Government failings allowed Covid ‘to spread like wildfire’ in care homes, inquiry finds

Simon Levy’s second murder victim, Sheryl Wilkins, could have been saved, senior Met officer admits.

Vladimir Putin says the plan could be the “basis” for peace but warns Russia is prepared to fight on.

The chancellor says he wants to lower taxes but only in a responsible way that does not risk inflation.

Rishi Sunak says tax cuts would fuel inflation, while Liz Truss argues a recession can be averted.

Moscow moves to secure the key connector and repair it as soon as possible after the explosion.