Reform UKs Sarah Pochin has won the Runcorn and Helsby by election
The margin of victory was six votes.
NHS waiting lists not a driver for rise in health related benefit claims
NHS waiting lists are not driving the rise in health-related benefit claims, according to a new report..
Social care commission recommendations might not come into effect for a decade
Some of the first recommendations from a newly launched commission into adult social care in England might not be implemented until 2036..
Warmest start to May on record amid wildfires and water warnings
The UK has seen the warmest start to May on record as temperatures continue to soar, with firefighters battling wildfires and warnings over the hidden dangers of open water swimming..
Prince of Wales says he is in awe of triple amputee veteran injured in Iraq
The Prince of Wales has said he is in awe of a triple-amputee veteran who said he holds no bitterness about being injured in service..
Polls close in contests which could see Labour and Tories suffer losses
Polls have closed in a series of elections across England which could see Nigel Farages Reform UK deal blows to both Labour and the Conservatives..
Warmest start to May on record
The UK has seen the warmest start to May on record as temperatures continue to soar, prompting warnings of wildfires and the hidden dangers of open water swimming..
Transgender women to be barred from playing womens football by FA and SFA
Transgender women will no longer be able to play in womens football from June 1, 2025, the Football Association has announced..
Tens of thousands in remote areas to receive faster broadband
Around 65,000 homes and businesses including some in Scotlands most remote areas will gain access to lightning-fast broadband through a game-changer upgrade..
Council workers sent strike ballots in biggest vote of its kind in years
Tens of thousands of council workers will be balloted on strike action from Thursday in what a union is calling the biggest vote of its kind in years..
New AI tool to spot skin cancer to be used in NHS
Adults with suspected skin cancer may be initially assessed with a new AI tool after it was approved for NHS use..
Medical record errors putting patients at risk experts
Mistakes on medical records can put peoples health at risk, experts have said, as a new poll revealed almost one in four have found errors in their personal documents..
Lucy Bronze nets winner as Chelsea wrap up another Womens Super League title
Lucy Bronze headed a second-half winner as Chelsea clinched their sixth successive Womens Super League title with a 1-0 victory at Manchester United..
King shares how his cancer experience brought very best of humanity into focus
The King has poignantly reflected on his experience of cancer, saying it had brought into sharp focus the very best of humanity and telling cancer charities: You have my whole familys deepest admiration and gratitude..
Video of the moment totemic Sycamore Gap tree was cut down played in court
Mobile phone footage of the moment the famous Sycamore Gap tree was cut down and fell on to Hadrians Wall has been played to jurors..
Police officer who shot Chris Kaba to face gross misconduct proceedings
The police marksman who was cleared of murder after shooting Chris Kaba will face gross misconduct proceedings, a watchdog has said..
More than 1000 physician associates could enter NHS workforce each year
More than 1,000 physician associates (PAs) could begin their careers in the NHS every year after regulators approved dozens of courses to teach them..
Firms may need to be forced to accept cash to prevent two tier society
Businesses may need to be forced to accept coins and banknotes, to make sure the UK does not drift into a loss of cash acceptance for those who rely on it, the Treasury Committee has warned..
Government vow to recruit 6500 teachers may not address shortage watchdog
It is unclear whether the Governments pledge to recruit 6,500 more teachers will fully address staff shortages, the public spending watchdog said..
Arsenal beaten by Paris St Germain to dent Champions League final hopes
Arsenals hopes of winning the Champions League were dealt a blow after Ousmane Dembele fired Paris St Germain to a 1-0 win in the opening leg of their semi-final at the Emirates..
William and Kate on Isle of Mull
Visit aimed at supporting rural projects.
Frontman of Welsh band The Alarm dies
Mike Peters was 66 .
Sycamore Gap tree accused in court
Two men deny the charges .
Man suspected of carrying out Leeds crossbowattack has died
Two women were injured .
No criminal charges following ice hockey death
Adam Johnson was playing for Nottingham Panthers when he was hit .
Flats evacuated as 100 firefighters tackle substation blaze in west London
Around 80 people have been evacuated from their homes after a fire broke out at an electrical substation in west London..
Bone marrow tests double survival time for blood cancer patients trial finds
A highly sensitive test that detects traces of disease in the bone marrow of patients with a rare and aggressive type of blood cancer could help double their chances of survival, a first-of-its-kind trial has found..
William and Kates wedding anniversary trip begins with community halls funding
The Prince and Princess of Waless foundation is to provide funds to refurbish two community halls on a Scottish island where they will spend their 14th wedding anniversary..
Chancellor Reeves warned of tough trade offs ahead of spending review
Rachel Reeves has been warned that tough trade-offs await her at this summers spending review, as she has been urged to prioritise investment that boosts public services and standards for families..
Sex offenders to be denied refugee protection in UK under law change
Migrants convicted of sexual offences will be unable to claim asylum in the UK under a change in the law aimed at tightening border security..
Leeds turn on the style to return to the top of the Championship
Leeds edged back in front in the Sky Bet Championship title race after turning on the style to beat play-off chasing Bristol City 4-0 in a carnival atmosphere at Elland Road..
Runcorn Helsby by election Who are the candidates
A total of 15 candidates are standing in the by-election.
Keir Starmer hosts Palestinian leader as Government unveils 101m in support
Sir Keir Starmer has hosted the head of the Palestinian Authority as the UK Government announced a £101 million funding package for the occupied territories in a show of the UKs steadfast support..
Major power cut reported across Spain and Portugal
A major power cut hit Spain and Portugal on Monday, including their capitals, knocking out subway networks, phone lines, traffic lights and ATM machines..
Conclave to elect new pope will start on May 7
Catholic cardinals have set May 7 as the starting date for the conclave to elect Pope Franciss successor, delaying the secret voting for two days to help them get to know one another better and find consensus on a candidate before they are sequestered in the Sistine Chapel..
Teenager admits stabbing 15 year old to death at Sheffield school
A 15-year-old boy has admitted killing another teenager who was stabbed with a hunting knife at a school..