Plumber Sean O’Meara, 36, was wearing a gas mask and body armour when he was shot and seriously injured by a police officer on Monday.

Unite members have to see that the fee to affiliate with Labour is ‘worth something’, Sharon Graham told the BBC.

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Bruno Tonioli is set to leave the judging panel on Britain's Got Talent, according to reports, with KSI and Alan Carr among rumoured replacements.

Firefighters in Northern Ireland said they dealt with a challenging night as bonfires were lit ahead of the July 12 celebrations. Tens of thousands will take to the streets across the region for the ...

During hosepipe bans, you can usually still carry out these activities using water from a bucket or a watering can, or water that is not sourced from mains water. If you are caught breaking a hosepipe ...

An exhibition showcasing some of the great trees of Cumbria is currently on display at Brantwood in Coniston. Artist Tony Galuidi has created a series of artworks inspired by some of the most ...

St John's Hospice was shortlisted at the 2025 National Charity Awards. The service was recognised for the Last Days Matter education programme and received a ‘Highly Commended’ accolade. The Last Days ...

AN inquest has opened into the death of a Cockermouth man in his thirties who was found unresponsive at home. Darren Robert Dickson, 35, died on February 6, 2025, at West Cumberland Hospital in ...

A ‘delightful’ family home in the Lake District, with a pond and ‘superb’ views is for sale. This ‘perfect’ retreat enjoys fabulous fell views of Loughrigg, Wetherlam and Wansfell. Sledhill is tucked ...

The wait at the luggage carousel can be a long one, so experts have shared a 'simple' and free item to cut delays.

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