Russell Brand tells trial ‘consent is more important than sex’

Russell Brand told a court “consent is more important than sex itself”, as he insisted he has never raped or sexually assaulted a woman. The 51-year-old former comedian told Southwark Crown Court on ...

Michael Carrick and Bruno Fernandes hold clear-the-air talks before Chelsea trip

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick and captain Bruno Fernandes have held clear-the-air talks. The Press Association understands Carrick and Fernandes met at United’s Carrington training ...

‘Viable postal device’ delivered to Londonderry hotel, police say

Dissident republicans may be behind a “viable postal device” delivered to a hotel in Northern Ireland, police have said. The hotel at Ebrington Square in Londonderry was evacuated in the security ...

Bryant’s Drumcree parade ban decision ‘lawful’, High Court judge rules

The Secretary of State’s decision to ban the Drumcree Orange Order parade was lawful, a High Court judge has concluded. Sir Chris Bryant stepped in after a tense two-week stand-off in Portadown which ...

Paul Townend booked to ride Haiti Couleurs at Down Royal

Paul Townend is set to ride Haiti Couleurs in the BetVictor, Remembering Envoi Allen Champion Chase at Down Royal on Saturday.

At least 30 dead as high-speed trains collide in central Spain

The accident happened as one service ran into the back of a stopped train on the same line in the province of Toledo.

Police search stood down as missing teenager found

Police have confirmed a teenager from Dorset who was reported as missing has now been found. The force said: "Officers searching for a missing teenager last seen near Sturminster Newton are pleased to ...

Trial date set for group accused of vandalising Trump Turnberry golf course

Police were called to the five star Trump Turnberry course on Maidens Road, Turnberry, South Ayrshire on March 8 last year.

At least 30 people dead in crash between two trains in Spain

It was the second major train accident in Spain this year. Spain’s rail system operator ADIF said the crash occurred on Wednesday morning in the province of Toledo. Rail services were suspended ...

Wessex mayor plans confirmed in devolution deal for 2028

Plans for an elected mayor for the Wessex region have been confirmed as part of a deal aimed at bringing decision-making closer to local communities.

CCTV images released after two women raped in Bournemouth

Two women in their 20s were raped at an address in Bournemouth town centre following a night out. CCTV images of two men police are looking to identify have now been released as part of an ongoing ...

Poole office building approved for conversion into one home

A vacant former office building in Poole Old Town is set to be converted into a single home after plans were approved.