An upgrade to the Energy Coast train line is ‘critical’ to ‘success’ in Cumbria, according to a local MP ahead of the government’s spending review. Cumbrian MPs have called for a ‘major upgrade’ of ...

An employee at Muncaster Castle has been recognised with an Unsung Hero award. Hannah Clapp won the award at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025 finals. Her hard work and behind-the-scenes ...

The Cumbria Climate Assembly has criticised the failure of both local and national governments to engage with residents on climate change policy.

A major overhaul in the way sole traders and self-employed individuals handle their tax affairs has the potential to cause widespread confusion, ...

John Souttar stressed Scotland would take collective responsibility for their defeat by Iceland after a “poor” all-round display. Goalkeeper Cieran Slicker endured a nightmare debut in a 3-1 loss ...

Ange Postecoglou was sacked by Tottenham despite leading the club to Europa League glory. Wales kept on course for World Cup qualification with a comfortable win over Lichtenstein. Scotland’s problems ...

Sir Rod Stewart has cancelled a string of concerts in the US as he recovers from flu, ahead of his set at Glastonbury later this month. Sir Rod is due to play the coveted tea-time legends slot at the ...

The 38-year-old came up short in his bid for a record 25th grand slam title in a 6-4 7-5 7-6 (3) loss to the world number one.

The Foreign Secretary will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and external affairs minister S Jaishankar.

A project to reintroduce the metre-tall birds as a breeding species to England has created wild colonies producing dozens of chicks each year.

Coronation Street actress Sue Cleaver has reflected on “25 years of laughs and tears” following her character’s exit from the show. Eileen Grimshaw had a special send-off during Friday’s episode of ...

Heavy rain, gusty winds and thunderstorms are set to hit parts of England and Wales on Saturday, with forecasters warning of possible disruption. A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms has been ...