The yield on the benchmark 10-year UK gilt, which reflects the cost of government borrowing, climbed by roughly 12 basis points.

An £800 million deal which will create two further battery energy storage sites in Scotland – each of which are the largest in Europe – has been hailed as “formidable” by First Minister John Swinney.

A Chinese actor who disappeared after travelling to Thailand before being found near the border with Myanmar in an area where online scam networks operate was a victim of human trafficking, Thai ...

Sunderland face fresh competition from French club Lille in the battle to sign out-of-favour Roma midfielder Enzo Le Fee.

Former England rugby player Tom Voyce’s car was found in 7ft of water after it was swept away while he tried to drive across a ford during ...

The mercury is set to drop sharply, with lows of minus 16C possible in Scotland and northern England overnight on Thursday.

The economist said three years is an ‘inappropriate length of time’ for a final report from the new commission into social care.

First Minister John Swinney has insisted he wants to “finish the task” on Scottish independence – with the SNP leader declaring this to be an “urgent priority” for him. He claimed those who favour ...

The North East is warned to brace for sub-zero temperatures in the coming week as temperatures are set to plummet to as low as -15C in some parts of the UK. Darlington and wider County Durham will see ...

In response to Labour’s opposition to calls for a national inquiry, Mr Musk called Sir Keir “Starmtrooper”, accusing him of trying to cover up “terrible things”. Home Office minister Jess Phillips has ...

The Royal Marines Band has helped a veteran celebrate his 102nd birthday by performing for him at his celebrations. Jeffrey Broadhurst was also joined by friends, family, members of the Royal Marines ...