Andy Burnham will pledge to restore confidence in government and give people “breathing room” when he becomes prime minister on Monday. The new Labour leader will set out his domestic priorities in ...

Russia has launched several large-scale attacks on Kyiv in recent weeks as Ukraine faces a shortage of Patriot air defence missiles.

Cairngorms park officials have said the large-scale wildfire affecting the region is now “largely surrounded”, and expect evacuated residents to be able to return home “later today”. On Sunday ...

The incoming prime minister has not confirmed reports that he is considering approving new fossil fuel production.

Mr Burnham, who becomes prime minister on Monday, has previously said he wants to see more public control of key utilities, including water. Reports have suggested he is preparing to temporarily ...