A colony of Humboldt penguins, a rare okapi calf and a critically-endangered, cotton-top tamarin baby are among the new arrivals totted up in the annual stocktake at a Hampshire zoo. Marwell Zoo, near ...

A minister has said he is “absolutely” confident that the Government will meet its pledge of 1.5 million homes this Parliament, as ministers have promised £350 million more for affordable housing.

Out of contract Sky customers will see their monthly bill rise by £1.50 a month, which adds up to £18 extra a year, from Friday.

Andrew Graystone, a long-time advocate for abuse survivors, accused the Church of “shocking arrogance,” and said the Synod had “voted for a measure that will leave the power of bishops completely ...

Sir Keir Starmer, as well as devolved leaders from Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, have been invited the event, it is believed.

Government minister Alex Norris said the UK was not simply following the US in not signing a declaration at the close of the AI Action Summit.

Northern Ireland’s First and deputy First Minister are expected to meet the King at Windsor Castle later. Michelle O’Neill and Emma Little-Pengelly will attend a political event which is also expected ...

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley blamed the Home Office for failing to introduce strengthened rules.

Survey conducted for climate charities finds strong support for improving roads and upgrading the rail system – but not a third runway.

The regulator said it would probe whether delays to the plans mean England’s largest water firm has breached its licence.

More cycle lanes and footpaths are on the way for Norfolk after the county was handed a £4.4m boost to help get people to consider healthier alternatives to driving. The multi-million boost, split ...

The company is at the centre of a looming crisis facing the motor finance industry, with lenders facing potentially hefty compensation bills.