UK Islamic terror may get ‘boost’ after death of Hamas leader, ex-MI6 chief says
Islamic terror may get a “boost” in the UK following the death of Hamas’s leader, a former head of MI6 has said. Asked if a ceasefire in the Middle East is more likely, Sir John Sawers said the ...
Senior minister declines to rule out extending freeze on income tax thresholds
A senior minister has declined to rule out extending the freeze on income tax thresholds as speculation about possible tax increases in the Budget continued to mount.
NHS problems will not be fixed ‘in a single Budget’, says Streeting
The NHS will not be fixed in a single Budget, the Health Secretary warned as he suggested hospitals will have to “play ball” on reform to benefit from extra funding. Wes Streeting confirmed on Sunday ...
Concerns grow for missing man Regan Phillips, who was last seen in Strood
Concerns are growing for a missing man last seen walking towards the A2. Regan Phillips, 25, has been missing from Strood since Friday. He was last seen in Commercial Road at about 11.15pm walking in ...
High winds and rain cause travel disruption as Storm Ashley hits
Storm Ashley has caused travel disruption as high winds and rain batter the UK. Heavy rain and 80mph winds are predicted in places, with the first named storm of the season “likely” to bring a threat ...
Ramsgate pub bosses pay ‘beautiful tribute’ to much-loved regular after death at 57
It began with a meat raffle at The Harbour Bar, followed by a quiz and raffle at Macie’s, a BBQ at The Deal Cutter, live music at The York Arms, and more music and a buffet at The King Street Arms. A ...
Sir Chris Hoy reveals that his cancer is terminal
Sir Chris Hoy, one of Britain’s greatest cyclists and Olympians, has revealed his cancer is terminal. He was given a diagnosis last year that he has two to four years left to live. Sir Chris, 48, told ...
Drink-driving dad found with drugs and knife in Deal avoids prison
A dad-of-two caught with a knife in his Mercedes after he was spotted on CCTV taking cocaine has avoided prison.
One person dead after explosion and fire
Police said a second person has been taken to hospital to be treated for serious injuries following the incident in Cleat Hill, Bedford.
King gives hourglass to New South Wales Legislative Council to mark bicentenary
The King, who attended commemorations marking the 150th anniversary of the Legislative Council in 1974, said in a speech to ...
Maidstone United assistant manager Craig Fagan discusses Aaron Blair’s run of eight goals in eight games following 1-1 draw with Slough Town
Assistant manager Craig Fagan praised Aaron Blair after the Maidstone striker continued his fine form on Saturday.
Six fire engines called to devastating house fire in Yelsted Lane, Boxley, near Maidstone
Six fire engines and a specialist vehicle to tackle flames from above have been called to the property in Boxley, near Maidstone. Pictures show the house in Yelsted Lane, Boxley, has been heavily ...