Most economists think the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee will cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points to 4 on Thursday.

A man who has raised £100,000 for charity since his terminal cancer diagnosis is set to take on a 588-mile walking challenge. Paul Dennington’s “March Through Life” will see him stroll 588 miles over ...

A surfing competition with a difference drew thousands of spectators to a beach near San Francisco, as dogs of all sizes took to the waves. Labs, terriers and spaniels were among dozens of dogs riding ...

Labour MP Sir Chris Bryant says he was sexually abused as a teenager by the head of the National Youth Theatre, Michael Croft. Sir Chris said Mr Croft, who died in 1986, had invited him to dinner ...

Rescue teams are continuing efforts to reach a group of miners trapped inside a copper mine in Chile that collapsed during a moderate earthquake. The mine’s director confirmed on Saturday that the ...

Virgin Media O2 is set to continue its 3G switch tomorrow (August 4), which could leave some customers unable to use mobile data. The UK's major mobile providers, including EE, Vodafone and Three, ...

The BBC has launched an investigation into alleged cocaine use by two Strictly Come Dancing stars. Reports suggest the Strictly stars' drug use was discussed on the BBC dancing show, according to The ...

A traditional Lake District home, with more than an acre of land boasting riverside access, has joined the market for over one million pounds.

Willow of Millom CIC celebrated its first anniversary last month and is hoping to be the reason why more people come to Wellington Street.

A home in the Lake District with ‘panoramic’ views, a gym, cinema room, sauna and steam room is for sale. This detached six-bedroom house is situated at the end of a prestigious private drive on the ...

A characterful period property in the Lake District has joined the market for offers over one million pounds. This ‘substantial’ detached home in Keswick enjoys a spectacular vista over the majestic ...