The number of contactless card transactions made in 2024 increased by 3.4% annually, according to UK Finance data. Some 18.9 billion contactless transactions were made in 2024 – a 3.4% increase ...

A senior UK Catholic leader has criticised the “deeply flawed process” by which the assisted dying Bill is progressing through Parliament, as the MP behind it told of her frustration at opponents ...

Review says current system of environmental regulations not working, but conservationists warn of ‘high risk’ to nature in planning reforms.

Economists have warned US tariffs could wipe out the Chancellor’s ‘headroom’ against her debt rules, requiring more cuts or tax rises.

The poll found people still believe in the founding principles of the NHS and the majority believe it needs more money and staff.

The social media giant announced a major revamp of its content, safety and moderation policies in January to support ‘free expression’.

Researchers found antibodies in those who reported the most positive moods were 16 higher when compared to those with lowest level of positivity.

More than 20 women have contacted police to say they may have been raped by Zhenhao Zou, the Chinese PhD student detectives believe may be one of the UKs most prolific sex offenders. Police launched ...

More than 20 organisations, under the umbrella of the Scottish Rewilding Alliance, said rewilding is currently under way across 2.5 of the country.

Wolves boss Vitor Pereira was “emotional and very proud” of his side after they moved 12 points clear of the Premier League’s relegation zone with a 1-0 win over West Ham at Molineux. Jorgen Strand ...

Santander has recorded a jump in older adults aged 80-plus and younger adults aged 34 and under reporting being scammed.