14 h. ago Huge 91m mast to be built this month as part of Scout Moor II wind farm project

The mast forms part of an early stage of the plans for the proposed new wind farm

Politics

16 h. ago Huge £46m flood defence scheme protecting hundreds of homes progresses

The project was agreed to avoid future devastation like the area suffered in the 2015 Boxing Day floods

Events

17 h. ago Man City dealt huge injury blow as defender withdraws from international duty

Manchester City centre-back Abdukodir Khusanov will miss the September internationals after he picked up a calf injury against Brighton.

Economics

20 h. ago Royal Mail returns to profit for first time since £3.6bn 'Czech Sphinx' takeover

Royal Mail has returned an underlying profit for the first time in three years as bosses hailed an 'important milestone in the company's turnaround'.

Economics

22 h. ago Royal Mail move to scrap second class post on Saturdays to take ‘many months’

Royal Mail said it had started ‘detailed work’ ahead of rolling out the changes nationwide, but that it will continue well into 2026.

Politics

23 h. ago UK manufacturing downturn continues as new orders slide; Profits surge at Royal Mail – business live

Weak market conditions, US tariffs and downbeat client confidence blamed for drop in factory ordersOuch! The UK manufacturing sector shrank again last month, as factories were hit by weaker demand at home and abroad.The latest monthly poll of purchasing managers across Britain’s manufacturing sector found that new orders and new export business both fell at quicker rates in August, leading to another drop in production volumes.“Production volumes are still showing resilience in the face of global geopolitical uncertainty and US tariff policies, with both July and August having seen only slight contractions that were milder than those suffered earlier in the year. Business confidence has also lifted to a sixmonth high, reflecting hopes that the trading environment is starting to settle down.However, August also saw a steep drop in UK manufacturers’ new orders, with total order books and overseas demand both falling at some of the fastest rates seen over the past two years. Weak marke...

Economics

23 h. ago Def Leppard announce UK and Europe 2026 tour dates including huge Manchester show

Def Leppard will play 11 dates in the UK and Europe next summer

Politics

24 h. ago Profits surge at Royal Mail’s parent company after £3.6bn takeover by foreign owner – business live

Royal Mail returns to an underlying annual profit for the first time in three years despite a “competitive and challenging” backdropRoyal Mail’s parent company has posted a surge in profits, in its first financial results since being taken over by Czech billionaire Daniel Křetínský.International Distribution Services (IDS) has reported that pre-tax profits jumped to £429m in the year to 30 March 2025, up from £114m the previous year.“It has been a year of change for IDS. Thanks to the hard work of our people and our investment in transformation, Royal Mail returned to profit for the first time in three years, marking an important milestone in the company’s turnaround.With IDS’s acquisition by EP Group complete and Universal Service reform decided now is the time for us to drive the business forward and capitalise on our momentum.This is in line with guidance and was achieved despite an increasingly competitive and challenging trading environment. Continue reading...

Economics

44 h. ago Manchester horror as woman killed by huge tree which suddenly 'snapped'

Emergency services were called out to West Didsbury following the shock incident but were unable to save the woman, in her 40s, who died at the scene despite their best efforts

Events

69 h. ago Champions League fixture dates revealed including Liverpool versus Real Madrid

UEFA have confirmed the full match calendar for the league phase of the 2025-26 Champions League including huge fixtures for Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United

Sport

3 d. ago 'Man Utd's playing style can't save Ruben Amorim – only one thing matters'

MAC OF THE NET COLUMN: Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim is under huge pressure after a dreadful start to the new season for the Red Devils

Politics

3 d. ago Manchester United set for huge Antony loss after agreeing fee with Real Betis

The Brazilian thrived on loan with the La Liga side and is now poised to depart Old Trafford permanently

Politics

3 d. ago Royal Mail owner set to return to profit in first figures since £3.6bn takeover

Daniel Kretinsky’s EP Group completed its takeover of Royal Mail owner International Distribution Services in June.

Economics

4 d. ago Royal Mail unveils 'postboxes of the future' with innovative new feature

Royal Mail has unveiled its new 'postboxes of the future' featuring solar panel scanners that it says will make the process of sending small parcels 'much easier'

Politics

4 d. ago 'I covered huge royal event for BBC but made mortifying Princess Anne blunder'

Clare Balding, who is known for her sports coverage, also commentated at a huge royal event, but was left red-faced after finding out something she said may have been interpreted "differently"

Politics

4 d. ago 'Postboxes of the future' unveiled as Royal Mail show off one brand new feature

Royal Mail is getting a makeover, with 3,500 of its postboxes receiving a revamp to make it 'even easier' to send smaller packages thanks to clever new technology

Politics

4 d. ago Royal Mail unveils 'postboxes of the future' with one very different feature

Royal Mail is giving 3,500 of its postboxes across the country a 'glow-up' to make it 'even easier' to send small parcels using solar power technology on scanners

Politics

4 d. ago Royal Mail announces new service as major change to come into force

The move follows a US executive order last month

Politics

4 d. ago How will Royal Mail's new 'postboxes of the future' work as rollout begins

After 175 years, the Royal Mail has announced the biggest design change to the iconic red postboxes.

Politics

4 d. ago Historic Greater Manchester pub with £2.75 pints undergoes HUGE transformation

The pub has been serving people for centuries and has now undergone a major transformation

Economics