12 March 2012 Last updated at 16:56 ET

Go-ahead for right-to-die hearingTony Nicklinson

A paralysed man who wants a doctor to be able to lawfully end his life can proceed with his "right-to-die" case, a High Court judge rules.

A hosepipe being usedSouth-east facing hosepipe bans

Seven water companies across southern and eastern England are to impose hosepipe bans from 5 April amid drought conditions, it is announced.

Ed Miliband, left, with Ed BallsTop earner tax breaks 'must end'

Labour urge the government to "reverse" cuts to child tax credits and working tax credits by cutting highest earners' pension tax breaks.

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