The Queen is suffering from significantly diminished reserves of energy after falling ill with a chest infection several weeks ago.

Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thani will begin their state visit on Tuesday.

Sean Morrish, 53, was at his elderly stepfather’s home in Bexleyheath on August 2 when he lost his temper and repeatedly punched him in the face. The pensioner, who was sitting in a chair throughout ...