Higher interest rates on Government debt will push up borrowing by about £10 billion in 2029-30, the IFS said.

The group said landlords have proposed doubling the rent on the site at 363 Oxford Street and is also facing a bill for renovation works.

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A breach of the UK’s cyber defences is “likely, if not inevitable,” Britain’s AI minister has warned, as he unveiled new work under way aimed at preparing the country for serious incidents involving ...

Discover Halloween events in St Helens, from pumpkin picking and family crafts to ghost tours, Farmaggedon and Newsham Scream Park in October 2026.

Air strikes on Yemen’s capital Sanaa have killed one person and injured 12 others, Yemen’s Houthi-run health ministry said. A ...

Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson is backing the Cardiff 2026 Para Fencing European Championships to leave a legacy for years to come.

He was part of Egypt’s World Cup squad this summer, and scored 10 goals for Manchester City after joining in January 2025.

The London-based firm, which is one of Europe’s biggest recruitment agencies, said its net fees were down 3 for the quarter ending September 30.

Kyle Rattray’s defence said they would look into his mental health, including whether he had autism and diminished responsibility.