Events are moving so fast and what in one moment seems impossible, the next is happening. I'm sure historians will, in time, provide theories and analysis, but for now I think most of us simply want the tide stemmed.

There's a loss of faith in the banking system that for so long has been the backbone of prosperity and growth.

In Scotland, the indication is that for the Westminster elections at least, Labour voters are satisfied with their government.

The Tories seem unable to make any impact north of the border.

I will take a short time out from being in Parliament when the baby is born but I'll still be doing my constituency work - just with another baby in tow.

Connecting people to jobs and to each other is absolutely vital to a city's economy (and to the wider economy).

Both the velodrome and the Commonwealth swimming pool are open to the public and are frequently used by local schools and the local community. Over the last six years young people have been inspired to take up swimming and cycling more seriously; some of them are now coming through as Olympic champions or hopefuls.