The UK is prepared to take “every diplomatic step” to prevent Iran developing nuclear weapons after Israeli strikes targeted the country’s nuclear facilities, Downing Street has said. This could ...

Craig Williams, 39, of Llanfair Caereinion, served as the parliamentary private secretary to Rishi Sunak during his time as prime minister.

Ireland has advised its citizens against travelling to Israel after airstrikes on Iran overnight. The Irish premier and deputy premier said they were “deeply concerned” after Israel launched strikes ...

Cumbrian Festival, Kendal Calling have paid tribute Brian Wilson, of The Beach Boys following his passing on June 11 ...

The Conservative leader said Scots ‘deserve better’ than another five years of John Swinney’s party in power at Holyrood.

The rare Royal Mint 20p coin inspired a mini bidding war amid collectors on eBay, prior to selling for almost £125.

A PROMINENT West Cumbrian business owner has been appointed as Deputy President of motorsports international governing body.

An amber weather warning for severe thunderstorms has been issued by the Met Office advising of the risk of “intense rainfall frequent lightning, hail and gusty winds”. The warning has been issued for ...

Some 63 police officers have been injured in what has been called a “week of shame” in Northern Ireland. Disorder started in Ballymena on Monday after an alleged sexual assault of a girl in the Co ...

A man has appeared in court accused of the sexual assault and murder of a 13-month-old baby boy he was adopting. Jamie Varley, believed to have worked as a high school teacher, is also accused of ...

The King has presented new Colours to the Coldstream Guards during a ceremony at Windsor Castle, marking the regiment’s 375th anniversary. Troops from the 1st and 2nd Battalions paraded on Friday ...

Unison has recommended local government workers accept the deal, which amounts to a 4 rise this year and 3.5 next year.