The prime minister apologises to victims of forced adoption

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Tens of thousands of babies were given up by mothers who had no choice. Sir Keir Starmer says sorry on behalf of the British state. Not all of the stories are the same - we hear from someone who says that being adopted gave him opportunities and hope. Also today, at least 18 have been killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv. Sarah Rainsford reports from the Ukrainian capital. Morgan McSweeney - the Prime Minister's former closest advisor and Chief of Staff - gives a rare interview to the BBC, and shares memories of preparing for government, the winter fuel cut, and handling President Trump. It's one of the greatest venues in world sport - and as England prepare for a showdown with Mexico at the intimidating Azteca Stadium, we speak to Peter Reid who played there for England in 1986 when they were defeated by Argentina and Maradona's infamous Hand of God. And Evan and I discuss Andy Burnham's ideas for devolution for our weekly chat Figuring It Out.