new electronic border controls are "not credible", according to opposition parties and some travel operators.

Latest Sky News UK Weather Forecast
Ireland and central Britain will be mainly fine today after a frosty start, with a few mist and fog patches.

Details Of 250mph Rail Network Revealed
Plans for a 250mph high-speed rail network between London and Scotland via Birmingham have been set out by the Government.

Revealed: The Worst Police In The Country
Nottinghamshire Police is the worst performing force in England and Wales, a national watchdog has said - with Cleveland Police getting the best rating.

Married MPs Told To Repay Expenses Cash
Married Labour MPs Alan and Ann Keen have been ordered to repay £1,500 in expenses.

Firefighters Tackle Major Blaze In London
More than 100 firefighters have brought a blaze at a restaurant and office in Shoreditch, east London, under control.

John Lewis Staff To Share £151m Bonus Pot
All John Lewis employees are to receive a bonus equivalent to eight weeks' pay after the group announced pre-tax annual earnings of £306.6m.