PM and deputy give unequivocal commitment to deal that ‘does what it says on the tin’ at launch of coalition’s mid-term review

Council chief Nick Forbes wants an independent body to take over allocation of local authority funding, claiming political ‘abuse’

Against all evidence, the Royal College of Physicians is looking for role models to help us live healthier lives

National Farmers Union estimates rains in 2012 cost the industry £1.3bn from poor harvests and higher food bills for cattle

Congregation pay tribute to man who died after Christmas Eve attack as bishop describes community’s shock and outrage

Police investigate incident in Leicester where Islamic group faces protests over plans to open centre in disused Scout hut