Rachel Reeves has doubled down on the need to reform the welfare system, insisting the Government must “get a grip” on it ...

Figures revealed a surprise contraction in the economy in January, in a blow to Rachel Reeves ahead of her spring statement.

Early risers were able to witness a partial lunar eclipse – or “blood moon” – before dawn on Friday. A “blood moon” is ...

Emma Reynolds, Economic Secretary to the Treasury, said: “The FCA’s review of the contactless payment limits, including removing the £100 limit on individual payments, is a welcome step to ensure that ...

It comes after reports that GAA president Jarlath Burns had criticised Gordon Lyons for not attending a senior-level GAA match. Sport falls within the responsibilities of the Department of Communities ...

Rocky Clark believes Premiership Women's Rugby fans will be treated to an instant classic as her beloved Saracens prepare to welcome ...

The crew of HMS Lancaster – which works out of Bahrain – recovered 340kg of heroin and 83kg of methamphetamine.

Former Metropolitan Police officer David Carrick has appeared at the Old Bailey accused of multiple sex attacks on a woman and a teenage girl. The 50-year-old has previously denied two counts of rape, ...

Police in Glasgow will be given greater stop-and-search powers ahead of and after Sunday’s Old Firm game. Police Scotland made the announcement on Friday ahead of the final clash of the Scottish ...

Asda has cut fuel prices by 4p per litre at all its forecourts, the retailer said, amid a drop in wholesale costs. The price reduction applies to petrol and diesel at all Asda and Asda Express branded ...

Berkeley Group has said home sales are improving but warned buyers need confidence that interest rates will fall and the economy will stabilise. The housebuilder said in its latest trading update that ...

Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Wakefield (QEGS) assistant director of sport Sam Cook lauded his side despite missing out on a national rugby ...