Reason why Thursday was chosen as 'General Election day' more than a century ago

General Elections have fallen on a Thursday since 1918
Rob Rinder inundated with support as he shares emotional Rylan Clark post

The pair had been working on the new BBC Two series, Rob and Rylan’s Grand Tour
How hanging CDs in your garden can safeguard your fruits and veggies

Gardeners are being urged to hang up old CDs in their gardens
Exact date 'heatwave' will return to UK as three regions turn orange in weather maps

Weather maps have pinpointed the exact date when a blast of heat will hit the UK
A shake-up is needed in Derbyshire – today's general election is our chance for change

Derby has empty shops, anti-social behaviour and an overstretched A&E, not unlike many UK cities. There is much to be proud of, too, but today’s general election could bring a much-needed shake-up.
'Happy face' of youngster, 8, will always be remembered as memorial garden officially opens

The event in memory of a former pupil coincided with the school’s 50th anniversary
Future looking brighter for Derby nursery school as it increases pupil numbers

It is now offering places to nine-month-olds
Popular pub restaurant near Royal Derby Hospital to close its doors and only serve hotel guests

The chain issued a statement announcing the changes