Jesy Nelson has spoken of her pride after it was announced screenings for spinal muscular atrophy will begin earlier than planned.

Scott Mills was sacked by the BBC after bosses discovered the alleged victim in the police investigation was under the age of 16, the broadcaster has reported.

Scott Mills has released a statement after his sacking by the BBC as he addressed the police investigation into him.

The BBC knew about a police probe into DJ Scott Mills in 2017 but sacked him after receiving “new information” in the weeks before he was dismissed.

The BBC has apologised for its response after allegations about Scott Mills were raised with the broadcaster last year.

Celine Dion has announced her first series of full-length concerts since being diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome (SPS).

Scott Mills was investigated over allegations of “serious sexual offences” against a boy who was aged under 16.

Arnold Schwarzenegger has said it is “unbelievable” after receiving an honorary doctorate from Ulster University – and recalled how Belfast gave him a “breakthrough”.

Russell Brand’s trial over allegations of rape and sexual assault has been delayed until October.

DJ Scott Mills has been sacked by the BBC, it has emerged.