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The region’s new Secretary of State said there is ‘no ideal solution’ on addressing Northern Ireland’s troubled past.

Growing up in Pakistan, the novelist experienced the euphoria of free elections and the disillusionment when vested interests reasserted themselves. She reflects on the parallels with Westminster today

In his first visit to Britain’s Parliament as monarch, King Charles III spoke of feeling the “weight of history which surrounds us” and referenced his “medieval predecessors” as he pledged to follow in his late mother Queen Elizabeth II’s footsteps and uphold the principles of constitutional monarchy

King Charles III paid tribute to his "darling late mother" and resolved to follow the late Queen's example of "selfless duty"

Later, the Queen will be taken from the Palace of Holyroodhouse to nearby St Giles’ Cathedral.

King Charles III is receiving the motion of condolence at Westminster Hall today - with Queen Consort Camilla taking her place beside her husband

The Queen’s role as head of state encompassed countless grand official functions

Earl of Shrewsbury failed to register as a lobbyist before contacting ministers about healthcare firm

A rundown of the issues affecting Northern Ireland in the overflowing Number 10 in-tray