Victims of sexual offences face ‘postcode lottery’ with police, says home secretary – UK politics live

Shabana Mahmood responds to claims that up to 50% of police officers on sexual violence and rape squads are traineesThe flu outbreak is “very serious” and resident doctors should accept the deal on offer to avert strike action as the NHS is under “huge strain”, Shabana Mahmood said.Asked how serious the outbreak was, the home secretary told Trevor Phillips on Sky News: “It is very serious, we’re already seeing the impact it’s having on hospitals across the country. Continue reading...