The number of households unable to afford basic essentials such as food and heating is at a record high, according to new research which suggests the rise has been driven mainly by those traditionally less likely to be struggling..

Andy Burnham’s premiership begins at a time when four-fifths of Britons feel the country is going in the wrong direction, only half are satisfied with their living standards and confidence in the quality of the NHS has plummeted, according to polling..

Young obese women are driving a rise in early-onset type 2 diabetes across England, research suggests..

The father of a 16-year-old who was murdered on a North Ayrshire beach has said losing him has “devastated our family forever”..

Coastal communities are feeling the impact of unemployment more than inland areas

Medieval knights and villagers brought history to life as they took over the streets in a dramatic re-enactment of the Battle of Lewes

Brighton is preparing to come alive with colour and celebration during this summer's Pride weekend.

Roblewood Estates plan to redevelop 57 The Broadway into flats and commercial units should their planning application be approved.