Overcrowding in prisons in England and Wales has contributed to soaring reoffending rates, with staff too overburdened to help offenders prepare for life on the outside. 

After a drubbing in the local elections and with migrants continuing to cross the Channel in small boats, the government is set to unveil its plan to reduce migration numbers on Monday. 

The events in Kashmir have ramifications here in the UK, not least in Bradford, where more than a quarter of people identify as Pakistani. 

We report from Doncaster where the council is now controlled by Reform.

Kevin Martin is the head of Tree collections at the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew - he spoke to us earlier from a digital installation around one of their ancient oaks.

Trump Mobile's MAGA phone is finally shipping to customers after months of backlash over disappearing US-made claims and a launch date that slipped far past its original August 2025 target

Keir Starmer warned on Saturday of a 'fight for the soul of this country' after the head of the Crown Prosecution Service announced a new hardline stance against those inciting hatred at protests.

Kings' School, in Winchester, was plunged into lockdown procedures on Thursday following an 'urgent medical situation' involving a long-standing female member of staff.

Labour's ruling National Executive Committee yesterday waved through permission for the Mayor of Greater Manchester to stand for the Makerfield seat after an ally stood down.

Dua Lipa made sure all eyes were on her as she sparkled at the Nespresso x Dua Lipa photocall during Cannes Film Festival at Nespresso Beach on Friday night. 

Elgin City secured a 1-1 draw against rivals St Mirren at the last minute. But tempers boiled over following the final whistle, with both teams squaring off and shoving each other

In a joint military operation Trump has announced US and Nigerian forces have slain 'the world's most active terrorist' in a operation the president has called 'flawless'

Conor Cooper, 33, alleges that he became addicted to cocaine after trying it near the contestants' hotel during the filming period for the ITV show

Boozed up Brian Coote, 37, has been jailed after he killed his dad's dog with a samurai sword on Christmas Day in Westhoughton after flying into a fit of rage at being offered a cup of tea

Stephen Mousdell was elected to serve the Haydock ward on St Helens Council following last week's local elections - but has now resigned after his side hustle was revealed

Andy Burnham has been cleared to run for selection in the Makerfield by-election following days of speculation that he will challenge Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.

A man has died after being bitten by a shark in a tourist hotspot in western Australia - the second fatal shark attack in the country this year.

Five tourists, including a professor and her daughter, have died in a scuba diving accident in the Maldives.

Tens of thousands of people are expected to descend on London today for two major demonstrations.

If the Greater Manchester mayor goes on to win the by-election, he would be able to launch a leadership challenge against the PM.

The family of sixth form pupil Lewis Waters post a tribute following his death.

Saturday's rally has been organised by anti-Islam activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, better known as Tommy Robinson.

Billy Stokoe is detained for causing the death by dangerous driving of Gloria Stephenson.

The victims affected by the data breach were not told for nearly two years.

The venue is set to open in 2028.

Scottish whisky firm entered into liquidation amid financial difficulties, leaving thousands of global customers uncertain over their cask ownership

A popular UK Italian restaurant chain has entered administration, revealing in a statement that all of its restaurants are now closed.

Keir Starmer has accused Mr Robinson of "peddling hatred and division".

OPINION - CAROLE MALONE: Her list of ready-made excuses is astounding.

Met Police expect around 80,000 people to attend two separate protests in London

Greater Manchester mayor to stand for Parliament again but will face tough competition from Reform UK

Melissa Rein Lively and Philipp Ostermann were charged after an incident at Bond Street Underground station last year

Police are preparing for around 50,000 people to attend Robinson’s Unite the Kingdom march

Andy Burnham intends to stand to be the next MP for Makerfield, but would its voters welcome the ‘King of the North’? Dan Haygarth finds out