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'Taking control of my abuse story'

Olivia DeRamus set up an app in the wake of her sexual assault. Now she's ready to take on Big Tech.

1 December 2023

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The Chancellor has presented her first Budget in the Commons.

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Paula Vennells faced three days of questions about her role in the wrongful prosecution of hundreds of sub-postmasters.

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Ex-Post Office boss cries while giving evidence

Ex-Post Office boss Paula Vennells is speaking about the incident for the first time in ten years.

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Ocado has added robotic arms to its newest warehouse near Luton.

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Former sub-postmaster Jo Hamilton told BBC Breakfast she feels "guilt" after settling with the government over the Horizon IT scandal.

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Issa brother to step back after 'fixing' Asda

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CCTV shows violent raid on Co-op store

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