easing

On Friday night north-western parts of the UK, especially Northern Ireland and Scotland, are likely to see some outbreaks of rain, probably easing away later in the night to leave some clearer spells.

But they also say easing the stalemate will be difficult.

Despite extreme winds easing, a yellow Met Office weather warning remained in place across Wales until 18:00 GMT on Sunday.

"Latest figures continue to show improving levels of demand for mortgages, as an easing in mortgage rates boost buyer confidence," said Amanda Bryden, head of mortgages at Halifax.

Tory shadow health secretary Edward Argar said the government's bill "started from a place of good intentions" and he supported the objectives of easing pressures on the NHS and preventing children taking up addictive habits.