Johnson suggested he ‘thought Covid was nature’s way of dealing with...

Former chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance hit out in his diaries about ‘quite a bonkers set of exchanges’ featuring the ex-prime minister.

Met Office issues amber weather warnings as Storm Ciaran approaches

The forecaster has warned of a danger to life from strong winds and possible flying debris.

Council fights plans to house migrants at former Dambusters airbase

West Lindsey District Council says a decision to use land at the disused RAF Scampton – where the Dambusters were based – should be quashed.

Starmer battles to maintain Labour discipline over Israel-Hamas war

Sir Keir Starmer rejected calls to push for a ceasefire, arguing that a humanitarian pause was the only credible route forward.

Sections of Newry under water as flooding hits Northern Ireland

The banks of the city’s canal burst after a night of relentless rain across counties Down, Armagh and Antrim.

Fewer people ‘think relations between Protestants and Catholics have...

The findings come in the latest Good Relations Indicator report published by The Executive Office.

‘Jaws mayor’ Johnson faced ‘wrong crisis’ in Covid-19, ex-adviser Ca...

Messages shown to the official inquiry showed aides including Dominic Cummings venting their frustrations.

Johnson didn’t think Covid was a ‘big deal’ in March 2020 – Cummings...

Former Downing Street communications director Lee Cain was appearing at the UK Covid-19 Inquiry ahead of his old ally, Dominic Cummings.

Sarwar: Starmer’s comments on Israel and Gaza ‘hurtful’

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer appeared in an interview to back cutting off water and power to Gaza – remarks he has since rowed back on.

Sunak puts economy and public safety at heart of King’s Speech plans

The Prime Minister updated his Cabinet ahead of the King’s Speech on November 7.

Pomp and pageantry welcome King and Queen to Kenya

Charles and Camilla were warmly greeted by Kenya’s President William Ruto and his wife First Lady Rachel Ruto.

Cigarette-style warning labels could reduce meat consumption, study...

Researchers at Durham University looked at how warning labels could affect consumers’ choices.

Scottish Government stance on messages ‘shameful’, says Covid bereav...

First Minister Humza Yousaf said he has retained his pandemic-era messages and would be happy to give them to the inquiry.

Beach cordoned off after discovery of body

Police were called to the seafront at Eastern Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth, at 6.39am on Tuesday.

Leicester City Council leader says bankruptcy a ‘real prospect’ for...

Sir Peter Soulsby, the city’s mayor, said he feared for the future unless more financial support was given.

Ceremonial greeting for King and Queen’s visit to Kenya

Kenya’s President William Ruto and his wife, First Lady Rachel Ruto, will meet Charles and Camilla at the official residence in Nairobi.

Rare silver 16th century basin and ewer to go on display at National...

The Panmure basin and ewer from the Earl of Dalhousie is to go on display at the National Museum of Scotland this week.

Rare silver 16th century basin and ewer to go on display

The Panmure basin and ewer from the Earl of Dalhousie is to go on display at the National Museum of Scotland this week.

Pet medicine chemicals banned in agriculture found in English rivers

Environmental groups are calling for the removal of these pesticides from flea and tick treatment for dogs and cats.

Next government will have to raise tax burden just to stand still, s...

The Centre for Progressive Policy recommended focusing more on wealth taxes to pay the costs of an ageing population.