The historic West Pier in Brighton was set alight in 2003, and its skeletal remains have become a feature of the seaside town ever since.

This round-up of claims has been compiled by Full Fact, the UK’s independent fact checking charity which works to give people access to reliable information they can trust. Footage of protests and ...

Thomas Markle Sr is reportedly now living in a rehab centre in Florida, where he is learning to walk again after his leg was amputated.

Thousands of Christmas shoppers on London’s Oxford Street could have their faces scanned by live facial recognition cameras, with the technology due to be installed in December, just in time for the ...

Eating out in Britain has become an increasingly rushed affair as timed booking slots and pressure to free up tables hurries customers through their meals.

The government has updated its Be Ready emergency checklist, naming nine items and provisions all UK households should keep at home.

The London 2012 Olympic Games Blue Peter piece drew 26 bids on eBay before being snapped up for £156.20. Released by the Royal Mint in 2009, only 19,722 copies of the coin were produced. The edition ...

Man flu may have a scientific basis, says NHS GP Dr Jeff Foster, as research suggests men can suffer more severe respiratory virus symptoms than women.

The Scottish Greens remain open to joining the SNP in government again, the party’s co-leader has said. Ross Greer also said his party could “absolutely” become the main opposition at Holyrood within ...

Forecasters have issued an amber alert warning that Scotland could be hit by gusts of up to 80mph this weekend as Storm Boelo sweeps in. It is expected to hit the country on Saturday, the day after ...

The billionaire and philanthropist who ran the Wood Group company based in Aberdeen, died at the age of 84 in July.

Citizens Advice has warned the Chancellor over a dangerous gap in winter energy support for disabled people and working families.