Thousands of homes have been evacuated in christchurch, new zealand, after two separate fires have combined, covering nearly 5,000 acres. And, a century of the wrens the navy marks the formation of the Womens Royal Naval Service during the first world war. Its 5. 00pm. Our main story is that a potential deal to end the long running dispute on Southern Rail has been rejected by members of the Train Drivers union, aslef. In a ballot, 54 voted against the proposal which had been negotiated by the unions leaders. Southern says its hugely disappointed and will be seeking more talks as soon as possible. The union is expected to try to renegotiate the deal. But, for the moment, it means there is still no end in sight to the disruption on one of britains busiest commuter networks. 0ur correspondent, john young, is at Brighton Railway station where many commuters affected by the Southern Rail dispute travel from. More from you and what people have been saying there today . more from you and wha
Subsequently left the navy and then re enlisted at the outbreak of the second world war, and here, we have her Identity Book for that. And there it is, wren number one. In a hundred years, Women Sailors have gone from medics to marines, and from cooks to commanders. Theyve had to prove themselves, which they did really well. After that it was for the other women to embrace that change and they took it forward and its continued to go forward. Now called sailors, not wrens, women have seen a century of naval change. For those like win price, the exhibition is a proud salute to our nautical heritage. Duncan kennedy, bbc news in portsmouth. Todays tributes to the Womens Royal Naval Service there. Newsnight is about to begin on bbc two. President Trumps Press Conference was one of the strangest any of us can remember. Well biamou lies in what it says about the president and his administration. On bbc one we nowjoin the bbcs news teams where you are. Welcome to sports day with you first. A h
Subsequently left the navy and then re enlisted at the outbreak of the second world war, and here, we have her Identity Book for that. And there it is, wren number one. In a hundred years, Women Sailors have gone from medics to marines, and from cooks to commanders. Theyve had to prove themselves, which they did really well. After that it was for the other women to embrace that change and they took it forward and its continued to go forward. Now called sailors, not wrens, women have seen a century of naval change. For those like win price, the exhibition is a proud salute to our nautical heritage. Duncan kennedy, bbc news in portsmouth. Todays tributes to the Womens Royal Naval Service there. Newsnight is about to begin on bbc two. President Trumps Press Conference was one of the strangest any of us can remember. Well biamou lies in what it says about the president and his administration. On bbc one we nowjoin the bbcs news teams where you are. Welcome to sports day with you first. A h
A second ballot is being held at Muirfield Golf Club on whether to admit female members. A previous vote at the privately owned links course fell short of the majority required to change membership policy. The result is expected mid march. Says he wants the grow the game. Ido i do believe that if we are to grow participation in the game, Familygat Grow Participation in the game, family 2 at the heart grow participation in the game, familyg at the heart of grow participation in the game, family 2 at the heart of that family golf is at the heart of that strategy. I still believe that getting more women as members of golf clubs, more women bringing children to play, clubs creating opportunities for Young Children to play, or even new facilities growing for children to learn to play, that is what is important for future generations. Great britains davis cup quarter final against france in april will be played on an indoor clay court in rouen, normandy, it was announced today. The last time
Children are losing interest in exercise from as early as seven years old. In sport could there be two titles for chelsea this season . The premier League Leaders are through to the semi finals of the fa cup, after beating Manchester United. Also this morning do you recognise this famous face . It is fascinating seeing the faces of people as i walk down the street. She was a big part of one of our favourite childrens tv shows. You may have guessed where she is from but we will reveal it later. It is not as cold today as it was yesterday. Today will be cloudy as well but there will be sunny breaks and in the sunshine it will feel quite mild for of year. In the north of scotland we have gales, severe gales and heavy wintry showers. More details on about 15 minutes. Good morning. First, our main story. Parliament has passed the brexit bill, paving the way for the uk to begin the formal process of leaving the European Union. Meanwhile, it looks like theresa may will reject Nicola Sturgeons