The Environment Agency revealed poor performance from all nine water and sewerage firms in England despite expectations for incidents to decrease.

The RSPCA has issued a warning to the public as it braces for an "influx" of snake sightings amid warmer weather conditions.

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander expressed concern that ‘checks and balances’ are being used to ‘frustrate the delivery of ...

Scotland bounced back in emphatic fashion to round off their Pacific tour with a 41-12 victory over Samoa. Seven Scotland players notched tries at Eden Park in Auckland as Gregor Townsend’s side ...

Humphries sealed a maiden title in Blackpool last year and is aiming to join Rod Harrington, Phil Taylor and Michael van Gerwen in winning it in successive years. He is used to joining select clubs ...

John Swinney has pledged to “turn the heat up” on the UK Government to allow a second independence referendum as part of his latest strategy to achieve separation.

Is it against the law to leave your child? What age is it okay to leave them? The NSPCC has the answers for you ...

James Wade says he feels more relief than pride when he overcomes the challenges of bipolar disorder and performs at his best. The 42-year-old was diagnosed with the mental health condition in 2009 ...

Overnight joint-leader Christian Bezuidenhout’s start to day two at The Open did not go entirely to plan on his return to Royal Portrush.

Former England captain Paul Ince has been banned from driving and ordered to pay £7,085 after admitting drink-driving. The 57-year-old appeared at Chester Magistrates’ Court on Friday where he ...

Advent International will buy a 70 stake in Reckitt’s essential home business, which also includes brands such as Air Wick.

Comedian Tina Fey and Black Mirror creator Charlie Brooker will also feature during the four-day event next month.