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PM Andy Burnham admits 'simple truth' about new Jackdaw gas field approval

The Prime Minister has addressed what the new Jackdaw gas field approval means for UK’s climate crisis targets

Animal trainer killed by 'famous' bear as colleagues watched in horror

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT A "friendly" and "safe" bear killed its co-star while shooting a promotional video, in an attack that was supposed to be "playful"

Hollywood star bear killed animal trainer with fatal bite in terrifying wrestling stunt

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT A Grizzly bear who shared film screen with Will Ferrell fatally attacked an animal trainer during a filmed wrestling stunt

DWP update as Child Maintenance Service plans 2 per cent charge - key details

The DWP has set out plans to make major changes to the Child Maintenance Service

Contractor Amey reveals date to repair two notoriously potholed Sheffield roads

“This whole section needs pulling up and re-laying as it covers such a large area”

Presbyterian men cloak sexism in theology, calling women equal while denying them power

Andy Burnham government tells every household to stockpile cash - and amount varies

New guidance designed to ensure that households can survive a weather, cyber or other serious emergency.

Andy Burnham government wants households to stock up on 4 types of food - full list

Government has issued a checklist to households to stockpile ahead of emergencies.

I visited Twycross Zoo's Room on the Broom Corn Maze and it's an enchanting, immersive experience

Twycross Zoo has drawn inspiration from another Julia Donaldson favourite for its latest attraction

‘It’s a huge honour’: Dominican College pupils to make Royal Albert Hall debut in annual Music for Youth Proms

‘The sport has seen incredible growth’: New padel and wellness centre opens in south Belfast

Birmingham Airport: £3.75bn economic impact and 57,000 jobs as masterplan vote opens

Birmingham Airport has published an economic report showing it contributes £3.75bn to the regional economy and supports 57,000 jobs, as public consultation continues on its masterplan to handle 30 million passengers by…

Visually impaired snooker superfan hails sport as ‘a godsend’ through adversity

‘Thundershots’ hopes to inspire other women to pick up a cue

Belfast Trust launches investigation into water issues at crisis-hit maternity hospital

Update notes there may be further delay to the project

Andy Burnham government tells every household to stock up on 9 items

Wes Streeting, the defence secretary, added that Britain also needed to prepare

People forced to jump out of way as Rotherham teenager crashes into two cars and bus

The uninsured driver reached speeds of up to 90mph and caused £10,000 of damage during the chase

Belfast playwright Martin Lynch left ‘devastated’ after Arts Council denies funding for McGurk’s Bar Tragedy production

Three arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after stabbing incident in Doagh

The man was taken to hospital for treatment for his injuries

Andy Burnham and John Healey confirm 7 changes for UK businesses with red tape slashed

Firms will get "a bit more breathing space" as the Chancellor announces new plans to cut red tape on Friday (October 23).

Tyrone man jailed for killing pensioner in crash after ignoring advice not to drive

Former athlete had been told not to drive because of epilepsy

Trafford doesn't want help to balance its books, but might need it

'I can't say that EFS is not an option. All I can say is, the ambition is to minimise and neutralise any requirement for EFS'

The Manchester streets where they fear being 'plunged into darkness'

The plans were heard at a planning committee meeting.

Plan for huge city centre tower rejected over fears it would kill historic Marble Arch pub

The beloved drinking den is one of the most famous venues in the city

'They won't let me on the bus and it's all because of my dog'

Ryan Hargreaves says he has been refused entry on multiple occasions because of his two-year-old French Bulldog Ed