Starmer says he takes ‘full responsibility’ for Hartlepool by-election defeat

Sir Keir Starmer has said he is "bitterly disappointed" and takes "full responsibility" for Labour's defeat in the Hartlepool by-election.

Maldives ex-president critical after ‘terror attack’ as police try to identify suspects

The speaker of the Maldives parliament, who is also the former president, is in a critical condition in hospital following an explosion which is being treated as a terror attack.

‘Let the search begin!’: Kate hides copies of her lockdown photo book across Britain

The Duchess of Cambridge has invited fans to hunt for copies of her book showcasing photography from the coronavirus lockdown which have been hidden across Britain.

Man sought by police after PCSO murder was seen in a ‘very relevant location’

Police investigating the murder of community support officer Julia James say a man they wish to speak to was seen in a "very relevant location".

Gary Lineker disputes claim for £5m in unpaid taxes

Former England striker-turned TV football presenter Gary Lineker is facing a £5m tax claim from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), court documents show.

Safety fears and side effects putting people off getting vaccine, figures show

Safety fears are the most common reason for people not getting a coronavirus vaccine, official figures have shown.

England’s R number falls slightly to between 0.8 and 1

England's R number has fallen slightly to between 0.8 and 1, latest figures show.

India COVID strain declared ‘variant of concern’ in England

A coronavirus strain first detected in India has been declared a "variant of concern" by Public Health England, as cases more than double in a week.