The British car industry has been given a much-needed boost following Japanese firm Honda's decision to build a new model at its UK plant. Nick Clarke reports. European Union threatens to suspend aid to Zimbabwe if planned elections are cancelled - The European Union is threatening to suspend its aid programme to Zimbabwe if President Robert Mugabe cancels elections planned for next month. The aid package is worth more than one hundred and ten million dollars. Laurence Spicer reports.
British government calls for worldwide ban on whale hunting.
The British Government has called for a permanent worldwide ban on the hunting of whales. Pioneering 75 million dollar bio-science research centre opens in London. The 53 thousand dollar Lotus Exige is a road-going version of the company's Sport Elise racer. Stephen Baker reports. Britain to raise human rights issues with Russian President during London visit.