MIAMI, Feb.

The origin of the ‘Celtic fringe’ of genetically and culturally distinctive people in the northern and western British Isles is the source of fierce academic controversy.

Numerous Government initiatives risk overwhelming schools, according to a new report. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development has warned too much regulation can be counterproductive, placing undue pressure on teachers.

MORE than 100 ponds have now been created in a North forest to provide more wildlife habitats.

THE Government should be congratulated on its moves to protect the environment on farmland, say leaders of the Campaign to Protect Rural England, (CPRE).