Sir Ken McCallum says more is being done to tackle state threats than since the Cold War - and warns AI could be used to develop drones and potentially bioweapons.

A health and safety investigation is under way at Yorkshire Wildlife Park following the incident.

The prediction from the IMF comes as final preparations are being made for the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burnham.

The second tranche of prisoners being released includes those serving up to two and a half years.

Heating oil customers facing soaring bills are promised better regulation of the sector by the government.

The Supreme Court is considering arguments over who legally caused Peter Farquhar’s death.