Online Safety Bill ignoring ‘epidemic of scams’ faced by the UK, experts warn

New laws must be used to make sure online platforms protect their users from scams, the government has been warned.

Sixth-grade girl injures three people after opening fire with handgun

Three people have been shot after a young girl brought a gun to her school and opened fire.

Single-use plastic bags will cost 10p at all shops in England from 21 May

The 5p charge for single-use plastic bags is going to double to 10p from 21 May, the government has confirmed.

Sixth-grade girl injures three people after opening fire with handgun

Three people have been shot after a young girl brought a gun to her school and opened fire.

UK wants to host 97 international sport events in next decade – including the 2030 World Cup

The UK has chosen almost 100 international sporting events it hopes to host over the coming decade.

Face mask rule for high school students may be lifted within weeks

Secondary school students could soon find themselves no longer required to wear face coverings.

Harry and Meghan share new picture of son Archie on his second birthday

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have shared a new photograph of their son Archie to mark his second birthday.

Five things to look out for in the Scottish election results

This year's Scottish election is high-profile and has far-reaching consequences for the future of the UK.