A proposed new law to reform the House of Lords appointments process would tackle cronyism and “enhance public trust”, Parliament heard. Conservative peer Lord Norton of Louth argued that the ...

China has ordered banks and other financial institutions to encourage more consumer financing and use of credit cards as part ...

He is accused of sending a series of offensive posts on social media after repeatedly referring to Mr Vine as a “nonce” and football TV commentators and pundits Lucy Ward and Eni Aluko to serial ...

Former Bank of England governor Mark Carney was sworn in as Canada’s new prime minister on Friday, and will now try to steer his country through a trade war brought by US President Donald Trump, a ...

A second union representing Scottish Water workers has announced strike action in a dispute with executives over pay following a breakdown in talks. Unite said an initial 24-hour walkout will take ...

She added: “But we do not support this Bill today. Not because we do not support the goal, as many have said – this Government strongly supports recognition of a state of Palestine – but because ...

The BBC has agreed a settlement with four of its female news presenters over employment tribunal claims including age and sex discrimination.

Micheal Martin said the Burke family’s attempt to enter the floor of the Ireland Funds event was ‘regrettable’.

The investigating magistrate in charge of the case has asked for seals to be placed on offices inside the EU Parliament.

TfL has announced changes to seven different bus routes across London, starting this Saturday, March 15. If you rely on buses, make sure to take note of these updates, which include adjustments to ...

If you want to find out more or try it for yourself, visit the World of Books website . Let's be honest. I haven't made my fortune. The books went for an average of 23p each. There's not much bang for ...

A section of the Ebbsfleet Garden City project has been affected by Natural England’s decision to designate a new protection area.