The White House press secretary said the corporation had to ‘correct and take down’ a story but a BBC spokesperson said it ‘did not remove ...

The regulator, the Office of Rail and Road (ORR), published a report which found travellers face ‘inconsistent treatment and outcomes’.

The package for mayoral authorities is expected to include funding to extend the metros in Tyne and Wear, Greater Manchester and the West Midlands.

Speaking ahead of the engagements, Hilary Benn said the Government is committed to repealing and replacing the Legacy Act.

SNP leader John Swinney and the Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar are both expected to campaign in Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse on Wednesday.