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We successful host National Careers Fairs across the country and our aim is to continuously introduce the AFC to companies and try to ensure they are fully aware of the benefits of employing from this community.
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Crimestoppers appeal for information to help find the person responsible for Julia James' murder.
Local and national contests - some delayed by Covid - are taking place in England, Scotland and Wales.
Matthew Mackell, 17, took his own life after suffering anxiety over A-Levels when his school closed.
Bristol University student Olisa Odukwe, 20, was last seen leaving his home in the city on Saturday.
The University for the Creative Arts plans to move staff and courses to other campuses.
Ahead of local elections on 6 May, we break down how Kent's local authorities spend your money.
The elections for police and crime commissioners will take place across England and Wales on 6 May.
Northern Ireland is the latest part of the UK to lift some of the restrictions designed to stop the spread of Covid-19.
Northern Ireland follows England, Scotland and Wales in allowing venues to reopen outdoors.
We answer some of your questions about England's roadmap out of lockdown, and other Covid-related issues.
The government is considering how people could prove they are unlikely to transmit Covid.
The rules on having a holiday in the UK have been relaxed - but restrictions remain.
England batsman Zak Crawley makes 90 for Kent before Yorkshire's bowlers fight back on the opening day at Headingley.
Ex-England seamer Alan Igglesden, who was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour 22 years ago, is receiving end of life care.
Kent sign Essex fast bowler Matt Quinn on loan for four County Championship matches.
Bromley continued their fine form under new boss Andy Woodman to beat Hartlepool 1-0 and move into the National League play-off places.
Ryan Broom's 90th-minute equaliser denies Gillingham all three points in their draw against Burton Albion.
Winners will be announced in the coming hours and days after 48 million people were able to vote.
Health experts want the version B.1.617.2 to be made a "variant of concern", the BBC has been told.
Clinics often cannot guarantee women can get the vaccine type required when booking an appointment.
Travel will be more expensive as airlines cannot afford to bring many planes back into service.
The shoot-out took place during a police operation in a favela in the Brazilian city.
The price rise for single-use bags will be extended to all businesses in England from 21 May.
Joe Biden has set the withdrawal deadline for 11 September, but it comes amid escalating violence.
The SNP leader was confronted by former deputy leader of Britain First Jayda Fransen outside a polling station.
The gap between poor pupils and their classmates is unlikely to narrow without intervention, researchers say.
Former Rugby League player Jarryd Hayne is jailed for more than five years for the 2018 attack.
The social media platform said the account was trying to evade Mr Trump's Twitter ban
One of the UK's rarest fish is set to benefit from a conservation project to unlock the River Severn.
Friday's front pages focus on the protest by French fishermen in Jersey waters over post-Brexit rights.
A musician and his sister in Yangon have been filming for the BBC in Myanmar in the aftermath of a coup.
As the Covid vaccine is rolled out to younger age groups, BBC News looks at what it means for anyone expecting a baby.
A chance to shoot a rare buffalo in the famed US National Park drew over 45,000 applicants.
Wing Cdr Ken Rees is said to have inspired Steve McQueen's character in the classic film.
The plot is drawn from the killing of Sophie Lancaster in 2007, who was murdered for being a goth.
Voters are heading to the polls in England, Scotland and Wales - and so are their canine companions.
Team GB and ParalympicsGB athletes will wear a kit that "represents unity in diversity" at the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Rescuers used footage of a mother duck's call to lure the young birds to safety at a busy roadside.
As the latest Starship prototype completes a successful ascent and landing, here's its route to success.
As cases of domestic abuse rise during lockdown, disabled victims can face particular challenges to escape their abusers.
The incident in Taiwan shows a tendency to allow child abuse in the name of discipline, experts say.
It's Europe's most popular cultural event and the Netherlands will host it despite battling a third Covid wave.
African countries struggled to get vaccines, but now several of them have thousands of expired doses.
Seeing loved ones suffering in India, millions of families are trying to do their best from afar.
Lockdown spurred many people to invent new products, but how did they get to market?
Singer-songwriter Rag 'n' Bone Man says he wanted his friends to rescue him from red carpets.
The US says it supports a temporary lift on vaccine patents, but some countries have pushed back.
French fishing boats protest at the port of St Helier, in dispute over access to waters around the island.
Almost all of 50 big UK firms tell the BBC staff will divide their time between home and office in future.
Owen Carey's family officially launch their campaign for a law change following his death in 2017.
There are signs infections have slowed in some regions - but is India past the worst?
Mistrust and inequality may explain why vaccine take-up is lower in the black community, say campaigners.
A spate of deaths reignites a debate about domestic violence in a country praised for gender equality.
Getting trapped in a boy band reality TV contest was just the start of Lelush's unlikely journey.
Sheffield band While She Sleeps say they've created 'a sustainable model' for the music industry.
The cost of hotel quarantine in the UK is too high for some families, who have had to delay their return instead.
Manchester United comfortably move through to the Europa League final, despite losing 3-2 to Roma in the second leg.
Arsenal's Europa League hopes are dashed as Villarreal seal a semi-final victory that almost certainly ends the Gunners' unbroken 25-season run of appearing in European competition.
Three-time Lion Matt Dawson says head coach Warren Gatland has once again got his selection right for this summer's South Africa tour.
A group of counties write to the England and Wales Cricket Board about the possibility of hosting the remainder of the Indian Premier League.
BBC Sport gathers reaction from the manager, players, pundits and more to gauge the mood after a disastrous night for Arsenal - and asks where the club goes from here.
British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland admits concerns over Johnny Sexton's "durability" were decisive in the Ireland captain's exclusion from the 37-man squad.
Tottenham and England striker Harry Kane tells BBC Sport that the all-English Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester City is "great for the national team".
Millions of people have marked their ballots, but there could be a long wait this year.
Ballots will be counted over two days with the final result for 129 seats at Holyrood expected on Saturday.
Voting has closed for the Welsh Parliamentary elections after queues outside polling stations.
Find out how to keep up to date with live election results on TV, radio, online and on social media.
National elections in Scotland and Wales and local elections in England took place on 6 May 2021.
Compare where the parties stand on key issues - from Covid-19 and the NHS to education and the environment.
The BBC is not allowed to report details of campaigning while the polls are open.
The rules on having a holiday in the UK have been relaxed - but restrictions remain.
Everyone in England and Scotland is being encouraged to take rapid coronavirus tests regularly.
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
Northern Ireland is the latest part of the UK to lift some of the restrictions designed to stop the spread of Covid-19.
The world is carefully monitoring Covid for mutations that help it spread better or resist vaccines.
As lockdown restrictions ease gradually across the UK, what are the rules about returning to work?
A new "traffic light" system for travel will classify countries as green, amber or red.
Quarantine-free overseas holidays may soon be possible, but what are my refund and travel insurance rights?
Rules on hugging and social distancing in England are being reviewed.
People 40 or over in England are now being offered a Covid vaccine as the rollout continues.
As UK coronavirus restrictions continue to be relaxed, public transport could become much busier.
Northern Ireland follows England, Scotland and Wales in allowing venues to reopen outdoors.
What is the stamp duty holiday and when will it finish?
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As the Covid vaccine is rolled out to younger age groups, BBC News looks at what it means for anyone expecting a baby.
The plot is drawn from the killing of Sophie Lancaster in 2007, who was murdered for being a goth.
Lynda Mahabir speaks about winning her case against the government over application fees for family.
The British girl group open up about Leigh-Anne keeping her pregnancy secret, and life after Jesy.
Following the death of his cousin, Dr Dan Gearon created the charity, You Okay, Doc?
Tara Tomes of East Village PR firm in Birmingham explains why she's ditching the office.
Johnny Ward is part of a four-man rowing team that has crossed the Atlantic Ocean in a single boat.
A mum believes her disabled son is being failed by the social care system.
Long Boi, who lives on the University of York campus, is described as a "celebrity" by students.
The Royal Marines are testing out a jet suit to assist in Maritime Boarding Operations.
After finishing an epic walk for charity, Mick Cullen found himself facing a fresh challenge.
The widow of a father-of-three who died with Covid says she feels "honoured" she could be with him when he died.
Hundreds of people are set to spend an hour taking stock of the past year, inside a new artwork in Hull.
Climate change, mental health and the arts: what teenagers aged 16-17 would vote for.
Joaquin Garcia jumped into the water with Folajimi Olubunmi-Adewole who died trying to rescue the woman.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab has met US Secretary of State Antony Blinken ahead of a meeting of G7 foreign ministers.
Asians in the UK share the abuse they've faced - from racial slurs to being spat at and punched.
Spoilers ahead, look away now! Line of Duty's "H" on Sunday night’s reveal and fan theories.
Five-thousand music fans attend a pilot concert held in a big top in Liverpool.
Is Wally the walrus really in Wales looking for somewhere new for lunch?
Staff from a Cardiff intensive care unit are offsetting the environmental impact of treating patients.
Fresh calls for change are being made as the deaf community continues to be disproportionately affected by the pandemic.
