The SNP’s backing for the pension triple lock is not political, First Minister John Swinney said as he recommitted to the policy if he was in charge of an independent Scotland.

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation temporarily closed nine roller coasters across six amusement parks, “out of an abundance of caution”, according to a company spokesperson, who said staff members ...

BCP Council leader Millie Earl has said that the local authority is “keen to explore interim arrangements” for the SOBO Beach ...

The boss of Premier Inn owner Whitbread has said UK tax hikes caused the firm to cut back on planned UK hotel investments, which would have created more jobs. Dominic Paul, chief executive of the ...

Dorset is set to host creepy bath bomb workshops and potion-making parties in the run up to Halloween this half term.

The mother of an 11-year-old boy hit by a car in Pokesdown is appealing for help tracing the driver, who allegedly failed to stop after the collision.

A new, family-run café has opened in Corfe Mullen, offering afternoon tea, freshly baked cakes and savoury treats.

Inmates cheered and punched the air as they were released early from jail as the second phase of a scheme to free up prison places began. Some 650 more criminals were due to be released from prisons ...

Tributes have been paid to a 'selfless' and 'truly wonderful man' who dedicated decades to saving lives and inspiring others.

A £330,000 resident discount scheme went ahead despite warnings that it could reduce income from several council services.

Ulster Unionist leader Jon Burrows has urged against escalating the Drumcree dispute to other parades across Northern Ireland.

A 59-year-old man stabbed at least eight people at a shopping centre in the South Korean city of Incheon, police and fire officials said. One victim was in life-threatening condition and received ...