The southbound side of the major route has been closed for several hours, after the two-vehicle crash took place

The XFG variant, also known as Stratus or 'American Covid', is spreading across the UK

Connor Quinn denied raping the young girl but was found guilty at trial - he is now starting a long stint behind bars

A campaign calling on Chancellor John Healey to raise frozen personal allowance from £12,570 to £20,000 has hit a key target as support soars

The Polar Vortex could add to winter conditions in the UK with potential of snow

Charlotte Spearing says the comments are ignorant and she will have her own children one day

Barratt David Wilson Homes North East has put in the appeal against Stockton Council's rejection of its housing proposal

Redcar and Cleveland Council said a 'more flexible approach' to determining the most suitable homes was now being pursued

A supporting planning, design and access statement noted that HMOs 'form an important component of housing supply, particularly for young professionals and key workers'

Sam McKay and Luke Hayne both pleaded guilty to affray following the incident in 2024