Inquiry into Hillsborough 'spin' claims

The police watchdog launches an investigation after a former South Yorkshire Police press officer claimed she was asked to "spin" news during the Hillsborough inquests.

Funeral costs 'drive families into debt'

The cost of even the most basic funeral can drive families into debt, MPs warn, as they call for an urgent overhaul of the funeral support system.

Funeral costs 'drive families into debt'

The cost of even the most basic funeral can drive families into debt, MPs warn, as they call for an urgent overhaul of the funeral support system.

'Hundreds more' armed police for London

Hundreds of extra armed officers are to be trained to help counter the threat of a Paris-style attack in London, the Metropolitan Police is to announce.

Woakes steps in for injured Anderson

Chris Woakes replaces the injured James Anderson in England's bowling attack for the first Test against South Africa.

Anderson injury doubt for first Test

England pace bowler James Anderson is a doubt for the Boxing Day Test against South Africa with a calf injury.

Shoppers urged to back small traders

Shoppers are being encouraged to buy from independent stores on Saturday as part of a campaign to boost UK high streets.