Motoring groups have criticised the decision to increase Dartford Crossing charges by 40%. Transport minister Lilian Greenwood announced fees for the crossing, which features a bridge and two tunnels ...

The family of a grandmother who died after contracting rabies said she was scratched “very slightly” by a puppy while visiting Morocco in February. Yvonne Ford’s family said she only became ill two ...

The Government will consider whether further changes are needed after MPs backed decriminalising women who terminate their pregnancy.

Rabies is a deadly virus which is passed on through injuries such as bites and scratches from an infected animal. In developing countries, people can often catch the virus from stray animals and dogs.

The introduction of proposed legislation to reform the welfare system “marks the moment we take the road of compassion, opportunity and dignity”, the Work and Pensions Secretary has said. Liz ...

Ryland Headley is accused of forcing entry into the home of Louisa Dunne, 75, in Bristol in June 1967 before raping and killing her.

One line of inquiry is that Jennifer Abbott’s death could be linked to the theft of her diamond encrusted Rolex.

The use of cats to control vermin on the parliamentary estate has been rejected because of concerns for their safety. While Downing Street has long-serving mousing stalwart Larry, free-roaming felines ...