SNP leader John Swinney has insisted his party is “financially strong” in the wake of an announcement its staff numbers could be cut from 26 to 16.

A motorist has appeared in court accused of causing serious injuries to a pedestrian after he was hit by a car.

A divisive bid to open a fifth McDonald’s in Thanet has taken a step forward after signage plans were given the green light. The fast food chain unveiled proposals to build the new drive-thru branch ...

Under the changes, the full 100% relief from inheritance tax will be restricted to the first £1 million of combined agricultural and business property relief, above which landowners will pay ...

David Lammy insisted Donald Trump is a “winner not a loser” as he sought to encourage the US president-elect to continue support for Ukraine. The Foreign Secretary added that he believes Mr Trump will ...

An historic building that’s fallen into a state of disrepair and has planning permission to become luxury flats is for sale with a £500k price tag.

Four suspects have been identified by police investigating potential criminal charges as part of the Post Office Horizon scandal. The Metropolitan Police said more potential suspects will be ...

A corner shop has been stripped of its licence to sell alcohol after being caught selling age-restricted products to a 13-year-old.

The mothers and sisters of Max Dixon and Mason Rist told a court of the harrowing moments following their murders and the devastating impact of losing both boys. Antony Snook, 45, was convicted of ...

In 2023, Kate, in a floor-length pale pink dress by Jenny Packham, wore the Lover’s Knot Tiara, a diamond and pearl-encrusted headpiece made in 1914, which was often worn by Diana, Princess of Wales.

Jeremy Clarkson says he has defied doctors’ orders by joining thousands of farmers in London to protest against agricultural inheritance tax changes.

The jury in a civil case against Irish mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor has been told to consider the evidence rather than providing a “hot take” in their verdict. Mr McGregor is facing an ...