A cross-party group of MPs are backing plans which would ensure councils maintain playgrounds, and that new developments include play areas.

The June 6 1944 invasion of Nazi-occupied France used the largest-ever armada of ships, troops, planes and vehicles to breach German defences.

It comes as Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said the ECHR had become a “sword used to attack democratic decisions” and launched a review into whether she would commit to leaving the agreement. It’s ...

Anas Sarwar is hoping the results of the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse by-election could help Labour oust the SNP in the 2026 Holyrood election.

Kemi Badenoch has insisted that the Conservatives are still the main opposition to Labour despite her party slumping to fourth in a Holyrood by-election this week.

Forecasters said Saturday is expected to be a very showery day, with frequent heavy showers – some thundery – with gusty winds and hail. Up to 40mm of rain could fall over the course of a few hours – ...

Allwyn has warned retailers it will need to carry out the tech switchover ‘one weekend’ over the summer months.

Researchers found the blood test was 95 accurate in picking up people with the disease, with very few cases missed.

David Beckham is to be awarded a knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours, according to reports. The former England captain will appear on the list due to be released next week, the Sun reported, ...

The future homes standard (FHS), set to be published in autumn, will likely require new builds to have solar panels and heat pumps by default.