1Fears grow for "The Hobbit" movie as producers look to move the production off-shore due to a stand-off between actors and producers.

2A Supreme Court judge under investigation for alleged conflict of interest has resigned.

3Police are to review the Crewe murder case which resulted in the conviction and pardoning of Arthur Allan Thomas.

4Thousands of Year 11 students have stayed home today as teachers took a second day of strike action.

5Canterbury homeowners are disappointed at the Earthquake Commission's first major report assessing the damage and the potential for rebuilding.

6The deepest spending cuts since World War II have prompted massive protests in London.

7Massive protests against the raising of the retirement age in France are continuing, although there is growing acceptance that the controversial pension plan will proceed despite opposition.

8Other news.

9Top Government officials have questioned whether each district needs a health board.

10Other news.