35 minutes ago Council officials warn of "tough choices" over efforts to close £13million budget gap

Among the cost-cutting measures mooted in the survey are the removal of school counselling funds, reducing ASN staff and reducing library opening times.

Economics

54 minutes ago Roman Kemp makes Repair Shop cameo in Christmas special after Jay Blades exit

‘The One Show’ is working in collaboration with the heirloom restoration show this Christmas

Politics

59 minutes ago How long are pubs allowed to stay open on Christmas Eve? Opening times for Spoons, Greene King and more

Have a Christmas Eve pint at your local 🍻

Politics

68 minutes ago Glamper flipped her car into a ditch while on booze run after guzzling Prosecco in a hot tub with her mates

Sian Phillips, 35, decided to drive to a local supermarket to replenish the group's supplies of alcohol when she careered her BMW XI into a ditch at 11.30pm on November 30.

Politics

73 minutes ago Unforgettable Armadale Illuminations to light up for the final time on Christmas Eve

Gary and Anna Gray have raised thousands of pounds for charity

Politics

81 minutes ago Shop Josie Gibson's 'beautiful' sequin top from This Morning that's perfect for party season

If you're seeking that must-have top to turn heads this party season, Josie Gibson has you covered - but you'll need to act fast as it's selling out quickly

Politics

91 minutes ago Why has Cadbury lost its royal warrant? How chocolatier went from humble Quaker shop to Britain's favourite brand

The confectionery giant based in Bourneville, Birmingham, was among 100 companies to lose out on an official endorsement from 'The Firm', after being stripped of its Royal Warrant status.

Economics

91 minutes ago Castle Douglas man dies following accident on Dumfries and Galloway road

Jackson Pringle - described as 'a gentleman' - succumbed to his injuries following the collision near Gretna on December 16

Events

1 hour ago Hilarious moment huge 'RAT' scurries along shelf during councillor's Christmas message

Paul Osborn of Harrow Council in London was reading out a festive greeting to the borough's residents when the univited visitor made an appearance.

Politics

2 hours ago Israel pager bomb plot was a DECADE in the making: Former Mossad agents reveal full scale and details of the plot that humiliated Hezbollah

Two former Israeli intelligence officials have revealed how the plot to embed Hezbollah's walkie-talkies and pagers with explosives was 10 years in the making. 

Politics